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Angels are mythical beings often depicted as messengers of God in the Hebrew Bible, Christian Bibles, and the Quran. The term "angel" has been used to describe spiritual beings found in many oral traditions. The roles of angels include protecting and guiding human beings, and carrying out God's tasks. In the last 75 years, hundreds of popular songs have been released that discuss angels. Many times the lyrics examine heaven, death, and love. Read More

With the end of 2011 approaching, it is time to celebrate the life of some of the notable personalities who suddenly died this year. In 2011 we lost some influential people in the world of technology, athletics, show business, music, and politics. This article will examine 20 influential personalities who suddenly died in 2011. It doesn’t include people who passed away after a long illness or from old age, such as Svetlana Alliluyeva, Elizabeth Taylor, Andy Rooney... Read More

The world is full of marvelous landmarks and strange destinations. People like to visit places that are cloaked in mystery and controversy. We are attracted to areas that are unique and hold historical significance. Certain places are riddled with bizarre stories, out-of-place artifacts and unexplained natural phenomenon. In other cases, architectural feats have given rise to rare experiences. The landscape of Earth has provided... Read More

Since the beginning of time, humanity has been faced with a collection of mysterious and strange events. Many separate examples of unexplained viruses, geological occurrences, crimes, and tragedies have shaped modern history. The field of scientific experimentation and criminology are based around new discoveries and uncovering the truth. As we move into 2011, the world has been plagued with some mysterious occurrences... Read More

People all over the world celebrate different cultural traditions. Every society develops their own accepted norms, which are based on language and tradition. Many practiced games and personal jokes that are considered funny in one area of the world, could be offending in another. Certain events in history have helped shape modern societies view of what is acceptable. This article will be examining some events that have inspired... Read More

It is always interesting to learn about new places, theories, and events. Many incidents have taken place in modern history that challenges scientific theories of man, while others just tell an interesting or funny story. Some of the most popular articles on this website categorize various strange or shocking statistics and events. People like to learn about history and create their own opinions based on the information. This article... Read More

Millions of people all over the world are affected by bizarre medical conditions. The human brain is the most highly complex organ in the body. The brain is at the center of the nervous system and if damaged the consequences can be great. Hundreds of bizarre and abnormal human syndromes have been recorded in modern history. Advances in brain scanning technologies have allowed scientists to determine the cause of many of... Read More

The Nobel Peace Prize is one of the most respected honors in the world. The award is given out annually on December 10. Since 1991, a mock Nobel Prize named the lg Nobel Prize has been awarded. Each year 10 lg Nobel Prizes are given out to researchers and inventors for achievements that "first make people laugh, and then make them think." The prizes are intended to discuss the unusual, honor the imaginative, and spur... Read More

In the last 50 years many animals have made their mark on history. People and animals can form relationships and bonds that will last forever. This article will be documenting the life of some animals that have recently passed away. Some of the entries discuss specific events when a large number of animals were killed, while others look at times when the animal had to be put down by authorities. All of the animals mentioned... Read More

After a long day of work most people like to relax for the evening. Your hobby of choice could be watching television, reading a book, spending time on the Internet, or listening to music. A good mix of relaxing music can be healthy before a good night's sleep, especially easy listening tunes that paint a clear picture of life. This genre of music is also great when you find yourself on a late night road trip. I have developed a list of... Read More

Many strange and unexplained events have taken place in history. People have made discoveries and witnessed bizarre phenomenon. Many historical stories have been tainted with legend and falsification. It is interesting to learn about some of the world's most bizarre events, people, and locations. This list will be examining people such as Frederick Valentich, the Cambodian Jungle Girl, and Gloria Ramirez, and events like the... Read More

Many events in world history have been labeled controversial. A controversy is officially defined as a state of prolonged public dispute or debate, usually concerning a matter of opinion. Every important political and religious decision has opposing points of view. History has taught us that controversy is one of the most powerful forces on earth, causing world war and segregation. However, many levels of controversy exist. This article will be examining some of the most controversial news stories and events in... Read More

Many of the greatest films in history have outstanding musical soundtracks. It can be a special moment when music and film come together to produce a memorable movie scene. I have collected a list of 25 great soundtrack singles and movie moments. Each of these songs made a strong contribution to the overall success of the movies they represent. I have not listed any singles used on my previous article of the 20 greatest... Read More

Many lists depicting the Wonders of the World have been compiled over the ages. They are used to catalogue the most spectacular man-made constructions and natural monuments in the world. The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World is the first known published list of wonders. It is a collection of remarkable man-made creations of classical antiquity. Over the years, many similar articles have been developed. In 2007, a popularity poll... Read More

A teenage tragedy song is a style of ballad popular between the late 1950s and 60s. The lyrics of the songs tell the story of teenage death, either sung from the viewpoint of the dead person's sweetheart, or sometimes from the viewpoint of the dead (or dying) person. Many of the famous teenage tragedy songs deal with a deadly car crash. In modern times they tackle the issue of teenage suicide. The genre is known for... Read More

Many strange and unexplained events have occurred in modern history. These events are often based around an unsolved murder, bizarre landmark, unexplained attack, or archeological discovery. This list will be examining some bizarre locations and unsolved mysteries. The Overtoun Bridge is an arch bridge located near Milton, Scotland, over the Overtoun Burn. A burn is a term used to describe a type of stream which is smaller... Read More

Every year Forbes magazine releases a list depicting the top earning dead celebrities. The eleven deceased individuals on this year's list grossed approximately $872 million dollars from October 2008 to October 2009. Dead celebrities can earn millions of dollars each year from merchandising and licensing deals, along with sales of music, books, and film. Falling off of this year's list are several celebrity mainstays, including Marilyn... Read More