As we are about to find out, there are a bunch of different types of tourism, many of which do not conform to the basic stereotype of a tourist. These forms of tourism can be controversial and even dangerous. And even if they’re not likely to cause uproar or get someone killed, there are some bona fide weird ways to travel out there. 10 Jihad Tourism When the Syrian war was in full gear and the Islamic State (aka ISIS) controlled considerable chunks of Iraq and Syria, several Western nations faced a surge in citizens leaving to fight for Islamist groups like ISIS....

10 Operation Wheelchair Vancouver Police sergeant Mark Horsley had a simple but brilliant plan to put a dent in a gang of thieves that had been conducting a string of robberies on the east side of town in 2015. These cowardly bandits had been robbing disabled citizens in wheelchairs, and Horsley planned to catch them in the act by posing as a wheelchair-bound man himself. For five days, he tooled around the city’s most crime-ridden areas with money hanging out of an open fanny pack....

Although the majority of the statues of Jesus look like these, there are exceptions. Some are so weird that they have been labeled occult symbols. Others are just controversial and depict Jesus in unusual positions. There was also one of a black Jesus, another of a naked Jesus, and one that looks more like Maggie Simpson than Jesus. 10 Black Jesus There is a statue of a black Jesus at the Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit....

This week, we talk about two truly awesome space stories and two archaeological discoveries that got scientists giddy with excitement. There are also a few endearing animal tales that involve a drunk pigeon, a clumsy bear, and a cat in pajamas. 10 Cat Pyjama-Jam At The Embassy The US embassy in Canberra accidentally sent out an e-mail invitation using a photo of a cat wearing Cookie Monster pajamas. The image displayed a tabby wearing furry, blue pajamas and holding a plate of cookies....

This week, we look at some normal people who went above and beyond the call of duty in their day-to-day jobs. There’s a shoeshiner who lived a frugal life just so he could raise money for sick kids, a pizza delivery guy who went out of his way to fulfill a dying man’s wish, and two political candidates who showed that you can compete against each other and still be civil, even friendly....

There were quite a few positive things to talk about this week. We have a couple of promising new medical procedures that give hope to people who are paralyzed or in a vegetative state. We’ll also sprinkle in heartwarming animal stories, archaeologists who get excited over a shipwreck, and a stirring tale of survival. 10 New Therapy Can Restore Signs Of Consciousness A man who has been in a persistent vegetative state (PVS) for 15 years showed signs of consciousness following a revolutionary new medical therapy involving nerve stimulation....

As such, we thought that a list retelling the grandest deeds of the Viking kings would be a great way to celebrate them (and to bring some entertainment value). After all, it’s what they would have wanted. Here, we learn about ten Viking kings and their epic deeds. 10 Harald Fairhair, The First King Of Norway Any list covering the greatest achievements of the Viking kings wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Harald Fairhair....

Even still, the Western world, specifically the United States, does have a few culinary items that people generally see as weird, even within our own borders. The problem is that we also associate weird with tasting bad. The fact is that some of these foods are pretty friggin’ delicious. Here are 10 weird foods that are actually delicious. 10 Pickled Herring You may have seen Vita brand pickled herring stuffed in the corner of the refrigerated section in the grocery store....

10 Angela MerkelFood Hoarding German Chancellor Angela Merkel spent 35 years of her life in communist East Germany, where the lack of consumer items led to long queues and frequent shortages. Like those who lived in that time and place, Merkel still has a habit of hoarding food and household cleaners. In an interview with the magazine SUPERillu, she also admitted to impulsive shopping. “I still buy something as soon as I see it, even when I don’t really need it,” she said....

Author’s challenge to our readers: Buy VIP tickets to a Korn show that include artist Q&A, and he dares you to ask Jonathan Davis about the Program of Mortuary Science where he studied! 10 Chris Cornell (Soundgarden And Audioslave)Fish Handler Since his death in early 2017, Chris Cornell has been a popular topic in pop culture. Considered one of the founding members of the Seattle grunge movement, Soundgarden’s Cornell started out working for a seafood company....

Although the interactions between two species can be far more interesting and involved, both species sometimes evolve together in ways that benefit each other. Here are 10 examples of animal and plant species locked in weird relationships. 10 Ants And Acacia Trees It’s not a shock to find that the acacia ant has a close bond with the acacia tree. What is surprising is just how close their bond is....

This is a science-heavy week. Boffins have been busy researching lost continents, discovering interstellar visitors and finding the answer to “life, the Universe, and everything”. In other news, there is also a crime-fighting seal, a cold case solved by Google Earth, and an unexpected invasion by venomous caterpillars. 10 The Answer To The Meaning Of Life Douglas Adams fans will recognize 42 as being the answer to “life, the Universe, and everything” but, as it turns out, it was also a dilemma that prevented mathematicians from solving a 65-year-old problem....

But it turns out not all language screwups are created equal. Sometimes, the mistakes the grammar pedants are correcting really aren’t even mistakes . . . 10People Have Misused ‘Literally’ Since Literally Before The Dawn Of Time For many readers, using “literally” as an intensifier is figuratively the most annoying thing in the world. Although it’s supposed to signify the exact truth of something, millions use it to simply give statements more impact....

And do not confront them directly. Most people will feel compelled to direct action, and want to do something immediately. You must resist this urge. In much the same way a funeral is not for, and of no benefit to the dead, the only thing an invention accomplishes is to stroke the collective ego of everyone involved. This way all the participants can go home, and sleep soundly telling themselves they’ve done everything they possibly could....

Some of the greats of world literature have one or more novellas among their best titles. I tried to collect some of the most noteworthy examples in this list. Some works aren’t included because they are slightly too short (e.g. “Nevsky Prospekt” by Gogol) or slightly too long (e.g. “A Clockwork Orange” by Anthony Burgess and “The Awakening” by Kate Chopin). I hope you enjoy this overview. Graham Greene wrote this novella as a preparation for the screenplay, not intending it for publication....

A bird in the house is a sign of a death A loaf of bread should never be turned upside down after a slice has been cut from it. Never take a broom along when you move. Throw it out and buy a new one. If the first butterfly you see in the year is white, you will have good luck all year. If a black cat walks towards you, it brings good fortune, but if it walks away, it takes the good luck with it....

Gestures 1 – 5 Gesture: Brisk, erect walk Meaning: Confidence Gesture: Standing with hands on hips Meaning: Readiness, aggression Gesture: Sitting with legs crossed, foot kicking slightly Meaning: Boredom Gesture: Sitting, legs apart Meaning: Open, relaxed Gesture: Arms crossed on chest Meaning: Defensiveness Gestures 6 – 10 Gesture: Walking with hands in pockets, shoulders hunched Meaning: Dejection Gesture: Hand to cheek Meaning: Evaluation, thinking Gesture: Touching, slightly rubbing nose Meaning: Rejection, doubt, lying Gesture: Rubbing the eye Meaning: Doubt, disbelief Gesture: Hands clasped behind back Meaning: Anger, frustration, apprehension Gestures 11 – 15...

SEE ALSO: 10 Strange Facts About Real-Life Exorcisms This list is mostly derived from IMDB and MovieMistakes as they essentially summarize all that the director and actors have said about the film. There really is little I can add (hence the future list on exorcism). Be sure to watch the movie at least once this halloween. These facts relate to the original film release (and I recommend that as the one to watch – the new release version contains scenes that upset the balance of the film)....

There is no single reason why the switch happened. It was sometimes for practical reasons—like after someone discovered that an item was more useful for women than men. At other times, it was all about the money. Manufacturers have switched their target market from men to women just to make more sales. See Also: Top 10 Animals That Were Originally Called Other Names 8 Bra Clasp Famous writer, Mark Twain (born Samuel Clemens) was never a fan of suspenders....

The Myth: Personality Disorders are incurable elements of a person. There are a total of ten personality disorders: paranoid, schizoid, schizotypal, antisocial, borderline, histrionic, narcissistic, avoidant, dependant, obsessive-compulsive, depressive, and passive-aggressive. According to the World Health Organization, these personality disorders are diagnosed when “the individual’s characteristic and enduring patterns of inner experience and behavior” is abnormal — in other words, personality disorders have a pervasive affect on the person’s thoughts and behaviors, and have usually been part of the person for a long time....