Larry Abshier, a US soldier in the Korean War, defected to North Korea because he was caught smoking pot. He lived with four other American defectors and was cast in several North Korean films where he became a celebrity. 00
A Russian MIG Pilot defected during the cold war along with…
A Russian MIG Pilot defected during the cold war along with his aircraft. When he arrived in the USA he was convinced the CIA had specially stocked the grocery stores he went to because he couldn’t believe the vast array of products for sale. 10
A British sailor in WWII escaped his submarine…
A British sailor in WWII escaped his submarine from depths of 171 feet and managed to get to the surface and survive. 10
The Norwegian Archipelago of Svalbard is an entirely…
The Norwegian Archipelago of Svalbard is an entirely Visa-free zone. Anybody can live and work in Svalbard indefinitely regardless of country of citizenship. 10
In 2005 A Texas man created an internet controlled…
In 2005 A Texas man created an Internet controlled remote firearm with webcam mount for people wanting to hunt game online. It was quickly shut down by the Government of Texas. 00
In order to escape arrest, a man feigned a heart attack…
In order to escape arrest, a man feigned a heart attack. After being placed under a security watch in a hospital, he impersonated an FBI agent on the phone and told his guards he could be released. 00
Ataxophobia: The Fear of Disorder or Untidiness
Have you ever come across someone who has an exaggerated sense of orderliness? Do they keep all their belongings in an order that is fascinating and yet disturbing? Well, they are most likely to be suffering from a condition called Ataxophobia. Ataxophobia is an irrational and abnormal fear of disorder and dysfunction. Literally, this word with Greek roots means ‘fear of untidiness’. “If a cluttered desk is a sign of cluttered mind, if what, then is an empty desk a sign?” – Albert Einstein This condition is not restricted to being a cleanliness freak alone but can instigate a horrifying
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Top 10 Dogs For Kids
Having a dog in the family is an enjoyable experience, creating life-long memories, as well as teaching your children responsibility and empathy. However, there are some important points you need to consider before deciding which type and breed of dog are right for you: Time: Dogs are a big commitment and require regular, daily exercise, with some breeds more active than others. Consider your lifestyle for the type of dog you want. Age of children: Certain breeds are good with adults and older children but not so good with younger children. A toddler might treat a small dog like a
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J. Paul Getty refused to pay for his grandson’s ransom…
J. Paul Getty refused to pay for his 16-year-old grandson’s ransom. When an ear arrived by mail and the kidnappers lowered the sum to $3m instead of $17m, he agreed to pay only $2.2 million – the maximum amount that would be tax deductible. He lent his son the remaining $800.000, at a 4% interest. […]
Part of the reason why the Allied secret…
Part of the reason why the Allied secret services could fool the Nazis many times is that the deputy head of the German Abwehr, Hans Oster, actively sabotaged the Nazi war effort. 00