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Learn About Debunking the “Scientists” Who Say There’s a Black Hole in the Center of the Earth

A story like this one just goes to show that academic degrees don’t always mean a whole lot…

13 scientists actually claimed in a published journal that there’s a black hole in the center of the Earth. Basically, it’s close to the most unscientific claim ever.

Though this paper might be a clever hoax, the hypothesis here is still close to crazy. Science can be weird, but surely it’s not supposed to be this weird.

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The essay, “A Black Hole at the Center of Earth Plays the Role of the Biggest System of Telecommunication for Connecting DNAs, Dark DNAs and Molecules of Water on 4+N- Dimensional Manifold,” squeaked by peer review and got published last year in the Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences.

Wait… what?!? First of all, as if that title isn’t a GIGANTIC red flag.

Second, one look at the paper is a deep-dive into some word salad. For example, the abstract reads:

“The earth’s core is the biggest system of telecommunication which exchanges waves with all DNAs and molecules of water.”

From there, the essay goes on to claim that DNA imprints on the Earth’s core created a black hole… Which resides conveniently in the middle of the planet. That idea has naturally given other scientists some pause.

If your jaw is already on the floor, just wait. It gets a whole lot crazier.

What’s even more shocking is the fact that this happens in the academic world pretty often. There’s also a VERY likely chance that this essay is just a regular part of trolling in the science world.

Researchers use this method of “peer-review-tricking” to ensure that journals stay accurate and reputable. They’ll sprinkle blatantly unscientific claims throughout their papers just to make sure readers are paying attention.

Sometimes, it works; other times, it totally backfires.

For instance, take this mind-blowing sentence:

“Each DNA has two parts which one can be seen on the four-dimensional universe, and another one has existed in extra dimensions.

This dark part of DNA called as a dark DNA in an extra dimension.”

Yes, sci-fi language actually made its way into an academic journal. (Note to self, never take anything from that journal seriously. They definitely give a whole new meaning to “open access.”)

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When crazy theories like this one manage to slide by, it shows a serious issue with the peer review system. But hey – it sure beats Flat Earthers!

Well, this paper proves that anything is possible if you just set your mind to it. Then again, it sure helps when you have 13 other people in on the plan with you.

What are some crazy scientific theories you’ve come across?

Share them with us in the comments!

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Horrifying Documentaries We Think You’ll Find Fascinating

If you clicked on this article because of the “horrifying” part, then you are just like me.

If true crime and otherwise completely disturbing, real-life horror shows are your jam, you’re going to gobble up these 6 documentaries.

If they’re not your jam, you’d best turn around now.

6. The Jeffrey Dahmer Files

You probably know who Jeffrey Dahmer is, but you might not know him like this – the documentary focuses on the summer he was arrested, with interviews with the lead detective, the medical examiner, and even people who knew him personally.

Watch it on Amazon Prime.

5. The Keepers

In 1969, Sister Catherine Cesnik, a teacher at Archbishop Keough High School, disappeared.

Two months later her body was found, and this documentary looks at whether or not her involvement in a sexual assault investigation might have had anything to do with it.

Make up your own mind when you watch it on Netflix.

4. The Family I Had

When a 13-year-old boy murders his 4-year-old sister, can his mother forgive him? Should she try?

This documentary will haunt your nightmares, whether you’re a parent or not.

Watch it on Amazon Prime.

3. Casting JonBenét

You’ve probably heard a fair bit about the still-unsolved murder of child pageant queen JonBenét Ramsey.

But this strange, innovative, and compelling glimpse into the case – through the casting process for a fake movie about the murder – will unnerve you to no end.

It’s on Netflix if you want to check it out.

2. The Cannibal that Walked Free

How does a man who shot and killed a woman, then ate her (after having sex with her corpse) walk free?

You’re about to find out.

You can watch it on YouTube.

1. Team Foxcatcher

John du Pont built a training facility for the US Olympic wrestling team, and this documentary tells the story of his obsession with one wrestler – Dave Schultz – who was eventually murdered.

Watch it now on Netflix.

I’ve seen some of these but the rest are going on my list!

Have you seen these? Do you have favorites?  Spill the deets in the comments!

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Funny Memes to Start Your Day Off With Some Laughs

Getting your day started is no easy feat, and sometimes we all need a little extra pick-me-up to get going.

Luckily, that’s where the internet comes in handy with fresh batches of memes. Here are 12 amusing memes to help set the mood for your day with some good, old fashioned laughs.

1. Everyone has one

There is nothing quite like the chaos of finally meeting your non-related twin.

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2. A nice cleanse

Like, do we really need more than one glass of water anyway?

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3. Accurate

Truly, the dogs in 101 Dalmatians were the most relatable characters in the movie.

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4. Oof

Twenty-eighth time’s the charm.

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5. First world problems

If this wasn’t me for all of 2019… Hopefully 2021 will bring more moments of like this.

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6. Every Nelly song ever

Seriously, have you ever actually listened to the lyrics in Hot in Herre?

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7. The vicious cycle

Not even superheroes can break out of this habit of self-destructive behavior.

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8. The double standards are crazy

If a Targaryen says it, it’s fine, but have any normal person say this, and the world goes crazy.

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9. A new meaning to Oscar bait

I mean, I’d definitely watch.

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10. This is the only option

There is simply no other way to spend the day at this point.

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11. The country needs this

Legislators, please allocate the appropriate funding ASAP.

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12. This!

Like, isn’t this what Google Maps is supposed to be for? Since when did we actually have to be aware of our own surroundings?

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Well, that’s a nice wrap-up to our few minutes of meme-filled fun. Hopefully, at least a few of those managed to put a smile on your face.

What are some of your favorite memes to help kick-off the day? Share them with us in the comments!

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People Admit What They Thought Would Be Easy Until They Tried It

You’ve probably been dumbfounded when trying something new in your life at least once…or maybe way more times than that if you’re a risk-taker and even a little bit ignorant.

Hey, we all live and learn, right?

But sometimes, you have to learn the hard way.

Folks on AskReddit talked about what they thought would be easy until they tried it.

1. Uhhh, no.

“Running.

I was like yeah I smoke and drink but I can definitely run like the wind. Ha, no.

Quit smoking after my first run and am now 3 years smoke free!”

2. Now, that is hard.

“Playing the guitar.

The jump from not being able to play anything to playing basic chords and a couple songs you like isn’t that much and it makes you feel like such a bad*ss. But the jump again to a working musician is astronomical.

I tried and just got burnt out and it wasn’t fun anymore.”

3. Back to Square One.

“A lot of the parts from that Ninja Warrior show. I’m a very physically fit guy and always thought that first course looked like a breeze.

Then I found a local gym with the different elements set up. Even just that very first part where you hop across a few platforms was tough.”

4. Gotta work it out.

“Maintaining a proper work/life balance.

When I was still in college, I’d either procrastinate way too much or I’d work nonstop.

I was never able to find a balance where I was still getting sh*t done but not burning myself out.”

5. Harder as you get older.

“Learning a second language.

I understand it’s far easier as an adolescent but, whew, conversational German for a English speaker is very hard for me.”

6. It’s true.

“Making (and maintaining) friends as an adult.

I never really put much thought into this, until I had no friends left in adulthood, and realized how easy it used to be as a kid in school in comparison.”

7. A tough one.

“I am not a really confident person but I keep working on my confidence.

There was a time when I tried the “fake it until you make it” approach.

Faking it is harder than expected.”

8. Works of art.

“Pottery.

I made a couple of very small, cr*ppy bowls on the wheel, but the thing I made the best and far more often was a giant mess.

I can sculpt fine but those stupid bowls get me.”

9. Maybe you don’t have the “gift of gab.”

“Socializing with a group of people I usually wouldn’t hang out with.

It’s either that or I stay alone forever…but I just can’t find any sort of relatability to these people.”

10. Better pay attention!

“On the first trip to England…

After renting a car, it proved to be a considerable challenge to drive on the “other side of the road” from what I was used to – especially in the roundabouts and on major highways.”

11. Brain drain.

“Working a job.

Doing the job physically itself, I have no problem with.

Mentally, it’s the drain of bad management and feeling like you’re wasting your time.”

12. I have to try this.

“Throwing dough to make pizza.. and pretty much the rest of the pizza making process.

Getting the dough into a round 18″ pie is tricky. Then getting the sauce even and not on the crust is a process. And getting all of it done as quickly as possible…

After several hundred pizzas I can crank them out pretty good now though.”

13. It’s ain’t easy!

“Snowboarding.

I grew up on skis and when I tried snowboarding, I literally just rolled down the entire mountain like a slinky on the stairs.”

14. Looking for the right one.

“Falling in love with the RIGHT person.

My mom used to tell me to be careful who you date because you can fall in love with anyone.

Fell for many frogs before my hubs came along and we’re close to our 13th anniversary.”

How about you?

What did you think would be easy until you tried it?

Tell us your stories in the comments. Thanks!

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Internet Liars Who Got Called Out on the Internet

There’s nothing quite like publicly putting a cringe-worthy liar in their place.

What’s even more satisfying is when the big reveal finds its way onto the internet so that it’s digitally engraved for all time.

Here are 15 liars who got totally called out for their insane claims.

1. Don’t mess with the best

You could say Mark Hamill was pretty forceful with this one.

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2. Oh no

Definitely check up on who follows you before posting stuff like this.

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3. Just why

I’ll never understand why people try to pull stuff like this.

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4. Now this is concerning

If you’re this desperate for attention, you might want to consider professional help.

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5. Knock ’em out, cowboy

Lil Nas X went for the knockout here.

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6. Angles are everything

The lengths that people will go for likes are truly astonishing.

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7. An intriguing IRL call out

I love when scientists thoroughly pop off.

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8. Why would you even do this

Whoever’s running the Miriam Webster account deserves an award.

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9. This one’s frightening

How did Rotten Tomatoes mess up this badly? Seriously, I’m sure a quick “John Carpenter” Google search could’ve easily prevented this.

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10. I’m literally dead

No, like, literally. I’m actually dead.

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11. Major burn

Note to all companies: be very careful when you choose to name drop Steve Irwin.

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12. That’s embarrassing

I would just delete my account like this.

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13. Tell them like it is

So glad that Lyndsey Scott really slam dunked on these haters.

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14. OMG

Hit ’em real hard with the facts, internet!

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Well, reading all of that made me feel about 1,000% better about myself! I hope that it did the same for you.

What are some of the craziest lies you’ve caught people in? Let us know in the comments!

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Funny Tweets That We Think Will Make You LOL

We’re here to bring you another solid installment of hilarious tweets that we’re very confident will make you LOL…by the way, that means “Laugh Out Loud” for all you older folks out there. These kids today, I’ll tell ya…they sure are something else…

Anyway, back to the tweets!

This collection is sure to make you laugh your *sses off, so let’s get ‘er done, okay!

Start now!

1. You really shouldn’t believe anything I say.

That’s on you, friend!

2. Is this really necessary?

I was never a fan of that…

3. That’s a fun way to look at it.

Let’s enjoy ourselves a little bit, shall we?

4. It’s never too late.

Push for it! You deserve it!

5. Not the best opening line I’ve ever heard.

But some people might like it?

6. Now you need my help?!?!

We’ll see about that…

7. Who was that person?

I don’t even recognize them…

8. No you can’t spend money for another couple weeks.

Does this sound like your life?

9. Motherhood in the 21st Century.

Log in so we can look at your baby book.

10. Time to move it on over.

The game keeps changing, doesn’t it?

11. That’s really all you need in life.

We should all be so lucky!

12. Here come the waterworks.

Does this make you cry every time?

13. Yeah, I’m with you on this one.

Shorts and sweats only!

 

Hey, that was the good stuff!

And now we want to hear from you!

In the comments, share some of the funniest tweets that you’ve seen lately that really made you laugh.

Please and thank you!

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Ready to Laugh? These Tweets Are Gonna Help You Get ‘ER Done!

I’m pretty sure you’re in the same boat as me, but I need some laughs!

Or maybe even three…

Because it’s been a long year filled with all kinds of bad news and the only thing I can really see helping out right now is some laughter.

And these tweets deliver!

So let’s take a look. And remember, give yourself a break once in a while and treat your brain to a few LOLs.

1. Do you have any Internet friends like this?

I know I do…

2. This is gonna get ugly…

Enough with the risotto, already!

3. It’s okay, I’m on vacation.

I’ll also take that $150 teddy bear, please.

4. Betrayed, but proud.

I wonder where this relationship is headed…

5. It’s a weird no-man’s-land.

Like being trapped in the Twilight Zone…

6. Let’s skip the music, okay?

I can’t take it anymore!

7. I think there’s going to be a mutiny.

Santa…you better step in here.

8. Wings are that important.

They bring families together, okay?

9. You really blew it this time.

Back to the island you go.

10. You sure were in the dark, huh?

We’re glad you finally saw the light…

11. It keeps on adding up.

It ain’t cheap!

12. We’re gonna need to see some proof of this.

Also, I’d like to know how people respond to all this screaming…

Okay, friends, now we want to hear from you.

In the comments, please share some funny stuff you’ve seen lately that really made you chuckle: memes, tweets, jokes, etc!

Please and thank you!

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Step Right up and Enjoy These Funny Tweets!

If I had to use my brain and give the tweets you’re about to see grades, I think I’d give all of them…an A+!

No doubt about it! These are all funny tweets of the funniest variety and they pass the test.

As you can see, we’re going to run wild with this “school” theme because, hey, why not, right?

So let me be your teacher, sit down in your desks, and pay close attention to these tweets, because you will be tested on them later.

Let’s go! And remember, no cheating!

1. Those really were the days.

I miss them!

2. Let’s take a step back here.

I feel like you might be acting out.

3. Oh, Dad, you’re at it again.

You know they all do this for some reason.

4. We need to get to the bottom of that.

And we should probably do it NOW.

5. This seems about right.

Hey, worry about that stuff later!

6. That’s the good stuff!

You know you love it!

7. Oh, stop being so dramatic!

What’s wrong with you!

8. This song will never get old.

And you can take that to the bank!

9. This is TRUTH.

Just don’t do it, okay? No matter what they say…

10. This is all I’m asking.

So let’s just roll with it.

11. She’s very proud of you!

Just go with it! Don’t tell her any differently.

12. Yes, yes I do…

And I bet you do, too…

Those tweets all get an A+ in my book.

How about you?

Have you seen some hilarious tweets lately that made you LOL?

If so, please share the good stuff with us in the comments. Thanks in advance!

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Wonderful Tweets to Bring a Huge Smile to Your Face

Hey there, friend. I noticed that you haven’t been smiling too much lately, have you?

What’s up with that?!?!

I know times are tough, but we all have to remember to look at the bright side of things, to give ourselves a break once in a while, and to remember to SMILE.

It’s good for you…trust me on this one…

Have a few laughs on us today and let’s see those pearly whites!

1. It’s time for a serious talk.

I had the same conversation yesterday with a dog.

2. That’s the kind of GRIND I’m into.

Hey, what’s not to like?

3. Go get it done!

Might be the most important errand of all.

4. This will boost your productivity in a major way.

Just trust us on this one.

5. I love this idea.

I think I’m gonna do it, too.

6. Seriously, give me the good stuff.

Keep all that garbage to yourselves.

7. A good way to pass the time.

And it causes all kinds of drama!

8. After that, things get real.

And they get real REALLY FAST.

9. I wonder what the reason could be.

It’s a total mystery.

10. Take note of this.

It works every time.

11. In need of a serious tune-up.

Time to bring it into the shop.

12. I said I love you!

Even though we’ve only known each other for two days…

How about you?

Have you seen some funny stuff online lately that really made you laugh?

Well, if so, please share it with us in the comments! Thanks a lot!

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Are You Having a Bad Day? Let Change That Now With Some Funny Tweets!

We all have bad days from time to time…

And the hard part is overcoming those rough times and getting your head straight again.

There are a lot of different ways to accomplish that, but one of the best ways I’ve found to do it is with laughter! And what better way to get some solid laughs than to enjoy hilarious tweets!

I knew you’d be on board with this!

So what do you say we enjoy some funny tweets together so we can all have a better day? Let’s get to it!

1. A different ballgame.

But you’ll get the hang of it…

2. Just like a pyramid scheme.

It’s true!

3. You can’t deny that.

Hey, at least you’re being honest.

4. Let’s go get it!

Which one is your favorite?

5. This is totally hilarious.

He thought it was named after him!

6. The purest of all loves.

No doubt about that!

7. You had to start a new life after this.

You really had no choice.

8. Listen, I have something to tell you…

And you might not like the sound of this…

9. Twitter is where it’s at!

Let’s keep the misery going!

10. I think it’s probably a little bit of both.

Just being honest…

11. Wasn’t ready for that one…

Now, how should I approach this…?

12. Tell everyone about it!

And be sure to call an ambulance.

13. Wow, that was rude.

I think you just lost a friend.

I’m not having a bad day anymore!

And now we want to hear from you!

In the comments, share some funny tweets that you think will make us laugh.

Thanks a lot!

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