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6 Deadly Fashion Trends That Killed Many People Throughout History
Fashion trends have had a tremendous impact on people throughout history. So much so that people were even willing to risk their lives to follow the latest trends. These 6 trends, compiled by Cracked, which emerged in different periods of history to meet the expectations of society and to be 'cool' and had fatal consequences, will surprise you:
10 Overlooked Historical Figures and their Accomplishments
Many people have come and gone in history. Some have left their mark with important works, but they are not recognized today because they are not talked about... We have compiled a list of important names in history that do not receive enough recognition!
Who is the Turpin Family? What is the Crime Hidden in their Home?
There is a saying that the safest place on earth is at your own home. And you can feel the utmost security when you are with your parents. But what if you’ll become a prisoner of your own home, and the perpetrators are your own parents? This is what happened to the 13 children of the sensational Turpin case who were being abused and imprisoned by their own parents for years.The story about the Turpin family received significant national and international news due to the quantity of dependents involved, the severity of the abuse, and the protracted nature occurring over decades.The Turpin case covers the maltreatment of children and dependent adults by their parents, David and Louise Turpin of Perris, California, U.S. Years of abuse by David and Louise Turpin toward their 13 children ended in January 2018 when one daughter managed to flee and call the police.The 13 children of David and Louise Turpin were raised in a home in Perris, California that was described as a 'house of horrors' by the media after they learned what these children had to suffer to survive.
15 of the Richest Criminals in the World, Their Net Worth, and What Crime Made Them Famous
It's logical that illegal activity generates enormous amounts of dirty income and frequently pays much more than legal employment. Numerous criminals profited hugely from their illicit acts, although several nations adopted significant measures to eradicate crime.The most notorious criminals in history have acquired enormous wealth yet remain imprisoned. A massive reward always accompanies criminal activity.Have you ever wondered what crimes the world's wealthiest offenders committed and who they are? These people have amassed a substantial fortune from the criminal underworld to fund their armies.Following is a list of historically wealthy criminals with their net worth.
15 of the Most Evil People in History and Their Grusome Crimes, Exposed
Had humans existed for thousands of years, the concept of evil would exist. The world has witnessed several tragedies in all shapes, from murders to genocides, but the real evil lies in those who cause them. These men acted crimes that not even a single word could describe how unforgivable they were. Here are 15 of the evilest people in history and their gruesome crimes exposed:
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Inside Peacock’s Upcoming Barney Docuseries
As a millennial or Gen Zer, there are high chances that the ‘Barney and Friends’ show was a big part of your childhood. We all remember Barney’s hit ‘I Love You’ song that got virtually every kid pledging to share their treats with their friends. There was also Barney’s ever-smiling purple-greeny costume that became a regular at birthday parties.
What happened to John Wayne Gacy's Kids: Michael and Christine?
John Wayne Gacy is known as one of the world’s most notorious serial killers.  Gacy’s crimes evoke some of the darkest fears in pop culture.  Nothing terrifies us more than evil clowns.  But what if that evil lives in your home?  This was the reality for Michael and Christine Gacy.  Their father’s legacy would leave them wrestling with existential questions about the man they knew as dad, and also responsible for the deaths of 33 young men.
A Torture Method Developed To Treat Patients In Mental Hospitals: Hydrotherapy
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The world of medicine wasn't as advanced as it is today. There have been many different ways of dealing with diseases and sicknesses. But when it was about mental problems, it was probably more difficult than the others because it's not seen like an open wound or a runny nose. Perhaps one of the most brutal methods to treat the mentally ill was hydrotherapy. You can be glad that it's not used anymore to treat patients.
17 Crazy Historical Facts That They Never Taught You At School
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Depending on your teacher, school, country or state, history classes might have been a nightmare for you or the most interesting subject in the world. Either way, now you’re an adult, you should know that not everything they taught you was a hundred percent true, and there’s a good chance that they might not told you the cool stuff. Here are 24 amazing historical facts they you might never heard from your history teacher!
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A Psychopath Serial Killer Whose Head's Been Kept In A Jar Since 1841: Diogo Alves
Serial killers. They have been around for many years. These psychopaths spread fear in every era they lived in. But once they were cut and brought to justice, they were executed! There were many execution methods; hanging, electrical chair etc. But the serial killer and the execution method in this post is a bit different than the other ones. Let's see how justice and science served this psychopath!
Hieroglyphs Of Helicopters And Submarines? Another Egyptian Mystery Arises!
According to many people that have visited the Temple of Seti in Abydos and even archaeologists who have researched the temple, claim that these hieroglyphs actually depict modern day flying machines such as helicopters, airplanes, and even submarines.Is this Pareidolia, or did ancient Egyptians just get lucky when they carved these hieroglyphs?
17 Iconic Hats That Became One With The Characters Wearing Them
These hats experienced many things with the characters and all of them became iconic. They're not just part of the costume anymore, they became a character of their own, sometimes a part of the person wearing it, like their arms or legs. In this list, we put together 17 iconic hats! Tell us your favorite pick!
30 Legendary Movies You Should Watch Before Your 30s!
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In this list, we are presenting you with worldwide acknowledged movies you certainly need to watch before your 30's. Watching these movies will help you get a sense of cinema culture, as well as teach you about movie history.
The Dark Side Of Gandhi: Authors Claim Gandhi Was “A Racist Who Forced Young Girls To Sleep With Him”
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Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was the leader of the Indian independence movement against British rule, and is known for his nonviolent civil disobedience. He is widely called the Father of the Nation. As you see, it seems that there cannot be any room for evil in a personality like this. But like almost all public figures, there is also untold truth about him. Authors Michael Connellan of the Guardian and Mayukh Sen of The Vice have some pretty disturbing claims about Gandhi. Here are some of them.
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Necronomicon: The Ancient Book Of Magic That Allegedly Drove Readers Insane!
'The book that drives readers insane' sounds like we're trying to sell a modern fiction of a popular author, don't we? It's catchy, isn't it? But this is an ancient book we're talking about here, and we're definitely not interested in selling it! What if this book is really magic and actually does what it claims to do? Here's what Necronomicon is all about...
These 10 Sickening Tactics Of Serial Killers Will Send Shivers Down Your Spine!
Humans are capable of performing extremely gruesome acts, far more heinous than just murder. Just take a look at the number of murderers and serial killers in the world. But serial killers are far more inhumane than the murderers. In most cases, there is no logical reason or personal vendetta against the victim but just a psychological urge to kill. To fulfill this urge they often go to great lengths and apply various tactics so as to avoid being caught. Here we have brought together the stories of ten such serial killers whose cunning tactics will give you the chills.
The Haunted Hospital Where 63,000 People Died: Waverly Hills Sanatorium
There are a large number of people who enjoy the idea of believing and chasing ghosts and ghost’s tales, and this fanbase is one that seems to grow by leaps and bounds every single year. Are they real, or aren’t they, that is the question? Waverly Hills is one of the most fascinating buildings to be found that stores within its walls many horrible and pain filled memories of a time where it seemed to continuously consume 100’s of lives.  Let's see what might have caused all these tragic deaths.
15 Extraordinary Events That Really Have Happened To Make You Question The World!
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There are many things in the world we can't find answers to. We call them a mystery or just a coincidence. Whatever the case, they're sometimes good and sometimes spooky. We don't know if they're supernatural stuff that nobody can solve or all of them have a solid explanation. Whatever the case, we put together 15 of these interesting scenarios that happened or are happening in the world at the moment.