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10 mysterious caves and tunnels nobody can explain Ancient goblin caves, underground pyramid secrets, Victorian crime dens, and even Satanic tunnels under a preschool. Let's go cavin'.
Humans have always been fascinated with spaces in the ground beneath our feet, whether for the possibility of discovering a long-lost civilization, the gates to the underworld, or forgotten treasures. When we can’t account for what we do find, these caves and tunnels become a gold mine for the inevitable folklore. Early humans often left tunnels behind without an obvious explanation – especially before written language was invented. Other times, the purpose of these tunnels were intentionally kept as closely guarded secrets. Sometimes the actual truth is just dull and boring. Regardless, these unexplained underground spaces are interesting and we can’t help but wonder about their secrets. Germany’s “erdställe” goblin…
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The symbiotic relationship of technology and education The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
Technology and education are two words that define the modern era. The most significant difference between the past and the present is that we live in a technologically advanced society. That was never possible without education and incrementally building on the successes and mistakes of our forebears. To say that education has led to technological advancement is correct. But if we analyze the matter the other way around – that will be equally true as well. Technological advancement has helped spread education in a multitude of ways. This article discusses how technological advancement has created a need for education and helped it propagate. Replacement of humans by robots More and…
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Medieval gambling: high stakes games in the Middle Ages The folly of many, and suppressed whenever authorities felt the gentry were impoverishing themselves. It nevertheless flourished.
Just like today, people in the Middle Ages (5th to 15th century) liked to play games to pass the time. And where there’s games, there’s gambling. Gambling in the middle ages was of course a lot different from pointing your browser at King Casino and clicking yourself to victory on Jumanji video slot, but no matter what time period you’re from, backing games up with stakes will get your adrenaline pumping that much faster and our ancestors would have experienced the same thrill we do. Despite pushback from the church and law enforcement, gambling was an unrelenting force for people in all levels of society. Here are our top 10…
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The pitfalls of technology in education The advantages are undeniable, but watch out for these traps.
When it comes to shaping the world around us, technology is one of the most robust tools we can use. Plenty of educational institutions are riding this new wave of inventions into a bright future. The conveniences that come with using technology are currently unmatched. Teachers can now conduct lessons over the internet, issue and receive assignments, test, and grade their students without having to go to class. We see an influx in the number of people capable of accessing formal education due to these advantages. But our reliance on technology does come with its own set of issues. This article will explore them and discuss how they affect our…
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Medieval gambling: high stakes games in the Middle Ages The folly of many, and suppressed whenever authorities felt the gentry were impoverishing themselves. It nevertheless flourished.
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These are the most Instagrammed tourist attractions in the world Tourist destinations ranked based on the number of times they were tagged on Instagram.
If you’re a social media influencer and want to make it big on Instagram, you have to “wow” your followers by visiting the best tourist attractions in the world. And if you’re just one of Instagram’s one billion users, you’re going to show off your vacations any way. After all, most people don’t want to share the boring parts of their life. And now we know which tourist attractions are Instagrammed the most: a study has ranked hundreds of tourist destinations around the world based on the number of times they were tagged on Instagram. Here are the top 15 tourist attractions on Instagram. 1. Disneyland (California, USA) It’s not…
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10 lesser-known cryptid monsters that turned out to be hoaxes A lot of these are silly as heck, too. Don't get caught believin'.
You’re walking through the woods with some friends late at night when something scurries past you in the bushes. You quickly look around and see a shadow of a giant ape for a split second. The obvious conclusion is that you must have witnessed a cryptid. In reality, it was probably just someone’s lost dog. There are hundreds of reported cryptids and monsters, and many of them have been debunked thanks to the hard work of researchers and hobbyists. However, there was a time before the internet when people genuinely believed that there are a ton of secretive, pseudo-mythical creatures hiding out in the forests. I’m not going to rule…
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The absolute worst foods you can buy at a dollar store You go to the dollar store for convenience, but these awful dollar store foods prove that sometimes the convenience and cost just isn't worth it.
When you visit your local dollar store, whether it’s Dollar General, Dollar Tree, or someplace else, you’ve already accepted the fact that you’re sacrificing quality for convenience. After all, it’s called a “dollar store” for a reason — you’re not going to find posh luxury goods. However, there are some foods offered at the dollar store that even starving Africans would think twice about eating. These awful foods at the dollar store proves that sometimes the convenience and cost just isn’t worth it. Microwavable Corn on the Cob Why would you waste your time making a healthy meal with produce made in your own country when you can eat some…
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10 hilariously stupid products everyone knew would fail, and then they did Serious people in expensive suits looked at each other and agreed; we're gonna make baby food for adults and make a killing.
In their attempts to make their brands noticeable in the market, companies sometimes push out products that end up becoming legendary. And sometimes, not in a good way at all. Here are some of the worst products people with corporate salaries thought were a good idea – and that literally anyone could have told them is anything but. The Juicero Watch this video on YouTube San Francisco-based Juicero received $120 million in startup venture capital, including from Google, for its revolutionary product that cashes in on pretentious douchebags’ need to flag their commoditized virtue in the most expensive fashion possible. The company would make money both from subscriptions to DRM’d…
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These useful fast food hacks will save money and change your lunch forever Tested and true fast food hacks to enhance your dining experience.
Depending on how you look at it, fast food is America’s greatest blessing or greatest curse. It’s delicious, affordable, and readily available – – but definitely not the most healthy option. Regardless, fast food is ingrained in the American zeitgeist, and budget-savvy people are always on the lookout for creative fast food hacks to enhance their dining experience. Whether you’re a hardcore fast food connoisseur or you only eat out on occasion, here are some fast food hacks that will help you on your next food run. The “fat man” technique The “fat man technique” fast food hack can be kind of inconvenient for fast food workers, but it will…
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15 most legendary Reddit threads of all time From a guy running the same Civ game for 10 years, to another guy borking his mother, we have something to suit your taste.
Reddit is one of the largest content aggregation platforms out there, with hundreds of thousands of users and communities. And while Reddit has seen a decline in quality due to its attempts to become PC-compliant, there are still some gold nuggets along the way. But I don’t recommend anybody sifting through the garbage on Reddit just to find a good thread, so that’s why I’ve compiled the best moments for you right here. These are the 10 most legendary Reddit threads of all time. Warning: gets somewhat NSFW later on. Playing the same game of Civilization II for 10 years Reddit user Lycerius, who really loves Civilization II, had the…
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