No matter whether you're a fan of paranormal phenomena or just a casual history buff, you should know some frightening facts about history. Cryonics, Sleepwalking defense and Arrhythmic death syndrome are just a few of the topics discussed. While some of these are pretty spooky, others are simply interesting.
Arrhythmic death syndrome
Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome or SADS is a condition that causes the heart to stop beating suddenly. This is an indication of an underlying condition in the heart that can affect the electrical system. The sudden cardiac death of this nature can leave people feeling confused or worried about their own health.
Cryonics
Cryonics, or the preservation of a human body after its death, is a concept. It is a hotly debated topic in the United States. Cryopreserved corpses are stored in freezers. Since 1967, more than 100 people have been cryopreserved. Many others have also made arrangements to freeze their bodies. Most do so via life insurance. Today, the largest cryonics organization is Alcor. This group is noted for its advanced technology and medical approach to cryonics.
Hauntings in 1861
Hauntings in 1860 were nothing new. Many people in the 1860s claimed to have seen ghostly bodies, including a Union soldier or a pair little girls. Some claimed the ghosts were victims of cholera. Others reported hearing drum cadence.
Sleepwalking defense
Since 1846, sleepwalking has been used in criminal defense. This defense, also known as "Twinkie", has been controversial ever since it was first introduced. However, despite its controversy, sleepwalking has been used successfully in court. Albert Tirrell was in fact the first to successfully use the defense.
Headless chicken
The Headless Chicken, also known as Miracle Mike, is a real historical phenomenon. It was born April 1945, and it died 18 months later. Today, Mike the Headless Chicken Day celebrates this terrifying fact in history.
Transfusion of blood
The history and evolution of blood transfusion is frightening. Before the 1990s there had been no clinical trials of blood transfusions. Therefore, blood was given to patients who were more at risk than they were benefit. Studies revealed that transfusions lead to poorer outcomes, longer hospital stays and an increased chance of getting certain post-operative complications. Also, transfusions were associated with patients being placed in intensive-care units and ventilated more often after they had received blood.
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What is the most secretive place in the world, and why?
This question might surprise you. You might be uncomfortable with the truth of it, as it may challenge your perception of reality. There is a reason this place exists and it's not as you might expect.
It was also called the City of God in ancient Greek. It was also known as the City of Destruction according to the Bible.
In India, it's called Kashi (Kashmir). In Russia, it's called Novgorod.
It is known as The Town That Disappeared in America.
One small community in western New York State with 1,200 residents vanished without a trace. There were no bodies, cars or houses left behind, but a road sign that pointed to the former location was all that was left.
This little community vanished and no trace remains to indicate where or when it disappeared. Some believe it was swallowed by the earth. Others say it was destroyed in a meteorite collision. Some believe that it was taken by aliens.
Despite what may have happened, the people who lived in this once-thriving area are confident that their town will not be lost forever. They just moved to another city.
There is even a website dedicated to tracking the disappearance of the lost city of Zugspitz.
Then, where is it? It's actually in Switzerland!
Zugspitze lies on the border between Austria and Germany. The lake Lake Zugspitze is just beyond the mountain's summit.
It has always fascinated and astonished me to see how many towns have vanished but still exist. Why does some vanish while others remain? I decided that I would investigate.
I wanted to learn more about mysteriously disappearing towns. What is the secret to a town's disappearance? How does one place go extinct?
There are many theories to explain the phenomenon of disappearing towns. One theory says that a town disappears when all the buildings are demolished. Another theory holds that the town simply relocates to another location. A third theory states that the town didn't exist at all.
The fact is that hundreds of towns all over the world have been swept away by the ground, despite theories to the contrary. This video explores the history of these towns and examines their current state.
These 5 facts are amazing about the liver
The liver is responsible both for breaking down toxins as well as storing vitamins, minerals. It also helps regulate blood pressure and keeps our body temperature stable.
We hear it all the time: "I feel sluggish today" or "my head feels heavy". These symptoms may be a sign of liver disease.
Other symptoms include itching, yellowing of the skin, heavy urine, yellowing of the skin, fatigue and nausea. These aren’t the only warning signs. If you are experiencing any of these signs, it is important to consult your doctor right away.
The liver is an important organ. It is essential for detoxification and metabolism as well as reproduction.
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The average adult human liver weighs approximately 1,400 grams.
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The size of a baby's liver at birth is approximately half that of an adult. It grows to be about four times bigger by age three than an infant's.
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The liver can be found just below the rib cage, on the left side.
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There are 16 main lobes in the liver, but many smaller lobules are inside the lobes.
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Red blood cells make up approximately 10 million of the liver's total.
What dark secrets can Hollywood keep from you?
Hollywood is full of secret societies. There are many secret societies in Hollywood. Some are cult-like, where members adhere to strict rules and rituals. Others are clubs for people who share similar interests.
There are also other, more evil organizations that control large parts of the industry. Companies such as the MPAA, which determines film ratings, or the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America), that set music licensing fees, are examples of these.
Numerous unions/guilds also represent actors and directors as well as writers, producers, and so forth. The majority of major television networks and movie studios are owned by large corporations.
The point is that no matter how secretive any group may seem, someone somewhere knows exactly what they do. They shouldn't be fearful, however.
Instead, embrace them. Because they can help us make better decisions.
These people tell us what movies and songs will succeed, and which books will sell best.
These help us to decide what we'll watch, read, listen, and buy.
We can trust them and can disregard their advice if it is not in line with our preferences.
They become more powerful because we choose to ignore them. They are the ultimate judges of taste.
And if you don't like what they say, you're free to ignore them.
Let's now look at some lesser-known, but still very real Hollywood secret organizations.
Observe why they are important.
Which is the most mysterious spot on Earth?
Antarctica is home to the most mysterious and remote place on Earth.
Why do we find this place so intriguing? Because it's unlike any other place in the world.
It is isolated, remote, and very hard to visit. However, there's more to this location than meets the eye.
These wild animals are also found in this natural wonder.
Let's find out how this mysterious destination became so famous.
Antarctica: The South Pole
Antarctica is named for no one. Some believe it is "land of the ice". Others believe it comes from Greek mythology.
In ancient Greece, Antarktis was the name given to the island where Zeus' twin brothers were born. According to one source, one of the twins was conceived in winter. Hence, the word antarctic.
Others believe the name was derived from the Greek words tropos, which means turn, and anti, meaning against. This would signify land turned away the sun.
Whatever the reason Antarctica has held a special fascination for people, it is undeniable.
It is the highest, coldest, windiest, dryest, and most populated continent. It is too cold to support trees, plants, and animals.
Yet, this frozen wasteland is alive.
About 90 percent of all living things on Earth live here. You can find approximately half the world's species of animal and plant plants here.
What is Antarctica? Here water freezes to ice and not evaporates into the atmosphere.
This results in large masses of ice floating above the ground.
These floating glaciers make up 80%. These glaciers are getting larger each year.
The Antarctic ice has grown 60 feet so far since 1960.
If the melting continues, the sea level will rise by up to 200 feet. It could result in massive flooding all over the world.
This is not necessarily bad news. Some scientists suggest that global warming could actually be good for us. According to scientists, global warming could be good for us because the melting of the ice sheets will accelerate, which can lead to floods that release toxic chemicals into our soil and bodies.
Others, however, warn that this theory sounds almost like a plot for a science fiction film.
Statistics
- According to a 2018 study published in Free Radical Biology & Medicine, this is because blood pressure is regulated by our innate circadian rhythm and internal clock. (romper.com)
- In fact, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, you make 15 to 30 gallons of tears each year, which is insane when you think about it. (romper.com)
- It might not sound like something that's truly plausible — and it is quite rare — but according to a 2015 study published in the Asian Cardiovascular & Thoracic Annals, it's possible to hurt yourself and even break a rib just by sneezing. (romper.com)
- The average human adult male heart rate is between 70 and 72 beats per minute, while the average for adult women is between 78 and 82 beats, which is significantly faster, according to 2014 published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (romper.com)
- A 2012 paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported that people blink about 15 to 20 times each minute, meaning, if you do the math, you spend about 10% of the time that you're awake blinking. (romper.com)
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Hollywood scandals that shocked the globe
Nothing is more shocking than seeing someone famous for wrong reasons. It's even more frightening to see them fall from grace.
The best thing about watching how an industry reacts when it makes mistakes is the best part. We've all heard stories of celebrities who used drugs and alcohol excessively. Some even died young because of it.
But the worst part is when those same stars go public with their problems and are shunned by everyone. We were there last week.
Heath Ledger gave up after a long career that was successful. He took too many prescription pills and died shortly after.
His family and friends struggled to accept his passing, and the media had a field day bashing him publicly.
Heath was once regarded as one of the best actors today. His performance in Brokeback Mountain earned him two Academy Awards nominations.
In addition to acting, Heath also wrote and directed films, including A Knight's Tale, Monster's Ball, and Iron Man 3.
Hollywood loved Heath but he grew too large for his boots. He began using drugs and drinking heavily. Eventually, he went to rehab and came out clean.
He was now sober and wanted to make amends. He created a documentary called Room 237, which documented the making of The Shining. It was supposed to hit theaters this year. However, it won't until next year.
Heath was unsuccessful in his attempts to get back into Hollywood. He was actually arrested twice for drug charges.
We're not saying Heath should have been allowed back into show business. But it would have been nice to get some help before things spiralled out of control.
We hope Heath's story will serve as a warning to others who may think they can still have everything.