Gateways to Hell

Many ancient Chinese stories refer to entire cities being gateways into hell. They are home to demons and ghosts in statue form. It's not surprising that they are called "gateways of hell". In the US, we have our own gateways to hell. Let's take a look at some of these strange places.

FAQ

What dark secrets can Hollywood keep from you?

Hollywood is full secret societies. Some are cult-like groups where members follow strict rules and rituals, while others are simply clubs for those who share common interests.

But there are also more nefarious organizations that control much of the industry. There are companies like the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), who sets film ratings and the RIAA, which sets music licensing fees.

Numerous unions, guilds, and associations represent actors, writers, producers, editors, and other creative professionals. The majority of major television networks and movie studios are owned by large corporations.

The fact is that regardless of how secretive any group may be, someone somewhere knows exactly who they are. But that doesn't mean we should fear them.

Instead, embrace them. Because they can help us make better decisions.

These experts tell us which movies are most likely to succeed, which songs will be in demand, and what books will sell the best.

These help us to decide what we'll watch, read, listen, and buy.

We can trust them so we can ignore their advice when it doesn't suit our taste.

Because we have chosen to ignore their power, they are even more powerful. They are the ultimate judges of taste.

They can be ignored if you don’t like what they have to say.

So now let's look at some of the lesser-known but still very real Hollywood secret societies.

And you'll understand why they're so crucial.

Is there a Hollywood blacklist.

There is a Hollywood blacklist.

However, the list isn’t public. According to our knowledge, the names of these people aren't known. But, here's why it matters.

The secret is because the directors and actors on blacklist wouldn't have any job opportunities. Thus, they would leave the industry and studios will lose money. This would mean that they would cut back on movie production. Which would mean fewer opportunities for the blacklisted filmmakers. This could lead to them going bankrupt.

This could lead to more victims.

In short, when someone tries to make an oscar winning movie, they might be asked to sign a contract saying they won't speak publicly against their employers. For any producer or director that wants to be nominated, the same applies.

Producers often pressure directors to cut scenes from their films. Or how directors threaten to walk away from projects that don't fit their vision.

This is why there is a Hollywood blacklist. Negative comments about your employer will most likely lead to you being unemployed. And that's not good for anyone.

Many people have been wrongly accused. They've had the toil to clear their name.

We must stop this from happening again. Everybody should be able to freely express themselves.

Therefore, it is necessary to eliminate the Hollywood blacklist.

Why do actors end up on the blacklist?

Actors are more likely to be rejected than writers. Actors are likely to be rejected often. But it doesn't matter because eventually, you'll find someone who loves you.

Actors are often very talented and can make a living anywhere. But most actors don't want to make a lot of money. Actors love to act and tell stories. If you are an actor, you will most likely put yourself out there.

Sometimes, auditions are cancelled because you are either too young or too old for the job. Or, you could lose out on a role in a movie. It happens all the times.

However, once you have been cast, it is possible to face criticism. Many people will tell you you look horrible or that you shouldn't be wearing make-up. If you're lucky, you won't even hear negative comments.

Sometimes, you might be criticised for playing a role that isn’t authentic or realistic. Maybe you play a gay man, and everyone thinks you're straight. Or maybe you play a woman who is supposed to be tough, but she cries a lot.

Maybe you are asked to change your vocal chords. Sometimes they ask you to sound like either a boy or a girl. They want you to sound better most of the time.

Negative criticisms are best ignored. Actors can feel like they have failed when they are told they did something wrong. But they're not guilty of anything.

They weren't born with the talents that made them famous. They don't always fit the bill, no matter how hard they try.

There are lots of reasons why an actor could get blacklisted. Some people don't like actors. Some people think actors are lazy. Others believe actors cheat.

Whatever the reason, it's important to realize that you will not get blacklisted if you keep trying. There are many roles available, and you will find them.

You will eventually succeed if you keep trying.

Which is the most secretive city in the world?

It may surprise you to hear the answer. This may make you feel uncomfortable as it challenges your perception of reality and the way we live. However, there's a reason for this place to exist. It's not what we would expect.

The City of God was its name by the ancient Greeks. According to the Bible, it was called the City of Destruction.

It is also called Kashi in India (Kashmir). In Russia, it's called Novgorod.

Here in America, however, it is called The Village That Disappeared.

One tiny town in western New York State lost its 1,200 inhabitants without trace. A road sign pointing to the former location of the town was all that was left, except for a few bodies and cars.

This little town disappeared, leaving no clues about where it went or when. Some believe it was swallowed by the earth. Some claim it was destroyed by a meteorite impact. 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 had just moved to a new town.

There's even a website that tracks the disappearances and recoveries of Zugspitz.

The question is, where did this place go? Well, it's in Switzerland!

Zugspitze lies on the border between Austria and Germany. The lake Lake Zugspitze is just beyond the mountain's summit.

It's always fascinated me how so many towns disappear, yet others remain. Why do some disappear while others survive? I decided to investigate.

I wanted to know more about the mysterious disappearing towns. What causes a community to disappear? How can a town disappear from existence?

It turns out that there are several theories about the phenomenon of vanishing towns. One theory holds that a town disappears if all its buildings are demolished. Another theory states that the town simply moves to another location. A third theory claims that the town never existed at all.

Theories aside, the fact remains that dozens of towns around the globe have been swallowed up by the ground. This video looks into the history of those places and investigates their current status.

Statistics

• 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)
• You spend about 10% of your time awake blinking (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)
• "It is estimated that 75% of people have at least mild gum disease, with the most common symptoms being bleeding when brushing, bad breath, and dark and swollen gums," Dr. Ron Baise, a London-based dentist, tells Romper. (romper.com)

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Secrets of the United States that were declassified

America is a country of opportunity, where anyone can be successful. There are also secrets that have been hidden for many years that could transform how you live your life.

Some of these secrets are:

1. Over 5,000,000 secret documents, which are held by the US government, have been kept from the public. These documents contain information about UFO sightings, alien life forms, human cloning, and even assassination attempts against world leaders.
2. President Harry Truman in 1947 ordered the establishment of the Central Intelligence Agency. This organization was set up to help the president make decisions during wartime and keep America safe from foreign threats.
3. The CIA used to use mind control experiments against American citizens without their permission. One of the most famous examples of this was Project MKUltra.
4. During World War II U.S. forces conducted numerous tests on civilians. Some of these experiments involved the exposure of soldiers to mustard gas as well as biological weapons.
5. In 1992 the Pentagon admitted that it had carried out germ warfare testing at Guantanamo.
6. The CIA secretly constructed prisons around the world where terror suspects are held and sent to countries like Thailand, Poland and Romania.
7. The death squads, which are used to execute political dissidents all over Latin America, have also been funded by CIA.
8. The US Air Force continues to carry out chemical warfare test that violates multiple international treaties.
9. The Department of Defense regularly violates its own rules about human experimentation using animals.
10. The Coast Guard has routinely violated federal law while arresting protesters along coastal waterways.
11. The Transportation Security Administration performs illegal searches at airports in the country.
12. Through armed drones and "assassination groups", the CIA conducts targeted killings programs that are not on recognized battlefields.
13. The Office of Public Affairs oversees the CIA. However, OPA employees continue to write alternative media articles. These articles are then distributed among intelligence agencies or defense contractors. OPA writers claim that the truth about UFOs, aliens, 9/11, climate change, and other sensitive subjects have been withheld by national security forces who fear public awareness.
14. The US Air Force holds files on over 7 million Americans, which they consider subversive.
15. US Army uses undercover agents provocateurs to organise violent protests.
16. The NSA collects credit cards records and phone logs, and shares these information with corporations in order to sell ads.
17. Most people won’t know that the FBI has been stockpiling firearms and ammunition since the 1980s. The FBI has over 10 million ammunitions and 1.5 billion gun cartridges!
18. Homeland Security department constructed concentration camps, where inmates can be tortured and killed. These detention facilities are not permitted to be visited by members of Congress.
19. The NSA engages in domestic spying campaigns against activists and journalists whose only crime is criticizing government officials or speaking out against abuses.
20. The NSA performs massive computer surveillance against innocent citizens, many completely unrelated to terrorism.
21. The NSA oversees the mass surveillance of cell phones, email accounts, celebrities, members, judges, and the president of the United States.
22. The NSA intercepts financial transactions, and tracks movements of private individuals.
23. The NSA monitors the energy production facilities and spying on global stock markets.
24. The NSA hacks into computer networks and installs keystroke loggers on computers without obtaining search warrants.
25. To disable enemy communications systems, the NSA uses cyber warfare techniques.
26. The NSA monitors social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter YouTube and Flickr.
27. The NSA uses fake identities online to create hackers' identities and spread propaganda.
28. For personal data, the NSA penetrates message boards and chat rooms.
29. To manipulate forums and discussion groups online, the NSA creates fake persons.
30. The NSA uses homeless people as a means to install spyware on mobile devices.