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15 Cute Animals That Will Cause You Horrible Harm

15 Cute Animals That Will Cause You Horrible Harm

When we think of animals that will destroy us, rend us limb from limb, and leave us in a bloody mess, we usually thing of the huge and horrifying. Which means we forget about the real threats: the tiny, the cute, the gorgeous. The animals at which we ooh and aaah over, but are deadly, poisonous...

10 Most Devious Subliminal Ads in History

10 Most Devious Subliminal Ads in History

Ever since the term 'subliminal advertising' was coined in the 1950s, the idea of ads with hidden messages that can influence us without our conscious knowledge has captivated the popular imagination. If adverts can steer us toward a particular product through surreptitiously placed words or images...

The 13 Scariest Australian Animals

The 13 Scariest Australian Animals

Australia is a land of deadly creatures that seem to take obscene joy in killing you — and not just Queenslanders hunting down anyone who's brown. No, the entire ecosystem seems specifically designed to kill, what with the horrible desert, deadly animals, annoying insects, and constant worry of...

Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom Welcome Son

Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom Welcome Son

Supermodel Miranda Kerr and her husband Orlando Bloom have reportedly become parents and welcomed a healthy, 4.5 kg baby boy per reports from a friend of the family and Miranda's grandmother, Ann Kerr. Though the couple have not officially released a statement regarding the baby's birth, a source...

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What Is Nutmeg?

Nutmeg is a common spice used in baking, Indian cuisine, and even some savory dishes like cheese sauces, potato and meat dishes, and soups. It can also be used to enhance the flavor of drinks like cider or wine. Nutmeg is also used in spice blends, such as the Middle Eastern garam masala, and in...

10 Signs the World Has Gone Mad

10 Signs the World Has Gone Mad

Societies across the globe are facing the dire consequence that life as we know it is clambering to chaos. Worldwide infrastructures are crumbling, popular culture has become the baseline for values, and dysfunctional governments are now controlling the world. Here are 10 Signs The World Has Gone...

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What Is a Federal Warrant?

A federal warrant is issued by a federal judge upon the demonstration of probable cause by a representative of a government agency, usually a federal law enforcement officer. The federal warrant is then issued in order to arrest, seize, or search an individual. In countries like the United States...

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What Is a Small Claims Court?

A small claims court handles minor cases that involve small claims only. Although it can perform other judicial functions, it has limited functions when it comes to handling civil cases involving private law practitioners. Around the world, small claims courts exist in the U.S., Australia, Canada,...

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Whitney Houston Disappoints Fans at Brisbane, Australia Concert

Whitney Houston disappointed fans with her Monday night performance at a concert in Brisbane, Australia. People who attended Houston's concert are still furious in the wake of the show that was slated to spotlight the singer's return to music. Concertgoers report that Houston was "breathless,...

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What Is Pima Cotton?

Pima Cotton, also known as Extra Long Staple (ELS), is a particular kind of cotton that is grown chiefly in a number of countries, most prominently in the southwestern region of the United States, Peru, and Australia. Pima cotton is considered as one of the best cotton blends and is known for its...