Be Amazed

From the Eiffel Tower to Big Ben and Lady Liberty, our globe is full of iconic monuments. However, for some pretty earth-shattering reasons, it seems that many of our world’s legendary landmarks that once seemed invincible could be at risk of being lost forever. From the crumbling wall of China, to the teetering Tower of Pisa, join me as we explore some landmarks that could disappear in our lifeti...

Animals have inspired humans to do some crazy things: our admiration of birds led us to pursue flight; our curiosity about deep-sea life spurred our love for diving; our longing to eat as much as a pig led to the all-you-can eat buffet! Still, there are some amazing animal abilities I don’t think we’ll ever catch up to. From bullet-punching shrimp to zombie toads, these are some of the world’s mos...

On December 7 th , 1978, the MS München – a German container transport ship – departed the port of Bremerhaven bound for Savannah, Georgia. This would be its 62 nd voyage across the North Atlantic – practically routine to the crew on board! But, tragically, it never arrived. Nor was it ever seen again. Something claimed this ship, something huge, something deadly, something once believed to occur...

Back in 1942, the US Navy conducted a potentially ground-breaking experiment in an effort to turn one of its ships…invisible. It went wrong – with disastrous consequences. Or at least, that’s how the story goes… indeed, throughout history, militaries around the world have secretly conducted all kinds of crazy experiments – some real, some shrouded in conspiracy. So, from psychic soldiers to flying...

You may think that mosquitos are just pesky blood-sucking flies, but these bugs are super spreaders of fatal diseases that have plagued humanity since the dawn of civilisation! Instinctively, we know to swat them away, but have you ever wondered what would happen if you didn’t? What if you let one of these bugs suck your blood and didn’t stop it until it was too late?! Well, stick around as we dis...

There’s no doubt that pretty much everyone wants to be a millionaire. But unfortunately money can’t be summoned out of thin air… or can it? In 2014, the unknown Dr Ruja Ignatova came out of nowhere with promises that everyone could make millions with a fabulous new invention of her very own creation. Dr Ruja may not be a household name, but she subsequently reached a level of fame and fortune that...

Throughout the animal kingdom, tongues are used for a wide range of purposes, like communicating, eating, and cleaning. But, as with everything in nature, there’s always a dark side. Whether it’s using those tongues as brutal bullets, spiky shredding devices, or even venom-filled killing machines! With that said, here are the animals that you should never allow to lick you. Our Sponsors: * Check o...

On the 7 th of June 1917, during the First World War, the village of Messines, Belgium, was rocked to its core by a massive earthquake... or at least, that’s what the German soldiers occupying the area thought it was. It was only when they saw the bodies of their comrades flung into the sky, which was burning orange with flames, that they suddenly realized this was no earthquake… this was a blast...

From the sinister secrets of neglected sanatoriums to churches hiding long-forgotten truths beneath their very floorboards; here are the true stories and incredible secrets of abandoned places that were completely forgotten by the world, ready to be remembered once more. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com Advertising Inq...

From searching for the secrets of immortality to dumping 100 horses’ worth of poop on a giant Christmas tree, here are some of the craziest things the rich have ever done! Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Eating too many carrots can turn you orange. You can taste garlic with your feet. And sharks have been around for longer than trees have. Got your attention? Good. If you’re hungry for more fascinating facts like those, just stay tuned as there’s plenty more where they came from! To find out why a good night’s sleep will instantly make you taller, or the reason you should never eat banana-flavoure...

From peeing on a jellyfish sting to drinking that pee to stay hydrated, here are some survival myths that could get you killed. And what you should really do to survive.  Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

All around us, regular looking people with incredible abilities have pushed themselves to the extremes. Ready to be awestruck and inspired? You should be, because I’ve rounded up some terrifically talented genius-savants and burling brutes for your entertainment pleasure. This one’s seriously gonna blow your mind as we look at some of the most dedicated individuals with superhuman skills that defy...

If you’ve ever overheard a schoolyard conversation, you know nothing captures the imagination quite like the daring fights of a brave warrior. I remember spending countless hours as a kid debating whether Goku or SpongeBob would win in a fight. But today, I’m here to explore real warriors who committed utterly awesome feats that put anime and cartoon fights to shame! From Aztec beast-men to one-ar...

Let's delve into the mysteries and marvels of ancient engineering, including the most reasonable explanation of how Stonehenge was built. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Let’s face it, we’ve all got our fair share of secrets. However, some places are so restricted and guarded that getting in, or even getting out, is practically impossible. Or it was until now. Strap in, superspy. I’ve got you an all-access pass into previously inaccessible places. This is gonna be dangerous. So, keep your wits about you as we take a look at the most heavily guarded places on earth...

Ah, the Bermuda Triangle, where sailors and aviators sign up to play a never-ending game of hide-and-seek! But if you thought that notorious patch of the sea was mysterious. From an island that lures ships to their destruction, to the supernatural ‘zone of silence’ found in a Mexican desert, let’s investigate some strangeness-filled places that are even more mysterious than the Bermuda Triangle! O...

Since the early 2000s, China have stolen a mind-boggling $600 billion of American trade secrets every single year. That’s a whopping $12 trillion over the last 20 years. Yikes. W-w-what on earth were they after?! Well, in short, everything. They’ve got spies everywhere from tech firms to the military. So, stick with me, try to keep a low profile, and fingers-crossed we’ll make it out alright. Read...

For as long as societies have existed, we humans have constantly pushed the limits on designing and creating newer, bigger and better buildings. But, for all the jaw-dropping structures that we’ve actually erected, there are some megaprojects that - for better or worse - never made it off the drawing board. From colossal pyramids containing entire cemeteries to a skyscraper that literally hangs fr...

Do you ever wonder if humanity will reach a point where we all become collectively enlightened? Like, we’ll all just stop doing obviously dumb stuff one day, and live out each of our lives as happy and healthy individuals? …Well, today is not that day! For anyone new here, we’re looking at people who have removed themselves from the gene pool in ways that are so idiotic, they prove that Darwin was...

In the US, around one in every 200 people are incarcerated. But out of the staggering 1.9 million felons in the prison system, only 3% ever manage to break out - and most of those are from low security facilities. However, in Japan, a prisoner named Yoshie Shiratori became infamous for escaping maximum-security incarceration not once, not twice, but a whopping four times. And, believe it or not, t...

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Nature sure is beautiful, huh? Well, mostly anyway. I’m an animal lover, but there are some beasties out there I really wouldn’t wanna meet. Sometimes, however, we don’t get much choice… From terrifying creatures that will make your skin crawl to monsters capable of tearing you limb from limb, here are some horrifying animals you should avoid at all costs! Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and...

They say revenge is a dish best served cold, but I disagree! From some of the stories I’ve found on the web, the best revenge is served so hot, it’s downright nuclear! These aren’t tales of funny, passive-aggressive sticky notes, or cute pranks to teach people a lesson. These are stories of life-destroying vengeance, and elaborate retribution; from devastating businesses to exposing cheaters in th...

If anyone can deal with scary situations, it’s a soldier. But even though the 9 to 5 for many military personnel involves dodging bullets and firing machine guns, some war stories are scary enough to frighten even the toughest soldiers. Especially the stories that involve bizarre occurrences that seemingly defy explanation . So, today, we’re going to load our rifles and ship out to the front lines...