17 Haunting Photos Of People Moments Before Their Death

Original source : http://whatculture.com
Posted : September 2014
Author : Tom Butler

In response to the article 8 Cases Of Selfies Prior To Death

Tragic images of people in their final moments.

For a millennia, the last words spoken by people before their death have been considered to be of high importance or significance, as they represent the final mark they leave on the living world. Today, with the prevalence of technology and media, it’s not wholly uncommon for a person’s final moments to be captured visually. Live broadcasts, mobile phone pictures and even photos taken by the victims themselves have all managed to capture people in the final seconds of life. A high number of these occurrences have taken place with regards to celebrities or other famous figures, who are more likely to have a camera on them at any given time. In certain bizarre cases, it was actually the taking of the photo that caused the death in the first place, granting an even greater sense of melancholy to the resulting image.

This list takes a look at 17 truly haunting photos that chronicle the very final moments of people’s lives, whether they were aware of that fact or not. Please note that some of these entries may contain disturbing content, and may upset more sensitive readers.

Hair Raising Weapons Used During Medieval Ages

Original source : http://www.unmotivating.com

Posted : September 2014

Author : Charlene

Perhaps we should bring some of these medieval weapons back, so people can actually win wars. These people did not joke around, that’s for sure. They meant total business when it came to succeeding at a battle. The craftsmanship behind the weapons are beyond violent….we’re thinking there were many psychopaths living during this time. They are the only kind of people that could possibly come up with such gruesome concepts for these things!

Crash Tests: Why They Don’t Work In The Real World

Original source : http://www.autofreaks.com
Posted : October 2014
Author : Chris Wee

Have you ever wondered why ‘crash tests’ like the one being conducted above are only done up to a certain speed? I mean, don’t you find it a tad ironic that while modern day cars are able to reach speeds in excess of 200kmh, and full-blown supercars are now capable of speeds that hover around the absolutely ridiculous 400kmh mark, yet crash tests are still carried out only up to around a paltry 60kmh?

Crazy Tricks Of Smugglers Across The Globe

Original source : http://www.unmotivating.com
Posted : September 2014
Author : Charlene

We all get annoyed when we arrive from International locations, an have to wait in long lines. But, there is a reason why we wait in those long lines. It’s because smugglers take the risk, and bring in drugs, animals, and other specimens in the weirdest ways possible. There are no boundaries, and their creativity is endless! So, next time you’re annoyed, waiting in line forever….now you know why…

Spider-Man: 5 Weird Effects Of Real Spider Bites

Original source : http://www.livescience.com
Posted : May 2014
Author : Agata Blaszczak-Boxe

Although Spider-Man got his superhero abilities from a spider bite, ordinary spider-bite victims may have to deal with spider-bite effects that have nothing to do with being able to scale walls and climb around on ceilings. Some of the weirdest effects that spider venom may have on regular, nonsuperhero humans include unwanted erections, dead skin tissue that turns black, unusual rashes, dark pee and sweat so heavy it makes puddles on the floor. However, it is important to remember that such unusual symptoms are extremely rare, and the vast majority of spider bites are harmless, or cause only mild irritation and itchiness. In fact, spiders do not often bite people, and if they do, it is because they feel threatened. Black widow spiders and brown recluse spiders are the only two spider species in North America whose bites may sometimes result in symptoms more serious than minor local pain and swelling, according to Rick Vetter, a retired arachnologist at the University of California, Riverside. Although hobo spiders, which are common in the Pacific Northwest, are also listed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as one of the three types of spiders that can be toxic to people, some researchers have argued that hobo-spider venom may not be so toxic after all.

Here are some of the weirdest effects spider bites have had on people.

10 Terrifying Creatures Of The Amazon River

Original source : http://mfword.blogspot.com

Posted : July 2014

Author : the admin

The Amazon rain forest is an immense ecosystem, providing a habitat for creatures as weird and wonderful as the jaguar, the poison dart frog and the Jesus lizard. But it’s home to more than just the animals that prowl, swing, and slither through the trees. In the depths of the Amazon River, the largest river in the world, live creatures so amazing and so terrifying, that they makeJaws look like a nice, relaxing swim in the ocean.

10 Most Chilling Stories Of Modern Day Cannibalism

Original source : http://www.oddee.com
Posted : June 2013
Author : Grace Murano

1. The Australian woman who killed her ex-husband and served him as dinner for his kids

The first Australian woman to be sentenced to a natural life term without parole, Katherine Knight had a history of violence in relationships. She mashed the dentures of one of her ex-husbands and slashed the throat of another husband's eight-week-old puppy before his eyes. A heated relationship with John Charles Thomas Price became public knowledge with an "Apprehended Violence Order" that Price had filed against Knight. She stabbed Mr. Price 37 times with a butcher's knife before skinning him and hanging his hide from a meat hook in their lounge room back in 2000. She then decapitated him and put his head in a pot on the stove, baked flesh from his buttocks, and cooked vegetables and gravy as side dishes to serve to Mr. Price's children. Thankfully, police found the macabre dinner before the children arrived home.

Ten Places You Should Not Visit

Original source : http://www.smashinglists.com
Posted : August 2012
Author : the admin

We keep talking about travel and we even compiled some lists for you in order to help you in your decision to visit places. As far as I am concerned, travelling is absolutely awesome but there are some places that you still should not visit. This list will tell you why you shouldn’t visit the places mentioned, of course, there are a lot more, but these made it onto our list. Enjoy the read.

Worst Children's Playground Fails

Original source : http://www.idontwannagrowup.com
Posted : 2013
Author : the admin

Children's playground are supposed to be fun and safe. However sometimes these are not met; the design are not suitable, it's utterly dangerous or the placement is not at the appropriate place. The following pictures show these fails; there may be some fakes amongst them but they are really just ridiculous...

9 Strange Sports-Related Deaths

Original source : http://www.oddee.com

Posted : February 2014

Author :  Steve Moramarco

1  Raymond Chapman Killed by Spitball

Raymond Chapman, a shortstop for the Cleveland Naps and later the Indians, has the dubious distinction of being the only ballplayer to die of a game-related injury in the major leagues. On August 16, 1920, Chapman was hit by a pitch at the top of the 5th inning in a game with the New York Yankees. Back then, spitballs and other ornery tricks were quite common and the ball thrown by Carl Mays was reportedly very erratic and hard to see. It hit Chapman so hard, it sounded like the crack of a bat. Chapman froze momentarily before falling to the ground with blood pouring out his ear; he died early the next day. After that, umpires were required to immediately replace dirty balls, although the batting helmet didn't become mandatory until 1971.

India Orders Jet Airways To Suspend Pilots After Mid-Air Dive

Original source : http://www.therakyatpost.com

Posted : August 2014

Author : the admin

NEW DELHI, Aug 14, 2014:

India’s civil aviation regulator said on Thursday it has ordered Jet Airways to suspend two pilots after a flight to Brussels dived 5,000 feet, forcing air traffic controllers to issue an emergency warning. The Times of India said the captain was on a scheduled rest break when the plane dropped almost 5,000 feet over Turkey, putting it at an altitude assigned to another aircraft. Air traffic controllers in Ankara had to issue an emergency warning to the co-pilot on duty, who the paper said “did not notice that the aircraft had lost altitude” because she was using her tablet computer at the time.

Face Transplant Patient Goes From Extreme Shame To Landing In GQ Magazine

Original source : http://firsttoknow.com

Posted : July 2014

Author : Zohar Strugatsky

Richard Norris, 39, started a new chapter in his life after a miraculous procedure gave him a new face. The Virginia resident lost most of his face after he accidently shot himself in 1997. His lower jaw, lips, tongue, and nose were blown off and his face was left disfigured. For the next 15 years, Norris locked himself inside his parents’ home and would rarely step out. All the mirrors in the house were covered so he wouldn’t have to look at his own face.

Dangers Of Exotic Pets

Original source : http://www.animalslook.com
Posted : 2011
Author : the admin

Many people are excited by the idea of owning exotic pets. However, it can be difficult to keep and care for an exotic pet because its food and habitat may be hard to collect and reproduce. Additionally, these pets have often not been domesticated for thousands of years, such as cats and dogs. This can lead to dangerous situations for both the owner and any visitors.

Wrongly Accused? 3 Spiders May Not Liquify Human Tissue After All

Original source : http://www.livescience.com

Posted : July 2014

Author : Agata Blaszczak-Boxe

The bites of some spiders can sometimes cause necrosis, the death of human tissue. However, a few spider species may have been incriminated in necrosis cases without sufficient evidence, experts say. A new study, published this month in the journal Toxicon, suggests that the venom of the Australian white-tailed spider - which has a reputation on the Internet of being powerful enough to kill human tissue - may not be so toxic after all. In fact, there were no signs of necrosis in a man recently bitten by a white-tailed spider, despite the man's fears that he would need drastic treatments, said Dr. Scott Weinstein, a toxinologist at Women's and Children's Hospital in North Adelaide, Australia, who treated the man and wrote the study. 

The Deadliest Creatures (Most Easy To Miss)

Original source : http://www.funonthenet.in

Posted : April 2008

Author : the admin

The deadliest (and easy to miss) critters lurk in dark silence, ready to strike with either the barest of warnings or none at all - and with absolutely fatal venom.

10 Incredibly Bizarre Death Statistics

Original source : http://www.oddee.com

Posted : December 2011

Author : Beverly Jenkins

We all know about the major statistics - thousands of people die from things like cancer, accidents, or other illnesses every day. But did you know that enough people die from falling out of bed or getting a snack out of a vending machine that these things qualify as death statistics?

Top Ten Mistakenly Harmful Inventions

Original source : http://www.smashinglists.com
Posted : March 2013
Author : the admin

Invention is a foundation of the human experience. From the wheel to the air conditioner, we are always seeking to improve our way of life through the advancement of technology. We fail at least as often as we succeed, but we remain tenacious in our endeavors. This list serves testimony to some of the worst gaffes in the history of human invention.

Top 10 Man-Made Catastrophes

Original source : http://www.smashinglists.com

Posted : October 2012

Author : the admin

As a race, we appear to have an affinity when it comes to killing each other and ourselves. In the past, there have been many accidental incidents and disasters contributing towards much destruction and death - all of which have been completely man-made. Here are ten of those for your perusal.

5 Facts You Didn’t Know About Radiation

Original source : http://www.gizmocrazed.com

Posted : June 2014

Author : Mary Mckee 

Radiation can be used to save the life of a person through cancer treatments. Radiation can also be very deadly. It is no secret that society has done loads of questionable acts in order to try to understand this particular type of energy. Here are just some of the facts about radiation and some of the horrible crimes society has committed too.

L115A3 Sniper Gun That Can Kill Over A Mile

Original source : http://realitypod.com
Posted : October 2010
Author : Geek

Often termed as the best sniper gun of 2010, the L115A3, fires a heavier bullet to much longer ranges and has a state-of-the-art telescopic sight with twice the magnifying power of the old version. More than 500 are on order from the British manufacturers, Accuracy International. Since British forces moved into Helmand Province two years ago to take on the Taliban, demand for snipers has soared and 120 a year are now passing through the specialist training school at Warminster in Wiltshire.