Scientists Have No Idea Why Some People Can Control When They Get Goosebumps
Goosebumps, chill bumps, whatever you call them, you know what they are – they appear all over your skin when you’re cold, but also when your hackles are raised against a threat, real or perceived. For most of us, this reaction is completely involuntary, and even surprising. But for a small subset of folks, goosebumps...
How Long Can a Decapitated Head Remain Conscious?
Come on, be honest…you’ve thought about this question before… Or maybe you’ve just seen the classic horror film Re-Animator a bunch of times and it’s always kind of just stuck in your brain… Either way, it is an interesting question to ponder…how long does a decapitated head remain conscious? Think back to the days when public guillotine...
Engineer in Australia Watches as Farm Owner Destroys His Own Car
People are amazing, especially when their egos are so big they can’t even make good decisions. Originally posted on Reddit, this engineer tells the story of a farmer who let his get the the best of him and we are here for it. Seriously, this is nuts. Get ready! In rural Australia, an engineer was...
Internet Detective Uncovers the True Origin of the Name ‘Triscuit’
Triscuits are a solidly average cracker; aside from their unique texture, there’s nothing too special about them. That’s what makes it all the more surprising that Triscuits were the subject of a riveting Twitter thread involving electricity. Twitter user Sage Boggs’ thread on the subject became so popular that he changed his bio to “Triscuit guy.” Sage’s...
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16 Things That People Would Erase From Existence If They Could
Okay, this is a weird question from AskReddit, no doubt about it. Here it goes: “You are allowed to erase anything from existence, and you will be the only one that remembers it. What do you get rid of?” This should be interesting… Here’s what people came up with. 1. I second this one. “Mosquitoes....
14 Blood-Curdling Stories Told in Just Two Sentences
Just because you haven’t seen them, doesn’t mean they aren’t out there. Who are “they?” Oh, you know. Those things that send chills up your spine when you hear their names. They’re the undead, the hounds of hell, ghouls, goblins and whatever lurks in the far, maddened, dark corners of our minds. Mwahahahahahahahaha!!! Here are...
15 People Share Their Favorite Horror Stories Where They Try To Scare You With Just Two Sentences
The best horror stories tap into our common fears. These two-liners deliver the fear factor in a big way like a punch to throat. Forget about being entertained. Instead, prepare to be terrorized–fast, thanks to these dark tales from The Occult Museum. 1. I’d Like to Return This Gift Thank You. 2. Freaking Out. 3....