Lists of bizarre real headlines and 100% true actual news stories from the physical world in which we all really live that are stranger, scarier, and more depressing than any fiction writer could ever dream.

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Media coverage of events has definitely changed over time, transitioning from much-delayed reporting to instant access to real-time happenings. Regular programming is one thing (penciling in <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-must-see-tv-facts/melissa-sartore" target="_blank">Must-See TV</a>&nbsp;and getting out of bed for <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-hanna-barbera-cartoon-facts/melissa-sartore" target="_blank">Saturday morning cartoons</a> were priorities, to be clear), but live television is a different animal.

Live TV can hit the airwaves suddenly. Coverage of an earthquake or accident tears you away from what you were watching, essentially&nbsp;transporting you to an exciting or tragic event as it actually unfolds. Other live television programs are, more or less, scheduled. Weddings, funerals, and other major life events&nbsp;that involve&nbsp;well-known figures are often broadcast for the world to see.&nbsp;

Several live television moments stand out, for one reason or another, because they brought the television world to a standstill. Some tragic, some triumphant - but all enthralling. Vote up the ones that had you glued to the television screen, unable to look away.&nbsp;

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Now and then, we come across historical stories that are so bizarre,&nbsp;we can&#39;t believe&nbsp;they actually happened. These stories often&nbsp;seem more like fictional tales&nbsp;meant for&nbsp;novels or movies than anything we should actually take seriously. However, truth is sometimes even <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/historical-events-that-sound-fake-but-are-true/alby-thompson" target="_blank">stranger than fiction</a>. Even if&nbsp;the events documented in the following list haven&#39;t been <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/movie-premises-that-actually-happened/jacob-shelton" target="_blank">played out on the big screen</a>&nbsp;just yet, they are so odd that they could easily provide the shock and entertainment value required for a Hollywood film.&nbsp;

If unbelievable stories of corpses being placed on trial, brawls breaking out on the floor of Congress, and dancing plagues that began and abruptly stopped for apparently no reason are your thing, look no further! Vote up the weirdest events in history that sound fake but really happened.&nbsp;

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Since the dawn of civilization, a lot of important things have happened. Here are lists of about the many winding routes we took to get where we are today.

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"<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.idea.int/blog/explainer-what-%E2%80%98sportswashing%E2%80%99-and-how-does-it-threaten-democracy">Sportswashing</a>" is a rather new term used to describe the age-old practice of authoritarian regimes using the spectacle of sporting events to launder their reputations at home and abroad. While it's hardly subtle, it has proven effective many times in recent memory.&nbsp;From the gaudy pageantry of the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/1936-summer-olympics-gold-medal-winners/reference">Berlin Olympics in 1936</a> to the state-of-the-art stadiums built with blood and gold in the Middle East, this collection looks at how some of the most famous and infamous sporting moments of the past century often had sinister undertones.

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History is just FULL of doomed expeditions.&nbsp;In any venture into the unknown, there is risk and a large factor in your success is luck. But in these cases, especially in the cases of <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/andree-expedition/kellie-kreiss" target="_blank">the Arctic</a> and Antarctic efforts &ndash; planning, flexibility, and the ability to think quickly were essential.

Lacking those things... you get doom. You get these. Read and wonder how these errors could have been made &ndash; knowing as these men HAD to know &ndash; that a single mistake could cost lives. And they did.

Finally, I just want to note that while I write with a lot of sarcasm and mock many of these terrible decisions, I totally respect that people died here. These men may have made mistakes, maybe were shortsighted, maybe should never have been leaders or given funds or allowed to hold other peoples&#39; lives in their hands... but they were explorers. It&#39;s hard not to respect their desire to discover. (I also give Wikipedia cred for some of my research).

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If you come at the king, you’d best not miss, and if you do succeed, you’d better be ready to look over your shoulder for the rest of your days. Even when a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/why-do-military-coups-happen/megan-summers">conspiracy to topple a king</a> actually succeeds, that doesn’t mean things worked out for the perpetrators. Regicide often comes with unforeseen costs.&nbsp;This collection looks at the times when historical backstabbers got way more than they bargained for.&nbsp;

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Wars rarely have one single cause. Often, the outbreak of a conflict results from multiple grievances that have taken shape over time. Differing beliefs, competing interests, and territorial disputes fester, becoming increasingly infuriating and unacceptable. Blood begins to boil, tempers grow short, and, in a single moment, one small mistake or affront&nbsp;unleashes the frustration and anger that&#39;s been building for years.&nbsp;

Minor incidents that <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/foods-that-started-conflicts/laura-allan" target="_blank">kick off major conflicts</a> may seem insignificant on the surface - but they&#39;re really nothing more than <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/biggest-overreactions-in-history/setareh-janda" target="_blank">breaking points</a>. Vote up the big historical conflicts that stemmed from seemingly small mistakes and left you saying, &quot;Well, that escalated quickly!&quot;

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Sometimes, a chain of events unfolds so dramatically that you have to stop and marvel, &quot;Wow, that escalated quickly!&quot; Historical events are no different - some of them moved from zero to 60 in a relatively short time period. Whether it was a war that started <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/dumbest-things-countries-have-fought-over/stephanieschoppert" target="_blank">due to&nbsp;a relatively&nbsp;minor issue</a>, a religious transformation that happened thanks to a single text, or a scientific advancement that emerged in a surprisingly short amount of time, many past events began in one place and ended up somewhere completely different.

These <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/fascinating-todayilearned-history-facts/garri-chaverst" target="_blank">history facts</a> demonstrate that nothing is inevitable, and that the past can have twists and turns like an engaging thriller. So read on and discover some events from the past that escalated very, very quickly.

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<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/elon-musk-opinion/mallory-weiler">Elon Musk’s announcement of his intent to buy Twitter</a> was seen by many as the ultimate act of pettiness. The billionaire had already been quite outspoken about his dissatisfaction with the company’s decision to take down several of his tweets, as well as what he viewed as its repression of free speech.&nbsp;However, Musk’s use of his power and authority in pursuit of a petty power grab is not the only instance of such behavior. In fact, history is full of people who have, for largely petty reasons, decided to use their power to strike back against those whom they feel have aggrieved them in some way. These actions&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/medieval-revenge-brutal/melissa-sartore">are often quite brutal</a>, and in some cases, have come to have far-reaching consequences.

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As the medium most associated with modernity, cinema has often been at the forefront of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/movies-made-before-cgi/anncasano">technological advancements</a>. The introduction of sound, color, widescreen, and streaming are all notable historic “firsts.” Although many of these breakthroughs are of a more serious nature, some movies have become notable for far less lofty reasons.Odder movie firsts in history, like the Wilhelm scream, offer a fuller, richer, and funnier appreciation of how any film can be groundbreaking.

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Whether written with the intent to uplift, inspire, comfort, or draw awareness, musical lyrics have the power to conjure deep emotions and a sense of connection among listeners. If written well, even <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/english-songs-with-foreign-languages/jason-f-collins">song lyrics in other languages </a>can get stuck in our heads for days at a time.&nbsp;And while we may know every word of our favorite songs, we often don't realize that there are surprisingly <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/stories-behind-song-lyrics/lauren-glen">unexpected stories</a> behind the lyrics we so easily recognize. Whether it's an upbeat tune or a dramatically somber melody, songwriters often draw on historical references to inspire the themes of the ballads they write. Historical references in songs from <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/historical-references-in-beatles-songs/gordon-cameron">The Beatles</a> to The Beastie Boys, here are some of the most notable songs with historical references we didn't catch before.&nbsp;

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The medieval era was a time of knights, battles, and epic quests—a fertile ground for gripping narratives brought to life in movies about the Crusades. The Crusades have been a source of fascination for filmmakers and viewers alike, spurring a genre of crusades films that transport audiences back to the clashing of swords and the fervent quests of religious warriors. Molded by movie buffs with a penchant for historical epics, this list invites you to experience the cinematic journey through one of history's most tumultuous periods.On this list, the crusades films are ranked by fans, with each one aiming to capture the spirit and turmoil of the era. Here, films like Kingdom of Heaven and Arn: The Knight Templar emerge as cinematic treasures waiting to be discovered or revisited. Anyone searching for the most acclaimed movies about the Crusades will find a ready-made collection of silver screen adventures, each one vying for the title of the greatest in its class.Curated details accompany every entry on this list, providing insights into the creative minds behind these works, their release dates, and the star-studded casts that bring the age of the Crusades to life. It doesn't matter whether one is settling down for a movie night with streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or HBO Max; these compelling crusades movies offer a timeless escape for all who seek to immerse themselves in the allure of medieval history.Venture forth and explore this compilation of cinematic excursions into the Crusades, and wield your power as an audience member by voting up your favorites. Discover the unknown and relive the familiar through these storied films that have left their mark on the legacy of Crusade-inspired cinema.

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It&#39;s always tragic to lose lives from natural disasters like tornadoes, but these are particularly bad - they are the worst tornadoes in history, each claiming hundreds of lives in a matter of minutes. From the most recent, current cyclones to those of the past, sadly, this list names them all. With death tolls reaching tragic proportions, these are not only the worst cyclones environmentally, they&#39;re also the deadliest.

Though tornadoes and other natural disasters do not discriminate, the deadliest tornadoes have struck the most in the Asian country of Bangladesh. Each year, the country of around 160 million people generally sees strong, violent and often deadly tornadoes. The regional topography makes this area a hotbed for twisters and unfortunately makes the country a target for some of the deadliest tornadoes in world history.&nbsp;

In fact the two deadliest tornadoes on record, which killed over 2,000 people in total, occurred in Bangladesh. The worst tornado ever, which hit Daultipur and Saturia, occurred in 1989 and claimed the lives of around 1,300 while the second deadliest was only as far back as in 1996, taking the lives of around 700 when it traveled from Madarganj to Mirzapur.

In addition to being the biggest tornados ever, these twisters caused millions of dollars in damages and injured thousands of others. Sadly, this is common among natural disasters. The same can be said for other disasters such as the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-worst-volcanic-eruptions-in-history/drake-bird" target="_blank">worst volcanic eruptions in history</a> and the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-worst-tsunamis-in-history/drake-bird" target="_blank">worst tsunamis in history</a>, among others.

What are the worst tornadoes in history? Take a look here and you&#39;ll see.

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Part of the allure of&nbsp;enduring mysteries&nbsp;is that they&nbsp;don&#39;t have answers - and&nbsp;in the absence of answers, anything is possible. Still, the best kind of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/creepy-unexplained-stories-in-america/jacob-shelton" target="_blank">creepy mystery</a> is a solved one, especially if it involves lost lives or wronged people.&nbsp;

Many mysteries that have long stumped professional and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/crimes-solved-by-the-internet/jacob-shelton" target="_blank">amateur investigators</a> have now been cracked. Whether a dark true crime story, a&nbsp;historical event, or a natural phenomenon, the best-solved <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/unsolved-mysteries-from-history/lauren-glen?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">mysteries in history</a>&nbsp;have been answered through scientific analyses, thorough investigations, accidental discoveries, and a little bit of luck.

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Historic events each year make the news and are the topics of conversation for various amounts of time. Some events are more significant than others and, when something groundbreaking occurs, it's probably fated for inclusion in history books.In 2024, numerous events took place that could be included in future textbooks or even warrant a book of its own. Which ones do you suspect you'll be reading about sometime soon?&nbsp;

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'Battleship' movie quotes include some of the most memorable lines from this 2012 action-thriller film directed by Peter Berg ('Friday Night Lights,' 'Hancock'). The movie, which stars Taylor Kitsch, <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/liam-neeson-movies-and-films-and-filmography/reference">Liam Neeson</a>, Alexander Skarsgard, Rihanna and Brooklyn Decker, is based on the classic Hasbro board game 'Battleship.' See a favorite quote from the 'Battleship' movie on this list? Vote for it (and vote down the quotes you don't like). Also, if you've seen 'Battleship' and want to add a quote that's missing to the list, go for it!In 'Battleship,' Taylor Kitsch stars as U.S. Navy Lieutenant Alex Hopper. Hopper is a bit of a rebel and a screw-up, especially compared to his older brother, Commander Stone Hopper (Alexander Skarsgard). All personal problems they have are put aside when a group of alien ships arrives on Earth and begins wreaking havoc. The Naval ships are forced into an epic showdown as they battle the evil invaders in an effort to save humanity. What are the best Battleship quotes? Take a look at this list and decide for yourself.If you're looking for more blockbuster movie quotes, check out these lists for the best lines from <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-avengers-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'The Avengers,'</a> <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/titanic-3d-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'Titanic 3D'</a> <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-cabin-in-the-woods-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'The Cabin in the Woods,'</a> <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/hunger-games-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'The Hunger Games,'</a> <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-dictator-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'The Dictator,'</a> <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/chronicle-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'Chronicle,'</a> <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/21-jump-street-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'21 Jump Street,'</a> <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-three-stooges-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'The Three Stooges,'</a> <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/wrath-of-the-titans-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'Wrath of the Titans,'</a> <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/john-carter-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'John Carter,'</a> <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/act-of-valor-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'Act of Valor,'</a> <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/conan-the-barbarian-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'Conan the Barbarian,'</a> <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/transformers-dark-of-the-moon-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'Transformers: Dark of the Moon'</a>, <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-x-men-first-class-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'X-Men: First Class'</a>, <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/super-8-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'Super 8'</a> and <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/green-lantern-movie-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes">'Green Lantern.'</a>

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Are you engaging in the physical act of love or thinking about doing the deed? Or are you the product of mating or a human being alive in the modern world? If so, read these lists immediately. Your life depends on it.

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Ancient stories regarding human sexuality told in the modern day regale us with some classic tales of cures for sexually transmitted diseases, theories on creation, and of course, the great successes that came of using beaver testicles as a means of contraception. Heck, in the early 20th century, one &quot;old wives&#39; tale&quot; went: if a woman sneezed after intercourse, she would expel the semen from her body and would not get pregnant.&nbsp;

What are the craziest outdated preconceptions about sexual relations? Here is a list of antiquated beliefs that may seem strange now, but at the time, <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/alternative-medicine-myths/mike-rothschild" target="_blank">folklore and home remedies</a> proliferated more so than&nbsp;science.

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This list icludes the best &#39;Battlestar Galactica&#39; characters ever. When they rebooted &#39;Battlestar Galactica&#39; as a real sci-fi drama, some fans were skeptical. I loved Dirk Benedict and Richard Hatch as much as the rest of them, but the reboot blew me away. And while the show may have had a few rough patches in its story-telling, the characters remained more awesome with every new episode. I dare say that BSG is one of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-scifi-television-series-of-all-time" target="_blank">best sci-fi television series&#39; of all time</a>. Vote for your faves on this list, and add that were missed, and check out our lists of other <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/what-to-watch-if-you-love-battlestar-galactica/watchworthy" target="_blank">shows like Battlestar Glactica</a>&nbsp;as well.

The &#39;Battlestar Galactica&#39; reboot boasted a lot of fantastic, truly memorable characters. It&#39;s pretty hard to choose one over the other, in some cases, but that&#39;s exactly what I want everyone to do. Whether it&#39;s a character you love to hate (Gaius Baltar, anyone?) or characters you admire for their unflinching devotion to keeping everyone safe (Admiral William Adama and Lt. Kara &quot;Starbuck&quot; Thrace), the decisions aren&#39;t easy ones. I leave it up to you, fellow BSG fans. And remember, this list is only for characters from the reboot, circa 2004 to 2009.

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When discussing the worst people in history, it's a somber reflection on the depths of human evil. From tyrants to serial killers, these figures have left indelible marks on the world through their heinous actions. While the term "worst" might be subjective, there's no denying the immense impact these individuals have had on countless lives and historical events.Consider Adolf Hitler, the man behind the atrocities of the Holocaust and the driving force of World War II. His actions led to the suffering and death of millions. Then there's Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the architect of the September 11 attacks, whose plans caused one of the most devastating terror attacks in modern history. Dennis Rader, infamously known as the BTK Killer, haunted Wichita, Kansas for decades with his gruesome murders, embodying the kind of evil only seen in horror films.Curious to know where these terrible people rank among their peers? Scroll through our list and cast your vote on who you believe are the most evil individuals to have ever lived. Engage with this eye-opening compilation and help shape the understanding of bad people in history who have, unfortunately, left their dark legacies behind.