With characters like Batman, Spiderman and Wolverine, some of the most famous superheroes are named after animals, possessing powers that are inspired by the insane abilities found in the animal kingdom. Sometimes, though, mother nature beats out the comic books, with certain rare creatures possessing astounding abilities that can rival iconic superheroes. From shapeshifters to spider-bird hybrids, today we’re going to put on our capes and fly through some unusual animals with real superpowers! Animals, assemble!!

There are few childhood memories as sweet and carefree as those spent playing videogames. But while nostalgia often stops us feeling anything but joy for these memories, as we get older, gamers occasionally start to notice things about games we grew up with that either don’t make sense, or raise some very uneasy questions indeed. From truly awful Pokémon lore to Minecraft monstrosities, here are some creepy videogame theories to ruin your childhood.

If you had to guess, how many hospitals would you say there were in the entire world? Considering there are more than 7.7 billion people on earth, you might be thinking something high - like 500 thousand? 750 thousand? Maybe even a million? I know I was. But according to records, it’s estimated that there are only about 100 thousand hospitals operating worldwide presently. While that’s not many, the level of care that each of them provides varies wildly depending on the country they’re in, and the healthcare systems they depend on. From the food they serve, to the cost of an operation, it’s time to compare different hospitals and healthcare standards around the world!

Sometimes, things aren’t always what they seem. After approaching an injured bird on the ground, one Somalian man found this out the hard way. It turns out, it wasn’t a bird at all, but it did harbour a sordid secret that threatened not just the man’s privacy but that of everyone around him. And this is far from the only time something like this has happened! So, from the devilishly devious to the outright absurd, let’s investigate some of the secret ways people invade your privacy – and the gadgets they use to do so.

The World produces more than 2.3 billion tons of municipal waste each year - that’s enough to fill 822,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools! And with just 16% of it recycled, it all has to go somewhere. From mega mountains and waves of trash to garbage islands that are twice the size of Texas, let's explore 10 of the largest garbage dumps in human history.

Animals are pretty incredible. I mean, humans may be smart, but we’re not naturally able to do things like fly, breathe underwater, or lay an egg. And while we think we know almost everything about the animals in our world, there are some that seem to defy mother nature herself with the things they can do! From ravens that can talk like humans, to lizards that can walk on water like Jesus, it’s time to explore some of the most unbelievable things animals are able to do!

These days we consumers can get our claws on just about any product the mind can conjure. And while the internet is certainly riddled with strange purchasable items, in this episode, we'll be exploring some seemingly ordinary products that had incredibly strange and uncomfortable beginnings. From treacherous toothbrushes to the peculiar reason Australians used to sit inside whale carcasses… all will be revealed in time! So join me as we discover products you’ll be thankful have come a long way!

Animals are known for acting a little crazy sometimes. It’s why we love them, right? But what if I told you that you could instantly calm your cat down with a simple pinch in the right place? Or even that scary sharks can be made docile and harmless in mere seconds? Well, get ready to be amazed, because we’re about to check out some surprising things that hypnotize all kinds of animals!