Hans Langseth, born in 1846 in Norway, emigrated to the United States in 1867. He settled in Iowa, where he began to grow his beard as part of a bet. Little did he know that this simple decision would make him a record holder.

The Bunyip is a creature from Aboriginal Australian mythology, often described in tales passed down through generations. The name “Bunyip” is believed to derive from the Wemba-Wemba or Wergaia language, meaning “devil” or “evil spirit.” Stories of the Bunyip were told across various Aboriginal tribes, each with its own description and interpretation of the creature.

Greyfriars Bobby was a Skye Terrier born in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1855. He belonged to John Gray, a night watchman for the Edinburgh City Police. The two were inseparable, with Bobby often accompanying John on his nightly rounds through the city.

In August 1912, four-year-old Bobby Dunbar vanished while on a fishing trip with his family near Swayze Lake, Louisiana. Despite extensive searches, no trace of the boy was found, and his disappearance gripped the nation.

Daniel Lambert was born on March 13, 1770, in Leicester, England. Initially of average build, Lambert worked as a gaoler (jail keeper) and an animal trainer. He was known for his strength and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

John Wayne Gacy was born on March 17, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois. He was a well-liked community member, known for his involvement in local politics and charity events. Gacy often performed at children’s parties as “Pogo the Clown,” which earned him the nickname “Killer Clown.”

Rosie, a five-meter-long great white shark, was captured off the coast of South Australia in 1998. She was caught in a fishing net near Louth Bay, after being deemed a threat to the local fishing community. Her capture drew significant attention due to her size and the ongoing concerns about shark attacks.

Houska Castle, located in the Czech Republic, was constructed in the late 13th century during the reign of Ottokar II of Bohemia. Unusually, the castle was built far from any trade routes, on a clifftop surrounded by forests, swamps, and mountains.

Elizabeth Bathory was born on August 7, 1560, into one of Hungary’s most prominent noble families. She was well-educated and married Ferenc Nádasdy, a Hungarian nobleman, at the age of 15. The couple resided in the Čachtice Castle in present-day Slovakia.

In October 1869, workers digging a well in Cardiff, New York, made a shocking discovery. They unearthed a 10-foot-tall stone figure resembling a human, which quickly became known as the Cardiff Giant. The find sparked intense curiosity and speculation.