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In today's online world, conspiracy theories are everywhere. So much so that when someone claims the Moon landing was staged by lizard people who also caused Princess Diana’s death on September 11, we rarely argue anymore. Yet, some theories are so outlandish that even the lizard people believers question them.
10. Adam Sandler Has the Ability to See Into the Future
Two years ago, Clickhole, a site owned by The Onion, published an article titled '5 Tragedies Weirdly Predicted By Adam Sandler.' It was meant as a parody, of course, but some people took it seriously.
White supremacists, in particular, took it as proof of their beliefs. On their forums, they declared it as further evidence of the supposed Jewish conspiracy. 'All the Jews know what the schedule is,' they wrote, proudly backing their ideology with The Onion's satirical article.
9. The Moon Doesn't Actually Exist
While many have claimed the Moon landing was staged, David Icke takes it a step further. He argues that the Moon was never there at all, to begin with.
Icke's theory largely stems from a quote by Irwin Shapiro, who humorously remarked about the Moon's unusual size: 'The best explanation for the Moon is observational error—the Moon doesn’t exist.'
In a somewhat meandering post, Icke took this comment to argue that the Moon serves as a 'control system' manipulating our perception of reality, making us a 'slave race' to those who control it. It's a conspiracy theory version of Plato's allegory of the cave. He believes that our entire perception is a man-made hologram designed to keep us from discovering the truth.
8. Obama Has the Power to Control the Weather
If you try hard enough, there’s almost nothing that can't be blamed on Obama. Take, for instance, when Oklahoma was struck by a tornado in 2013. Radio host Alex Jones suggested on air that the storm was probably caused by a 'weather weapon' deployed by the president. This claim quickly spread across conspiracy theorist forums, where it was portrayed as a sinister Democratic plot to divert attention from Benghazi.
Some even went as far as to claim that the storm never occurred. One theorist suggested that the bodies of the deceased were planted to make conspiracy theorists appear ridiculous.
So, if you ever encounter someone who says they lost a loved one in a natural disaster, just give them a knowing look and say, 'You can’t fool me, Obama.' Otherwise, you risk looking foolish yourself.
7. Germany Is Actually a Corporate Entity
Germany is known for its reputation of being 'efficient,' but one theory takes this idea to an extreme. A German conspiracy theory website claims that the nation wasn’t reunited as a country, but rather as a registered limited liability corporation.
According to the theory, the Federal Republic of Germany was registered as a corporation in Frankfurt's courts in 1990. The website argues that German identity cards are actually employee ID numbers, pointing out that they’re called 'identity cards,' which they consider a peculiar name.
The exact implications of Germany being a corporation remain unclear, but the website suggests that all German laws are essentially just a 'terms and conditions' agreement. So, perhaps Germans who don’t read the fine print can do whatever they like?
6. Saddam Hussein Had Access to a Stargate
There are many theories surrounding the Iraq War. Some believe it was fought for oil, while others think 9/11 was staged to justify it. Dr. Michael Salla, however, argues that America had a different reason: Iraq’s stargate.
Stargates, as we know, are advanced pieces of technology invented for a Kurt Russell movie. According to Salla, not only was the movie real, but Iraq possessed an actual stargate. He believes Hussein was the reincarnation of Nebuchadnezzar, and that when Nibiru was closest to Earth, the Anunnaki established a camp in Iraq. Yes, we’re as confused as you are about that part.
The part that makes sense, according to Salla, is that US soldiers invaded Iraq and disabled the stargate to prevent the Sumerian gods from invading Earth. According to this theory, the Iraq War had nothing to do with oil.
5. Snow in Georgia Is Toxic
People in Georgia don’t often see snow, and when they do, they’re not always sure how to react. At one point, they even convinced themselves that it was a poisonous chemical released by the government.
When a light dusting of snow fell in Georgia, residents took to YouTube, recording themselves attempting to set it on fire and expressing disappointment when it didn’t ignite. They held lighters to the snow and showed the black marks left behind, presenting this as undeniable proof that this strange white substance falling from the sky was far from natural.
However, others were quick to demonstrate that the black spots were merely caused by holding the lighter too close, and the hysteria faded as the snow melted away.
4. Siri Unleashed the Gates of Hades
Apple’s Siri can give some pretty bizarre answers, but none caused as much of a stir as this one. A user asked his iPhone what would happen on July 27, 2014. Siri responded that it would be a Sunday, and the gates of Hades would open.
Rather than being a clever joke, this was likely a glitch caused by Siri misinterpreting a Chinese holiday. Nevertheless, some took it seriously. Infowars declared that this was the fulfillment of a biblical prophecy, and that Apple somehow knew when the apocalypse would arrive.
July 27, 2014, has come and gone, and the gates of Hades remain closed. But let’s not be too quick to dismiss Siri’s prophetic claims. After all, July 27 really was a Sunday.
3. Saved By The Bell Was Crafted By The Illuminati
At first glance, Saved by the Bell appeared to be a harmless show about attractive teenagers navigating love and friendship in high school. However, one theory claims it’s actually an intricate Illuminati brainwashing tool designed to indoctrinate kids into satanic rituals.
The theory begins with the claim that the actor who played “Zack” was actually Paul Walker in disguise. From there, it’s easy to believe that the theme song contains hidden messages, subtly instructing children on how to perform satanic sacrifices. The theory further suggests that Paul Walker was murdered in a staged car crash to stop him from exposing the truth behind Saved by the Bell.
This may sound outlandish, but the website supporting this theory points out the presence of a triangle in the background of one scene. After all, why would a show include a triangle in a random moment of its four-year run unless it was secretly trying to turn children toward satanism?
2. The Ice Bucket Challenge Is Part of an Antichrist Agenda
The Ice Bucket Challenge became one of the most successful viral movements of all time. Through the simple act of having people pour water over themselves, it raised $115 million for ALS research. Or, according to some on the Internet, it was all part of a much darker plot to serve “Antichrist Lucifer Satan.”
According to a theory circulating on YouTube, the ALS campaign is merely a cover for the Illuminati, allowing celebrities to publicly promote the cause as a way to secretly declare their allegiance to Satan. In this view, every time a famous person expresses support for “ALS,” they are actually saying, “Hail Satan.”
1. The Large Hadron Collider Was Built To Summon Osiris
The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) is an impressive scientific achievement, but its complexity can be overwhelming for non-experts. Fortunately, one individual online has broken it down in simple terms: the true purpose is to summon the Egyptian god Osiris.
The theory begins with an ancient Egyptian image of a boat, claiming it’s ‘common sense’ that the boat represents an interdimensional portal to the afterlife. It argues that wormholes resemble boats, and if you squint hard enough, the LHC itself seems to take on a resemblance to Shiva.
Much of the theory's backing hinges on squinting a bit too much and agreeing that certain things look like others. But considering the complexity of the LHC's science, believing it’s a portal to the underworld might feel simpler than understanding its true function.
