10 Cracked Posts Everyone Went Nuts Over Last Week 11/15

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7 Things You Learn Surviving an Atomic Blast

We did this interview in person, and it was harrowing.

"Nuclear detonations happen fast, and if you're anywhere near one, you'll be killed way before you have a chance to see that iconic mushroom cloud, much less cling to a chain link fence while a playground dissolves in fire."

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The 5 Most Clever Ways People Made Hate Groups Look Stupid

A German town successfully tricked skinheads into raising money during a walkathon to help young people who've become entangled in neo-Nazi organizations get out. Thanks for cleaning up your own bullshit.

"It's unclear who exactly suggested sponsoring the neo-Nazis in an 'involuntary walkathon,' but whoever it was, we want to kiss that person full on the mouth."

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20 Surprising Origins of Famous Pop Culture Ideas

Well, this finally explains that one story where 007 just traveled through Europe looking for a sociable lapwing.

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22 Inspiring Acts of Kindness That No One Ever Talks About

We could probably use this just about now.

"While we here at Cracked consider it our duty to shatter the illusions that hold your fragile life together, we also try to spread some good vibes to make up for it."

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Why Jar Jar Binks Is More Evil Than You Ever Knew

You were so busy being wildly irritated by Jar Jar that you didn't notice he was a Drunken Master. Watch the whole Gungan take down right here!

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23 Insane True Statistics That Will Make Your Head Explode

See? Humanity CAN unite behind a single purpose.

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5 Things Normal People Don't Understand About Panic Attacks

Panic attacks trigger the fight or flight response, which often causes the bowels to evacuate. If screaming in public isn't bad enough, you might also be shitting your pants!

"For those who have never had a panic attack, here's a really easy way to understand it: Imagine waking up on your average morning. You're thinking about your day, maybe a bit stressed, maybe a bit sleepy, but it's a normal morning. You open up your bathroom door to go brush your teeth and there is a fucking tiger sitting there."

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6 Real Serial Killers More Terrifying Than Any Horror Movie

None of that dressmaking crap for Kathy - just straight-up killer crazy.

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5 Facts Everyone Gets Wrong About Depression

When you're depressed, you're in a constant battle with your dumb brain for control of your life. And despite what pop culture tells us, depression generates a whole range of emotions beyond "gothic sad."

"Too often the message is 'Depression is fake, so if you have it, it's your own fault.' Because that's just what the mentally ill need to hear -- that the problem lowering their quality of life is imaginary and self-inflicted. That will make them feel better!"

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18 Simple Ways Other Countries Are Just Better Than America

And that's not just Japan. Tip in most European joints and they think you're a ridiculous chump who obviously hates his money.

"Hey, look, the United States is pretty great, OK? But when you hold up some of our customs and comforts to other countries', we're ... how do we put this nicely? kind of behind on the times."