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11 Best Nature Documentaries on Netflix Streaming in 2015

Weekend means a retreat to the woods or a beach for some of us. For others it's the perfect moment to hit the couch and gorge ourselves on streaming cinematic adventures (when we're not grilling hot dogs, of course). The good news is there's an incredible variety of compelling science-and-nature-oriented documentaries and series streaming on Netflix right now — from shows that unmask the mysterious depths of the ocean to documentary films that tell harrowing tales of mountaineers risking their lives. Insidermonkey experts made a list about the best nature documentaries on Netflix streaming in 2015.

You don’t have to go outside to enjoy the great outdoors. Thanks to Netflix, you can revel in the glory of nature without exposing yourself to all those pesky mosquitoes, scary spiders, and creepy rustlings in the underbrush. Netflix has a vast catalogue of documentaries, but which nature docs are the best? We did a little bit of digging and found ten titles that absolutely can’t miss. They are each thrilling and chilling documentaries about life on planet Earth. Let’s see who made it to our list of 11 best serial killer documentaries on Netflix streaming in 2015.
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11 Best Serial Killer Documentaries on Netflix Streaming in 2015

If you were obsessed with “Serial” and currently can’t stop talking about “The Jinx,” then congratulations: you are officially in love with tales of true crime. To get over Adnan Syed’s case and survive the weeks in between installments of the Robert Durst mini-series, we’ve plucked the best of the genre from our Netflix roundups. For your gruesomely voyeuristic pleasure, here are 11 best serial killer documentaries on Netflix streaming in 2015 listed by Insidermonkey experts you can stream right now.

Man is indeed the cruelest animal, and a blind scroll through Netflix will reveal any number of films that explore the evil humanity suppresses or projects. How else to explain the existence of Mr. Deeds? If you're a fan of subjecting yourself to films about deranged killers, complicated sociopaths, and everyday evil—and contributing to a nice bout of insomnia you should follow our list. If serial killers aren’t really your cup of tea, or you’ve stumbled upon this article late at night, and you’re alone, maybe the list of best military documentaries on Netflix would be a better choice.
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11 Countries With Highest Gambling Losses in the World

Superstitious believers in luck worldwide are attracted to the unpredictability of betting. Today the gambling industry is thriving. Sports betting, slot machines, roulette, poker… Every nation seems to enjoy a bit of betting be it online, in a real life casino or just indulging in a lottery ticket. Since the beginning of the global recession in 2008, the percentage of people’s income spent on gambling has, on average, been significantly decreasing. However, for many nations the industry is still still on its way up. Insidermonkey experts made a list of countries with the highest gambling losses in the world.

The list has been drawn up according to data provided in a 2011 report issued by H2 Gambling Capital. It ranks from lowest to highest the top 10 gambling nations in the world, according to the average annual losses per person. The variety of nations on this list might be surprising. It presents a diverse mix of nations: some economically prosperous, others worryingly fragile. Government responses to gambling vary dramatically across these nations – from countries where gambling is illegal to countries where it is encouraged, the annual losses at gambling per person differ only slightly. With the increasing popularity of online gambling platforms making the activity’s easily accessible at all times, so government policy seems to make little difference to the determined gambler. You may even want to take a look at another article we published regarding the 11 worst countries for gender equality.
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11 Most Livable Countries in Europe

At some point you've probably dream of living abroad, traveling around Europe, and owning a villa overlooking a lake. If you want to make this dream a reality, you better start researching which European country will make your best life -- and stashing away millions of dollars. Luckily, Insidermonkey experts just did all the research for you about 11 most livable countries in Europe.

If we look into account cost of living, average earnings, taxes, and ultimately the "purchasing power" of inhabitants to determine which country is easiest to live in, and unsurprisingly, the Swiss won out. Though the cost of living is high in Switzerland, workers are also well-paid, which evens things out. The same goes for the second and third place countries, Denmark and Germany respectively, where citizens have a ton of "purchasing power." As far as worst countries go, Estonia, Greece, and Portugal brought up the tail end, where the cost of living was on the lower side, but workers were also low-paid. Of course, you might be thinking, "But there's more to life than money!" While that might be true, being able to afford life is a pretty important factor for, ya know, life. You can also check the most livable countries in Africa.
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12 Highest Paying Countries for Software Engineers

Wherever you go, it also depends on how good you are as a developer. A good developer can earn high salaries independent on whether they are in Switzerland, USA, Norway, Sweden, Germany, Canada or Australia. Companies like Google, Microsoft and other large companies can be found the world over and they tend to pay the good developers good salaries, sometimes it does not matter where in the world you are. If you are good they pay will pay you very well. Insidermonkey experts  compiled a list of the highest-paying countries for software engineers.

Also it depends on what kind of company you are working for. A company with a successful software product might be able to pay higher salaries, then a consulting business, which charges their customers on a hourly rate. Hopefully this answer is helpful. The same can hold true for petroleum engineers as discussed in our previous article of the highest-paying countries for petroleum engineers.
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11 Most Common Food Allergies in Adults

More than 50 million Americans have an allergy of some kind. Food allergies are estimated to affect 4 to 6 percent of children and 4 percent of adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Food allergy symptoms are most common in babies and children, but they can appear at any age. You can even develop an allergy to foods you have eaten for years with no problems. Learn more what Insidermonkey experts say about the most common food allergies are in adults.

It’s important to know the difference between food allergy and food intolerance or other adverse reactions to food and to seek a proper diagnosis and treatment from your doctor. If you or your doctor suspect a food allergy, make an appointment with a board-certified allergist for further testing. If a food allergy is confirmed, it is extremely important to continue treatment as recommended by your physician and to always carry prescribed medications. You might want to check the most common food allergies in children if you are a parent as it gives helpful information on childhood allergies.
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8 Countries that Produce the Most Rice in the World

Rice is known as healthiest foods in the world which carry priceless health benefits. The production of the most largely consumed food has increased steadily over the decade. Largest producers are mostly developing countries where it is used as staple consequently their own production hardly meet their own domestic demands and nothing left for export. World’s most consumed staple food is cultivated in Asian countries which are not only largest producer but also largest exporter of rice in the world, not only known for quantity but for quality as well. World’s best quality rice is produced on the rich fertile soil of Asia where people earn their livelihood from rice production. Here is the list by Insidermonkey experts about the countries that produce the most rice in the world.

Farm productivity plays an important role in country’s production. India has world’s largest farm of rice but its productivity is half of china’s farm productivity so farming knowledge and technology need to be adopted by Indian farmer to become the largest producer. FAO study claims that post-harvest problems and poor infrastructure results in 8% to 26% annual decrease of rice output in developing countries which account for 95% of the total production whereas two largest producer, China and India contribute to nearly half of the world production. Here you can also check our list of top 8 countries that produce the most potatoes in the world.
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8 Countries that Produce the Most Potatoes in the World

Potatoes are an essential dietary staple in many regions around the world. In fact, they are the world’s fourth-most consumed food. This vegetable originates in the Andes Mountains, in the countries of Peru and Bolivia, where it was a key part of the traditional Incan People's diet. The Inca shared potatoes with Spanish explorers in the Sixteenth Century, and the tuber soon spread rapidly across Europe. European explorers then shared it with peoples they encountered while traveling through Asia. Today, it is one of the world’s most widely-grown crops, and is used for many things, including producing alcohol, animal feed, dehydrated food products (instant mashed potatoes), frozen food products (frozen French fries and ready-to-eat frozen hash browns), commercial starch, and, of course, fresh potatoes for boiling, baking, and frying. Here is the list by Insidermonkey experts about the countries that produce the most potatoes in the world.

he world potato sector is undergoing major changes. Until the early 1990s, most potatoes were grown and consumed in Europe, North America and countries of the former Soviet Union. Since then, there has been a dramatic increase in potato production and demand in Asia, Africa and Latin America, where output rose from less than 30 million tonnes in the early 1960s to more than 165 million tonnes in 2007. FAO data show that in 2005, for the first time, the developing world's potato production exceeded that of the developed world. China is now the biggest potato producer, and almost a third of all potatoes is harvested in China and India. If you want to know more about other healthy food and its production be sure not to skip our article on 8 countries that produce the most olives in the world.
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8 Countries that Produce the Most Kiwi Fruit in the World

Surprisingly enough, New Zealand does not produce the most kiwi fruit in the world, and people from New Zealand, are not called Kiwis because of the fruit, but because of their national symbol – the kiwi bird. In fact, the kiwi fruit, which originated in Eastern and North-central China, was first known as Chinese Gooseberry, but later was named after the kiwi bird. Why? Well, according to one story, in the middle of the 20th century, there were high export charges for all kinds of berries in New Zealand, where this fruit was brought and harvested. In order to avoid high export charges, Kiwis decided to change the name. They’ve noticed similarities between their national symbol – the kiwi bird, and this beautiful Chinese fruit, and the idea for the name was there. Here we will show you the list made by Insidermonkey experts about the countries that produce the most kiwi fruit in the world.

According to another story, the name Chinese Gooseberry just wasn’t that appealing, and they wanted to change it in order to have a more marketable name. “Kiwi” was perfect because it was the national symbol. Statistic data from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations was used to find out who dominates the kiwi fruit world. The kiwi production is mainly concentrated in the Northern and in the Southern hemispheres.Among the Northern countries Italy stands out(24,800 ha in 2014), followed by Greece (7,300 ha in 2012), and France (3,952 ha). In the Southern countries the culture is concentrated in New Zealand (12,757 ha) and in Chile (11,000 ha). After you finish reading about the top kiwi fruit producing countries, you may be interested to check our article on most expensive countries to buy food and fruit in the world.
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8 Countries that Produce the Most Olives in the World

Olive is being grown in form of small size trees,these planted trees produce olives,  no other remarkable importance than the major ingredient for producing the Olive Oil which is the most useful oil on the planet. The average height of its tree is near about 8 to 15 meters. If we try to count its cultivars they will exceed hundreds and one interesting thing which make a cultivar different and important is its noteworthy effect on its shape, color, growth period, size and the qualities of Olive Oil extracted from it. cultivars can be used in various ways but these are mostly used for eating and oil. Check the list by Insidermonkey experts about the countries that produce the most olives in the world.

With Italy the largest importer/exporter and Spain the largest producer, the Mediterranean basin is considered to be the hub of olive oil production and related business. With the growing awareness, advance research and increased concerns for health hazards, the demand of for this healthy oil is rising. Apart from the traditionally popular Mediterranean basin, the cultivation of the olive tree is spreading to other countries like the United States, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan and other Asian, African and Middle Eastern countries.  In the United States, the indigenous quality is getting better and people are putting more and more trust on the locally produced oil. In fact, the state of California is becoming the Mediterranean of the United States. But surprisingly all the countries which produce olive, not all of them are also among the countries that make the best olive oil in the world.
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10 Most Popular Places to Retire in Europe

As the memories of the warmth and carefree air of a British summer fade, many people nearing pension age may be giving thoughts to retiring abroad. Cheaper and more convenient air travel has made the world smaller – so you no longer need to say farewell to your family forever if you relocate overseas. But taxes do not end at Dover and pensioners on a fixed income need to be sure that all the financial aspects of becoming an expatriate have been taken into consideration. With these pros and cons in mind, Insidermonkey experts identify the 10 most popular places to retire in Europe. Factors taken into account included house prices, health care costs, average temperature, rainfall and hours of sunshine – as well as grocery bills, crime rates and taxation. Obviously, personal preference and family ties will affect which location appeals most.

There are a couple of specific regions of Europe where retiree property buyers might want to focus their attention. Italy is among the most affordable spots in Europe, and also one of this region's best places to think about retiring. This sparsely populated region where central Italy merges into this country's more languid south is as picturesque as Tuscany or Umbria, but less discovered. You could buy an apartment in a good location in this beautiful province that boasts both coastal and mountain lifestyle options for as little as $1,015 per square meter. So be sure to check these 10 cheapest places to retire abroad.
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8 Countries that Produce the Most Aluminum in the World

Aluminum is one of the lightest metals in the world and as a result it is used widely in the production of multiple product. This metal has a shiny silver color and it is malleable meaning it can be bend without breaking. In nature, aluminum is found in an ore called bauxite. This ore is refined using various techniques to produces aluminum oxide which is called alumina. Alumina is then refined in order to produce aluminum. China produces the largest amount of aluminum in the world followed by Russia and Canada. Check the list by Insidermonkey experts about the countries that produce the most aluminum in the world.

Largest aluminum producers in the world develop motors and electronic to export in high amounts. Industry has a big use for making vehicles parts. Electronic devices are mostly made of alumina which is the perfect metal for nano-development. Defected parts can be easily recycled to new shapes. Packaging of liquid form eating materials are made with it. House hold item like dishes and other items are also made of it. If you like to be familiar with production capacities in the world, you will surely appreciate our list of countries that produce the most alcohol in the world as well.
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7 Worst Fonts to Avoid on Your Resume

With so many applicants clamoring for jobs, it’s tempting to want to do something to stand out from the crowd: a creative cover letter, a recommendation from an influential friend, maybe even a retweet or mention in social media. But the one place you should avoid exotic creativity is in your resume font. “You want to stick with fonts that are legible, neutral and easy to read,” says Amanda Augustine, career expert at Top Resume. “Recruiters are scanning resumes for 6 seconds, and if they can’t get past an unprofessional font, your resume may get overlooked.” Before you make the unfortunate choice of a passé or obnoxious font, here’s a list of the worst fonts to avoid on your resume prepared by Insidermonkey experts.

Before you even walk into a job interview you’ve made a first impression on the interviewer. How? Through your resume. According to a study conducted by a job search site, recruiters spend only about six seconds scanning a resume. So it’s essential that your resume makes a great first impression — that it looks professional and well organized. How do you do that? You start by using a resume font people can actually read, then you design a resume that stands out from the rest. You can check our list of the 7 best fonts to use on your resume.
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8 Countries that Produce the Most Cocoa Beans in the World

The cocoa tree is a native of the Amazon basin and other tropical areas of South and Central America, where wild varieties still grow in the forests, but the cocoa growing area has extended to the Caribbean and beyond. Different types of cocoa are selected for cultivation in the various growing areas. In Australia, Cad-bury uses high quality cocoa beans sourced from Ghana in West Africa and Asia. Most of the world's cocoa is grown in a narrow belt 10 degrees either side of the Equator because cocoa trees grow well in humid tropical climates with regular rains and a short dry season. The trees need even temperatures between 21-23 degrees Celsius, with a fairly constant rainfall of 1000-2500mm per year. Many countries now grow cocoa. Check Insidermonkey experts view about the countries that produce the most cocoa beans in the world.

There are 5-6 million cocoa farmers worldwide. 40-50 million people depend upon cocoa for their livelihood. About 90%-95% of all cocoa is produced by smallholder farmers. The typical size of a smallholder farm is about three hectares, with a very large proportion of the farms in the size group of two to five hectares. As of the year 2009, the current global market value of the annual cocoa crop was $5.1 billion (US dollars). As of Feb 2010, the price of cocoa was $3,325.60 per tonne (USD). Cocoa is the main ingredient used to make chocolate. To make 1 kg (2.2 pounds) of chocolate, about 300 to 600 cocoa beans are processed, depending on the desired cocoa content. Cocoa beans are also used to make soaps, and cosmetics. You can also consider reading the most advanced countries in agriculture.
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7 Best Fonts to Use on Your Resume

Recruiters take six seconds to decide whether or not to toss your resume, so the right font makes a big difference. Your resume communicates your skills, assets and hire-ability. So if a recruiter can’t read it, or is put off by a funky font, you won’t even get a second look. “The most important thing is that your font is scan able, easy to read,” says Amanda Augustine, career advice expert for Top Resume. “Because so many recruiters are reading resumes on-the-go, you’d also be smart to chose a font that’s easy to read on a mobile device, which means a sans serif font like Arial, Tahoma or Calibri.” With so much being made of “personal brand,” it’s natural to want to stand out or make a statement. Augustine says you can still have some style, as long as you stay with one of these 7 best fonts to use on your resume, ranked by Insidermonkey experts.

Times New Roman might cost you your next job. While resume font choice may seem trivial, experts say it’s actually pretty important. A bad font can take the focus off the accomplishments you’ve listed. “A reader may not arrive at the content if your font if too distracting,” Samantha Howie, senior human resources recruiter at the New York-based Maximum Management Corp., told the Huffing-ton Post. “The key is that we can read it with ease.”  But don’t forget that the content of the resume is even more important, which is why we advise you to take a look at the top 15 best words to use in your resume.
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10 Top Ranked Construction Companies in the US

Lists like these appear all of the time, usually with little variation in the companies that make the cut. Construction Dive, using the ENR top 400 Contractors list, has taken a more comprehensive look into the top ten 2013 revenue makers in the commercial construction sector in the hopes of making this top ten list more interesting. Get to know the companies behind 2013's biggest numbers by taking a look at some high profile projects and interesting company facts in addition to the revenue numbers that made these companies industry leaders. Check the list by Insidermonkey experts on top ranked construction companies in the US.

In our previous list 10 biggest construction companies in the US, we ranked firms by their physical presence, revenue, and accomplished projects. Today’s list of top ranked construction companies in the US is based on slightly different criteria. A year on from the confirmation of a sustained growth trend for US construction activity, the mood has turned from rampant optimism to deep concern at the profitability of contractors. Recent months have seen a steady flow of bad news from the industry’s major players. Several major businesses have issued profit warnings, some have announced eye-watering losses and – worst of all – a handful of significant businesses have collapsed.
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10 Most Expensive Cities To Live in Germany

Germany is not the most expensive country – consecutively studying in Germany is more affordable and convenient. Besides, it overflows culturally, historically, of beautiful nature, extracurricular activities, top universities and lecturers providing exceptionally useful skills and knowledge. A list made by Insidermonkey experts about the 10 most expensive cities to live in Germany. The list has been extracted from the data from numbeo.com and the ranking is based on renting and utilities’ prices as the major factors to determine expenses! Referring to the determining factor: the simple reason why rent is the basis is that there are many discounts for students as far as tickets for entertainment and recreational events, clothing, food, health insurance and others.

Nonetheless, in the most sought-after cities in Germany rent is rising as a proportion of income, leaving people with less money to enjoy the things that brought them to the town in the first place. Mind you for those who have chosen to leave London to live in Germany's capital there will be comfort to know that while in the British capital they were paying an average of 72 percent of their salary in rent, in Berlin that proportion is still far, far lower. You can also see in our article on most expensive cities to live in France.
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8 Countries that Produce the Most Alcohol in the World

For most people, beer, liquor and wine is only thought of from a geographical standpoint based on how far the bottle/glass is away from one’s lips. However, the reason we prefer certain spirits or brands of alcohol is a direct reflection of where they are produced – and the various regional peccadilloes that occur in nature – in addition to the artisans themselves who are tasked with getting the world inebriated. While Kentucky’s famed “Bourbon Trail” comes to mind – along with other notable alcohol producing regions like Guadalajara and Jalisco for tequila and Burgundy for pinot noir and chardonnay – there are a several alcohol-producing countries that are surprising for a number of reasons. Check the list made by Insidermonkey expert about the countries that produce the most alcohol in the world.

 A cold brew on a hot day, a hearty stout on a windy winter night, ale with lunch, lager with dinner, a kegger with friends - it's no wonder this versatile drink is the most commonly-consumed alcoholic beverage in the world. With a history thousands of years in the making, and an established place in culture and cuisine worldwide, it means a lot of effort and care goes into the brewing of the beverage. According to the 2013 Kirin Beer University Report, production has been growing steadily for the past 29 years, with the world generating nearly 193 million kiloliters of the refreshing stuff in 2013 alone - that's 212 Olympic swimming pools full of beer every day. If you would like to know more top producing countries in the world, check out our list of countries that produce the most apples in the world.
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11 Worst Countries for Credit Card Fraud

With news of compromised credit cards and data breaches often in the headlines, many people are concerned about fraud – and with good reason. Payment industry newsletter the Nilson Report recently reported that fraud losses incurred by banks and merchants on all credit, debit, and prepaid cards was more than $16 billion last year, with the United States accounting for 48.2% of the total. Experts say the problem is only going to get worse – worldwide losses for credit card fraud are expected to more than double by 2020, reaching $35.54 billion. Although millions of Americans have been the victims of credit card fraud, the United States isn’t the only country where fraudsters are operating. Problems occur in all countries where credit and debit cards are used, but they seem to happen more frequently in certain nations. According to a survey of more than 6,000 people in 20 countries by Aite Group and ACI Worldwide, these are the 11 worst countries for credit card fraud.

ACI Worldwide, the Universal Payments (UP) company, powers electronic payments for more than 5,100 organizations around the world. The quantitative market research in Q2 2016 surveyed 6,159 consumers. The study was conducted in 20 countries including regions: The Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Asia-Pacific. In 2016, Mexico is at the top of the list with 56 percent, followed by Brazil at 49 percent and U.S. at 47 percent. The U.S. is the only country to remain in the top three both years, due in part to being a laggard in the roll-out of EMV chip cards. You could also check the list of 11 Biggest Political Scandals of All Time.
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11 Worst Countries for Binge Drinking

How much alcohol is safe to drink? It is a question scientists have been trying to get to the bottom of for centuries, and now a survey exploring drinking advice around the world has found that the answer varies greatly depending on where you live. In the US, for example, three or four drinks a day (42g for women and 56g for men) is thought to be safe, but in Sweden that is well over the amount health authorities recommend: 10g for women and 20g for men. What’s more, a “standard drink” in Iceland and the UK is 8g of alcohol, compared to 20g in Austria. According to this the Insidermonkey experts made a list of 11 worst countries for binge drinking.

A charity called on ministers to introduce minimum unit pricing and to crack down on alcohol advertising. The study compared overall alcohol intake by comparing the amount of pure alcohol drunk per year. The average global intake was 6.2 liters for adults over the age of 15. In Britain, the average intake was twice as high, at 11.6 liters per adult. You might be interested in reading about these 11 worst cities for bedbug in America after reading that previous article.
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