These Everyday Optical Illusions Are Truly Mesmerizing!

Optical illusions can be found all around us, as these 15 photos well and truly prove.

20 Stunning Photos That'll Bring Happiness to Your Day

without saying anything, here are 20 photos that say a thousand words.

The Surprising Link Between English and Sanskrit

Sanskrit is an ancient Indian language, but most people don't know that this archaic language and English have a common ancestor

5 Historical Battles that Have Quite the Story to Tell

Read all about five of the most historically important battles to have ever graced this earth, many of which were fought and won by the underdogs.

The Real Bonnie and Clyde: 7 Facts About the Outlaw Couple

Media depicts them as glamourous, fearless outlaws. But what was behind the myth of Bonnie and Clyde? These 7 lesser-known facts tell their story.

Improve Your Critical Thinking Skills with These Great Tips

If you want to improve your critical thinking skills then you should take a look at these fantastic tips.

14 Obsolete English Terms We Wish Were Brought Back!

Over the centuries, so many eloquent and useful English words fell out of use. We wish these 14 clever (but sadly obsolete) terms were used more often.

This Family Moved to the Arctic Circle to Live in a Dome

This Norwegian family is incredibly bold - its members chose to move to the Arctic Circle to live there permanently. Their home is also sustainable. Take a look

12 Beautiful Plants That Will Transform Your Windows

Brighten your home with these gorgeous window plants.

10 World War I Inventions We Still Use Every Day

From trench coats, to pilates and blood banks, all of these 10 things we think of as very modern were actually conceived during WWI.

INTERACTIVE: Click on the Old Photos to Bring Them Alive

Although we imagine the world prior the 1950s in terms of black and white, new colorization techniques have changed everything. Enjoy this interactive post.

What is the Trait Many Creative People Have in Common?

Turns out the 'mad genius' trope is rooted in truth. Studies show that the feeling of ‘not belonging’ is indeed linked to creativity levels.

20 Things Most People Think Are the Same, But Aren't!

These words are often mistaken for synonyms, but in reality they are nothing of the sort, because they refer to different things. Learn about 20 of them.,

11 English Words You Didn't Know Were Actually Spanish!

Learn about the Spanish etymology of 11 words in American English (and a bonus at the end!)

10 Battles in History Most People Don't Know About

The world would have been very different had it not been for these battles.

Panama Canal: Engineering Miracle with a Shocking History

You may not know it but the Panama Canal is one of the 20th century's greatest achievements. When you read its incredible history you will understand why.

Facts from History You’ve Likely Never Heard Before

If you’re someone who loves uncovering the lesser-known corners of the past, you’ll find something special here.

6 Facts You May Have Not Known About King Charles

Did you ever know Prince Charles also dabbles in art? And what about his musical skills? Let's get those royal facts.

10 Ancient Artifacts That You Won't See In History Books

Some human creations have survive for centuries and tell fascinating stories. Let's take a look at a few little-known ones.

12 Unusual Ancient Currencies You Probably Never Hear Of!

With no credit cards and cash around, what did the people of the past use to buy things? It turns out that the list of objects used as ancient currencies is quite surprising!

9 Surprising Sleeping Habits From Around the World

Sleep looks different in different parts of the world. Here are 9 surprising sleeping habits from different countries, some of which you might want to adopt.

These Photos Prove: Time & Angle Make All the Difference!

These fascinating comparison photos highlight what a huge difference time angle can make!

Where Did These Common Sayings Come From? Fascinating!

You're probably aware of these common sayings, but where did they originate from? Fascinating!

With Epitaphs Like These, How Can They Ever Be Forgotten?

Check out this collection of 15 different epitaphs, ranging from emotional ones to highly humorous ones.

21 Incredible Items Unearthed by Metal Detectors

Metal detecting is a surprisingly popular hobby. Here are some of the coolest and most valuable items found by amateur metal detector hobbyists.

Memoirs That’ll Change Your Life: Must-Reads for Everyone

These powerful memoirs are must-reads for everyone.

Boost Your Knowledge & Confidence with These Facts

These 20 facts will help boost your knowledge.

Did You Know These Vintage Items Might Be Worth Something?

Did you know that there are certain items in your home that might just be worth something? Take a look at these 12 vintage items that may be valuable.

10 Incredible Autobiographies We Should All Be Reading...

These autobiographies are absolute must-reads for you to enjoy. They are written by some of the world' most famous people, so you should definitely have a read.

10 of the OLDEST Perfumes in the World

Here's a list of 10 perfumes on the scale from vintage to antique you can still buy today WITHOUT breaking the bank!