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.

How About Learning Some Fun SLANG From Colonial Times?

Here are 14 fascinating words from Colonial times that sadly didn’t survive until the present days, but we certainly think they’re worth bringing back!

12 Mind-Blowing History Facts You Never Knew Were True!

These historical facts may not sound particularly likely, but trust us, they're really true!

The Surprising Origin of 5 Everyday Practices and Items

We all know the Ancient Greeks gave us democracy but what about birthday cakes? These are 5 everyday things you didn't know originated in Ancient Greece.

These Regulations Should be Adopted by Every Country!

There are weird laws in different parts of the world, but some of them are so amazingly beneficial, they should be put into use everywhere.

Do You Know The Origins of These Common Phrases?

There are many phrases that we use in English that we never give a second thought to. Here are 9 common phrases with rather sinister origins.

These Optical Illusions Will Leave Your Brain Befuddled

The optical illusions you're about to see are all completely static. In spite of that, they all appear to be moving. Can you figure out what's going on?

Don’t Fall For These Popular Food Safety Myths

There are a lot of misconceptions about food safety. Here are some common ones you shouldn’t believe.

How Much Influence Do Secret Societies Have? Find Out Here

Learn all about six of the most famous secret societies that seem to have quite a degree of influence even today.

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.

Can You Believe These Words Didn’t Exist Before the 1970s?

When a new words spreads it seems it's been around forever. But in reality, many of the words we use everyday are quite new. These didn't exist before the 1970s.

The Mandela Effect: How Collective False Memories Occur

When masses of people share false memory that didn't actually occur, it's called the Mandela Effect. Learn more about this heavily debated topic.

8 Mysterious Objects Found By Deep Sea Divers

The oceans are vast and mysterious, and they hide many strange and curious lost objects. Here are 8 such items, unearthed by deep-sea divers.

14 Fascinating Museum Treasures That Stole the Show

These 14 museum finds are truly impressive.

18 Redundant Phrases That We All Keep Using Unknowingly

Here are 18 redundant phrases you might be using without realizing it.

The Amber Room Is The World’s Greatest Lost Treasure

The whereabouts of the Amber Room is one of the biggest mysteries haunting the world since the end of World War II...

The Fascinating Histories of 7 Towns That No Longer Exist

These 7 largely-forgotten towns have been abandoned for years. These are their fascinating stories.

10 Surprising Facts About the Food in Your Kitchen

Did you know that ordinary foods like carrots, jelly beans, sandwiches, and broccoli have a fascinating story to tell?

Do You Know What All These Acronyms Stand For?

There are many famous acronyms around, but do you know what they stand for? Here are 21 acronyms you've always wondered about.

These Women Were the First EVER Supermodels in History

Modeling looks like an obvious career path to us now, but it wasn't always so. Who were the first-ever supermodels who paved the way for stars like Cindy Crawford?

These Quotes Are Often Misused or Misunderstood By People

There are many famous quotes that get used continuously by people around the world, but that doesn't necessarily mean that they're being used properly.

Hilarious: When Words Sound Alike But Mean Different...

Homophones are words that sound exactly the same, but aren't spelled the same and mean something different. Here are 15 that are the wordiest of words.

12 Beautiful Facts About the Charming Act of Kissing

Such interesting facts about the act of kissing...

Get Lost in These 15 Surreal Optical Illusions!

After looking at these weird optical illusions you might never trust your eyes again.

In the 1800s, They Thought We'd Be Living Like This Today?

The European artists who created the postcards below were asked to predict what life would be like in 2000.