You are a phenomenal being, and you deserve to know what makes you so. While part of this reason is that you're actually made up of bizarre phenomena that are simply unexplainable, your body works in a way that is truly fascinating and incomprehensible. And this is just as true for the diverse world that surrounds us. So, if you're curious to know why you're so amazing, I challenge you to try wrapping your head around the following 9 cool facts and prepare to be baffled!
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Behold the Darkest Car on Earth: the Vantablack BMW
The new BMW X6 model launching in 2020 is pretty special, as it is completely covered in vantablack, the darkest material on the planet...
These Sleep Secrets Are Only Known to a Few...
What are the things that will help make your sleep better?
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Nature Video: The Most Fascinating Facts About Owls
This video looks at the biology, behavior, and myths surrounding owls, separating folklore from fact and explaining why these birds dominate the night.
Learn All About the Crazy Life of Nietzche in This Video
Friedrich Nietzsche had a rather unusual life, and here are 5 of the maddest things that we know about him.
This Video Will Give You 10 Great Reasons to Smile
Smiling actually makes us feel better, even if it's not entirely genuine. Here are 10 fascinating facts about smiling.
14 Incredible Facts We Bet You Never Knew!
Truth is often stranger than fiction, and these 14 mind-blowing facts prove it.
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Franca Viola: The Woman Who Had the Courage to Say "No"
The inspiring story of an Italian woman who, in the 1960s, had the courage to stand up to tradition and say no.
6 Ancient Kingdoms You Were Never Taught About
You've probably never heard about these fascinating ancient kingdoms.
Six Incredible Stories of People Who Survived the Titanic
On the tragic night of the Titanic, there were some who managed to survive. Here are six 'lived to tell' inspiring stories.
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 Stunning Photos That'll Bring Happiness to Your Day
without saying anything, here are 20 photos that say a thousand words.
Step Back In Time: A Glimpse Into '50s and '60s New York
New York City was a vastly different places in the 1950s and 60s. These black and white photos by Vivian Maier captured it perfectly.
What a Mesmerizingly Beautiful Blooming Flowers Timelapse!
It took one photographer 9 months to record the images for this mesmerizing timelapse film. Watch flowers bloom like never before.
Spooky! Science Can't Explain These 8 Phenomena
Here are some of the most common inexplicable phenomena - from ghosts to man-like beasts, to unexplained feats of the mind itself.
The English Language Desperately Needs These German Words!
Take a look at these 21 incredibly powerful words that the English language desperately needs to adopt.
Astonishing! These WWII Soldiers Survived Against the Odds
These World War II soldiers all suffered terrible ordeals, but they managed to survive against all odds. Here are 6 incredible survival stories from World War II.
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This is What Happened to the Man Who Didn't Salute Hitler!
Nearly eight decades have passed since a camera captured the moment a man refused to give Hitler a Nazi salute. Here's what happened to him.
15 Enchanting Tree Houses That You Would Love to Stay In
In this collection of pictures, we've featured some of the best and most charming treehouses from around the world.
Discover How This Board Game Saved Thousands During WWII
Find out how a simple board game helped around 20,000 British prisoners escape from German camps during World War II.
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.
See the World of Native Americans at the Turn of the 1900s
During the early 20th Century, photographer Edward Curtis extensively documented Native Americans and their way of life. See his beautiful portraits.
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This Fascinating Video Explores the Origins of Mankind
This video will explain exactly what our prehistoric ancestors used to get up to. Fascinating!
16 Cool Specialized Tools You Didn’t Even Know Existed
Let’s take a look at some unusual yet helpful tools that are designed for oddly specific purposes.
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It Took This Man a Year to Replicate Coca-Cola's Secrets
What if one person could crack one of the world's most guarded secrets using pure science?
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Welcome to Professional Santa Claus School!
Peek into the classrooms of the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School in Midland, Michigan. This is where they make Santas!
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Take a 4K, Vivid Walk Through the Streets of 1911 New York
Watching this 110 year old restored video if New York actually feels like a glimpse to a time long gone.
When This 90-Year-Old Got Cancer She Did Something Amazing
90-year-old Norma wasn't interested in conventional treatment when she got cancer, instead she hit the open road for the time of her life.
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Of the Transformative Power of Classical Music...
A fascinating TED talk by Benjamin Zander.
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This Animal Video is Sure to Turn a Smile Into a Grin!
Get ready to wear a big smile and a giggle, this video will make your day!
Video Collection: Learn Something New Today!
It's never too late to learn something new, so give these 16 educational videos a watch and see what you can learn today!
Watch These Old Historical Photos Come Magically to Life
Russian animator Alexey Zakharov has managed to achieve something amazing: he animates old photos and turns them into film. You've got to see this.
10 Admirable Female Warriors Everyone Should Know About
The stories of these warrior women are worth remembering, as their achievements were as admirable as those of Alexander the Great or Napoleon
Conspiracy Theories - A Few Fascinating Things to Consider
Conspiracy theories are easy to dismiss, but they are a normal and interesting part of human psychology. Learn 6 facts on conspiracy theories here.
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The Terrible and Unexpected Results of Prohibition
Delve into a fascinating chapter in American history with this video, which explains why prohibition failed and shouldn't be attempted ever again
10 Times You’ve Quoted Shakespeare Without Realizing It...
William Shakespeare had a huge impact on modern English, so much so that most of us are quoting the great bard every day without even realizing it!
These Slang Words Are Sure to Tickle Your Funny Bone
We’ve collected 11 silly-sounding slang words starting from Victorian times all the way to the present day so that all of us could have a good laugh!
20 Age-Old Objects of Great Historical and Artistic Beauty
These 20 age-old artifacts have survived through the ages, and they’re here to tell the stories of their owners and creators.
The Great Mothers of History: 12 Famous Mothers!
History is laden with truly heroic moms, but we've gone to the trouble of picking 12 of the most heroic of all for you. Here are 12 of the best moms in history.
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Helping a Mother Pay for Groceries - Lovely!
An Experiment Shows People Have a Heart
The Incredible Story of a Boy Surviving 49 Days at Sea!
This Indonesian teenager managed to survive almost 50 days at sea while adrift in a floating wooden hut. Learn all about his amazing story here.
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Baby Ducks Make for Poor Students!
Poor Little Duckling Trying to Stay Awake...
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Full Documentary: The Fascinating History of the Dark Ages
Watch this fascinating documentary that sheds some great insight into how Rome fell, and what the Dark Ages actually consisted of.
You Will Love This Collection of Rare Historical Photos
This amazing collection of vintage photographs will give you a unique glimpse of the past.
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.
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How Many of These Old Slang Words Do You Know?
A list of 83 vintage slang words we should bring back
20 Astounding Things Changed Forever By Time
Here are 20 photos of astounding things that were changed forever by time.
When an Ancient Egyptian Tomb Was Opened, This Was Inside
Finding Tutankhamun's tomb was one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in history. These recolored photos capture those incredible days.
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