Quote of the Day
Keep love in your heart. A life without it is like a sunless garden when the flowers are dead.
Oscar Wilde
On This Day in 1888 the first of eleven unsolved brutal murders of women committed by ‘Jack the Ripper’ occurred in the Whitechapel area of London. In 1895 began the libel trial of Oscar Wilde, which lead to his eventual imprisonment on charges of ‘gross indecency’. And in 1973 the first ever portable cell phone was made in New York.
7-Year-Old Boy Cheers Up Grieving Police Officers
After a local police officer died, one kind little boy decided to write the police station asking what he could do to help with their grief. Then he gave them a spectacular gift.
First Successful Pig Heart Transplant Lasts For 3 Days
On January 7, surgeons successfully transplanted the heart of a genetically modified pig into a human.
WARNING! Taking Aspirin to Prevent Stroke Is Dangerous
Everyone who’s older than 40 should know about these new recommendations regarding the daily use of aspirin.
Covid-19: What’s Known About the 4 New Variants
A few new strains of the novel coronavirus have been detected. Here's a breakdown of these new variants and their meaning, according to experts.
How the Stranded Ship in the Suez Canal Was Freed
The giant ship that blocked the Suez Canal for almost a week was finally cleared a few days ago. But how was it done? Click to find out.
Israel’s Vaccination Program Shows Promising Results
According to a new study, Covid-19 cases fell sharply among those who were vaccinated in Israel. Do these results harold the beginning of the end of the pandemic?
COVID-19 Cases Are Rising Again. How Can I Remain Calm?
Anxious over the COVID-19 cases rising again? Here’s how you can cope with the stress.
22 Old Photos That Really Make History Come Alive
Looking through these old black and white photos you can really learn a lot about history and the world. These 22 photos generates that mind-blowing spark and teaches you something new.
The Mandela Effect: When Everyone Misremembers History
The Mandela Effect is a strange phenomenon, where large amounts of people seem to remember things differently.
This Man Has Taken Refuge in an Airport for 19 Years
Meet Denis Luiz de Souza, a man who, because of unfortunate circumstances, has been living in an airport for about two decades.
These Wonderful Shots Are From Many Special Times Gone By
Nostalgia can be a beautiful thing, and these beautiful black and white images reinforce that notion. Jump back into the past with these shots.
After Reading This, You'll Want to Move to Finland!
This article takes a look at how the Finnish government makes ordinary life extremely comfortable for its citizens.
Each Of These 35 Places Represents a Worldly High or Low
When it comes to records, these countries and cities stand at the top (and bottom) of the tree.
20 Maps and Charts That Explain the World in Unique Ways
Time for some more fascinating and informative maps that show interesting aspects of our planet.
Dance Styles in the 1920 Were So Much FUN!
Enjoy this delightful clip from the movie ‘Don't Knock the Rock’, which shows some groove dance moves from the 1920s.
Who Said You Can't Train Cats?
Suki the cat is getting some agility training. If you thought cats cannot be trained, this is documented proof that notion is false. You just need to give them the right motivation, or in other words - use food...
Life Has Changed a Lot Since These Photos Were Taken
These historic photos capture the everyday experiences of the last century, reminding us how much the ordinary things in life have changed.
Can You Guess the Meaning of These 20 Common Surnames?
We kind of take surnames for granted, as they are just passed down to us. But every name has an origin and meaning, and some might surprise you.
From the Photo Albums of Very Famous People...
See how celebrities looked in their youth, in photos from their everyday life before fame.
A Look Back at How 15 Famous Inventions Started Out
Today, let’s look back at the fascinating vintage versions of modern tech that we still use.
History Lesson: How Japan Met Europe for the First Time
This video delves into the fascinating story of how the Portuguese and Japanese of the 16th century met, two distinct worlds, exploring the initial contact.
Nostalgia: 50 Beautiful Faces We'll Never Forget...
Nostalgic faces from the golden ages to the modern ages.
A Day in the Life of an Ancient Egyptian Doctor...
This video will show you what it was like to be a doctor in ancient Egypt.
Nostalgia in 4K: Fats Domino's 'Ain't That a Shame’
Experience the timeless musical magic of the legendary Fats Domino in stunning 4K resolution!
Experience the Dramatic Moments of WWII in Moving Color
This 13-episode television documentary series recounts the major events of World War II in HD color.
20 Stunning Photos That'll Bring Happiness to Your Day
without saying anything, here are 20 photos that say a thousand words.
White Rose: the Brave Student Resistance to Nazi Germany
White Rose was a secret student organization that opposed the Nazi rule, here is the story of this brave organization...
This Has to be the Most Graceful Dance Performance Ever!
A breathtaking and beautiful performance by Cheetah Platt and Erica Linz on the gound and in the air.
11 of the Most Insanely Useful Websites on the Web
Believe it or not, there are tons of sites that offer useful free stuff. Here’s a look at a few of them.
Incredible History: Looking Through 21 Fascinating Photos
Enjoy this collection of historical pictures.
Send Christmas Wishes to Your Friends This Festive Season
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. Send this video to your closest and dearest friends to let them know that you're thinking of them.
This Famous Speech is Still Amazing Today!
One of the greatest speeches ever made, for the love of freedom, the love of human beings.
Here Are 18 Facts That Are Bound to Blow Your Mind!
Here are 18 amazing facts that you won't be forgetting anytime soon!
Enter Buster Keaton: The Founding Father of Visual Comedy
Discover more about the founding father of visual cinema, Buster Keaton.
12 Freaky Photos of Olympians That Will Shock You
These surreal pictures of Olympians will make you see athletes in a different light.
Hilarious: The Best Comebacks in History!
We often think that the art of insulting is mostly born of modern times. But we'd be mistaken...
Witness How Cinema's Visual Effects Changed With Time
Witness the progression of visual effects in cinema from the Academy Awards of 1927 and moving all the way up to 2018's edition.
13 People Who Proved that Age is Nothing But a Number
If you think that celebrating your golden jubilee means you're past your prime, then these 13 people have something to teach you...
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.
I Wish They Taught Me These Math Tips at School
Bad at math? Learn how to use these quick and easy methods.
Full Documentary: The Real Story of Thanksgiving
Discover the real history behind the most popular holiday in the USA, through this fascinating documentary, courtesy of the History Channel.
The Secrets Behind 5 Famous and Beloved Magic Tricks!
Get to know the secrets behind well-known magic tricks with these 6 fascinating explanations.
8 Facts You Learned at School that Are No Longer True!
The passage of time leads things that were once accepted as facts to actually be proven as incorrect. Here are 8 supposed facts that aren’t really true.
Unveiling the Great Achievements of the Han Dynasty
In this article, we’ll explore the great achievements of the Han Dynasty, examine how they shaped the future of China
Then & Now Photos Show How the World Has Changed
Here are some of the best pictures contributed by their users. Which impressed you most?
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.,
An Unforgettable a Cappella Rendition of 'Stand By Me'
Enjoy this unforgettable rendition of the timeless song "Stand By Me" by the Buzztones, a UK-based a cappella group.