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It’s Time for Some More Spine Chilling Facts

If you’re in the mood to learn some baffling and spine-chilling things about the world we live in, you’re in luck. Take a look at these 12 scary but fascinating facts.

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.

The Fascinating Origins of 11 Lovely Flower Names

There is no better time than spring to dive headfirst into the fascinating world of flower name etymologies! Here are the origins of the names of 11 lovely flowers.

Brighten Up a Dark Room With These 10 Houseplants

If you'd like to liven up a dark room in your house, consider buying some of the following plants. These plants don’t have beautiful flowers, but they have pretty leaves, which is more than you’d expect from plants that get little to no sunlight.

Language History: The Origins of 7 Common Phrases

Let's delve deep into history and travel all the way back to Ancient Rome to reveal the origins of 7 common food-related expressions in the English language.

7 Creepy Historical Facts You Won’t Soon Forget

These true historical facts prove reality can be more creepy and disturbing than any ghost story.

7 Facts About Ancient Humans That May Surprise You

Our ancient forefathers displayed many moments of courage and even ingenuity. Here are 7 fascinating and surprising facts about prehistoric humans.

We Bet You Didn’t Know These Surprising Facts!

The more we learn about the world, the better can we understand how marvelous, fascinating, and unexpected it is. Here are 12 surprising facts to prove it.

Expand Your Knowledge with These Intriguing Facts

They say those who keep learning stay young. So if you're a keen learner, check out these fascinating facts about history, nature, and a variety of other topics!

17 Fascinating Facts About Anything and Everything

The world never ceases to surprise us. Here are 17 fascinating facts about history, nature, recent affairs, and anything in between.

This Is Why Iceland Is a Country Like No Other

Iceland is a country full of interesting traditions and rich history - delve into this fascinating country with these 11 surprising facts!

What's Portmanteau? Surprising Etymologies of Common Words

If If you have ever said the words brunch, sitcom or spam, you have used portmanteaus. This is the fascinating origins story of many common words...

17 Poignant Photos That Are Anything But Ordinary

At first glance, you might not understand what's so special about some of these photos, but each one has a backstory that will make it unforgettable.

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.

9 ‘Current’ Words That Are Much Older Than You’d Guess

Hipster, Influencer and Dude - all these words sound so quintessentially modern, but you'd be surprised to learn how old they actually are.

7 Interventions of Mother Nature That Altered History

We tend to forget how much power nature has over us. These are 7 times extreme weather conditions completely changed the course of history.

24 Facts That Help to Show Just How Weird Nature Can Be

Here are some weird and wonderful nature facts that you can amaze your friends with.

When GH Says F: Why Does This Occur?

We're meeting up on the corner of history and linguistics to learn why GH is pronounced as F.

The History Behind Commonly Used Phrases You Never Knew

Do you know the origins of these 10 phrases?

The Great Wall of China: 8 Facts About the Iconic Landmark

The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous man-made monuments in the world. Here are 8 unbelievable facts about this iconic landmark!

15 Facts So Fascinating You’ll Have to Pass Them On!

A few interesting facts make even the most mundane topic fascinating. Check out these 15 facts across many different topics.

Wow! This Made Me Want to Visit Japan

If Japan isn't on your travel list yet, it surely will be once you learn these cool facts!

7 Mind-Blowing Facts About Rome’s Pantheon

Besides being an impressive building, the Pantheon holds centuries' worth of history. Here are 7 fascinating facts about the iconic Roman structure.

Our World is a Place of Wonder & Curiosity - 18 Photos

These photos have one common thread running through them - each one depicts poignant and fascinating moments that you wouldn’t want to miss!

5 Strange Lesser Known Stories About the British Monarchy

Some of these lesser-known rumors about the British Royal Family are funny, some are mysterious, and some are just plain odd...

Get Ready For Some Unusually LARGE Pets

If you think your cat or dog did a lot of growing since you first adopted them, wait till you see these extra-large (and extra cute) pets!

The 12 Words of Christmas: Funny Long Lost Phrases

If you think eggnog and wassail are funny-sounding, wait till you hear the Christmas words that didn't stand the test of time

The Fascinating Histories of 8 Everyday Hand Gestures

We hardly give gestures like thumbs up or crossed fingers a second thought, but these signs have backstories and origins, and they are quite fascinating!

Is It Soda or Pop? 12 Fun and Interesting Regional Words

How are these objects called? It depends on who you ask! Every part of the US has its own fun and fascinating set of regional words

15 Intriguing Facts About the World Around Us

A whole lifetime wouldn't be enough to learn all there is to know about the world. Here are 15 fascinating facts you probably didn't know.

10 Facts Everyone Should Know About Nelson Mandela

Even the most public figures have some lesser known facts hidden in their biographies. Here are 10 facts you may not know about Nelson Mandela.

18 Images That Will Make You Gasp

These images may not exactly have a common theme to unite them, but we simply had to share them with you - each image is amazing in its own way.

12 Oddly Specific and Often Funny Terms You Didn’t Know

Did you know the space between your eyebrows has a name? Or what a tittle is? Learn these oddly specific and quite funny terms in this article.

These So-Called Facts Have Been Officially Disproved!

These beliefs we were taught as concrete facts were disproved and are no longer true!

These Rare and Riveting Pics Reveal Some Captivating Facts

The world is full of rare and unique things that we may have never seen before. Here is a look at 15 such pictures with fascinating stories.

Think You know the Grand Canyon? Check Out These 12 Facts

It’s one of the natural wonders of the world, and for good reason. Take a look at these 12 facts about the Grand Canyon you might have missed.

1950’s Slang Is a Blast! Learn 10 Essential Terms

These 10 words and phrases are the essentials of 1950’s slang, some of which we still use today...

Be Prepared! These Facts About the World Are Pretty Scary

These facts are incredibly fascinating... but they've got an element of spookiness to them too!

Learn the History Behind These Commonly Used Phrases

Do you know the origins of these 10 phrases?

These Facts Might Sound Crazy, But That is Not the Case...

Here are 20 strange facts that prove what a unique and wonderful place our planet really is.

If You Love Pandas, You'll Love These 30 Fun Facts!

Who doesn't love pandas? Here are 30 fun facts and some photographs of one of the most beloved animals to walk this earth.

Keep a Conversation Flowing With These Historical Facts

If a conversation you're having starts to stall, just throw out some of these amazing historical facts and you’ll be talking long into the night!

8 Surprising Origins of Extremely Popular Phrases

Ever wondered where some of the most common phrases come from? If so, wonder no more.

These Facts Will Change How You Think About Medieval Times

Most of us think that we know what live in medieval times was like quite well, but these 15 facts will definitely open your eyes.

Discover 18 Edible Plants That Grow in Bizarre Ways

Check out these 18 edible plants that grow in some pretty neat and unusual ways.

The Weird and Wonderful History of Perfume!

Perfume has been around for centuries and this article takes a look at its strange history.

Nature is Astounding! Here Are 11 Reasons Why.

The natural world, with all its plants, animals and landscapes, is full of wonder. It never stops being fascinating. Enjoy these 11 facts from around the world.

12 Words You Probably Didn't Know Were Acronyms

Without even realizing it, we are frequently incorporating many acronyms into our everyday lives!

This Plant's Sting Lasts YEARS After the Initial Impact

In this article, we will share six of mother nature’s plants you literally wouldn’t want to run into ever in your life.

Everything You Didn't Know About Central Park

We're sharing all the nitty-gritty about Central Park's history, some facts you almost certainly didn't know, and some vintage iconic photos of the Park.

Is It a Bird? Why, Yes It Is. Here Are Some Facts About It

There are around 10,000 species of birds. Let's see what can we learn about them- they are way more interesting than you thought.

15 Cool and Unexpected Things Found by Complete Accident

See these outstanding accidental discoveries in this photo collection!

There’s a Map for Literally EVERYTHING in the World!

These rare and unusual maps provide some unique information!

Wine Facts and Puns To Lift Your Spirits

How much do you know about wines? Kick start the weekend with some facts and puns about the drink of history

10 Sinister Facts About the World We Live In

Ready for a fresh list of blood-curdling facts?

Learn About 10 of the Most Interesting Popes in History

The papacy has been ongoing ever since the time of St. Peter, but some popes stand out as being more historically significant than others. Take a look.

14 Things We Bet You Never Knew About Chocolate!

How much do we really know about chocolate? Here are 14 things we bet you didn’t know about chocolate!

10 Quirky FACTOIDS About Music Everyone Will Love

These weird and wonderful facts about music will astound you!

How Columbus's Life Was Saved By the Moon

Celebrate Christopher Columbus day on October 11th with 5 facts you didn't know about him.

20 Jaw-Dropping Wildlife Photos That Should Be Framed

Check out some of the stunning images from the WildArt photo competition.

The Worst Earthquakes in History - a Nightmare Turned Real

On this list, we feature 9 of the most devastating and deadly earthquakes in history - in rising order according to the Richter scale.

15 Amazing Winners of the 2021 iPhone Photography Awards

Take a look at some of the best winning images from this year’s iPhone Photography Awards.

The Origins of these 10 Olympic Words is Fascinating

You use these popular sports words all the time. But do you know where they come from?

15 Hilarious Photos That Require a Second Look

Sometimes, all it takes is one perfectly timed click to take the perfect photo. Take a look at these funny and interesting examples.

Meet 10 of Australia’s Scariest Inhabitants

Here’s proof that Australia has some of the scariest creatures.

Don’t Mess With Mother Nature - 17 Photos

Nature is powerful, for better or worse. These photos show how natural events can disrupt or absolutely ruin one’s day.

These Common Literary Facts Are Completely FALSE

From Jane Austen to Hamlet, some of the most well-known 'facts' about the world's most famous authors and literature are actually wrong...

13 Cats Being Their WEIRDEST Selves

Let’s face it. There will never be enough funny photos of malfunctioning cats to satisfy us...

The Great Lakes Claimed Many Ships - Here Are 7 Of Them

The Great Lakes used to be America's busiest highways. Unfortunately, it wasn't always smooth sailing. Here are the stories of 7 shipwrecks haunting the lakes.