Your Voice is as Unique As Your Fingerprints
This fascinating video explains how this unique characteristic of humans works, and what makes our voices unique.
Why Your Consumer Brand Loyalty Can Backfire
It happens to all the consumer goods you can imagine...
Meet the People Who Make Hiking Trails Happen.
Ever gone hiking and started to wonder, "How did this trail get here?" Well, here's the answer for ya...
Scary But So Fun: The Evolution of Roller Coaster Loops
If you’ve ever rode a roller coaster with a loop, you may have noticed that it's never fully circular. Ever wonder why?
The Evolution of Ski Jumping
If you follow the Winter Olympics, you may have noticed that the position of ski jumpers as they're mid-air changed quite a bit. Why the sudden change?
Are These Famous Photos of Lee Harvey Oswald Fake?
The authenticity of the infamous photo of Lee Harvey Oswald with a rifle has been analyzed and recreated for decades... Is it fake or not?
The Reason Why No One Ever Smiles In Old Photographs
Discover the real cultural and technological reasons behind the serious faces in old portrait photographs.
How Do Olympic Divers Make SUCH Small Splashes?
How do Olympic divers manage to make the tiniest possible splash? Team USA's head diving coach explains the inner workings of the sport.
Why Is the “Wolf Turn” Such a Big Deal In Gymnastics?
The 'wolf turn' is a gymnastics move highly valued by Olympic judges and notoriously difficult to do...
This Race Is One of the TOUGHEST In the Olympics
The record for the 400-meter hurdles race was broken in 2021, for the first time after 25 years. Here's why this race is among the toughest in the Olympics.
Why Do New COVID-19 Variants Keep Showing Up?
New and increasingly dangerous and infectious versions of COVID-19 keep showing up around the world. Is there any way to stop the vicious cycle?
What a Vaccine’s “Efficacy Rate” Actually Means
Does having higher efficacy rates make a vaccine better? According to health experts these numbers are actually the wrong way to compare vaccines.
Did You Know That The Height of Mt. Everest Is Changing?
What is the precise height of Mount Everest? The answer depends on who and when you ask...
The Innovation That Helped the Allies Win World War II
In world War II Donald Bailey came up with an innovation that allowed the allies' tanks to cross bodies of water, and consequently win the war...
Vaccinations SHOULD Trigger Side Effects, Here’s Why
Once you watch this video and understand why vaccine side effects happen, you may even be happy to get that headache.
Hypnotism: Science or Forgery?
His contemporaries called him a charlatan, but in the late 1880s, Dr. Anton Mesmer was onto something we now know as hypnotism.
The Secret Behind Napoleon Bonaparte’s Signature Pose
You may have noticed that Napoleon Bonaparte is always depicted in the same pose - tucking one hand in his shirt. But why?
From Playground to a Professional Sport: Evolution of Tag
Those who were good at tag as children might want to know that the beloved playground game is now a professional sport
Are Sweet Potatoes and Yams the Same Vegetable?
Sweet potatoes are also commonly called yams, so many people assume that the two are the same vegetable... but is it really true or are they different?
Was The First Famous War Photo in History Staged?
“The Valley of the Shadow of Death” is the first famous war photo in history, but journalists started questioning its genuineness. Was this famous photo staged?
This Cool Technology is the Future of Filmmaking
The world of CGI is moving at an insanely fast pace, and the famous green screen itself may soon be replaced by a novel technology called the volume.
If a Kid Could Paint It, Why Is It in a Museum?
Some art is so minimalistic it's hard to understand why it's in a museum. Some of them are just... a white canvas. it turns out there is more that meets the eye
These Gigantic Ships Make World Trade Possible
The largest container ship in the world is the size of 4 football fields! Learn about these colossally enormous boats and their impact on the economy.
Has Anyone Ever Truly Seen a Ghost?
If ghosts don't exist, how come some people swear they have seen one?
Fun History: How Pink Became the ‘Official’ Girls’ Color
It seems like a natural law of the world at this point, but actually, pink wasn’t always associated with girls. This video explains how the phenomenon began.
Could Coffee Soon Become Obsolete?
Scientists estimate that by 2050, the amount of land that can accomodate coffee farming may shrink by 50 percent! Why does it happen and can we stop it?
The Morally Murky Way to Speed Up Covid-19 Vaccine Process
Some scientists are proposing a controversial plan that could get us the coveted covid-19 vaccine faster. How does it work and what are the reprecussions?
The British Museum and Treasures That Don’t Belong There
There is a great deal of controversy surrounding some of the possessions of the British Museum that were imported from other countries...
Epidemiologist Assesses COVID-19 Risk of Varied Activities
In this informative video, an infectious disease expert explains which activities are the most and least dangerous in terms of COVID-19 risks
What Are Google’s Featured Answers and Why You Should Care
This video explains the Google feature called Rich Answers, and why it can sometimes mislead you completely
How to Lower Your Risks of COVID-19 When You’re Outdoors
Follow these tips and gain a deeper understanding of COVID-19 contagion both indoors and outdoors in this informative video.
The Real Story Behind the Most Famous War Poster
The famous 'We Can Do It!' poster is one of the cultural symbols of World War II, but not many know the story behind it...
How Dr. Fauci Became the Face of the Coronavirus Response
He is the dace of the US response to the coronavirus pandemic. But what was the earlier crisis that shaped Dr. Anthony Fauci's career?
Does ‘Buy One Get One Free’ Actually Make You Spend More
Find out why 'buy one get one free' isn’t actually such a big discount, and what to consider before buying more than you originally planned to.
How To Read a Coronavirus Case Chart Correctly
Many news outlets use charts to showcase the pandemic situation in different countries. This is how to read them correctly.
This Air Flow Demonstration Shows Why Masks Are Important
This special air flow demonstration will hopefully prove to you, even a simple cloth mask you can help prevent the spread of the coronavirus
The Way to Lose Weight May Be Different Than You Thought
Regular exercise is wonderful for your overall health, but contrary to popular belief, it is not the way to lose weight. Find out why...
Lessons From South Korea’s Response to the Coronavirus
In South Korea, people are starting to return to normal life and the curve seems to flatten. How did they do it & what can we learn from them?
The Real Reason Why the Mona Lisa is SO Famous
Why is the Mona Lisa the most famous painting in the world? What makes it special? Watch to find out the true story behind Da Vinci's masterpiece
This is How Soap Annihilates COVID-19 and Protects You
This useful visual demonstration explains the science behind hand-washing & shows how to wash your hands so that no soap residue is left behind
Why Do New Viruses Keep Emerging in China?
Both the 2019 Covid-19 virus and the 2003 SARS epidemic started in an eerily similar manner in China, but why?
How Norway Re-invented Prisons to be More Humane
Norway’s humane approach to inmates is expressed through the way the prison itself is designed. Take a look inside this unusual prison.
We Bet You Didn’t Know The Word OK’s True Meaning
It feels like one of the most natural and obvious words in our vocabulary, but it isn’t exactly so. Watch to find out OK’s interesting origins.
Taking High Doses of Vitamin C Won’t Cure or Prevent Colds
This is how a personal tip from a Nobel Prize winning chemist turned into one of the most widespread medical myths of the past few decades
Wow! These Domestic Cats Look Just Like Leopards or Tigers
Can you imagine a cat that looks like an exotic feline, like a tiger or a leopard? Imagine no more, as they already exist and here they are
Tornadoes are Awfully Common in the US, But Why?
Why are there an average of 1.200 tornadoes in the US per year and why are the majority of these tornadoes centered in one region?
Is Expensive Wine Really Better Than The Cheaper Variety?
Does price have to do anything with how tasty a bottle of wine really is? Find out in this video, we were surprised to hear the answer.
Did You Know You’re Paying for Others’ Credit Card Rewards
Did you know you're the one who pays for your own and other people's credit card rewards, even when you're paying in cash?
The Car of the Future That Became a Sad Relic of the Past
Find out about the sad and very surprising history of the time-traveling machine from the famous movie franchise "Back to the Future".
Is North Korea on the Brink of Starting Nuclear War?
North Korea's near constant nuclear tests are causing panic across the globe. So, what are the facts? Is the world in real danger of war?