I have to admit that while I do enjoy reading up on history, I had never heard of most of the facts below. Consequently, I found them to be especially intriguing. So, whether you're an avid historian or a bit of a novice in the subject, I'm sure that you will find the 10 facts below to be rather surprising too!
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6 Chemical Reactions that Changed the Course of History
Although we rarely pay much attention to the chemistry that constantly surrounds us, these 6 reactions changed history.
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.
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How Did We Invent the Dollar? Learn Its Meandering History
In this video, we will learn a short history of the U.S. Dollar.
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!
7 Mind Blowing Science Facts School Left Out
Put on your learning caps! We rounded up 7 surprising scientific facts you probably didn't learn at school.
Step by Step: Learn 36 Interesting Facts About Walking
What are the benefits of speed walking and how long would it take to walk around the planet? Learn this and much more now!
Hark Back to Meiji-Era Japan With These Stunning Pictures
The Meiji Era was a time of great change for Japan, transforming from a feudal state into a capitalist, imperialist one. Take a look at these stunning pictures.
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?
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Meet Lydian Nadhaswaram – The Piano Prodigy of India
Watch child prodigy Lydian Nadhaswaram switch between several famous movie score montages on the piano.
Who Are the Most Ancient People in Each Continent?
This article looks at the most ancient of people and ethnicities in each continent excluding Antarctica. From DNA and prehistoric remnants.
From Beans to Bar: How Chocolate is Made from Scratch...
Ever wondered how chocolate was made from beans to bar? Well, this collection of photographs will reveal all.
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Let a Violin Rockstar Brighten Your Day
Professional violin player Ji-Hae's mission to bring beautiful music to everyone.
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Helping a Mother Pay for Groceries - Lovely!
An Experiment Shows People Have a Heart
Do You Know About the Mysteries of These Famous Icons?
What do you know about these intriguing works of art? Discover their mysteries here.
11 English Words You Didn't Know Were Actually Spanish!
Learn about the Spanish etymology of 11 words in American English (and a bonus at the end!)
10 Richest People From History You Should Know About
A look at 10 of the richest people that lived in history. From emperor Mansa Musa to Muammar Gaddafi, it presents the insane sums these people had.
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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.
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.
A Dying Father's Heart Moving Gesture...
A beautiful and touching gesture by a dying father.
The US Is Home to 6 Extremely Valuable Hidden Treasures
Yes, hidden treasures truly exist. And they might be closer than you though - these 6 lost treasures are believed to be somewhere in the US...
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This Is One of The Most Beautiful Duets I've Ever Heard
Watch this mesmerizing duet from 1981 featuring Donovan and Crystal Gayle. This live performance is their rendition of the classic 60s song ‘Catch the Wind’
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.
8 Honest-to-God Facts that Are Just too Weird to Believe
A list of bizarre yet true facts
12 Genius Ancient Chinese Inventions We Use to This Today
In this article, we'll focus on 12 surprising everyday items we all use that got their start many centuries ago in Ancient China...
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Who Knew You Can Create Illusions Using Water?
Have you have ever seen optical illusions with water? This video will blow your mind.
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An In-Depth Look Into Who Princess Diana Truly Was...
A remarkable feature-length documentary that reveals a side of Diana we have never seen before.
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Hallelujah! Watch Leonard Cohen Perform His Popular Song
Watch Leonard Cohen spellbind a London crowd with his magical rendition of the "Hallelujah" song.
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The Art Dealer Who Had to Prove His Paintings Are...Fake?
Learn about one of the strangest trials in history, that of the Dutch art forger Han van Meegeren and his dubious relations with the Nazis
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.
Famous Moments in History that Never Happened
Chances are you've accepted these nine occurrences as historical fact. But, they are actually, completely false.
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Wow! It's Amazing What This Man Can Do On a Bike!
In this video, Danny MacAskill explores the rural landscape around Edinburgh on his trusty mountain bike. Check out some of the amazing tricks in this video.
Did You Know You Have 9 Different Types of Intelligence?
We think of intelligence as something linear, one man is better than another etc. Yet according to this theory we are all unique and share 9 intelligences.
These Full-Color WWII Training Photos Are Most Striking!
An Office of War Information photographer named Alfred Palmer visited Fort Knox in 1942. These are the incredible full-color images that he left to the world.
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WATCH: A 1960s Classic Reimagined By Iconic Performers
Must Watch! Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne, Steve Winwood and Prince perform a George Harrison classic!
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Did You Know That Loofah Sponges Are Made of Cucumbers?
Many people are convinced that loofah sponges are made of sea animals, but this couldn't be further from the truth. Loofahs are actually grown on a farm!
18 of the Most Incredibly-Timed Photos You'll Ever See
These photos will leave you in awe of their timing. The visual impact they have is staggering. Take a look at these 18 images.
Frazil, Haboob & Other Weather Words Your Didn't Know
You might have heard a few of these meteorological terms before, but you probably don’t know what they mean.
Exercise Tiger: The Tragedy that Saved D-Day During WWII
The story of Exercise Tiger, a tragic rehearsal for D-Day that cost hundreds of lives and taught lessons in blood.
These Photos Prove How Weird Our World Has Always Been
These strange yet intriguing photos depict what our world has gone through in its history.
These Mysterious Cases of Exorcism Are Infamous...
History is full of demon possession and ecorcism stories, which will make your spine crawl. Here are three such mysterious cases.
11 Clever Contronyms - Same Word, Opposite Meanings
Have you ever heard of contronyms? Here’s a hint - these are words that contradict themselves.
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An Electrifying Piano Performance… at an Airport!
Watch pianist Evgeny Khmara wow passengers at at airport in Malta with an electrifying performance.
12 Practical Infographics You’ll Want to Save For Later
You’ll surely enjoy this collection of charts. It’s a treasure trove of knowledge about our health, nature, and human society.
7 Guns that Changed History
This article explores famous firearms’ backstories, the events they were part of, and the legacies they left behind.
These Vintage Photos are Both Funny & Bizarre!
Check out these 15 weird sights from the past, which you certainly won't see nowadays!
Fascinating History: Conspiracy of Lincoln's Assassination
These haunting portraits of men awaiting trial or execution after being accused of assassinating President Abraham Lincoln will move you. take a look.
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.
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