These Words Wouldn’t Exist Without These 10 Famous Authors

Learn of 10 commonly-used English words that were coined by famous authors and philosophers.

20 Nostalgic Images of Circulating Libraries

Way before Amazon, the visit of the bookmobile was one of the most exciting moments. These 20 nostalgic images capture the circulating libraries of the past.

How to Lend a Hand During Los Angeles Wildfire Crisis

Thousands of California residents have been forced to flee their homes because of the devastating LA wildfires. Here’s how to help victims.

These Archeological Finds Continue to Baffle Researchers

Some archeological discoveries that have been made simply cannot be explained away by modern researchers. Here are 15 of these baffling finds.

These Photos Will Give You Some Eye Opening Perspective

It’s hard to wrap your mind around something until you take a step back and take a look at the bigger picture. These fascinating comparison images might help.

Discover What These Famous People Had to Say

Famous people, in addition to leaving us with their contributions to the world, also left us with many great quotes. Here are 20 quotes from famous people.

Baby Names That are BANNED Around the World

These 14 names, some bizarre and some fairly ordinary, have been rejected or even outright banned in countries around the world for different reasons.

History: Why Captain Morgan Was Hailed a Hero in the UK

Read through the fascinating story of Captain Henry Morgan.

These 6 People Have an IQ Higher Than Einstein!

Einstein's name has long been used as a synonym for genius, but history is full of other tremendously intelligent people. Here are 6 noteworthy examples!

Did You Know These Interesting Facts About Colors?

A short article explaining why and how specific colors were chosen for everyday objects like cabs and police uniforms.

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.

The Medieval Disease That’s Perplexing Science to This Day

Past epidemics have turned into a hot topic recently, but there is one disease that seems to be forgotten. What is the sweating sickness and how did it originate?

The 20 Most Impressive and Random Collections People Keep

We have all heard of a stamp or comic book collection, but we bet you have never seen collections like these before.

The Mandela Effect: How Collective False Memories Occur

When masses of people share false memory that didn't actually occur, it's called the Mandela Effect. Learn more about this heavily debated topic.

10 Unmissable Historical Fiction Novels You Must Read

If you’re a fan of history, then these books have to be on your to-read list.

5 Ancient Ruins Brought to Life Again With Modern Tech

Take a look at the digital remakes of five important world heritage sites and also learn about their fascinating history.

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.

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...

13 Geniuses, Who On Some Level, May Have Been a Little Mad

These geniuses may have been smart, but they are incredibly weird too!

How Much Influence Do Secret Societies Have? Find Out Here

Learn all about six of the most famous secret societies that seem to have quite a degree of influence even today.

With Epitaphs Like These, How Can They Ever Be Forgotten?

Check out this collection of 15 different epitaphs, ranging from emotional ones to highly humorous ones.