The Unlikely Chance Encounters That Shaped the World

One chance meeting could change history. Check out the stories of the most world altering encounters that happened completely at random.

Let’s Learn About 7 of the Longest Words!

Did you know that the longest word to appear in literature clocks at a staggering 183 letters? Find out about more such longest words.

How We Came to Play: The Origins of Playground Games

The fun games we played in our childhood had some interesting origins.

Was This the WORST Year in Human History?

We thought 2020 was probably the worst year in human history. But wait till you read about the chaos that ensued in 536 AD.

How to Get Through Life: An Adorable Guide...

How to live life? These adorable babies have some advice for you...

16 Absolutely Unforgettable Historical Photographs

Take a peek at these unforgettable 16 photos, and see history from a brand new perspective.

Beware of Ordering These (Potentially) Fake Foods

There are certain items on a restaurant's menu that should be considered with caution, and this is because they tend to be faked. Learn more here.

WW2 Changed These Places Greatly. How Do They Look Now?

Incredible! This is how the war has changed these places.

East India: The Story of the Richest Company in History

How did the East Indian Company gain and consolidate its power and profit? All is revealed here.

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!

Collection: The Most Influential People In History

The collection before you is one that celebrates the most incredible people in history that inspire, motivate, amaze us and show us the way.

These Powerful TV Shows Helped Change the World

These television shows rewrote the rules and reshaped history.

10 Insightful Greek Proverbs You've Never Heard Of

Take a look at some common Greek proverbs that are full of wisdom.

Wow! How Did These Children Survive These Ordeals?

Children are amazingly resilient. These six children suffered terrible ordeals, but they all managed to survive against all odds.

How Good Are Your Reflexes? Try These Exercises with Kids

Here are 5 great and fun activities to test your reflexes.

22 ODD Facts You Didn’t Know—and Still Might Not Believe

This collection digs up the most peculiar truths that slipped through the cracks of common knowledge.

The Most Exciting Archaeological Discoveries of 2024

Let’s dig into the most fascinating archaeological moments of 2024.

It’s a Shame We Stopped Using These 17 Old English Words

These 17 old words are definitely missing in our modern vocabularies and deserve to be brought back into day-to-day speech

You Won’t Believe What These Old Buildings Once Were

Check out these cool pictures of some old buildings that have now been completely transformed.

Vintage Photos: 17 Classic Snaps from the Good Old Days

Get a glimpse of the past with these fascinating vintage pictures.

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!

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!

14 Senior Graduates Prove It’s Never Too Late To Learn

Here are 14 inspiring examples of people who pursued education and knowledge in their senior years.

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.