10 Common French Loanwords You’re Probably Mispronouncing
French loanwords that are pronounced differently or mean something else entirely in French
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Meet Jacques Bailly - the King of the Spelling Bee
Meet Jacques Bailly, the official pronouncer of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Choose a Word, and I’ll Tell You Where You’re From
Let’s do a quick test: in your mind, count the number of syllables in the word ‘caramel’, and let us reveal where you’re from. Click here to find the answer.
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.
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
Only Masters of English Know What These Old Words Mean...
How well do you think you'd do when trying to decipher the English that our great-grandparents used? Take this language quiz and find out!
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Astonishing: Can You See This Monochrome Image in Color?
This must be one of the most impressive brain tricks you will ever try!
To Fight the Heat, An Australian Town Has Gone Underground
Here is the remarkable story of how Coober Pedy came to be, and what it is like.
Coffee: There’s SO Much We Don’t Know About This Drink!
Here you'll find 11 fascinating coffee facts, many of which even the most knowledgeable coffee aficionados aren't aware of...
These Ancient Stories Were Lost to the Sands of Time
Even some of the world's greatest stories can be forgotten due to the passage of time. After much digging, we rounded up 10 of the best. Read on!
15 Latin Phrases We Use to This Day Without Even Realizing
As an English, speaker you likely know more Latin than you ever thought you did. Just look at these 15 Latin phrases and see if you know what they mean...
The Greatest Unsolved Puzzles in History
Will these great puzzles of history ever get solved?
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Weaponry in the Middle Ages Was Truly Fascinating!
Weapons in the Middle Ages were truly unusual and extraordinary. Some were so remarkable that they sound made up!
7 Historical Facts That Aren't Actually True
Here are seven well-known history facts we should have never believed.
In the 1800s, They Thought We'd Be Living Like This Today?
The European artists who created the postcards below were asked to predict what life would be like in 2000.
The USA 115 Years Ago... What Was It LIKE?
We take so much for granted in the modern world. Read through these astonishing facts and realize just how different life was in the US back in 1910.
18 Fun Facts You Likely Never Heard of Cutely Illustrated
Don't the cute exterior of these illustrations deceive you. This is a real treasure trove of fascinating facts about the world we live in
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Were You Aware of These English Language Mistakes?
Learn how to avoid some common English language mistakes by understanding some little-known truths.
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Full Documentary: Genghis Khan's Legendary Mongol Empire
Learn all about his incredible conquests of the legendary Genghis Khan this cinematic full-length documentary.
26 Vintage Celebrity Photos Filled with Undeniable Charm
Let's take a look at 26 vintage photos filled with undeniable charm.
16 Cool Specialized Tools You Didn’t Even Know Existed
Let’s take a look at some unusual yet helpful tools that are designed for oddly specific purposes.
How Companies Deceive Us All - 20 Pictures
As these 20 pictures prove, companies are constantly lying about the size and the quality of their products through deceptive packaging!
We Bet You've Never Heard of These 5 Coffee Facts Before!
5 surprising facts about our favorite morning drink. This video will amaze you.
17 Extremely Dangerous Foods That Could Kill You!
From toxic fish, to monkey brains, you'll be surprised at what some people would risk just for a taste of these dangerous "delicacies".
15 Super-Interesting Facts that Will Surprise You
These surprising historical facts will supply a meaty meal for anecdote and history lovers alike. It's so much fun to learn those small details about days gone by.
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How a Principal Inspired Students With a Dance Routine
To make his students do more exercise, a Chinese principal asked them to dance…
Can You Say These Incredibly Tough Tongue Twisters?
These tongue twisters are quite hard to pronounce. How many of these can you say without stumbling?
8 Ordinary English Words With Surprisingly Spicy Origins
The origins of all these 8 seemingly innocent words - e.g. gymnasium, avocado, and nice - are not for the faint of heart, as they're quite naughty!
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History Lesson: The Rise and Fall of the Pirate Golden Age
From the lawless ruins of Nassau, a Pirate Republic rose to challenge the might of the British Empire.
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The Red Baron, the Famous and Deadly WWI German Pilot
The story of the Red Baron, a celebrated pilot of WWI and a legendary fighter.
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.
How Many of These Extraordinary History Facts Do You Know?
We bet that you didn't learn these history facts at school.
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.
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This Famous Speech is Still Amazing Today!
One of the greatest speeches ever made, for the love of freedom, the love of human beings.
7 Guns that Changed History
This article explores famous firearms’ backstories, the events they were part of, and the legacies they left behind.
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.
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.
8 Books That Predicted the Future With Strange Accuracy
It always feels eerie when the future is predicted correctly and it turns out literature is full of such accurate forecasts. These 8 novels were particularly spot on.
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Helping a Mother Pay for Groceries - Lovely!
An Experiment Shows People Have a Heart
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Palm Oil Is the Cheapest Plant Oil on the Planet, But Why?
A major reason why palm oil is so ubiquitous is that it's so cheap. Why is there so much controversy around this oil, then, and how is it related to its cost?
These Clever Pictures Illustrate Common GRAMMAR Conundrums
The world of English grammar is a confusing place where words that mean different things may be spelled or pronounced the same... Here are 15 examples
A Nostalgic Trip to the Major Events of the 30's and 40's
Take our hand and lets go on a Quick nostalgic trip to the main events the defined the 30's and the 40's.
10 Hypoallergenic Cat Breeds for Those Allergic to Felines
If you, too, have a mild cat allergy but love felines, keep in mind that you could still own a cat, as long as it’s a specific breed.
16 Delightful Hidden Details Found in Everyday Objects
Sometimes, when taking a closer look, seemingly-ordinary objects may reveal cool little hidden details, as these photos prove.
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The Man Who Saved 669 Children
Sir Nicholas Winton organised the rescue and passage to Britain of about 669, Czechoslovakian children, mostly Jewish, destined for the Nazi death camps before World War II in an operation known as the Czech Kindertransport. This video is the BBC Pro
12 Secret Historical Facts You Never Heard
12 historical facts you may have never heard of before are presented here.
6 Ways to Be Liked According to Top FBI Secret Agent
No one knows more about how to gain friends and trust than a top FBI secret agent. Here he provides 6 amazing rules to help you be loved by all.
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