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Fascinating Facts About The Middle Ages You Never Knew
If you thought you had read everything about the Middle Ages in school, you are mistaken. Read these interesting facts from that era.
Pangolin: If an Anteater and an Artichoke Had a Child
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Where Did The R in Mrs. Come From?
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24 Photos of Love & Kindness to Inspire Us All
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10 Mysteries that have Shocked Human History
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The Streets of Rome: 15 Illustrations of Daily Life
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These Lesser-Known History Facts Are Rather Surprising
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I Had No Idea These Brand Names Are Actually Acronyms
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These Famous Characters are Based On Real People...
Did you know that certain characters draw heavily on real-life people? Here are 10 iconic characters that were based on people that really existed.
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Ancient Technologies That Remain a Complete Mystery
Scientists may have solved the mystery of Egyptian pyramids, but there are still so many findings that are left completely unexplained
9 Times the Future Was Predicted With Surprising Accuracy!
These 9 historical events were predicted with extreme accuracy, and here is who managed to forecast them...
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.
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15 Historical Photos with a Fascinating Backstory
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The Most Beautiful Asian Royal Crowns
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12 Unique and Beautiful Words That Charm and Delight
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10 Popular “Contemporary” Words Coined by Shakespeare
Shakespeare’s impact on the language we speak is far greater than most of us realize. These surprising words are just a few of hundreds attributed to the Bard.
12 Beautiful Plants That Will Transform Your Windows
Brighten your home with these gorgeous window plants.
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A Christmas Classic Sung Beautifully by Andrea Bocelli
Celebrate the season with Andrea Bocelli’s soulful rendition of ‘Jingle Bells’.
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.
23 Unbelievable Facts That Show Our World’s Bizarre Side
These incredible facts will change how you see the world.
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You Won't Believe What This Man Builds Single Handedly
Watch as this man single handed builds a beautiful underground house, complete with pool.
The Origins of these 10 Olympic Words is Fascinating
You use these popular sports words all the time. But do you know where they come from?
8 Most Expensive Auction Items Sold in the Last Decade
This article explores the seven most expensive items sold at auction between 2015 and 2025
7 Conspiracy Stories that Turned Out to be True
These stories are shocking... and they turned out to be true!
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.
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 World Never Ceases to Amaze Us with Its Unusual Sights
This photo collection will take you on a tour through some of the most unbelievable sights around the world - something we all could enjoy these days!
The Weird and Wonderful History of Perfume!
Perfume has been around for centuries and this article takes a look at its strange history.
19 Funny Old English Phrases We Should Really Bring Back!
It's high time that these words make a comeback.
6 World Famous Figures Who Kept Their Identity a Secret
Being famous doesn't have to mean everyone knows everything about you - these 6 enigmatic figures are world-famous yet no one truly knows who they are.
21 Fascinating Things You Never Gave Much Thought To
Take a look at 21 strange things that will change the way you see the world.
Every Common Phrase Started Somehow...
The origins of these common phrases are fascinating.
These Covert US Government Operations Will Shock You
The US government has conducted many covert operations over there years. There are 10 of the most shocking ever to be exposed.
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Hitler's Olympics: The 1936 Berlin Olympic Games
When the Olympics became a Nazi showcase.
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This is What Happened to the Man Who Didn't Salute Hitler!
Nearly eight decades have passed since a camera captured the moment a man refused to give Hitler a Nazi salute. Here's what happened to him.
These Wonderful Shots Are From Many Special Times Gone By
Nostalgia can be a beautiful thing, and these beautiful black and white images reinforce that notion. Jump back into the past with these shots.
15 Illuminating Quotes to Remember When You Overthink
The next time you feel like you are slipping into an overthinking spree, remember these illuminating quotes.
The 12 Moonwalkers: The Men Who Touched The Lunar Surface
Here's a look at the only 12 men in history to have walked on the surface of the moon.
Creative Shopping Ideas You’ll Wish Were Everywhere
These stores are setting new standards for what shopping should feel like.
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