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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What Made the Merriam-Webster Dictionary Last So Long
How do new words get added do the dictionary? Watch the surprising history of the Merriam-Webster Dictionary to find out...
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Why Do Cats Like Catnip?
Are they really getting "high," or is there scientific logic behind cats' love of catnip?
10 Quirky British Slang Phrases to Add to Your Vocabulary
British English often seems like a whole different language. Learn all about 10 common and certainly fun and quirky British slang words in this article!
Funny! Isn't English the Strangest Language!?
If you thought English is a clear-cut and tidy language, you better read this.
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These Bizarre Historical Heists Almost Sound Made Up
Did you know that an entire church was once stolen brick by brick? Learn about some unbelievable historical heists here.
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Fascinating Maps of China You Really Need to See
Learn everything about China with these fascinating maps.
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It's Unbelievable What Some People Can Do With a Yo-Yo...
Wow, we had no idea it was possible to do such incredibly complex tricks with just a yo-yo! See for yourself in this video
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Why New York’s New Park On the Water Is a Miracle Of Sorts
This is Little Island, New York's incredible new floating park, that has an even more incredible story...
10 Uplifting Stories From Across the Globe
Need some good news for a change? Read these uplifting stories from around the world.
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History: The Swamp of Many Hidden Secrets
Find out the truth about the secret communities that lived in the Great Dismal Swamp in North America.
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What Made the Merriam-Webster Dictionary Last So Long
How do new words get added do the dictionary? Watch the surprising history of the Merriam-Webster Dictionary to find out...
15 Cool and Unexpected Things Found by Complete Accident
See these outstanding accidental discoveries in this photo collection!
Honey vs. Maple Syrup – Which Sweetener Should I Use?
There are plenty of key differences between honey and maple syrup than you probably realized.
Where Did Famous Tongue-Twisters Come From?
Many traditional tongue twisters have long histories full of unexpected twists and turns - not unlike the acrobatics our tongue goes through as we pronounce them.
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The Most Unbelievable Land Boom in America’s History
Miami Beach started as a swampy island, and that is just one bit of Florida's fascinating history.
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Eye-Opening Stories From Real Survivors of the Titanic
Listen to some fascinating and little-known stories about the Titanic from survivors.
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This Magician Stole a President’s Watch in Front of Him!
Watch famous magician David Blaine perform a cheeky card trick on former American president George W. Bush.
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This 9-Year-Old Is an INCREDIBLE Wizard!
Watch this incredible magic performance by a 9-year-old kid.
These Short Classics Will be Perfect for a Weekend Read
These famous classic books are so short that you will easily wrap them up in a weekend.
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18 Things in Your Home You Need to Get Rid of Immediately
There are many things in your house that we really shouldn't be using. Let's take a look at a few of them.
Study Finds Dogs React Positively to the Words I Love You
A new study reveals that a dog's heart rate increases by 46% when their human says "I love you." The study offers valuable insight into the ways dogs communicate.
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The Fascinating World of British Accents
There's a multitude of fascinating accents on the British Isles! Here are 20 of the most interesting ones.
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Belgian Malinois - The World's Best Guard Dog
Meet the heroic Belgian Malinois, the incredible dog breed that's often used by the military and the police.
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Odd One Out - The Reason French Pronunciation Is So Unique
Italian, Spanish, and French all evolved from Latin. If all of these languages have the same root, why does French pronunciation sounds so different?
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Why the Tokyo Olympics Are History’s Most EXPENISVE Games
The pandemic is not the only reason that the Tokyo Olympics are the most expensive games in history. Why is this project so incredibly costly?
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The 3 Teenage Girls Who Outsmarted the Germans in WWII
Truus and Freddie Oversteegen, and Hannie Schaft used their looks to lure and execute Nazi-supporters in the Netherlands during WWII. This is their story.
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Time Travel Back 122 Years to the Beaches of France
Take a trip to the beaches of Normandy, France, in 1899...
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The Story Behind One of America's Most Famous Photos
Learn the story behind one of America's well-known photograph "Lunch Atop A Skyscraper"
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Greek Mythology Is Filled With Fascinating Creatures
Greek mythology is filled with fascinating creatures. Here's a look at a few of them.
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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.
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The Purple Hue That Changed the World
In 1856, a chemistry student accidentally created a strange substance with a rich purple color. In just a few years, his creation changed the world...
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10 of the Longest Reigning Monarchs in World History
If you're judging a monarch's success by the number of years they reign, these 10 monarchs are the absolute best!
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8 Minutes of Incredible Synchrony
There's something truly mesmerizing about people or objects moving in perfect synchrony!
Send an Illustrated Halloween Greeting Today!
Send your friends an original illustrated greeting card this Halloween!
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Here’s How You Can Become a Star Hand Model
What if we told you that your hands can get you thousands of dollars for just a few days' work? Discover what it takes to be a hand model.
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The Amazing Story of Imperial Japan’s Secret Submarines
Discover the little-known story of imperial Japan’s secret submarines that doubled as aircraft carriers during World War II.
17 Fascinating Facts About Anything and Everything
The world never ceases to surprise us. Here are 17 fascinating facts about history, nature, recent affairs, and anything in between.
These 10 Habits Will Make You Look Younger & More Radiant
These 10 simple daily habits can help you feel and look more radiant and youthful
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Why Was Hannibal Considered Rome’s Most Dangerous Enemy?
Get to learn some little-known facts about Hannibal Barca, one of the greatest generals in history and a complicated historical figure.
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Why Did Ancient Egyptians Stop Building Pyramids?
Why did the ancient Egyptians only build pyramids for a few centuries in their vast 3,000-year history?
The Odd and Eccentric Writing Rituals of 10 Famous Writers
Their odd writing rituals & quirks of these famous writers - from keeping rotten apples in the desk to walking lobsters on a leash - raise a number of questions.
8 Novels Any History Lover Must Read
If you're in the mood for time travel, grab one of these acclaimed and immersive historical novels.
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What Did Mozart's Music Sound Like in Mozart's Time?
In this video, pianist and musicologist Robert Levin filmed himself playing Mozart on the composer's very own instrument.
Museums Are Simply Treasure Troves - 16 Fascinating Photos
These incredibly cool and interesting exhibits prove what treasure troves museums are!
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The Bizarre History of the World's Most Stolen Painting
This painting is like a magnet for misdeeds, and was stolen again and again.
