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I like to know things, and I consider myself a “knowledge collector”. I have collected a lot of tidbits of information, some important, some useless and some simply entertaining. Now, I wish to share some of my knowledge with you! Below, I have put historical facts, lesser-known facts and plain bizarre ones, for your enjoyment. |
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24 Facts That Help to Show Just How Weird Nature Can Be
Here are some weird and wonderful nature facts that you can amaze your friends with.
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.
This 10-Minute Read Will Make You a Bourbon Expert
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14 Bizarre Vending Machines That Dispense the Unexpected
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17 Surprising USA Facts That a Lot of People Don't Know!
In this article, you'll find 17 fun and weird facts about the United States of America. Enjoy!
This Beautiful Story has a Special Moral to Teach
This is a beautiful story of a woman who looks after four turtles. It has a wonderful moral at the end too. Enjoy!
These Useful Charts Are Handy In Various Life Situations!
With infographics and charts, you can learn and remember new information in such an easy and fun way!
10 Quirky FACTOIDS About Music Everyone Will Love
These weird and wonderful facts about music will astound you!
How Many of These Extraordinary History Facts Do You Know?
We bet that you didn't learn these history facts at school.
18 Amazing Facts About Very Well-Known Brands
There are some really interesting and amazing facts about some of the world's most well-known brands, and you're about to learn 18 of them right now!
8 Facts You Learned at School that Are No Longer True!
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15 Historical Photos with a Fascinating Backstory
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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.
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The History Behind Halloween Isn't Quite What You Think...
If you've ever wondered what the origin of Halloween is and what all the fuss about pumpkins, fancy dress, and trick-or-treating is all about, then you should definitely give this documentary a watch.
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This Is One of The Most Beautiful Duets I've Ever Heard
Watch this mesmerizing duet from 1981 featuring Donovan and Crystal Gayle. This live performance is their rendition of the classic 60s song ‘Catch the Wind’
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What is the Story Behind the Scilian Mafia?
Explore the origins of the Sicilian Mafia, known as Cosa Nostra.
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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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Secrets to Longevity from the Oldest People in the World
Meet the oldest people living in 2024.
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Meet the One-Handed Climbing Champion, Brian Zarzuela
Brian Zarzuela has overcome disability in the most extraordinary ways.
What's Portmanteau? Surprising Etymologies of Common Words
If If you have ever said the words brunch, sitcom or spam, you have used portmanteaus. This is the fascinating origins story of many common words...
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Sometimes, a prized treasure is hiding right under the noses of unsuspecting citizens. Some precious antiques are even being put to good use as household items.
9 Highly Praised Comedies from 2020-2025
Here is a look at nine highly praised comedies released between 2020 and 2025 that have defined the decade so far.
Real-Life Superheroes: Their Stories Will Amaze You
These real-life superheroes deserve recognition!
Do You Know the Truth About These Famous Figures?
Hollywood exaggerates and distorts many historical truths with its movies, but now you're about to find out the truth about some important figures...
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?
These Regulations Should be Adopted by Every Country!
There are weird laws in different parts of the world, but some of them are so amazingly beneficial, they should be put into use everywhere.
These Facts Are Some of the Most Interesting You'll Read
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Which of These Old Bathroom Features Do You Want Back?
These old bathroom trends have disappeared over time.
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Check out this collection of 15 different epitaphs, ranging from emotional ones to highly humorous ones.
Magicians Beware! We're Exposing Your Greatest Tricks!
When watching a good magician in action, many great tricks seem to completely defy logic, but here we expose 8 of the most common ones!
20 Stunning Photos That'll Bring Happiness to Your Day
without saying anything, here are 20 photos that say a thousand words.
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.
Impress Your Friends With These Quirky Latin Phrases
Make yourself look wiser and more romantic by using these ten Latin phrases on a daily basis.
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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WATCH: A 1960s Classic Reimagined By Iconic Performers
Must Watch! Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne, Steve Winwood and Prince perform a George Harrison classic!
These Photos Prove: Time & Angle Make All the Difference!
These fascinating comparison photos highlight what a huge difference time angle can make!
Time Changes Everything... As Seen in These Photos
These incredible photos show just how powerful time is.
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1 Day in Pompeii: Experience That Fateful Day!
One day in 79 AD the city of Pompeii was tragically destroyed by an extraordinary volcanic eruption. This video shows you just how the scene would have unfolded.
Find Inspiration in These Amazing Japanese Sayings
These beautiful Japanese proverbs offer invaluable lessons on love, life, and wisdom.
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What Was 1900 Like? See it All Here in Color!
Carefully restored and colorized, these scenes blend history with a fresh perspective.
You Won’t Believe These 11 Phrases Are Over a Century Old
These 11 words and phrases seem like they're a recent invention in English, but they're actually at least a century old...
15 Candid Snapshots of the Past That Feel Surreal Now
Let's take a look at some fascinating vintage photos that give us a fascinating glimpse of what life used to be in the past.
5 Ways Learning a New Language Benefits Your Brain
It turns out that knowing more than one language has a variety of positive effects on our brain
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.
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