15 Profound Words of Wisdom by the Great Leonardo da Vinci

Legendary painter Leonardo da Vinci had a way with words too and his thoughts on life serve as an inspiration to many.

10 of the Weirdest Things Discovered at Airport Security

Here is a collection of ten of the weirdest things that airport security officers have found when on the job.

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...

5 Strange Lesser Known Stories About the British Monarchy

Some of these lesser-known rumors about the British Royal Family are funny, some are mysterious, and some are just plain odd...

Did You Know These Interesting Facts About Colors?

A short article explaining why and how specific colors were chosen for everyday objects like cabs and police uniforms.

How About Learning Some Fun SLANG From Colonial Times?

Here are 14 fascinating words from Colonial times that sadly didn’t survive until the present days, but we certainly think they’re worth bringing back!

15 Quotes by Meryl Streep That Inspire Everyone

Meryl Streep, the queen of acting, has shared many wonderful words on life and success that everyone will find inspiring.

11 English Words You Didn't Know Were Actually Spanish!

Learn about the Spanish etymology of 11 words in American English (and a bonus at the end!)

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!

These Great Cities Were Once the World's Largest

History has seen the rise and fall of many great cities, but the greatest of all endure through the millennia. Take a look at this top 10.

Step Back In Time: A Glimpse Into '50s and '60s New York

New York City was a vastly different places in the 1950s and 60s. These black and white photos by Vivian Maier captured it perfectly.

Boost Your Knowledge & Confidence with These Facts

These 20 facts will help boost your knowledge.

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?

Peek Inside This Historical Photo Album of Famous Faces

Here are some famous people, photographed in their younger days

14 Famous Disappearances That Still Baffle Investigators

These fanous disappearances haunt our collective imagination.

15 Enchanting Tree Houses That You Would Love to Stay In

In this collection of pictures, we've featured some of the best and most charming treehouses from around the world.

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.

15 Jaw-Dropping Facts You'll Find Hard to Believe!

Want to find out who really built the pyramids, or how many teeth a snail has? Here are 15 of the most unbelievable yet true facts.

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.

Archeologists Are Dumbfounded By These Discoveries

These archelogical sites have been proven to be difficult to explain.

Do You Know What All These Acronyms Stand For?

There are many famous acronyms around, but do you know what they stand for? Here are 21 acronyms you've always wondered about.

When This 90-Year-Old Got Cancer She Did Something Amazing

90-year-old Norma wasn't interested in conventional treatment when she got cancer, instead she hit the open road for the time of her life.

Ruby Chocolate is More Than Just Its Pretty Pink Color

Ruby chocolate, the "fourth type of chocolate", has been gaining a lot of attention of late. Is it really a different type of chocolate?

These Are the Most Famous Swords Ever Forged!

Check out 8 of the most legendary swords to have ever graced the field of battle!

Learn the History Behind These Commonly Used Phrases

Do you know the origins of these 10 phrases?