On April 15, 1912, what, at the time, was deemed to be one of the most luxurious and safest ships ever built, hit an iceberg and sank off the coast of Newfoundland, taking over 1,500 people to a watery grave. While this tragedy has inspired movies, books, and articles, the ship and its passengers still hold secrets and little-known facts that might surprise you. Here are 8 surprising facts about the Titanic.
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If Japan isn't on your travel list yet, it surely will be once you learn these cool facts!
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Many people avoid eating beans regularly because they give them gas, but they're extremely healthy. Here are 9 benefits of the humble bean.
14 Things We Bet You Never Knew About Chocolate!
How much do we really know about chocolate? Here are 14 things we bet you didn’t know about chocolate!
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Who Are the Americans That Live in North Korea?
Considering North Korea's secrecy and animosity towards the US, it's surprising to learn that 200 Americans live in the Hermit Kingdom... Who are these people?
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Ever Wondered How Hormones Work? Well, Wonder No More...
Ever wondered how hormones work? Well, wonder no more as this informative TED-Ed video explains all!
Conspiracy Theories - A Few Fascinating Things to Consider
Conspiracy theories are easy to dismiss, but they are a normal and interesting part of human psychology. Learn 6 facts on conspiracy theories here.
These 6 Mysterious Objects Can't Be Explained by Anyone
Archaeology is a very rewarding discipline, but there are some mysteries that never get solved. Take these 6 ancient objects. What they are is anyone's guess!
Do You Know The Origins of These Common Phrases?
There are many phrases that we use in English that we never give a second thought to. Here are 9 common phrases with rather sinister origins.
6 Facts You May Have Not Known About King Charles
Did you ever know Prince Charles also dabbles in art? And what about his musical skills? Let's get those royal facts.
6 Ancient Kingdoms You Were Never Taught About
You've probably never heard about these fascinating ancient kingdoms.
14 Dizzying Optical Illusions That Move and Confuse You
All of these optical illusions are completely static, but your brain will try to convince you otherwise!
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...
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What's the Secret of Reigniting Desire in a Relationship?
The desire for erotic stimulation stands in contrast to the desire for a stable relationship. So how can we get past this. This witty TED talk informs us.
8 Bizarre Customs From Not-So-Long Ago
Here are 8 practices that used to be viewed as normal in the past, but today they seem bizarre, dangerous... or both!
Spooky! Science Can't Explain These 8 Phenomena
Here are some of the most common inexplicable phenomena - from ghosts to man-like beasts, to unexplained feats of the mind itself.
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This Documentary Explains How the Earth Came Into Being
Ever wondered how the planet that we call home came into being? Well, this informative documentary will clear all that up for you! Take a look!
These Handy Charts Offer All Sorts of Practical Knowledge!
These charts have a lot of practical info, like how to make a wind-proof fire, or how the color of a specific fruit can tell you which antioxidants it contains.
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Irena Sendler - The Woman Who Saved Over 2000 Lives
Get to know the amazing story of Irena Sendler, a social worker who saved the lives of over 2000 Jewish children During World War II
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Watch This Dog Reunited With Her Owner. Bring a Hanky.
A video of Little Luna the dog being rescued by Hope For Paws and reunited with her owner.
20 Safety Fails That Will Make Your Heart Skip a Beat
You'd be surprised to see how often people just throw safety regulations to the wind with these 20 heart-stopping images
Love is Beautifully Captured in These Historic Photos...
While much has changed over the last century, there is one thing that has always remained the same, and that is love. Take a look at this photo collection.
14 Obsolete English Terms We Wish Were Brought Back!
Over the centuries, so many eloquent and useful English words fell out of use. We wish these 14 clever (but sadly obsolete) terms were used more often.
10 English Words That Come From Native American Languages
Some seemingly ordinary English words, such as barbecue, raccoon, and even squash, actually come from Native American languages and it's fascinating!
Can You Believe These Words Didn’t Exist Before the 1970s?
When a new words spreads it seems it's been around forever. But in reality, many of the words we use everyday are quite new. These didn't exist before the 1970s.
With Epitaphs Like These, How Can They Ever Be Forgotten?
Check out this collection of 15 different epitaphs, ranging from emotional ones to highly humorous ones.
Wishing You a GREAT 4th OF JULY! Celebrate America!
Be proud of being an American and share one of these meaningful 4th of July cards with everyone. HAVE A GREAT 4TH OF JULY!
25 Incredible Facts About the Famous Genghis Khan
Genghis Khan struck fear into the hearts of his subjects during his reign, but there's a lot more to the man than meets the eye. Here are 25 intriguing facts.
6 Short Stories to Help You Stay Motivated in Life
If you’re feeling down, rather than surf the internet for cat pictures or drowning your sorrows by reading junk, check out these inspirational and powerful Short Stories
Where Did These Common Sayings Come From? Fascinating!
You're probably aware of these common sayings, but where did they originate from? Fascinating!
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History’s First Author Is Largely Unknown, Who WAS She?
Meet the First Author in History - Enheduanna, an ancient Sumerian high priestess with a tragic and heroic life story...
These Nutrition Apps Will Help You Lead a Healthy Life
These free food and nutrition apps will help you lead a healthy lifestyle.
10 Historical Facts That Are Really Hard to Believe
Here, we share 10 fascinating and unbelievable history facts and stories like the time when forks were sacrilegious and pineapples had a higher price than gold
When an Ancient Egyptian Tomb Was Opened, This Was Inside
Finding Tutankhamun's tomb was one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in history. These recolored photos capture those incredible days.
Amazing! 7 Facts That Have Changed Since Your School Days!
Over time, facts we consider to be completely true can change. Here are 7 facts that have changed since your school days.
10 Unspoiled Fossils of Animals & Other Items Explained
Every year, new amazing fossils are uncovered, and in this article, we explain some impressive recent finds.
Six Incredible Stories of People Who Survived the Titanic
On the tragic night of the Titanic, there were some who managed to survive. Here are six 'lived to tell' inspiring stories.
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Where Did 'Murphy's Law' Come From?
Learn the origin of this common phrase - Murphy's Law
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What Did the Future Mean to 1958 High Schoolers?
Peep into a high school debate from 1958 about the teenager's future. Are their arguments still relevant today?
Snuggle Up with These Feel-Good TV Shows This Winter
Cozy up this winter with these feel-good TV shows.
8 Honest-to-God Facts that Are Just too Weird to Believe
A list of bizarre yet true facts
This Fascinating Tree Shows How Languages Are Connected
Most of the languages that we speak today can be placed into a couple of groups by their origin. Find out more here.
10 Fascinating Facts About Animals, Humans & Civilizations
Join us in our quest for knowledge with these surprising but true facts about animals, humans, and civilizations.
Frazil, Haboob & Other Weather Words Your Didn't Know
You might have heard a few of these meteorological terms before, but you probably don’t know what they mean.
Things Have Changed So Much in the Last 110 Years
Cast your thoughts back to 1915, 100 years ago. You'll be amazed, when you contemplate the breathtaking changes that have taken place. Here 19 such changes.
10 World War I Inventions We Still Use Every Day
From trench coats, to pilates and blood banks, all of these 10 things we think of as very modern were actually conceived during WWI.
I Just Wanted to Say: HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Wish a Merry Christmas to you and yours by sending them one of these greeting cards.
Bottoms Up! 12 Surprising Facts About Beer!
Twelve fascinating facts about the ancient alcoholic drink known simply as - beer.
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