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Wow: Some Things You Will Only Ever See in Japan!
In this post, you'll find 12 photos that show some of the "bizarre" and fascinating things one might see in the country of Japan.
Logic vs. Emotion: Why Facts Don't Change Our Minds
It’s time we admitted that humans are not rational creatures. What, then, motivates us, if not the cold, hard facts?
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A 9-minute video compilation stacked with facts you've never heard about nature and the human body.
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The world is full of inventive people, and these fun facts show that as time goes by people keep thinking up ingenious ways of coping with the world.
The Origins of Labor Day With Vintage Parade Photos
A brief history of Labor Day accompanied by original vintage photos from past Labor Day parades around the US and Canada.
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These classic suspense thrillers should be a must on every book lover's shelf.
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Twelve fascinating facts about the ancient alcoholic drink known simply as - beer.
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The following biography chronicles Hackman’s journey from a modest upbringing and military service to Hollywood stardom, his personal life behind the scenes, and the enduring legacy he left after retirement.
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These free food and nutrition apps will help you lead a healthy lifestyle.
What is the Trait Many Creative People Have in Common?
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15 Sunday Quotes for Laughs, Reflection, and Rest
To celebrate the spirit of Sundays, we’ve gathered 15 quotes that capture the essence of this beloved day.
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How Many of These Old Slang Words Do You Know?
A list of 83 vintage slang words we should bring back
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The Art Dealer Who Had to Prove His Paintings Are...Fake?
Learn about one of the strangest trials in history, that of the Dutch art forger Han van Meegeren and his dubious relations with the Nazis
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
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Even the Simplest Things Look SO Awesome in Slow Motion!
An incredibly cool compilation of epic slow motion shots of everyday things.
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Laugh Out Loud With This Funny String Quartet Performance
Watch this truly hilarious musical performance by comedy string quartet known as the MozART group.
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!
7 Guns that Changed History
This article explores famous firearms’ backstories, the events they were part of, and the legacies they left behind.
These 11 Quotes Don’t Belong to Those You Think They Do
Surprising quotations that were completely miscredited. Some have commonalities with the supposed authors, while others are completely off...
Honey vs. Maple Syrup – Which Sweetener Should I Use?
There are plenty of key differences between honey and maple syrup than you probably realized.
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Who Knew You Can Create Illusions Using Water?
Have you have ever seen optical illusions with water? This video will blow your mind.
How 10 Ordinary English Idioms and Phrases Began...
Many English phrases and idioms have fascinating histories behind them, here is a selection of 10 astounding examples.
From Ancient Persia to Modern Iran: A Sweeping History
Let us take a journey through the long and fascinating past of the ancient land of Iran.
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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These 20 facts will help boost your knowledge.
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The Incredible Bionic Hands of Aimee Copeland
Brave flesheating bacteria victim Aimee Copeland shows off her new $200,000 bionic hands!
When Inventors Met a Tragic End from Their Own Creations
While many inventors reaped the rewards of their work, a few unfortunate others paid the ultimate price.
Video Collection: Learn Something New Today!
It's never too late to learn something new, so give these 16 educational videos a watch and see what you can learn today!
Exercise Tiger: The Tragedy that Saved D-Day During WWII
The story of Exercise Tiger, a tragic rehearsal for D-Day that cost hundreds of lives and taught lessons in blood.
History Lesson: The Life and Legacy of Attila the Hun
Let us take a closer look at who Attila really was, separating the historical figure from the centuries of legend that grew up around him.
These Latin Phrases Will Make You Think About Life
Take note of these beautiful and wise Latin phrases and understand their deep meanings.
12 Secret Historical Facts You Never Heard
12 historical facts you may have never heard of before are presented here.
These Max Shows Will Keep You Glued to Your Screen
Looking for something new to watch? Check out our latest recommendations...
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!
Wedding Invitations So Clever You’ll Immediately Say Yes
Some wedding invitations are pretty bland, but not these genius creations. Here are 17 invitations that no one would ever turn down.
This Manuscript Has Stumped Scientists for Centuries!
This ancient manuscript holds a mystery that has not been solved for centuries. What do YOU think it is?
A Few Beautiful Thoughts About True Friendship...
We should never forget the gift that is true friendship...
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The 5 Tallest Skyscrapers Currently Under Construction
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An In-Depth Look Into Who Princess Diana Truly Was...
A remarkable feature-length documentary that reveals a side of Diana we have never seen before.
10 Times You’ve Quoted Shakespeare Without Realizing It...
William Shakespeare had a huge impact on modern English, so much so that most of us are quoting the great bard every day without even realizing it!
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Time Travel Back to the 19th Century in This Vintage Video
This amazingly rare footage gives us a peek of different parts of the world from the 19th century.
Handwriting Says More About People Than You Ever Imagined
Handwriting can reveal no less than 5,000 different personality traits. Find out what can be revealed about an individual from their handwriting.
10 Popular Foods That Were Discovered in Unusual Ways
This article takes a look at the unexpected origins of some famous food products.
These Lesser-Known History Facts Are Rather Surprising
Whether you're an avid historian or a bit of a novice to the subject, I'm sure that you will find these 10 facts rather surprising.
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