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How the Stranded Ship in the Suez Canal Was Freed
The giant ship that blocked the Suez Canal for almost a week was finally cleared a few days ago. But how was it done? Click to find out.
Here Are 10 Feel-Good News Stories That Deliver a Smile
Feeling down? Let these good news stories bring a smile to your face.
7 TV Channels You Can Enjoy Online For Free
Here are the best internet TV channels from around the world to watch online, freely and legally.
The Natural Phenomenon That Will Take Place This Spring
This year, for the first time since 2004, millions of cicadas will re-emerge from underground and swarm the country. This is what you can expect.
First Successful Pig Heart Transplant Lasts For 3 Days
On January 7, surgeons successfully transplanted the heart of a genetically modified pig into a human.
March 17th, 2017: A Roundup of the Week's Biggest Stories
This week has been a big one for important events, not least the sixth anniversary of the star of the Syrian Civil War. Here's a roundup of this week's news.
These Kind Inventions Were Made to Make Animals Happy
Every year humans build thousands of new roads, rails, airports and buildings. Many hurt the environment. But some kind people only build to help animals!
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...
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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The Incredible Story Behind the Taum Sauk Dam Failure
It’s a story of failure, recovery, and hard lessons in the power of infrastructure—and the price of overlooking risk.
This Lost WWII Postcard is a Moving Glimpse Into History
Bill Caldwell's family was astonished to receive a postcard from him - sent in 1943!
7 Conspiracy Stories that Turned Out to be True
These stories are shocking... and they turned out to be true!
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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?
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The Incredible History of China's Terracotta Army
China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang Di, had built a platoon of clay soldiers to accompany him in the afterlife. Find out more about this unusual piece of history.
The Mandela Effect: How Collective False Memories Occur
When masses of people share false memory that didn't actually occur, it's called the Mandela Effect. Learn more about this heavily debated topic.
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Hitler's Olympics: The 1936 Berlin Olympic Games
When the Olympics became a Nazi showcase.
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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.
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Watch 23,000 Dominos Fall in Less Than a Minute
Enjoy watching dominoes fall? Then you'll LOVE watching this massive 23.000-domino construction shatter in less than a minute!
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.
Snuggle Up with These Feel-Good TV Shows This Winter
Cozy up this winter with these feel-good TV shows.
History vs. Hollywood: The Real Voyagers of the Titanic
A great many of the characters in the 1997 hit movie Titanic were based on real people. These are the stories and faces of the real voyagers of the Titanic.
How Many of These Extraordinary History Facts Do You Know?
We bet that you didn't learn these history facts at school.
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A Christmas Classic Sung Beautifully by Andrea Bocelli
Celebrate the season with Andrea Bocelli’s soulful rendition of ‘Jingle Bells’.
Was There Ever a Real Uncle Sam?
Did you know the same man drew both Unce Sam and Santa Claus as we know them today?
The Streets of Rome: 15 Illustrations of Daily Life
Here are 15 artistic depictions that offer a glimpse into what life was like in ancient Rome.
These Wonderful Shots Are From Many Special Times Gone By
Nostalgia can be a beautiful thing, and these beautiful black and white images reinforce that notion. Jump back into the past with these shots.
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This is What Happened to the Man Who Didn't Salute Hitler!
Nearly eight decades have passed since a camera captured the moment a man refused to give Hitler a Nazi salute. Here's what happened to him.
In the 1800s, They Thought We'd Be Living Like This Today?
The European artists who created the postcards below were asked to predict what life would be like in 2000.
Savor These Delightful Short Films This Christmas Season
Here are some of the most wonderful Christmas-themed short films that you can watch this holiday season.
These Alternate Versions of History Will Blow Your Mind...
Our world is full of 'what if?' questions, since we just love to speculate about how things could have turned out differently. Here are 10 of the best!
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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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.
These Vintage Photos are Both Funny & Bizarre!
Check out these 15 weird sights from the past, which you certainly won't see nowadays!
21 Incredible Items Unearthed by Metal Detectors
Metal detecting is a surprisingly popular hobby. Here are some of the coolest and most valuable items found by amateur metal detector hobbyists.
6 Treasures Owners Unwittingly Used As Household Goods
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.
8 Incredible Historical Predictions that Actually Came True
Here, we present some truly remarkable fictional predictions made in history that actually turned out to be true.
Inspire Friends and Loved Ones With These Great Greetings
Show your friends that you're thinking of them today with an inspiring greeting!
You Don't See a Lot of Vintage Portraits Like These...
In this post we will give you a swift glimpse of the portrait collection of one of the leading photographers of 19th-century Washington.
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.
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What Are the Odds?! - 20 Creepy Historical Coincidences
These are some of the creepiest, and most spine-chilling coincidental occurrences in history...
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...
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The Evolution of Wedding Cakes Over the Past Century
Like anything else, the aesthetic of weddings is subject to fashion and change. And what better way to showcase this fashion than through wedding cakes?
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Watch This 3-Year-Old Shine with the Orchestra
This three-year-old is a special talent!
Living to 100: The Most Famous Centenarians of Our Time
Meet the famous centenarians of the 20th century.
11 Legendary Military Rulers of the Ancient Past
The annals of history are rich with leaders who earned great renown for their courage and skill in battle. These illustrious kings and generals have won eternal renown due to their courage and brilliance.
12 Beautiful Plants That Will Transform Your Windows
Brighten your home with these gorgeous window plants.
14 Positive Stories to Bring Some Cheer Amidst the Gloom
These positive news stories show that there are still things to smile about.
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