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It never hurts to know a bit more about this blue, white and green marble we call our planet. After all, we share it with many other people, cultures and countries, so we might as well know a bit more about our neighbors and the world in general. Here are 25 interesting facts about the world you can discuss with your friends and family. |
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Will You Master This Middle School Level Geography Quiz?
Do you think you know world geography better than an average middle schooler? Test your knowledge...
If The Whole World Was Just One Street...
If the whole world had only 1 street, do you know what it would REALLY look like? It may be something like this...
Wow, I Never Knew This About Africa!
These facts about Africa have made me think about it in a different way...
Learn 10 Amazing Facts About the World's Tallest Buildings
The world's tallest buildings are magnificent in themselves, but there are also some pretty amazing facts associated with them too...
Come See 15 of the Most Picturesque Piers in the World!
Priceless photos of the world's most charming piers. How many of them have you been to?
15 Common Geography Facts That Are Actually Wrong!
Here are 15 common errors about the world that often leave geography teachers in tears...
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How to Make Learning as Addictive and Fun as Social Media?
In the following talk, Luis von Ahn explains the background behind the app's development and describes how he ran into a very tough problem to crack - how do you make learning fun and engaging in a world of TikTok, Instagram and similar apps?
Gene Hackman: A Look Into the Life of a Consummate Actor
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.
These Beauty Practices of the Past Look Strange Today…
17 fascinating photos of beauty procedures, treatments, and practices from the first half of the 20th century that look strange and curious today
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This Famous Speech is Still Amazing Today!
One of the greatest speeches ever made, for the love of freedom, the love of human beings.
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.
These Unlikely Objects Can Be Serious Fire Hazards!
Mirrors and reflective surfaces, in general, are way more dangerous and creepy than we think! These 11 photos are proof of just that!
16 Small Treasures People Found by Chance
When you open your eyes, the chances of finding something amazing and unexpected increase by the minute. Here are 16 unique objects people found by chance.
Bottoms Up! 12 Surprising Facts About Beer!
Twelve fascinating facts about the ancient alcoholic drink known simply as - beer.
Coffee: There’s SO Much We Don’t Know About This Drink!
Here you'll find 11 fascinating coffee facts, many of which even the most knowledgeable coffee aficionados aren't aware of...
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.
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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.
7 Guns that Changed History
This article explores famous firearms’ backstories, the events they were part of, and the legacies they left behind.
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 These Chores Once and Forget About Them for a Year
Are you wasting your time on these chores every day of the week? Don’t. Tackling them once a year is just fine.
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Watch the Oldest Recorded Footage of New York City
Watch super-rare footage of old NYC that goes back to the late 1800's, complete with a corresponding map to show you where exactly it was shot from.
A Dying Father's Heart Moving Gesture...
A beautiful and touching gesture by a dying father.
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!
I Bet You Never Knew These U.S. Geography Facts...
Do you consider yourself to be a proud American who knows all there is to know about the good ol’ U.S. of A.? We bet you didn't know these facts!
13 Geniuses, Who On Some Level, May Have Been a Little Mad
These geniuses may have been smart, but they are incredibly weird too!
13:08
The Epic Battle of Stalingrad Comes to Life
One of the most epic battles in history, and the biggest of WWII comes to life and explored in this in-depth video.
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Franca Viola: The Woman Who Had the Courage to Say "No"
The inspiring story of an Italian woman who, in the 1960s, had the courage to stand up to tradition and say no.
12 Beautiful Facts About the Charming Act of Kissing
Such interesting facts about the act of kissing...
13 Ways the English Language Changed Completely
English has changed so dramatically over the years, that texts from the medieval era are barely legible for modern English speakers. Why?
12 Practical Infographics You’ll Want to Save For Later
You’ll surely enjoy this collection of charts. It’s a treasure trove of knowledge about our health, nature, and human society.
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Don’t Throw Away Your Used Teabags Just Yet...
Teabags aren’t only for making delicious cups of teas. Find out what other uses they hold in this helpful video.
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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
10 Things You Didn't Know Were Invented By Native Americans
Learn about some super useful inventions that the Native Americans contributed to the world.
40 Benefits of Having Your Very Own Pet
The many many benefits of having a pet are showing in a beautiful infographic.
10 Incredible Autobiographies We Should All Be Reading...
These autobiographies are absolute must-reads for you to enjoy. They are written by some of the world' most famous people, so you should definitely have a read.
The US Is Home to 6 Extremely Valuable Hidden Treasures
Yes, hidden treasures truly exist. And they might be closer than you though - these 6 lost treasures are believed to be somewhere in the US...
Do You Remember the Things that Defined the 1950s?
The 1950s marked the beginning of the postwar era, increased prosperity and drastic changes to everyday life. Here are 10 things that defined the 1950s.
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.
10 Difficult Words in English Everyone Should Know
English has many difficult words with meanings that are nearly impossible to guess, which makes them super tough to remember. Here are 10 such words
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!
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.
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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You Won't Believe What This Man Built By Himself!
You won't believe what construction project got this man to work alone and complete the craziest underground cabin. Come and check it out...
On Operation Mincemeat and How It Fooled the Nazis
one of the strangest and most brilliant deceptions in the history of warfare, and at its center was a dead man who had never existed.
Where Did Famous Tongue-Twisters Come From?
Many traditional tongue twisters have long histories full of unexpected twists and turns - not unlike the acrobatics our tongue goes through as we pronounce them.
These Everyday Optical Illusions Are Truly Mesmerizing!
Optical illusions can be found all around us, as these 15 photos well and truly prove.
10 Most Special Gifts You Can Ever Give at Christmas Time...
Forget about wrapped up gifts. Here are suggestions for much more meaningful gifts you can give the people around you this Christmas.
These Short Classics Will be Perfect for a Weekend Read
These famous classic books are so short that you will easily wrap them up in a weekend.
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