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.

The Story Behind One of History's Coolest Photographs

The Story Behind Ormond Gigli’s Photo: “Girls in the Windows”

15 Common Words You Are Pronouncing WRONG

Here is a list of some of the most common English words that are generally mispronounced by a majority of us.

5 Classic Suspense Books That Will Mess with Your Mind

These classic suspense thrillers should be a must on every book lover's shelf.

Can You Guess the Meaning of These 20 Common Surnames?

We kind of take surnames for granted, as they are just passed down to us. But every name has an origin and meaning, and some might surprise you.

These 10 Documentaries Are a Must for Curious Minds

You can’t miss these thought-provoking documentaries.

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.

17 Historical Photos That Tell Unforgettable Stories

We’ve gathered 17 fascinating photos and facts that offer a unique glimpse into the past.

Wow! These People Had Someone Looking Over Them!

These lucky people had some guardian angel looking over them that day!

This Struggling Single Mom's Story Will Warm Your Heart

A good story is all you need to restore your faith in humanity, and the story of single mom Billie, from Florida, is definitely one to do just that.

You’ll Love Learning Of These Surprising Facts!

We assure you - these 14 facts are as entertaining and as they are unbelievable!

Real-Life Superheroes: Their Stories Will Amaze You

These real-life superheroes deserve recognition!

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?

20 Compliments to Show Your Friends You Appreciate Them

Our friends deserve to be appreciated from time to time. These compliments will surely make them smile.

These Inventors Absolutely Hate Their Creations

These 7 inventions became world famous and even world changing... yet their inventors deeply regret them.

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.

How I Would Love to Walk in New York of a Century Ago

These images of old New York, supplied by the Library of Congress, give us an idea of what life was like in the early 1900s in this city.

13 Unusual Facts You Didn’t Know You Needed to Learn Today

It's time for another cool collection of fascinating facts!

10 Food Products You Should Never Freeze

Take note of this list of food products that should be kept far away from the freezer.

The Extraordinary Origins of 10 Common English Words

In this article, we uncover the extraordinary etymology of 10 common English words, including ‘daisy’, ‘eavesdropper’, and ‘vaccine’.