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We often see maps and explanations about which country speaks which language. English for England, Spanish for Spain and so forth. But more often than not, another language is spoken almost as much as the main one. This is the second language, and it's both fascinating and helpful to see a map of the world showing us what second language is most prevalent. Some of these really surprised me! Click Here or anywhere on the maps to see the maps in FULL SIZE |
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What's Portmanteau? Surprising Etymologies of Common Words
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Hipster, Influencer and Dude - all these words sound so quintessentially modern, but you'd be surprised to learn how old they actually are.
Can You Believe These Words Didn’t Exist Before the 1970s?
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How Come Humans are The Only Species To Have Language?
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Language History: The Origins of 7 Common Phrases
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Which Country Has the Biggest Population? Unexpected Facts
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Simone de Beauvoir on Aging, Freedom, and Authentic Living
Here is Simone de Beauvoir's story, the principles behind her thinking, and how they can enrich the way we live today.
Mysteries From Ancient History Science Still Can’t Explain
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The 15 MOST Expensive Possessions Sold in Auction
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The 10 Most Powerful Regrets People Have at the End
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20 Stunning Photos That'll Bring Happiness to Your Day
without saying anything, here are 20 photos that say a thousand words.
History Can Be Ironic & These 12 Stories Prove Just That...
These 12 short stories from world history are strange, tragic, but most importantly, utterly ironic...
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Classic Comedy: This 1950's Ventriloquist Was a Genius...
This ventriloquist is renowned for his speed, skill and grace. Take a look:
Golden Liquid: The History and Politics of Whiskey
Here is how a monastery experiment became one of the most storied, and most political, drinks in the world - whiskey.
7 Guns that Changed History
This article explores famous firearms’ backstories, the events they were part of, and the legacies they left behind.
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.
12 Fascinating Facts About World War II
These snippets peel back the textbook narrative to reveal humanity, ingenuity, and sheer absurdity beneath the battles.
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Amazing - Woman Switches Between 21 American Accents!
Amy Walker is an accent coach, and in this amazing video, she showcases the variety of American regional accents by performing 21 of them herself in 6 minutes!
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Watch This Hilarious Skit on the Treaty of Westphalia
Watch this hilarious sketch with actors Hugh Laurie and Stephen Fry on the negotiation of the Treaty of Westphalia.
These Great Cities Were Once the World's Largest
History has seen the rise and fall of many great cities, but the greatest of all endure through the millennia. Take a look at this top 10.
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!
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The Incredible Bionic Hands of Aimee Copeland
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This Video is a Must for All History Buffs!
Seeing history move right before our eyes teaches us so much about the last 2000 years!
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This Animated Short Movie Brought a Tear to My Eye!
Watch 'Farewell,' a short animated movie that is bound to touch your heart.
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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.
Can You Guess the English Word With Over 600 Meanings?
The English language has been around for so many centuries, it has gathered quite an elusive and industrious history, as seen in these facts
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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.
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This Animal Video is Sure to Turn a Smile Into a Grin!
Get ready to wear a big smile and a giggle, this video will make your day!
23 Extraordinary Vision Facts That'll Open Your Eyes Wide
The eye is an amazing body part, but did you know how amazing? These 23 facts will open your eyes to the extraordinary truth.
26 Vintage Celebrity Photos Filled with Undeniable Charm
Let's take a look at 26 vintage photos filled with undeniable charm.
Historical Window: Looking at Women Workers in WWI
Women made a significant contribution to the Allied effort during both World Wars. Take a look as these fascinating photos of women at work during WWI.
There’s a Visual Guide For Everything You Can Think Of!
Browsing through visual guides and maps like these is one of the easiest, funnest, and quickest ways to fill those knowledge gaps and learn something new!
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The Wars of the Roses: England's Bloody Civil War
This epic civil war is one of the main influences for Game of Thrones and other epic stories. Learn all about it now.
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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.
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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100 Years of Change: How Old London Compares With the New
The earliest recorded video of London was more than a century ago. Compare it to London today!
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An Electrifying Piano Performance… at an Airport!
Watch pianist Evgeny Khmara wow passengers at at airport in Malta with an electrifying performance.
These Are the Most Famous Swords Ever Forged!
Check out 8 of the most legendary swords to have ever graced the field of battle!
Experience the Dramatic Moments of WWII in Moving Color
This 13-episode television documentary series recounts the major events of World War II in HD color.
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A Day in the Life of an Ancient Egyptian Doctor...
This video will show you what it was like to be a doctor in ancient Egypt.
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.
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.
8 Most Expensive Auction Items Sold in the Last Decade
This article explores the seven most expensive items sold at auction between 2015 and 2025
These Regulations Should be Adopted by Every Country!
There are weird laws in different parts of the world, but some of them are so amazingly beneficial, they should be put into use everywhere.
11 English Words You Didn't Know Were Actually Spanish!
Learn about the Spanish etymology of 11 words in American English (and a bonus at the end!)
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5 Terribly Disastrous First Contact Stories from History
Each story is a lesson in misread intentions, power struggles, and the high stakes of meeting the unknown. Watch how these pivotal moments shaped the world.
20 Things Most People Think Are the Same, But Aren't!
These words are often mistaken for synonyms, but in reality they are nothing of the sort, because they refer to different things. Learn about 20 of them.,
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