The world is a lot stranger than it looks at first glance. Every day, we walk past small details and facts that would blow our minds if we actually knew about them. Some facts about our planet and its inhabitants sound too strange to be true, yet they're completely real. And while life moves fast, it’s always fun to pause and look a little closer. Here are 23 surprising facts about our amazing world that you probably haven’t heard yet.
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The Internet's Burning Questions About Biology, Answered
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7 Scientific Mysteries Scientists Still Can't Explain
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Discover the Science Behind Natureโs Rarest Colors
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Bizarre But True: 15 Fascinating Facts That Surprised Us
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12 Beautiful Facts About the Charming Act of Kissing
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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...
20 Mind-Blowing Facts That Sound Completely Made Up
You won't believe how crazy these crazy facts are.
24 Classic Books That Give You Important Life Lessons
Here is a look at ten great classic books that have some deep underlying moral lessons for all of us.
Expand Your Knowledge with These Intriguing Facts
They say those who keep learning stay young. So if you're a keen learner, check out these fascinating facts about history, nature, and a variety of other topics!
Early 1900s America Captured in Charming Vintage Photos
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Did You Know These Vintage Items Might Be Worth Something?
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The 3 Teenage Girls Who Outsmarted the Germans in WWII
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7 Accidental Finds That Made People Extremely Rich
The luck that you need in life can be waiting for you anywhere - these seven people prove that!
These Women Were the First EVER Supermodels in History
Modeling looks like an obvious career path to us now, but it wasn't always so. Who were the first-ever supermodels who paved the way for stars like Cindy Crawford?
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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Gene Hackman: A Look Into the Life of a Consummate Actor
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INTERACTIVE: Click on the Old Photos to Bring Them Alive
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The World Never Ceases to Amaze Us with Its Unusual Sights
This photo collection will take you on a tour through some of the most unbelievable sights around the world - something we all could enjoy these days!
How Much Influence Do Secret Societies Have? Find Out Here
Learn all about six of the most famous secret societies that seem to have quite a degree of influence even today.
The Invisible War: Deception and Espionage in WWII
Not many know about these incredibly dangerous secret operations that defined the Second World War.
The Medieval Disease Thatโs Perplexing Science to This Day
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Goodbye, Diane: Remembering Diane Keaton
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10 Popular Foods That Were Discovered in Unusual Ways
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17 Terrific Charts to Expand Your General Knowledge
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51 of the Tastiest Cheeses From All Over the World!
In this article youโll find 51 of the tastiest cheeses from around the world. Some you have probably heard of, while others will be totally new to you!
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.
14 Mind-Blowing Optical Illusions You Must See
After trying to wrap your head around these crazy visual challenges, your eyes will be tired but your mind will be thrilled and elated!
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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.
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This Documentary Explains How the Earth Came Into Being
Ever wondered how the planet that we call home came into being? Well, this informative documentary will clear all that up for you! Take a look!
12 Unique and Beautiful Words That Charm and Delight
Take a look at this list of some weird and wonderful words that you are unlikely to have read in your language course in school.
Ukrainian-Russian War: A review of 2024's impact in the War
The year 2024 saw the Russia-Ukraine war grind on into a second full year, marked by intense fighting on multiple fronts, high-stakes diplomatic initiatives, and a worsening humanitarian toll.
5 Ways Learning a New Language Benefits Your Brain
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Using These French Phrases in English Elevates Your Speech
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A Glimpse Through Time: 17 Photos That Bring History Alive
Here are some of the most interesting photos from history.
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Full Documentary: Exploring The Lost City of Petra
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The 12 Moonwalkers: The Men Who Touched The Lunar Surface
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7 Interventions of Mother Nature That Altered History
We tend to forget how much power nature has over us. These are 7 times extreme weather conditions completely changed the course of history.
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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...
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The Amber Room Is The Worldโs Greatest Lost Treasure
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10 Battles in History Most People Don't Know About
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Ruby Chocolate is More Than Just Its Pretty Pink Color
Ruby chocolate, the "fourth type of chocolate", has been gaining a lot of attention of late. Is it really a different type of chocolate?
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.
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.
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