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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13 Unusual Facts You Didnโt Know You Needed to Learn Today
It's time for another cool collection of fascinating facts!
Buried by Time: 10 Little-Known Moments in History
These historical events might not be well-known, but they sure are super interesting.
22 ODD Facts You Didnโt Knowโand Still Might Not Believe
This collection digs up the most peculiar truths that slipped through the cracks of common knowledge.
14 Fascinating Facts Thatโll Leave You Surprised
Time to enjoy some random, surprising facts about the world!
20 Mind-Blowing Facts That Sound Completely Made Up
You won't believe how crazy these crazy facts are.
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Let's Unravel the Mystery of Spider Silk!
Let's unravel the many mysteries of the spider web!
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Stefan Hauser Presents: The Beauty of Mi Mancherai
This performance filled our day with calm and serenity, and if it manages to do the same for you, you are welcome to share it with all the people you love and miss.
What to Know About Your Skin Barrier and How to Protect It
Your skin barrier is your body's first line of defense, protecting you from environmental threats while keeping essential moisture locked in. Understanding how it works and how to care for it is key to maintaining healthy, resilient skin.
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Hallelujah! Watch Leonard Cohen Perform His Popular Song
Watch Leonard Cohen spellbind a London crowd with his magical rendition of the "Hallelujah" song.
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This is the History of Our World in Just 18 Minutes
Using a series of stunning illustrations, David Christian, in a riveting 18 minutes, narrates a complete history of the universe. Take a look!
14 Movie Recommendations You Wonโt Want to Miss
Which films deserve to be added to your watch list? Here are 14 suggestions (with trailers) that are sure to inspire and emote you.
Wow! These People Had Someone Looking Over Them!
These lucky people had some guardian angel looking over them that day!
14 Obsolete English Terms We Wish Were Brought Back!
Over the centuries, so many eloquent and useful English words fell out of use. We wish these 14 clever (but sadly obsolete) terms were used more often.
12 Genius Ancient Chinese Inventions We Use to This Today
In this article, we'll focus on 12 surprising everyday items we all use that got their start many centuries ago in Ancient China...
15 Amazing Items of the Past People Found in Their Homes
The nooks and crannies of our homes may contain some really fascinating vintage items...
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!
These So-Called Facts Have Been Officially Disproved!
These beliefs we were taught as concrete facts were disproved and are no longer true!
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Was This The Earliest Urban Civilization in Human History?
Find out the secrets of one of the earliest urban civilizations in human history.
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 15 Interesting Facts Really Surprised Me!
Our world is full of surprises, amazing stories, funny coincidences and events you've never heard of - so we've collected 16 of them to share with you ...
INTERACTIVE: Click on the Old Photos to Bring Them Alive
Although we imagine the world prior the 1950s in terms of black and white, new colorization techniques have changed everything. Enjoy this interactive post.
This Family Moved to the Arctic Circle to Live in a Dome
This Norwegian family is incredibly bold - its members chose to move to the Arctic Circle to live there permanently. Their home is also sustainable. Take a look
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Time Travel Back to the 19th Century in This Vintage Video
This amazingly rare footage gives us a peek of different parts of the world from the 19th century.
15 Illuminating Quotes to Remember When You Overthink
The next time you feel like you are slipping into an overthinking spree, remember these illuminating quotes.
10 Times Youโve 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!
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.
The 12 Words of Christmas: Funny Long Lost Phrases
If you think eggnog and wassail are funny-sounding, wait till you hear the Christmas words that didn't stand the test of time
Thomas Edisonโs Most Inspiring Words of Wisdom
These memorable quotes by Thomas Edison still hold meaning for anyone chasing big goals.
Here's Some Laughter You Can Pass Along...
Brighten someone's mood today by sending them a funny message.
11 Non-Toxic Plants Perfect For Homes With Pets and Kids
You can confidently and safely grow these 11 beautiful and easy plants in a home with small children and pets.
6 Short Stories to Help You Stay Motivated in Life
If youโre feeling down, rather than surf the internet for cat pictures or drowning your sorrows by reading junk, check out these inspirational and powerful Short Stories
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15 Historical Photos with a Fascinating Backstory
What story do these 15 photos have to tell? Turns out, quite a lot of stories...
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The Fascinating Tricks Behind 1920 Movie Stunts
Prepare to be amazed by the masters of 1920s movie magic.
12 Unusual Ancient Currencies You Probably Never Hear Of!
With no credit cards and cash around, what did the people of the past use to buy things? It turns out that the list of objects used as ancient currencies is quite surprising!
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Ancient Technologies That Remain a Complete Mystery
Scientists may have solved the mystery of Egyptian pyramids, but there are still so many findings that are left completely unexplained
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It's Time to Learn All About Ancient Mesopotamia
Learn all about Ancient Mesopotamia, once known as the 'land between two rivers,' in this informative video.
Gene Hackman: A Look Into the Life of a Consummate Actor
The following biography chronicles Hackmanโs 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.
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Secrets to Longevity from the Oldest People in the World
Meet the oldest people living in 2024.
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This Beautifully Restored Video Makes the 1930s Come Alive
This brilliantly restored video from 1939 features a lively scene of women swing-dancing the Lindy Hop.
Louis Armstrong Said it Best, Didn't He...?
This amazing song can really open your eyes to nature's beauty, and the beauty we make for ourselves.
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 Huge Hairdos Will Make You Glad It's Not the 1960s!
People have always been extremely dedicated to their appearance, and nothing exemplifies this better than 1960s hairstyles. Take a look at this huge hairdos!
These Enormous Collections are Too Weird For Words!
These people take their life-long hobby of collecting to a completely new level! Have you ever seen anything quite like them?
20 Mind-Blowing Facts That Sound Completely Made Up
You won't believe how crazy these crazy facts are.
8 Facts You Learned at School that Are No Longer True!
The passage of time leads things that were once accepted as facts to actually be proven as incorrect. Here are 8 supposed facts that arenโt really true.
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?
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How a Principal Inspired Students With a Dance Routine
To make his students do more exercise, a Chinese principal asked them to danceโฆ
Remember Mr. Rogers? He Left Us With Many Great Quotes
Fred Rogers was a beloved children's television star during his life, but he was also an incredibly insightful & smart man. Here are 20 of his greatest quotes.
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!
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