8 Books That Predicted the Future With Strange Accuracy

It always feels eerie when the future is predicted correctly and it turns out literature is full of such accurate forecasts. These 8 novels were particularly spot on.

These Inventors Absolutely Hate Their Creations

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

18 Amazing Facts About Very Well-Known Brands

There are some really interesting and amazing facts about some of the world's most well-known brands, and you're about to learn 18 of them right now!

8 Novels Any History Lover Must Read

If you're in the mood for time travel, grab one of these acclaimed and immersive historical novels.

These Wonderful Shots Are From Many Special Times Gone By

Nostalgia can be a beautiful thing, and these beautiful black and white images reinforce that notion. Jump back into the past with these shots.

Living to 100: The Most Famous Centenarians of Our Time

Meet the famous centenarians of the 20th century.

Work Safety? Never Heard of It!

The people involved in these construction fails and work safety violations have never heard of the phrase “Safety First!”

East India: The Story of the Richest Company in History

How did the East Indian Company gain and consolidate its power and profit? All is revealed here.

10 Surprising Facts About the Food in Your Kitchen

Did you know that ordinary foods like carrots, jelly beans, sandwiches, and broccoli have a fascinating story to tell?

Learn the Secrets of the World's Most Persuasive Speakers

Persuasion is undoubtedly an art form, but how do you become recognized around the world for it? Learn 11 secrets of the most persuasive speakers alive.

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.

The Significance of Each Christmas Tree Decoration

We all tend to put up Christmas decorations and go through all the rituals every year, but do we know what the symbolism behind them is? Find out here.

You Won't Find These Unusual Facts in An Encyclopedia!

In this article we have collected some incredible facts about our world that you definitely won’t find in an encyclopedia! Take a look!

40 Awesome Reasons to Get a Cat Today!

Not only will saving a street cat make it 98% less likely to die, but you'll also reap many benefits by welcoming one into your home! Here are 40 of them.

Six Incredible Stories of People Who Survived the Titanic

On the tragic night of the Titanic, there were some who managed to survive. Here are six 'lived to tell' inspiring stories.

12 Roman Quotes and Proverbs Well-Worth Remembering

Each of these 12 Roman phrase offers a glimpse into the mindset of a civilization that shaped the Western world.

10 Popular “Contemporary” Words Coined by Shakespeare

Shakespeare’s impact on the language we speak is far greater than most of us realize. These surprising words are just a few of hundreds attributed to the Bard.

17 Terrific Charts to Expand Your General Knowledge

We have a treat for all lifelong learners. It’s a list of 17 charts that will enrich your knowledge in geography, nutrition, linguistics & anything in-between!

12 Beautiful Facts About the Charming Act of Kissing

Such interesting facts about the act of kissing...

These Photos Prove: Time & Angle Make All the Difference!

These fascinating comparison photos highlight what a huge difference time angle can make!

18 Fun Facts You Likely Never Heard of Cutely Illustrated

Don't the cute exterior of these illustrations deceive you. This is a real treasure trove of fascinating facts about the world we live in

How About Learning Some Fun SLANG From Colonial Times?

Here are 14 fascinating words from Colonial times that sadly didn’t survive until the present days, but we certainly think they’re worth bringing back!

8 Honest-to-God Facts that Are Just too Weird to Believe

A list of bizarre yet true facts

How Many of These Facts About Common Items Do You Know?

Do you know about these facts for common products?

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’.

Collection: The Greatest Moments in History

A collection of fascinating, sometimes controversial and surprising stories from the annals of history. Explore and learn about the fascinating past of humanity and some of its most outstanding figures.