The world hides more strangeness than we realize. Every day things we take for granted have backstories that sound made up.
This collection digs up the most peculiar truths that slipped through the cracks of common knowledge. Some will make you laugh, others might unsettle you, but all are verified. You probably won’t use any of these in everyday life, but they’ll definitely stick in your head. If you’re in the mood for strange info that actually holds up, you’re in the right place.
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20 Mind-Blowing Facts That Sound Completely Made Up
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10 Sinister Facts About the World We Live In
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Bizarre But True: 15 Fascinating Facts That Surprised Us
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The Most Unbelievable Land Boom in US History
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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!
These Lesser-Known History Facts Are Rather Surprising
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7 Conspiracy Stories that Turned Out to be True
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5 Strange Lesser Known Stories About the British Monarchy
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These 6 Mysterious Objects Can't Be Explained by Anyone
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15 Amazing Items of the Past People Found in Their Homes
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That Time Sinatra Told a True Story About Don Rickles
40 years ago Frank Sinatra appeared on the Johnny Carson show. Unbeknownst to him, Don Rickles surprised him by appearing there, and Sinatra told a funny and true story about the both of them.
25 Incredible Facts About the Famous Genghis Khan
Genghis Khan struck fear into the hearts of his subjects during his reign, but there's a lot more to the man than meets the eye. Here are 25 intriguing facts.
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Cute Overload: Dreaming Puppies!
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This Animal Video is Sure to Turn a Smile Into a Grin!
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20 Things Most People Think Are the Same, But Aren't!
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CDs Become Magic Tools in This Mind-Bending Act
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These 6 People Have an IQ Higher Than Einstein!
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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!
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Irena Sendler - The Woman Who Saved Over 2000 Lives
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What are the reasons behind South Korea's population problem, the worst in the world.
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.
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5 Widespread Legal Myths Dispelled by a Lawyer
Do you have to wait 24 hours to report a missing person? Can you marry your cousin? The answers from this lawyer to both of these questions will surprise you!
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These Acrobatic Performances Will Make Your Jaw Drop
A breathtaking compilation of the 100 best female acrobatic performances by Cirque du Soleil
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!
6 World Famous Figures Who Kept Their Identity a Secret
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The Incredible History of China's Terracotta Army
China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang Di, had built a platoon of clay soldiers to accompany him in the afterlife. Find out more about this unusual piece of history.
WW2 Changed These Places Greatly. How Do They Look Now?
Incredible! This is how the war has changed these places.
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The Most Beautiful Asian Royal Crowns
This video will show you 10 famous crowns from Asia and their fascinating histories.
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This Is One of The Most Beautiful Duets I've Ever Heard
Watch this mesmerizing duet from 1981 featuring Donovan and Crystal Gayle. This live performance is their rendition of the classic 60s song ‘Catch the Wind’
These American Facts Are The Strangest I've Ever Heard
We all know the saying "truth is stranger than fiction", and judging from these 15 strange facts, it can certainly be applied to the USA, too!
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Facts from History You’ve Likely Never Heard Before
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Dogs: A Super Collection of Posts On Man's Best Friend
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8 Shocking Items Unearthed During a Home Renovation
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15 Movie Facts That Will Make You Want to Watch Again...
hese facts can change the way you look at iconic moments, reveal unexpected connections, or show just how inventive filmmakers had to be.
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What's the Secret of Reigniting Desire in a Relationship?
The desire for erotic stimulation stands in contrast to the desire for a stable relationship. So how can we get past this. This witty TED talk informs us.
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A Christmas Classic Sung Beautifully by Andrea Bocelli
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These beautiful Japanese proverbs offer invaluable lessons on love, life, and wisdom.
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