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Cross-country skier Janine Shepherd hoped for an Olympic medal -- until she was hit by a truck during a training bike ride. She shares a powerful story about the human potential for recovery. Her message: you are not your body, and giving up old dreams can allow new ones to soar. |
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Ted Talk: What's at the Bottom of the Ocean?
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What is Our Executive Brain, and How Can One Improve It?
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Science: Can AI Preserve Our Most Precious Memories?
Technologist Pau Aleikum Garcia talks about synthetic memories.
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Can A.I Catch What Doctors Miss? A Fascinating Talk
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Why We Sleep: A Fascinating Lecture!
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These Native American Achievements Are Truly Outstanding!
Read all about ten of the greatest achievements that the Native Americans made before the arrival of Europeans
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Nostalgia can be a beautiful thing, and these beautiful black and white images reinforce that notion. Jump back into the past with these shots.
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.
23 Strange But Fascinating Facts You’ll Want to Know
Here are 23 extraordinary facts that will expand your understanding of the world we live in.
The USA 115 Years Ago... What Was It LIKE?
We take so much for granted in the modern world. Read through these astonishing facts and realize just how different life was in the US back in 1910.
Do These Chores Once and Forget About Them for a Year
Are you wasting your time on these chores every day of the week? Don’t. Tackling them once a year is just fine.
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Weaponry in the Middle Ages Was Truly Fascinating!
Weapons in the Middle Ages were truly unusual and extraordinary. Some were so remarkable that they sound made up!
The Most Exciting Archaeological Discoveries of 2024
Let’s dig into the most fascinating archaeological moments of 2024.
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These Kids Proved They’re the Smartest in the World!
Get ready to meet some of the most impressive young minds to hit the Got Talent stage.
Rare Footage: Historical Photos Renewed with Color
Old historical photos have been through expert recoloring and retouching in order to bring the past back to the present!
When Inventors Met a Tragic End from Their Own Creations
While many inventors reaped the rewards of their work, a few unfortunate others paid the ultimate price.
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Meet Lydian Nadhaswaram – The Piano Prodigy of India
Watch child prodigy Lydian Nadhaswaram switch between several famous movie score montages on the piano.
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Time Travel Back to the 19th Century in This Vintage Video
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Where Did 'Murphy's Law' Come From?
Learn the origin of this common phrase - Murphy's Law
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These stores are setting new standards for what shopping should feel like.
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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.
Older Characters Steal the Show in These Brilliant Films
Here are ten unforgettable films where older characters take the lead in extraordinary ways.
13 Honest Charts & Graphs That Describe Our Lives Too Well
Artist Irina Blok's illustrated charts and graphs about everyday life are so relatable.
Watch These Old Historical Photos Come Magically to Life
Russian animator Alexey Zakharov has managed to achieve something amazing: he animates old photos and turns them into film. You've got to see this.
These Slang Words Are Sure to Tickle Your Funny Bone
We’ve collected 11 silly-sounding slang words starting from Victorian times all the way to the present day so that all of us could have a good laugh!
20 Compliments to Show Your Friends You Appreciate Them
Our friends deserve to be appreciated from time to time. These compliments will surely make them smile.
18 Historical Photos Brought to Life in Glorious Color!
These glorious photos show history in full color.
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The Real Life Spy Who Inspired the James Bond Series
Dusko Popov served as a double-agent spy during World War II. He also happened to cross paths with James Bond's creator, Ian Fleming...
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.
These Vintage Photos are Both Funny & Bizarre!
Check out these 15 weird sights from the past, which you certainly won't see nowadays!
You’ll Love Learning Of These Surprising Facts!
We assure you - these 14 facts are as entertaining and as they are unbelievable!
Hilarious: When Words Sound Alike But Mean Different...
Homophones are words that sound exactly the same, but aren't spelled the same and mean something different. Here are 15 that are the wordiest of words.
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!
20 Stunning Photos That'll Bring Happiness to Your Day
without saying anything, here are 20 photos that say a thousand words.
Let’s Learn About 7 of the Longest Words!
Did you know that the longest word to appear in literature clocks at a staggering 183 letters? Find out about more such longest words.
These Inventions Changed the World Beyond All Recognition
Some inventions meant that the world changed beyond all recognition. In this interactive video post, you'll see nine of the greatest.
These Max Shows Will Keep You Glued to Your Screen
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Full Documentary: The Fascinating History of the Dark Ages
Watch this fascinating documentary that sheds some great insight into how Rome fell, and what the Dark Ages actually consisted of.
These Fun Infographics Will Pique Your Interest!
Become more knowledgeable and more powerful today without boredom. Check out these fascinating maps and infographics!
These Famous Characters are Based On Real People...
Did you know that certain characters draw heavily on real-life people? Here are 10 iconic characters that were based on people that really existed.
Why is South Korea Experiencing a Population Crisis?
What are the reasons behind South Korea's population problem, the worst in the world.
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This Fascinating Video Explores the Origins of Mankind
This video will explain exactly what our prehistoric ancestors used to get up to. Fascinating!
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What Features Are Missing From the English Language?
English is incredible, but what can it learn from other languages? What features do English speakers miss out on?
Hark Back to Meiji-Era Japan With These Stunning Pictures
The Meiji Era was a time of great change for Japan, transforming from a feudal state into a capitalist, imperialist one. Take a look at these stunning pictures.
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