In 2016 the world said a sad but fond farewell to many historically significant men and women. This Time magazine video celebrates the lives of some of these individuals in their own words. As you watch this film and ponder the lives of these and other people you have admired and loved, take to heart the following immortal words of poet Alfred Lord Tennyson:
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Let This Famous Poem Sweep You Away...
This poem is all about coming to a fork in the road in life and having to make a decision one way or the other. Watch it on video now.
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You Weren't Born Shy: A Great Motivational Speech!
Stone Thomas gives a beautiful little story that teaches us some life lessons.
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The People We Said Goodbye to This Year of 2025
As we close the chapter on 2025, we pause to remember the extraordinary individuals who left us this year.
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How to Make Learning as Addictive and Fun as Social Media?
In the following talk, Luis von Ahn explains the background behind the app's development and describes how he ran into a very tough problem to crack - how do you make learning fun and engaging in a world of TikTok, Instagram and similar apps?
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5 Real Life Heroes Caught On Camera Saving Lives
These people were caught on camera acting like real heroes, saving lives and helping those in traumatic situations.
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Ted Talk: When a Rape Victim Confronts the Rapist
In this ted talk, a woman talks about and confronts her rapist and talks about forgiveness.
15 Powerful Images That'll Make Ponder
Here are some motivational pictures that will help you get through the weekend.
14 Photos That Prove Just How Tough Winter Can Be!
Winter, as these photos undoubtedly show, is one of the toughest times of the year!
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.
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The Most Beautiful Asian Royal Crowns
This video will show you 10 famous crowns from Asia and their fascinating histories.
12 Love Stories of Couples that Grew Better with Age
12 couples share their stories of growing old together, alongside a dose of worldly wisdom.
When an Ancient Egyptian Tomb Was Opened, This Was Inside
Finding Tutankhamun's tomb was one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in history. These recolored photos capture those incredible days.
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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!
The Weird and Wonderful History of Perfume!
Perfume has been around for centuries and this article takes a look at its strange history.
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.
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Rescued from the Fighting Pits - Sam`s Story
The true soul of a dog is kind, no matter what they go through in life. Sam is a testament to that.
15 Profound Words of Wisdom by the Great Leonardo da Vinci
Legendary painter Leonardo da Vinci had a way with words too and his thoughts on life serve as an inspiration to many.
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.
On Operation Mincemeat and How It Fooled the Nazis
one of the strangest and most brilliant deceptions in the history of warfare, and at its center was a dead man who had never existed.
History: Why Captain Morgan Was Hailed a Hero in the UK
Read through the fascinating story of Captain Henry Morgan.
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Even the Simplest Things Look SO Awesome in Slow Motion!
An incredibly cool compilation of epic slow motion shots of everyday things.
These 24 Fascinating Photographs Will Surprise & Amaze You
Here are 24 of the most amazing and surprising photographs ever seen on the internet!
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Watch Andrea Bocelli and His Daughter Perform "Hallelujah"
Watch the legendary singer Andrea Bocelli perform a beautiful rendition of the famous song "Hallelujah" with his little daughter.
12 of the Most Inexplicably Weird Things Ever Discovered
In the world, a lot of discoveries often raise more questions than they answer. Here are 12 of the most inexplicably weird things and places ever found.
21 Fascinating Things You Never Gave Much Thought To
Take a look at 21 strange things that will change the way you see the world.
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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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10 of the Longest Reigning Monarchs in World History
If you're judging a monarch's success by the number of years they reign, these 10 monarchs are the absolute best!
I Love Seeing People Completely Change Their Body
I love seeing the physical manifestation of people's true will to better themselves.
What a Mesmerizingly Beautiful Blooming Flowers Timelapse!
It took one photographer 9 months to record the images for this mesmerizing timelapse film. Watch flowers bloom like never before.
13 Honest Charts & Graphs That Describe Our Lives Too Well
Artist Irina Blok's illustrated charts and graphs about everyday life are so relatable.
View Before and After Pictures of People - 30 Years Apart!
A photographer tracked down his subjects from way back when for a reunion shot involving people he hadn't seen in 30 years. Take a look at the amazing results.
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Take a 4K, Vivid Walk Through the Streets of 1911 New York
Watching this 110 year old restored video if New York actually feels like a glimpse to a time long gone.
The Medieval Disease That’s Perplexing Science to This Day
Past epidemics have turned into a hot topic recently, but there is one disease that seems to be forgotten. What is the sweating sickness and how did it originate?
These Archeological Finds Continue to Baffle Researchers
Some archeological discoveries that have been made simply cannot be explained away by modern researchers. Here are 15 of these baffling finds.
What Toll Does a Bad Economy Take on Our Psyche?
This article examines how a bad economy affects our mental health, including common psychological responses like anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and heightened financial stress.
Wow! This Courageous Man Survived at Sea for 438 Days!
Salvador Alvarenga was lost at sea for 438 days. This is the story of his survival.
The Best Movies That Lost Best Picture at the Oscars
Here’s a look at some of the most memorable films that missed out on Best Picture at the Oscars.
15 Things That Remind Us of a Time When Life Was Simpler
Have a look at these 15 different trends and customs from yesteryear that really need to come back into fashion!
Historical Window: Looking at Women Workers in WWI
Women made a significant contribution to the Allied effort during both World Wars. Take a look as these fascinating photos of women at work during WWI.
10 Words We Use Every Day That Shakespeare Made Popular
Shakespeare is believed to have invented 1,700 words, but these 10 should be taken off the list, as he didn't invent, but popularized them.
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Meet Jacques Bailly - the King of the Spelling Bee
Meet Jacques Bailly, the official pronouncer of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
10 Old-Fashioned Pet Names to Try On Your Sweetheart
Every era had its own words for ‘darling’ and ‘sweetheart’. Check out this list of very unusual and surprising historical pet names
The Origins of these 10 Olympic Words is Fascinating
You use these popular sports words all the time. But do you know where they come from?
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A Romantic Heart Beats in This Singing Priest's Chest
Marriage is a holy sacrament the beauty of which can scarcely be expressed in mere words. No wonder it compelled this overcome priest to burst into song...
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.
21 Incredible Items Unearthed by Metal Detectors
Metal detecting is a surprisingly popular hobby. Here are some of the coolest and most valuable items found by amateur metal detector hobbyists.
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