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!

This Fascinating Tree Shows How Languages Are Connected

Most of the languages that we speak today can be placed into a couple of groups by their origin. Find out more here.

8 Ordinary English Words With Surprisingly Spicy Origins

The origins of all these 8 seemingly innocent words - e.g. gymnasium, avocado, and nice - are not for the faint of heart, as they're quite naughty!

10 World War I Inventions We Still Use Every Day

From trench coats, to pilates and blood banks, all of these 10 things we think of as very modern were actually conceived during WWI.

Do You Know What All These Acronyms Stand For?

There are many famous acronyms around, but do you know what they stand for? Here are 21 acronyms you've always wondered about.

8 Shocking Items Unearthed During a Home Renovation

If you’re planning a home renovation, be prepared for the unexpected, as you may dig up some pretty surprising things, like the people in these 8 cool stories

Add Extra Sunshine to Your Life With These Feel-Good Books

Need a little pick-me-up? These feel-good books are guaranteed to leave you smiling.

You Won’t Believe What These Old Buildings Once Were

Check out these cool pictures of some old buildings that have now been completely transformed.

These 11 Alcoholic Drinks Have a Fascinating History!

In this article, we’ll tell you about the truly fascinating origins of 11 time-honored cocktails!

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.

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.

With Epitaphs Like These, How Can They Ever Be Forgotten?

Check out this collection of 15 different epitaphs, ranging from emotional ones to highly humorous ones.

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.

20 Age-Old Objects of Great Historical and Artistic Beauty

These 20 age-old artifacts have survived through the ages, and they’re here to tell the stories of their owners and creators.

These Regulations Should be Adopted by Every Country!

There are weird laws in different parts of the world, but some of them are so amazingly beneficial, they should be put into use everywhere.

Frazil, Haboob & Other Weather Words Your Didn't Know

You might have heard a few of these meteorological terms before, but you probably don’t know what they mean.

10 Amazing Facts You Didn't Know About Christmas

With Christmas just a few days away, get to know these fun and interesting facts about the festival to get into the holiday spirit.

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.

18 of the Most Incredibly-Timed Photos You'll Ever See

These photos will leave you in awe of their timing. The visual impact they have is staggering. Take a look at these 18 images.

25 Old Photos That Show How Different the World Used To Be

Check out this amazing collection of vintage pictures that show us how much the world around us has changed.

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.

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.

14 Old Photos That Show Just How Hard Life Once Was

Remember when doing even the basic tasks took hours? These photos do.

Where Did These Common Sayings Come From? Fascinating!

You're probably aware of these common sayings, but where did they originate from? Fascinating!

15 Perceptive One-Liners by the Great Charles Darwin

Here are some profound pieces of wisdom from Charles Darwin, the father of evolution.