Can You Believe These Words Didn’t Exist Before the 1970s?

When a new words spreads it seems it's been around forever. But in reality, many of the words we use everyday are quite new. These didn't exist before the 1970s.

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’.

11 English Words You Didn't Know Were Actually Spanish!

Learn about the Spanish etymology of 11 words in American English (and a bonus at the end!)

1950’s Slang Is a Blast! Learn 10 Essential Terms

These 10 words and phrases are the essentials of 1950’s slang, some of which we still use today...

Instead of Plastic, These People Used Smart Alternatives

Check out 14 excellent examples of people and companies fighting the global plastic problem.

INTERACTIVE: Click on the Old Photos to Bring Them Alive

Although we imagine the world prior the 1950s in terms of black and white, new colorization techniques have changed everything. Enjoy this interactive post.

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.

These 11 Quotes Don’t Belong to Those You Think They Do

Surprising quotations that were completely miscredited. Some have commonalities with the supposed authors, while others are completely off...

Meet the 10 Most Influential Figures of the Renaissance

Learn about the 10 most influential characters from the rebirth of Western civilization, including sculptors, painters, architects, writers, humanists, scientists, and philosophers.

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.

6 World Famous Figures Who Kept Their Identity a Secret

Being famous doesn't have to mean everyone knows everything about you - these 6 enigmatic figures are world-famous yet no one truly knows who they are.

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!

10 Jaw-Dropping History Facts We Never Knew Were True...

These little-known historical facts and stories show us just how little we all know about life’s mysteries and history’s twists and turns.

Discover What These Famous People Had to Say

Famous people, in addition to leaving us with their contributions to the world, also left us with many great quotes. Here are 20 quotes from famous people.

10 Blood-Curdling Facts From Modern Life and History

These 10 creepy facts will send shivers down your spine!

12 Unique Valentine’s Day Traditions From Around the Globe

This article is dedicated to unique traditions different cultures have for Valentine's Day. Some of these will surely surprise you...

Just Wanted to Say: HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!

Halloween is the time for ghouls, witches and strange bumps in the night. Share some of your holiday excitement by sending these video greetings to a loved one!

Do You Remember the Moments That Defined the 1960s?

The 1960s were a hugely important decade, setting the tone for the next 50 years that succeeded then. Here are 10 of the things that defined the decade.

These Nutrition Apps Will Help You Lead a Healthy Life

These free food and nutrition apps will help you lead a healthy lifestyle.

6 Famous Places And Objects Which Never Existed

If you hear a story enough times, eventually you will start believing it's true. Here are 6 examples of famous historical places and objects which never existed...

This Could’ve Been the Worst Nuclear Catastrophe in the US

In 1961, the US avoided a major nuclear disaster thanks to sheer luck...

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.

Spooky! Science Can't Explain These 8 Phenomena

Here are some of the most common inexplicable phenomena - from ghosts to man-like beasts, to unexplained feats of the mind itself.

8 Bizarre Customs From Not-So-Long Ago

Here are 8 practices that used to be viewed as normal in the past, but today they seem bizarre, dangerous... or both!