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!

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.

The World Never Ceases to Amaze Us with Its Unusual Sights

This photo collection will take you on a tour through some of the most unbelievable sights around the world - something we all could enjoy these days!

These So-Called Facts Have Been Officially Disproved!

These beliefs we were taught as concrete facts were disproved and are no longer true!

22 Words Uttered By Writers In Their Final Moments

The world's most famous writers had a way with words right up until the point of their deaths, as these 22 images are about to show you.

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 10 Documentaries Are a Must for Curious Minds

You can’t miss these thought-provoking documentaries.

5 Historical Battles that Have Quite the Story to Tell

Read all about five of the most historically important battles to have ever graced this earth, many of which were fought and won by the underdogs.

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.

These Inventors Absolutely Hate Their Creations

These 7 inventions became world famous and even world changing... yet their inventors deeply regret them.

17 Terrific Charts to Expand Your General Knowledge

We have a treat for all lifelong learners. It’s a list of 17 charts that will enrich your knowledge in geography, nutrition, linguistics & anything in-between!

4 Of the Strangest Unsolved Mysteries of All Time

Despite investigators' best efforts, these strange mysteries have remained unsolved...

51 of the Tastiest Cheeses From All Over the World!

In this article you’ll find 51 of the tastiest cheeses from around the world. Some you have probably heard of, while others will be totally new to you!

These Vintage Photos are Both Funny & Bizarre!

Check out these 15 weird sights from the past, which you certainly won't see nowadays!

10 Unmissable Historical Fiction Novels You Must Read

If you’re a fan of history, then these books have to be on your to-read list.

12 Roman Quotes and Proverbs Well-Worth Remembering

Each of these 12 Roman phrase offers a glimpse into the mindset of a civilization that shaped the Western world.

Was This the WORST Year in Human History?

We thought 2020 was probably the worst year in human history. But wait till you read about the chaos that ensued in 536 AD.

These Foods Are Considered Bad Luck on New Year’s!

It's considered extremely unlucky to eat these foods before the New Year.

15 Illuminating Quotes to Remember When You Overthink

The next time you feel like you are slipping into an overthinking spree, remember these illuminating quotes.

If You Have Old Toys Laying Around, You Might Be Rich

If you've got any of these toys from the 1980s laying around, then you might just be sitting on a goldmine!

A Nostalgic Trip to the Major Events of the 30's and 40's

Take our hand and lets go on a Quick nostalgic trip to the main events the defined the 30's and the 40's.

14 Old Photos That Show Just How Hard Life Once Was

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

The Real Bonnie and Clyde: 7 Facts About the Outlaw Couple

Media depicts them as glamourous, fearless outlaws. But what was behind the myth of Bonnie and Clyde? These 7 lesser-known facts tell their story.

The Surprising Origin of 5 Everyday Practices and Items

We all know the Ancient Greeks gave us democracy but what about birthday cakes? These are 5 everyday things you didn't know originated in Ancient Greece.