I’m so glad I’m around at this point in history because amazing facts and stories happen every day. With each fact, my mind blows a little more. Here are some amazing tidbits that will give your brain a workout and perhaps help you in a game of trivial pursuit. |
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10 Facts About Sharks That Are Terrifying Yet Fascinating
Sharks are truly mysterious and formidable beasts, and these facts are just a few unique characteristics we’ve learned about them.
I Thought These are Made Up, But They're the Honest Truth
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Common Misconceptions About the Roman Empire
Not everything we hear and read about the Ancient Roman Empire is true, you know... These facts, for example, turned out to be pure fiction!
7 Facts About Ancient Humans That May Surprise You
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5 Strange Lesser Known Stories About the British Monarchy
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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.
Smart Synonyms for 16 Words That Will Elevate Your Speech
Sound smarter and enrich your lexicon with these 16 clever alternatives to ordinary English words
These Acrobatic Performances Will Make Your Jaw Drop
A breathtaking compilation of the 100 best female acrobatic performances by Cirque du Soleil
Take a Close Look at the World's Thinnest Skyscraper
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Marvel at the World’s Most Impressive Megaprojects
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These Words Capture the Complexities of Love
Love is a complex emotion, and other languages have found ways of expressing it in a way that English cannot.
11 Surprising Facts About Dictionaries You Never Knew!
Learn some little-known yet fascinating facts about dictionaries that will help you appreciate them a little more.
Hair Tutorial, the 18th Century Edition
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She Will Never Forget Her Marriage Proposal. Ever.
This is a Marriage Proposal For the Books...
The Ancient Origins of the Chinese Crime Triads
Learn how one of the scariest crime syndicates in the world came to be.
15 MOST Expensive Possessions in the World!
This is a list of the most expensive items sold in the past decade that features some of the most prized possessions of history and art!
The Most Heavily Guarded Places on the Planet.
You'll never break into any of these places, not without an army.
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.
This Group of Old Ladies is Amazing. I'm Inspired.
The Amazing Story of 'The Optimists'.
10 Things You Didn't Know Were Invented By Native Americans
Learn about some super useful inventions that the Native Americans contributed to the world.
How Companies Deceive Us All - 20 Pictures
As these 20 pictures prove, companies are constantly lying about the size and the quality of their products through deceptive packaging!
Pet Care: Common Mistakes That Rabbit Owners Often Make
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These Mysterious Cases of Exorcism Are Infamous...
History is full of demon possession and ecorcism stories, which will make your spine crawl. Here are three such mysterious cases.
The 20 Most Impressive and Random Collections People Keep
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These Are Quite Possibly the Most Famous Undercover Agents
Few individuals are equipped and trained for the work of a spy, but those that are live on in infamy, like these 7 famous spies
Can a 20-Year-Old Man Be the One Who Will Save the Oceans?
a 20-year-old man came up with an ingenious way to cleanup the ocean with minimal effort.
8 Absurd Medical Cures Doctors Once Thought Made Sense
Here, we look back at some truly bizarre and unusual medical practices that would sound outright absurd today.
WATCH: These Jugglers Are Incredibly Skillful
Juggling is harder than it seems at first glance. Its difficulty increases exponentially with every object added. Take a look at these awesome jugglers.
The Mother and Son Dance That Surprised All!
This mother and groom dance starts very peacefully, but takes a wild turn, and definitely for the best. Hilarious and fun!
Go Behind the Scenes of the Roman Colosseum’s Construction
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Blind Man Sees His Wife and Child For the First Time
This man has been legally blind for 15 years, but thanks to eSight, he is able to see again and can now look at his wife and child for the first time.
14 Fun Facts That Show You How Interesting the World is
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A Moment in History: The Ghost Army that Scared the Nazis!
One of the most fascinating army units during World War II was constantly at the front lines, but never did any fighting...
These Dogs' Lives are Anything But Ruff...
These fine pooches are enjoying life to the fullest!
Wish Everyone You Love a Very Happy Easter
Choose from our 10 special Easter celebration greetings cards to send to those you are thinking of at this special time of the year.
6 Low-Tech Solutions That Fixed High Tech Problems
In these fascinating true stories, the simplest low tech solutions proved efficient in fixing the most elaborate high tech problems.
Have a Very Merry Star Wars Christmas!
You've never seen a light display like this before.
What If the Coronavirus Pandemic Lasted Over a Year?
This video shows one way things might unfold if the Coronavirus lockdown lasts for over 1.5 years, and it certainly raises some interesting points.
Fun History: How Pink Became the ‘Official’ Girls’ Color
It seems like a natural law of the world at this point, but actually, pink wasn’t always associated with girls. This video explains how the phenomenon began.
Take a Look at the Rarest Dog Breeds from Around the World
Check out this video that features the rarest and most fascinating dog breeds from all over the world.
How I Would Love to Walk in New York of a Century Ago
These images of old New York, supplied by the Library of Congress, give us an idea of what life was like in the early 1900s in this city.
12 Genius Ancient Chinese Inventions We Use to This Today
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Full Documentary: The Fascinating History of the Dark Ages
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This Inventor Designed 800 of the World’s Most Iconic Toys
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Was The First Famous War Photo in History Staged?
“The Valley of the Shadow of Death” is the first famous war photo in history, but journalists started questioning its genuineness. Was this famous photo staged?
12 Crash Course Videos That Will Expand Your Horizons
Quarantine is an opportunity to learn something new! Check out this well-made series of videos that cover almost any topic you can think of!