New Ebola Vaccine Tested by Doctors in Liberia
Three years after its outbreak, doctors are still trying to work out how the Ebola virus was transmitted to humans. So far more than 10,000 people have been killed. Now doctors are working on a vaccine with survivors.
Devastating Italy Earthquake: View Before & After Pictures
The Italian town of Amatrice and surrounding towns were hit by a devastating earthquake on August 24th. View the before and after pictures here.
Is Google Going to Demand Payment for Its New Searches?
Google might start charging for access to search results that use generative artificial intelligence tools.
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A Year in Review: The Major Events of 2025
2025 was a year of highs and lows that left its mark on all of us. Take a look back at the biggest moments that defined this unforgettable year:
Newspaper Headlines Can Sometimes Be Ridiculously Funny
Sometimes newspaper headlines are just so bizarre that you are left scratching your head at what exactly happened.
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Year 2015 in Review: What A Year!
Revisit all the huge events that made a difference in 2015 and relive the emotions with us.
March 17th, 2017: A Roundup of the Week's Biggest Stories
This week has been a big one for important events, not least the sixth anniversary of the star of the Syrian Civil War. Here's a roundup of this week's news.
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The Man Who Saved 669 Children
Sir Nicholas Winton organised the rescue and passage to Britain of about 669, Czechoslovakian children, mostly Jewish, destined for the Nazi death camps before World War II in an operation known as the Czech Kindertransport. This video is the BBC Pro
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!
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How a Principal Inspired Students With a Dance Routine
To make his students do more exercise, a Chinese principal asked them to dance…
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.
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.
11 Clever Contronyms - Same Word, Opposite Meanings
Have you ever heard of contronyms? Here’s a hint - these are words that contradict themselves.
18 Amazing Facts About Very Well-Known Brands
There are some really interesting and amazing facts about some of the world's most well-known brands, and you're about to learn 18 of them right now!
10 Quirky FACTOIDS About Music Everyone Will Love
These weird and wonderful facts about music will astound you!
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?
22 Old Photos That Really Make History Come Alive
Looking through these old black and white photos you can really learn a lot about history and the world. These 22 photos generates that mind-blowing spark and teaches you something new.
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21 Fascinating Facts About Word Origins You Never Knew
Linguist Gareth Roberts provides some fascinating insights into the origins of different words.
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God Thought Long & Hard Before Creating the Dog...
They do say dogs are our best friend, and there is a reason for that.
Keep a Conversation Flowing With These Historical Facts
If a conversation you're having starts to stall, just throw out some of these amazing historical facts and you’ll be talking long into the night!
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Was This The Earliest Urban Civilization in Human History?
Find out the secrets of one of the earliest urban civilizations in human history.
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Will the Alcatraz Mystery Ever Be Solved?
What happened to the three prisoners who managed to escape from Alcatraz prison? All is revealed in this intriguing documentary.
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WATCH: 110-Year-Old Supercentenarian Talks of Life
Born in 1906, and having served in the South Pacific during WWII, Richard Overton is the US' oldest living veteran. Watch this video about his remarkable life.
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Do You Know What Goes Into the Average Marshmallow?
Marshmallows are one of the most beloved treats in the US. But do you know what they're actually made of and hoe they are produced?
These Crazy Pawn Shop Stories Will Have You in Stitches
Check out these weird and hilarious stories that pawn shop workers have encountered over the years.
The Amber Room Is The World’s Greatest Lost Treasure
The whereabouts of the Amber Room is one of the biggest mysteries haunting the world since the end of World War II...
10 Times You’ve Quoted Shakespeare Without Realizing It...
William Shakespeare had a huge impact on modern English, so much so that most of us are quoting the great bard every day without even realizing it!
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Watch This Dog Reunited With Her Owner. Bring a Hanky.
A video of Little Luna the dog being rescued by Hope For Paws and reunited with her owner.
Ruby Chocolate is More Than Just Its Pretty Pink Color
Ruby chocolate, the "fourth type of chocolate", has been gaining a lot of attention of late. Is it really a different type of chocolate?
The Fascinating Histories of 8 Everyday Hand Gestures
We hardly give gestures like thumbs up or crossed fingers a second thought, but these signs have backstories and origins, and they are quite fascinating!
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Meet Lydian Nadhaswaram – The Piano Prodigy of India
Watch child prodigy Lydian Nadhaswaram switch between several famous movie score montages on the piano.
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Watch This Couple Go Through 60 Years of Aging...
This young couple found out with some magical help from talented makeup artists. The results are remarkable, and the ending filled my eyes with tears.
Meet 10 Teachers Who Made Our World a Better Place
Without the right teacher, educating children and adults alike would be close to impossible, so here's a list of 10 teachers who changed the world!
These Gigantic Comparisons Will Blow Your Mind!
From The Titanic to the world's largest radio telescope, each and every one of these comparisons will surprise you when seen from a different perspective.
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.
15 Powerful Images That'll Make Ponder
Here are some motivational pictures that will help you get through the weekend.
Don’t Fall For These Popular Food Safety Myths
There are a lot of misconceptions about food safety. Here are some common ones you shouldn’t believe.
10 of the OLDEST Perfumes in the World
Here's a list of 10 perfumes on the scale from vintage to antique you can still buy today WITHOUT breaking the bank!
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.
The Weird and Wonderful History of Perfume!
Perfume has been around for centuries and this article takes a look at its strange history.
These Everyday Optical Illusions Are Truly Mesmerizing!
Optical illusions can be found all around us, as these 15 photos well and truly prove.
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History: What Was Life in Germany Like Right After WWII?
From the ashes of the Third Reich, discover how the struggle for survival in a destroyed capital sowed the first seeds of the Cold War.
Thomas Edison’s Most Inspiring Words of Wisdom
These memorable quotes by Thomas Edison still hold meaning for anyone chasing big goals.
22 ODD Facts You Didn’t Know—and Still Might Not Believe
This collection digs up the most peculiar truths that slipped through the cracks of common knowledge.
10 Common Phrases You’re Probably Saying Wrong
You’ve misused these sayings for years!
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These 5 Extraordinary People Really Are Superhumans!
This gripping documentary tells the stories of five exceptionally talented people with unique gifts.
A Few Beautiful Thoughts About True Friendship...
We should never forget the gift that is true friendship...
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!
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