Collection: The Most Influential People In History

The collection before you is one that celebrates the most incredible people in history that inspire, motivate, amaze us and show us the way.

The Dark and Fascinating History of the Romanov Family

For more than three hundred years, the Romanov family had absolute power over Russia, this is their fascinating story.

15 Candid Snapshots of the Past That Feel Surreal Now

Let's take a look at some fascinating vintage photos that give us a fascinating glimpse of what life used to be in the past.

15 Perceptive One-Liners by the Great Charles Darwin

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

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!

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

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

Where Did Famous Tongue-Twisters Come From?

Many traditional tongue twisters have long histories full of unexpected twists and turns - not unlike the acrobatics our tongue goes through as we pronounce them.

Where Did These Common Sayings Come From? Fascinating!

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

Eccentric Rulers: 6 Bizarre Monarchs Throughout History

These eccentric monarchs throughout history have quite a story to tell...

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.

Did You Know These Vintage Items Might Be Worth Something?

Did you know that there are certain items in your home that might just be worth something? Take a look at these 12 vintage items that may be valuable.

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!

We Bet You Didn’t Know These Surprising Facts!

The more we learn about the world, the better can we understand how marvelous, fascinating, and unexpected it is. Here are 12 surprising facts to prove it.

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.

20 Stunning Photos That'll Bring Happiness to Your Day

without saying anything, here are 20 photos that say a thousand words.

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!

Improve Your Critical Thinking Skills with These Great Tips

If you want to improve your critical thinking skills then you should take a look at these fantastic tips.

13 Unusual Facts You Didn’t Know You Needed to Learn Today

It's time for another cool collection of fascinating facts!

12 Beautiful Plants That Will Transform Your Windows

Brighten your home with these gorgeous window plants.

4 Of the Strangest Unsolved Mysteries of All Time

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

21 Incredible Items Unearthed by Metal Detectors

Metal detecting is a surprisingly popular hobby. Here are some of the coolest and most valuable items found by amateur metal detector hobbyists.

You’d Be Surprised at How Valuable These Old Items Are!

These 9 ordinary old items that could be extremely valuable today. Some of them may be collecting dust in your home right now...

Older Characters Steal the Show in These Brilliant Films

Here are ten unforgettable films where older characters take the lead in extraordinary ways.

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 Wonderful Shots Are From Many Special Times Gone By

Nostalgia can be a beautiful thing, and these beautiful black and white images reinforce that notion. Jump back into the past with these shots.

Panama Canal: Engineering Miracle with a Shocking History

You may not know it but the Panama Canal is one of the 20th century's greatest achievements. When you read its incredible history you will understand why.

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!

6 Ways to Be Liked According to Top FBI Secret Agent

No one knows more about how to gain friends and trust than a top FBI secret agent. Here he provides 6 amazing rules to help you be loved by all.

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?