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?
15 Historical Figures Recreated Into Modern Humans
In this collection, you will get to see how some popular historical figures would have looked like as modern day humans.
History Is Brought Alive With These Colorized Old Photos
Check out this collection of some really amazing historical photos that have been given new life after being digitally colorized.
13 Colorized Historical Pics You Shouldn’t Miss!
The past comes to life in these beautifully-colorized historic photographs.
Ancient History Comes to Life With These Reconstructions
Take a look at these amazing reconstructions of the faces of famous people from ancient Greece and Rome.
The 12 Moonwalkers: The Men Who Touched The Lunar Surface
Here's a look at the only 12 men in history to have walked on the surface of the moon.
The Most Relaxing Panflute Music to Soothe Your Soul
Enjoy this soulful panflute performance against the backdrop of magnificent landscapes.
Irena Sendler - The Woman Who Saved Over 2000 Lives
Get to know the amazing story of Irena Sendler, a social worker who saved the lives of over 2000 Jewish children During World War II
13 World Famous Projects That Are Actually Unfinished!
Did you know that George Washington's portrait on the 100 Dollar Bill was actually an unfinished painting? Learn about 13 famous unfinished projects here
The Purple Hue That Changed the World
In 1856, a chemistry student accidentally created a strange substance with a rich purple color. In just a few years, his creation changed the world...
This Lost WWII Postcard Is a Moving Glimpse Into History
Bill Caldwell's family was astonished to receive a postcard from him - sent in 1943!
Check Out the SPECTACULAR Dance Routine of this Group
This dance group's stunning routine on Got Talent Italia left the judges speechless.
There's a Word We Need to Stop Using...
This video shows how much better our language becomes when we stop using one simple word.
14 Obsolete English Terms We Wish Were Brought Back!
Over the centuries, so many eloquent and useful English words fell out of use. We wish these 14 clever (but sadly obsolete) terms were used more often.
23 Immaculately Preserved Antique Artifacts
All 23 of these ancient artifacts are in mint condition!
How Belgium Functioned For Two Years Without a Government
Forming a government in Belgium is so difficult, the country has been operating without one for nearly 2 years! But how is that possible?
Imagine a Life Without Garbage Day... It Exists!
The Dutch don't have a garbage day. Imagine that! What do they have instead?
The Secret Behind Napoleon Bonaparte’s Signature Pose
You may have noticed that Napoleon Bonaparte is always depicted in the same pose - tucking one hand in his shirt. But why?
The Fascinating History of Chicago's Famous Lakeshore
Discover the story of how Chicago developed its lakefront into one of the best in the world.
How Two Fake Policemen Stole $500 Million Worth of Art
In 1990, 13 works of art, valued at $500 million in total, were stolen from a museum in Boston. This is how the fake policemen conducted this mysterious heist.
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!
This 9-Year-Old Is an INCREDIBLE Wizard!
Watch this incredible magic performance by a 9-year-old kid.
Why Do People In Big Cities Walk FASTER?
It's been proven that people who live in big, densely populated cities tend to walk faster than those who live in smaller towns. The question is why?
The Internet's Best Resources of Free e-Books
What's better than books? Free books. Here is our list of the internet's best resources for free e-books.
The 20 Most Impressive and Random Collections People Keep
We have all heard of a stamp or comic book collection, but we bet you have never seen collections like these before.
Discover the Story of the World's TALLEST Woman
Discover the amazing story of Rumeysa Gelgi - the world's tallest living woman.
Why Are Macadamia Nuts Twice As Expensive As Other Nuts?
Macadamia nuts cost twice as much as ordinary nuts, but their buttery flavor isn't the reason why they're so pricy...
10 Cool Maps That Show How Much Unpopulated Space There Is
These maps will utterly surprise you when you realize just how unevenly the world's population is spread out. Most of the world is quite free of people!
People Will be on Your Side if You Say This Simple Phrase
Apologizing for what you haven't done will help you win people's hearts. How so?
Palm Oil Is the Cheapest Plant Oil on the Planet, But Why?
A major reason why palm oil is so ubiquitous is that it's so cheap. Why is there so much controversy around this oil, then, and how is it related to its cost?
Mysteries From Ancient History Science Still Can’t Explain
From buried treasures to undeciphered languages, this list contains 8 perplexing ancient mysteries.
Hypnotism: Science or Forgery?
His contemporaries called him a charlatan, but in the late 1880s, Dr. Anton Mesmer was onto something we now know as hypnotism.
14 Times a Simple Wash Resulted in a Mindblowing Makeover
These before and after photos prove that you should never underestimate the power of a good wash to breathe new life into items
10 Quirky FACTOIDS About Music Everyone Will Love
These weird and wonderful facts about music will astound you!
These Photos Prove: Time & Angle Make All the Difference!
These fascinating comparison photos highlight what a huge difference time angle can make!
How Many of These Old Slang Words Do You Know?
A list of 83 vintage slang words we should bring back
What Did Mozart's Music Sound Like in Mozart's Time?
In this video, pianist and musicologist Robert Levin filmed himself playing Mozart on the composer's very own instrument.
The Innovation That Helped the Allies Win World War II
In world War II Donald Bailey came up with an innovation that allowed the allies' tanks to cross bodies of water, and consequently win the war...
10 Fascinating Facts About Mark Twain’s Life
Without a doubt, there are many things we can admire in Mark Twain & learn from his life. Here are 10 fascinating facts from his biography you likely didn’t know
2021 Might Be an Exciting Year For All of Us!
2020 is finally over and we enter the new year with new hope. Here are some things to look forward to in 2021.
North Koreans On What Living in North Korea is Like
In this video, North Koreans will answer the web's most searched questions about North Korea.
How Did the World's Continents Get Their Names?
Have you ever wondered how the world's continents got their names?
The Surprising Reason Why We Don’t Hear Ad Jingles Anymore
Have you ever wondered why you don’t really hear jingles anymore? Why did they disappear, and what does it have to do with Michael Jackson? Find out here.
The Old Norms of Politeness Can Be the Best and the Worst
We live by certain social norms that have been around for a while. Here are some rules that remain useful and others that aren’t!
The Rule of Three: Survival Myths DEBUNKED
This video delves into the human physical limits and breaks a few persistent survival myths.
This Inventor Designed 800 of the World’s Most Iconic Toys
Remember the iconic 'chattering teeth' toy from your childhood? Meet the man who invented it as well as 799 other famous toys of our childhood.
The Story Behind One of America's Most Famous Photos
Learn the story behind one of America's well-known photograph "Lunch Atop A Skyscraper"