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.

You Won’t Believe These 11 Phrases Are Over a Century Old

These 11 words and phrases seem like they're a recent invention in English, but they're actually at least a century old...

You’re Wrong About These 10 Historical “Facts”

We list 10 common beliefs about famous historical figures and places that were all wildly misconstrued - from Julius Caesar’s birth to the black ninja uniform.

10 Admirable Female Warriors Everyone Should Know About

The stories of these warrior women are worth remembering, as their achievements were as admirable as those of Alexander the Great or Napoleon

Was There Ever a Real Uncle Sam?

Did you know the same man drew both Unce Sam and Santa Claus as we know them today?

You Know These 10 Foreign Words Without Even Realizing It

We’re willing to bet that you know more foreign words than you think, even if English is the only language you speak. Here’s why...

10 of the Weirdest Things Discovered at Airport Security

Here is a collection of ten of the weirdest things that airport security officers have found when on the job.

15 Last Day of the Year Quotes to Inspire a Fresh Start

2020 is almost over. Here are some inspiring end of the year quotes that will inspire you to make a fresh start in 2021.

Creative Shopping Ideas You’ll Wish Were Everywhere

These stores are setting new standards for what shopping should feel like.

8 Well-Known Mysteries We Never Knew Had Been Solved

Uncovering the the secrets behind popular ‘unsolved mysteries’.

5 Strange Lesser Known Stories About the British Monarchy

Some of these lesser-known rumors about the British Royal Family are funny, some are mysterious, and some are just plain odd...

10 Popular “Contemporary” Words Coined by Shakespeare

Shakespeare’s impact on the language we speak is far greater than most of us realize. These surprising words are just a few of hundreds attributed to the Bard.

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!

Hark Back to Meiji-Era Japan With These Stunning Pictures

The Meiji Era was a time of great change for Japan, transforming from a feudal state into a capitalist, imperialist one. Take a look at these stunning pictures.

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.

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 Incredible Autobiographies We Should All Be Reading...

These autobiographies are absolute must-reads for you to enjoy. They are written by some of the world' most famous people, so you should definitely have a read.

10 Historical Facts That Are Really Hard to Believe

Here, we share 10 fascinating and unbelievable history facts and stories like the time when forks were sacrilegious and pineapples had a higher price than gold

Living to 100: The Most Famous Centenarians of Our Time

Meet the famous centenarians of the 20th century.

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.

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.

1925: World Events That Made the News a Century Ago

Let's jump back in time and revisit the major events that captured the world's attention exactly a hundred years ago.

18 Moments of History that Shed Light On Different Times

These 18 photos open a world of yesteryear for us to explore and enjoy.

13 Old-School Home Items That Defined Life Before 1980

Take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of these vintage home items.