10 of the Most Spectacular Royal Crowns in the World

Crowns have long been seen as a strong symbol of power and wealth. Here are some of the world's most recognized crowns and tiaras.

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.

8 Honest-to-God Facts that Are Just too Weird to Believe

A list of bizarre yet true facts

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.

8 Novels Any History Lover Must Read

If you're in the mood for time travel, grab one of these acclaimed and immersive historical novels.

Let’s Learn About 7 of the Longest Words!

Did you know that the longest word to appear in literature clocks at a staggering 183 letters? Find out about more such longest words.

These Enormous Collections are Too Weird For Words!

These people take their life-long hobby of collecting to a completely new level! Have you ever seen anything quite like them?

Can You Guess the Meaning of These 20 Common Surnames?

We kind of take surnames for granted, as they are just passed down to us. But every name has an origin and meaning, and some might surprise you.

The 12 Words of Christmas: Funny Long Lost Phrases

If you think eggnog and wassail are funny-sounding, wait till you hear the Christmas words that didn't stand the test of time

Every Common Phrase Started Somehow...

The origins of these common phrases are fascinating.

Bizarre But True: 15 Fascinating Facts That Surprised Us

These utterly amazing tidbits will leave you utterly amazed.

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.

These Inventors Changed the World Forever

These inventors changed the world with their inventions, but can you name any of them? Here are 8 little-known inventors that changed the world.

20 Nostalgic Images of Circulating Libraries

Way before Amazon, the visit of the bookmobile was one of the most exciting moments. These 20 nostalgic images capture the circulating libraries of the past.

These Amazing Illusions Are Enough to Make Your Head Spin

Optical illusions have the potential to highlight how the human mind plays tricks when it comes to perceiving things. Take a look at these 20 optical illusions.

14 Old Photos That Show Just How Hard Life Once Was

Remember when doing even the basic tasks took hours? These photos do.

Find Inspiration in These Amazing Japanese Sayings

These beautiful Japanese proverbs offer invaluable lessons on love, life, and wisdom.

18 Moments of History that Shed Light On Different Times

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

The Streets of Rome: 15 Illustrations of Daily Life

Here are 15 artistic depictions that offer a glimpse into what life was like in ancient Rome.

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 Illuminating Quotes to Remember When You Overthink

The next time you feel like you are slipping into an overthinking spree, remember these illuminating quotes.

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!

10 Surprising Facts About the Food in Your Kitchen

Did you know that ordinary foods like carrots, jelly beans, sandwiches, and broccoli have a fascinating story to tell?