How I Would Love to Walk in New York of a Century Ago

These images of old New York, supplied by the Library of Congress, give us an idea of what life was like in the early 1900s in this city.

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.

7 Downsides to Being Highly Intelligent

Everyone thinks that being blessed with a very high IQ can only be positive, but there are also downsides. Here are 7 downsides to being highly intelligent.

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?

15 Vintage Toys All '60s and '50s Kids Know and Love

Ready to revisit 15 of the most loved and remembered vintage toys from the '60s and '50s?

These Museum Items Give Us a Glimpse of a Fascinating Past

In these pictures, you will get to see some fascinating ancient artifacts that are well-preserved in museums.

4 Of the Strangest Unsolved Mysteries of All Time

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

The Story Behind One of History's Coolest Photographs

The Story Behind Ormond Gigli’s Photo: “Girls in the Windows”

The USA 115 Years Ago... What Was It LIKE?

We take so much for granted in the modern world. Read through these astonishing facts and realize just how different life was in the US back in 1910.

These Fun Charts and Guides Teach You Tons of Cool Stuff

These charts and guides will come in handy. Save them!

These Regulations Should be Adopted by Every Country!

There are weird laws in different parts of the world, but some of them are so amazingly beneficial, they should be put into use everywhere.

15 Quotes by Meryl Streep That Inspire Everyone

Meryl Streep, the queen of acting, has shared many wonderful words on life and success that everyone will find inspiring.

Using These French Phrases in English Elevates Your Speech

Even if English is the only language you speak, we’re more than convinced that you’re quite familiar with a bunch of French words...

The Fascinating Last Words of Famous Historical Figures

Some of the most important figures in world history, along with some of the most notorious, had some fascinating things to say just before they left this world.

7 Odd Moments in History That Sound Too Surreal Today

Learn about some truly unusual and bizarre events from history that would have probably broken the Internet if they happened today.

14 Charming Photos of Schools from Back in the 1950s

Peek inside 1950s classrooms with these charming photos.

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 Native American Achievements Are Truly Outstanding!

Read all about ten of the greatest achievements that the Native Americans made before the arrival of Europeans

14 Mind-Blowing Optical Illusions You Must See

After trying to wrap your head around these crazy visual challenges, your eyes will be tired but your mind will be thrilled and elated!

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!

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.