Quote of the Day
Keep love in your heart. A life without it is like a sunless garden when the flowers are dead.
Oscar Wilde
On This Day in 1888 the first of eleven unsolved brutal murders of women committed by ‘Jack the Ripper’ occurred in the Whitechapel area of London. In 1895 began the libel trial of Oscar Wilde, which lead to his eventual imprisonment on charges of ‘gross indecency’. And in 1973 the first ever portable cell phone was made in New York.
7-Year-Old Boy Cheers Up Grieving Police Officers
After a local police officer died, one kind little boy decided to write the police station asking what he could do to help with their grief. Then he gave them a spectacular gift.
3D Printing Bones - Is It Possible?
As incredible as this sounds, scientists have learned to 3D print bones using living cells!
LET IT ROT: Why Young Chinese are Simply Giving Up
What is the bai lan movement, why are Chinese youth drawn to it and what does it mean for China.
This Cool Technology is the Future of Filmmaking
The world of CGI is moving at an insanely fast pace, and the famous green screen itself may soon be replaced by a novel technology called the volume.
Hypertension News - What Science Discovered in 2020
In this article, we’ve condensed 7 key medical discoveries investigating hypertension made in 2020
WARNING! Taking Aspirin to Prevent Stroke Is Dangerous
Everyone who’s older than 40 should know about these new recommendations regarding the daily use of aspirin.
Even More Happy and Positive News From 2021
Turns out happy and positive things occur around the world all the time. Here are 13 happy news stories form 2021!
Forgotten Gems: 10 Classic Films You Missed
These underrated classics need your attention.
These So-Called Facts Have Been Officially Disproved!
These beliefs we were taught as concrete facts were disproved and are no longer true!
These Are the MOST Beautiful & Famous European Crowns!
We're sure that you're well-versed in the history of European royals, but what do you know about the attribute that makes their reign legitimate - their CROWNS?
8 Influential Ancient Sumerian Inventions You Should Know
Find out some of the prominent and influential inventions by ancient Sumerians that helped change our world.
7 Accidental Finds That Made People Extremely Rich
The luck that you need in life can be waiting for you anywhere - these seven people prove that!
A Fistful of Dollars: Live and Unforgettable Performance
Watch The Danish National Symphony Orchestra perform Ennio Morricone’s classic song "A Fistful of Dollars."
This Is One of The Most Beautiful Duets I've Ever Seen
Watch this mesmerizing duet from 1981 featuring Donovan and Crystal Gayle. This live performance is their rendition of the classic 60s song ‘Catch the Wind’
How Cannabis Changed During Our Lifetime
Cannabis used to be a fringe culture thing, but today it has become almost mainstream. What has changed about the plant since we were children?
These 5 Extraordinary People Really Are Superhumans!
This gripping documentary tells the stories of five exceptionally talented people with unique gifts.
Unusual Jobs of the 20th Century You Never Knew Existed
Which of these obsolete 20th century jobs would you like to do today?
25 Incredible Facts About the Famous Genghis Khan
Genghis Khan struck fear into the hearts of his subjects during his reign, but there's a lot more to the man than meets the eye. Here are 25 intriguing facts.
17 Fascinating Facts That You Probably Didn't Know
17 tidbits of information that you probably didn't know and will probably surprise you.
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!
Museums Are Simply Treasure Troves - 16 Fascinating Photos
These incredibly cool and interesting exhibits prove what treasure troves museums are!
Let's Remember Matthew Perry by His Lovely Quotes
"Friends” star Matthew Perry has passed away. Here’s a look at some of his most memorable quotes.
This Magical Shadow Dance Show Will Leave You in Tears
The most beautiful shadow dance performance.
Watch These Old Historical Photos Come Magically to Life
Russian animator Alexey Zakharov has managed to achieve something amazing: he animates old photos and turns them into film. You've got to see this.
10 Difficult Words in English Everyone Should Know
English has many difficult words with meanings that are nearly impossible to guess, which makes them super tough to remember. Here are 10 such words
Handwriting Says More About People Than You Ever Imagined
Handwriting can reveal no less than 5,000 different personality traits. Find out what can be revealed about an individual from their handwriting.
How Clean Are Hotel Rooms, Really? Find Out the Answer!
Hotel rooms always look clean and fresh, but are they?
CDs Become Magic Tools in This Mind-Bending Act
Watch this mind-bending magic act by Florian Sainvet in America's Got Talent.
Of the Transformative Power of Classical Music...
A fascinating TED talk by Benjamin Zander.
You'll Never Guess How These Optical Illusions Work
Here are three incredible optical illusion videos that have taken the internet by storm. Can you solve the mysteries that you're about to see?
50 Unknown Facts About Cleopatra, the Queen of the Nile
Cleopatra is one of the most fascinating figures from history. And there’s still so many things about her you don’t know yet.
Have You Ever Seen Ducks With Jobs? You're About To!
Watch the day-to-day life of these incredible ducks, who just so happen to spend their lives on a wine farm...
10 Quirky British Slang Phrases to Add to Your Vocabulary
British English often seems like a whole different language. Learn all about 10 common and certainly fun and quirky British slang words in this article!
These Optical Illusions Made Me Question Everything I See!
These optical illusions really give credence to the notion that the human eye is far from infallible. Here are 20 mind-bending optical illusions for you to try.
The Incredible Differences Between North and South Korea
Photographer captures remarkable difference between North and South Korea.
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.
These Photos Prove: Time & Angle Make All the Difference!
These fascinating comparison photos highlight what a huge difference time angle can make!
The Story Behind One of History's Coolest Photographs
The Story Behind Ormond Gigli’s Photo: “Girls in the Windows”
What’s Written in the Sky? 8 Greek Constellation Myths!
Have you ever wondered how constellations got their names? These stories from Ancient Greece reveal the mythology behind 8 prominent constellations in the sky.
Rare Interesting Historical Photos That are Must-See
You won’t find these rare photos in your history books.
11 Legendary Military Rulers of the Ancient Past
The annals of history are rich with leaders who earned great renown for their courage and skill in battle. These illustrious kings and generals have won eternal renown due to their courage and brilliance.
Kyle the Goose Simply Refuses to Leave Her Savior's Side
Mike Jivanjee seems to have gotten more than he bargained for when he rescued Kyle, the Canadian goose, from drowning in Lake Oswego. Check out this cute video.
10 Key Fossils that Changed Our Understanding of Evolution
These iconic fossils broadened the view of our ancestry.
16 Wonderful Japanese Ideas We Should All Start Copying
The Japanese are unique. Their ways seem perfectly designed to help the population live happy fruitful lives. Here are 16 cool Japanese things we should copy.
A Look Back at How 15 Famous Inventions Started Out
Today, let’s look back at the fascinating vintage versions of modern tech that we still use.
Memoirs That’ll Change Your Life: Must-Reads for Everyone
These powerful memoirs are must-reads for everyone.
9 Unusual Facts You Probably Didn't Know About July 4
There’s still so much you don’t know about America’s Independence Day.
These Photos Prove How Weird Our World Has Always Been
These strange yet intriguing photos depict what our world has gone through in its history.