Meet the 10 Most Influential Figures of the Renaissance
Learn about the 10 most influential characters from the rebirth of Western civilization, including sculptors, painters, architects, writers, humanists, scientists, and philosophers.
I Just Can't Stop Looking at These Mesmerizing Time Lapses
These incredible time lapse videos of nature, peoples and places will undoubtedly take your breath away!
Now There's a Second Parthenon In the World...
This Argentinean artist's monument of resistance to political oppression is poignant and ingenious. Take a look at the "Parthenon of books".
Have You Ever Wondered How Our Numerical System Began?
This fascinating video will show you where human numerical systems came from, and how they came into being in the first place. Watch it now.
These Maps Are Guaranteed to Teach You About the USA
The USA becomes all the more fascinating when you collate a ton of different maps containing insightful demographic data. Take a look at this map compilation.
Uncover Château de Versailles' Dirtiest Secrets...
Everyone's got one bad habit or another and royalty is no exception. This documentary exposes many of France's dirtiest secrets from the 17th Century.
It's Amazing to Think How Much the Ancient Egyptians Knew
Ancient Egypt was a truly amazing civilization that reached an incredible level of knowledge. Enjoy these 10 examples of how advanced it was.
The Young Urban Gardener Who's Tackling World Hunger
When his family was going hungry, this fifth-grader started growing his own crops. Today, he's on a mission to end world hunger!
These Criminal Masterminds Were Just Too Darn Clever!
Think crime doesn't pay? Take a look at these 20 criminal masterminds who were just too damn good at everything they did!
These Photos Show the Full Force of Arizona's Heatwave
Temperatures in Arizona get so high sometimes that anything that isn't heat-resistant starts melting! Don't believe us? Check out this photo gallery!
This Nonagenarian Gymnast Will Leave You Speechless
Johanna Quaas, at the grand old age of ninety-one, is the world's oldest gymnast. In this video, she showcases her skills - be prepared to be amazed!
These Photos Prove How Strange of a Country South Korea Is
The following images illustrate how strange of a place Korea is.
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.
Improve Your Critical Thinking Skills with These Great Tips
If you want to improve your critical thinking skills then you should take a look at these fantastic tips.
I Wish They Taught Me These Math Tips at School
Bad at math? Learn how to use these quick and easy methods.
The Golden Age of Old Hollywood: The People We Loved
Look at these gorgeous pictures to see how stars used to be...
Man Gets 9 Years in Jail For Smoking on a Plane?
This man set fire to a bin on a plane with his cigarette, and he has now paid a hefty price.
These Monkeys Have Learned to Hold Tourists to Ransom!
The long-tailed macaques at an Indonesian temple have learnt that stealing from humans will result in a nice snack.
Our Weather is Crazy: 20 Facts You Won't Believe!
These facts will put any curiosities that you may have about the weather to rest.
If Only This Stunning 1850s Exhibition Was Still Around
Take a look at remarkable illustrations of what Britain's Great Exhibition of 1851 looked like.
19 Funny Old English Phrases We Should Really Bring Back!
It's high time that these words make a comeback.
Witness the Might of the World's Greatest Empires
The world's greatest civilizations and empires had a marked effect on history and shaped the world as we know it today. Watch these informative videos.
These Inventions Changed the World Beyond All Recognition
Some inventions meant that the world changed beyond all recognition. In this interactive video post, you'll see nine of the greatest.
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.
Can You Solve This Tricky 'Virus Riddle'?
In this TED-Ed riddle a deadly virus has escaped in the lab and could cause serious damage if it gets out. Can you contain it? If not, Lisa Winer shows how.
Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" are Much More Than Just Music
In this TED-Ed video, Betsy Schwarm explains just why it is that you should listen to Vivaldi's "Four Seasons."
Tell Your Other Half How Much They Mean to You!
Sometimes, we neglect to tell our other halves how much they really mean to us. Send this video to them to show them how much you care.
We Bet You've Never Heard of These 5 Coffee Facts Before!
5 surprising facts about our favorite morning drink. This video will amaze you.
WATCH: 110-Year-Old Supercentenarian Talks of Life
Born in 1906, and having served in the South Pacific during WWII, Richard Overton is the US' oldest living veteran. Watch this video about his remarkable life.
Indian Boy Wakes Up At His Very Own Funeral
After being bitten by a stray dog, an Indian teenager was taken off life support, only for him to regain consciousness on the way to his very own funeral!
What is Causing the Rise in Extremism? An Answer.
Many people think they know why some Muslims turn to terrorism, but the real answers may surprise you...
This is the Real Truth About Walmart...
Walmart is one of the world's biggest brands, and these statistics are staggering.
Listen to Radio Stations All Over the World With This Map!
This fantastic website allows you to listen to live radio stations from all over the world.
Donate to These Charities to Ensure Your Cash Is Well-Used
If you want to get involved in charity, yet are concerned about how your donation might be used, read this list to find the world's most efficient charities.
Welcome to the Lodge Where You Can Eat With Elephants!
This safari lodge is unlike anything you've ever seen. Zambia's Mfuwe Lodge receives elephants as visitors, to the delight of its paying guests!
WATCH: An Astounding Human-Canine Dance Partnership
Watch Sandra and Lizzie dance as they rehearse their human-canine dance routine.
Kind-Hearted People Exist, These Great Photos Prove It!
These photos prove that the world still has room for good deeds...
These Pictures Smuggled out of North Korea Will Shock You
Shocking photos that reveal what life really is like in North Korea.
These Inventions Changed the WORLD...
If you could sum up the history of human technological advancement, you'd have to include the following 10 inventions that changed the world for the better.
This Couple and Their Huge Bear Are the Beast of Friends
Jim and Susan Kowalczik have an orphanage where they look after injured animals. The relationship they have with their bears needs to be seen to be believed!
These Kids Are Turning the World Around One Deed At a Time
The following children are not content with the world as it is, and so instead are doing everything they can to make it a better place for everyone.
These Photos Prove Long Lasting Relationships Are Possible
While getting old is inevitable, love never grows old. Take a look at how these couples' loves have stood the test of time.
INTERACTIVE: Can You Guess the World Leader in the Photo?
From these images, it's hard to tell that the individuals you see in them would go on to become the world's most powerful people. Can you guess who they are?
The World News Headlines Today, April 17th, 2017
Turkey’s President Tightens Grip - Jeweler Locks Thief in Vault - First Female Boston Runner - US and North Korea Crisis - Chaplin Lookalikes Set World Record
The World News Headlines Today, April 13th, 2017
Sevilla Celebrates Easter - Australian Senator's Easter Egg Boycott - ‘Gangsta Gardener’ Provides Fresh Food - Syrian Evacuations - Taiwan Bans Dog & Cat Meat
A Romantic Heart Beats in This Singing Priest's Chest
Marriage is a holy sacrament the beauty of which can scarcely be expressed in mere words. No wonder it compelled this overcome priest to burst into song...
Readers Poll: Who's The Best Living Actor in Their 80s?
Everyone has their favorite actor. Can you help yours win the prize of being considered the best octogenarian thespian?
Wish Everyone You Love a Very Happy Easter
Choose from our 10 special Easter celebration greetings cards to send to those you are thinking of at this special time of the year.
Who is Wealthy? A Guide to World Wealth!
The world is getting richer every day, but he top 10 billionaires are in a league of their own. Here we breakdown the world's wealth facts for 2017.
Syria Then and Now: 14 Images That'll Break Your Heart
These 14 heartbreaking interactive images reveal just how much war has taken from Syria.
I Bet Every Woman Wishes They Had a Husband Like This!
This retired pilot wanted to make something for his wife, so he built her this highly innovative breakfast machine. What a contraption!
Watch Spring Blossom in These Lovely Moving Images
Take a look at these beautiful images, accompanied by one of my favorite poems: 'Spring' by Gerard Manley Hopkins
This Video Reveals the Secrets of Long, Happy Marriages
If you ever wonder enviously about how certain people in your life seem to have such wonderful, happy marriages, this video gives you key lessons about them.
If You Knew These English Facts You Must Be a Genius
Yeah, you are fluent in the English language, but do you really know that much about it? We bet we can surprise you with these language facts.
This Skimming Device Shows How Thieves Are Getting Smarter
An American man on his family vacation in Austria noticed something odd about an ATM he was using. He was shocked to find two thieving devices attached to it...
Let Me Tell You Life's 11 Secret Paradoxical Commandments
This beautiful message about the paradoxes of life really hits home.
These Fascinating Cat Facts Are Well Worth Sharing
You're definitely not a cat lover unless you know these 10 awesome facts about them!
The Art of War by Sun Tzu: A Beautiful Summary
Sun Tzu's the Art of War is still perhaps the greatest treatise on military strategy ever. This animated short explains the book in under 10 minutes.
April 3rd, 2017: Today's World News Headlines
Boy Cheers Up Police - N. Korea Attack Within Reach - Library Book Returned with $200 Apology - Ecuador Election Dispute - Bob Dylan Accepts Nobel Prize
Movie Fest: Best Movies to Watch in 2017!
Are you often stumped when thinking about a movie or documentary to watch? Worry no more, because I've put a list of 14 of this year's hottest tips together.
My Relationship Improved Drastically with These Tips
keep the spark in your relationship alive with these tips.
Grandma Gets Asked a Question and Has a Perfect Response
When I asked grandma what she thought of events in recent years, I found her answer intriguing. It made me realize how much things have changed...
The World News Headlines Today, March 27th, 2017
Le Pen Says the EU Will Die - Teen's Sweet 16 Birthday Gift - Pence Affirms US Loyalty to Israel - Dog Finds Baby’s Funny Bone - Ex-Korean Leader Faces Arrest
March 24th, 2017: Today's World News Headlines
Westminster attacker named, Pope laughs with US toddler, Aviation deals with US electronic ban, Ex Russian MP shot dead, New carers for premature babies
What a Mesmerizingly Beautiful Blooming Flowers Timelapse!
It took one photographer 9 months to record the images for this mesmerizing timelapse film. Watch flowers bloom like never before.
March 23rd, 2017: Today's Biggest World News Stories
Terrorism Strikes Britain - Jesus’ Tomb Reopened in Jerusalem - Doctors Test New Ebola Vaccine - Tillerson Talks up ISIS Fight - Flight Attendants Sue Aeroflot
March 22nd, 2017: Today's Biggest World News Stories
Good Samaritan's act caught on CCTV - North Korea defies sanctions threats - Us Bumblebees Endangered - IRA Politician Dies - Stolen Van Goghs on Display
This Photographer Created Something New in Russia...
Alexander Petrosyan photos opens a window to the reality and peculiarity of what one would typically aspect in the streets of Russia.
March 20th, 2017: Today's Biggest World News Stories
Fierce fighting underway in Damascus, North Korea tests a new rocket, Norway is the world's happiest country, and French Left candidates appeal to citizens
Spring Has Come So Share Your Excitement With a Loved One!
Spring is upon us, and I'm sure you're as excited as I am at the prospect of longer days and warmer weather. Wish a loved one a happy Spring today!
In the 1800s, They Thought We'd Be Living Like This Today?
The European artists who created the postcards below were asked to predict what life would be like in 2000.
March 17th, 2017: A Roundup of the Week's Biggest Stories
This week has been a big one for important events, not least the sixth anniversary of the star of the Syrian Civil War. Here's a roundup of this week's news.
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.
Have One for Me When Celebrating St. Patrick's Day!
St. Patrick's Day is a time for merrymaking, cheer, and lots and lots of drink! Send a dear friend a wonderful St. Patrick's Day greeting today.
How Far Back in Time Could You Go and Still Understand English?
Languages are born, change, and die. English, we presume, is no exception. So how far back in time could you go and still understand anything...?
I Grew up in the Westboro Baptist Church: Here's My Story
Megan Phelps-Roper used to be part of America's most reviled group, the Westboro Baptist Church. In this talk she tells how she decided to leave them behind.
Step Back In Time: A Glimpse Into '50s and '60s New York
New York City was a vastly different places in the 1950s and 60s. These black and white photos by Vivian Maier captured it perfectly.
Life in Japan is so Interesting! Want to Know About It?
Japan has a number of cultural differences. Here are 15 intriguing facts about this countries.
Grow Your Own Food in This Sustainable Vertical Garden
Growing food in an urban environment is difficult due to the lack of space, however this design allows growth in the most compact of spaces. Find out more today
Each Of These 35 Places Represents a Worldly High or Low
When it comes to records, these countries and cities stand at the top (and bottom) of the tree.
17 Extremely Dangerous Foods That Could Kill You!
From toxic fish, to monkey brains, you'll be surprised at what some people would risk just for a taste of these dangerous "delicacies".
Every Woman Deserves a Special Women's Day Greeting Today
March 8th is Women's Day, so now is the perfect time to send the important ladies in your life a token of your heartfelt respect with a lovely greeting card.
Her Son Was a Columbine Shooter. Here's Her Story....
In 1999, Dyland Klebold and Eric Harris murdered 13 people in the Columbine High School massacre. Here, Klebold's mother, tells her story.
Here Are 25 Things I'd Buy if I Were Filthy Rich...
I'd love to be rich, because I'd fill my home with all these goodies...
Service Dogs Are the Most Loyal & Courageous of Creatures
These 20 photos stand as a testament to the courage and devotion of service dogs, which have fought with and served humans throughout our history.
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.
In the West, We Have Much to Learn From the East...
Eastern philosophy is vastly different to Western philosophy, and we all have much to learn from the schools of thought from that part of the world.
Can You Spot the Camouflaged Creatures in These Photos?
These wonderful animals have gone into hiding. Can you find them? If not, just click on the photo to reveal all!
These Full-Color WWII Training Photos Are Most Striking!
An Office of War Information photographer named Alfred Palmer visited Fort Knox in 1942. These are the incredible full-color images that he left to the world.
Japan's Native Wisdom Is Seen in These 3 Splendid Haiku
The Japanese poetry form known as haiku is well known in the West for its beautifully expressive ways. Here are three of the greatest haiku ever composed.
13 Commercials So Brilliant That You Have to Applaud
Most adverts are so predictable that anyone can see them coming, but these commercials are utterly ingenious!
Watch: Some Dogs Take to Fishing Like Ducks to Water
Some dogs take to fishing like ducks to water.
English Really Needs a Translation for These Foreign Words
With so many words in the English vocabulary, we still as yet have to come up with a word to describe how we'd feel in these instances.
A Touching Story of a Dog Saving a Man's Life
This story about a dog saving a man's life will leave you in tears...
Do You Remember Playing Like These Photographed Children?
In the days before cellphones, the internet, and the like, we children had to learn how to make our fun. Remember playing like these retro kids?
Celebrate Presidents' Day with These 25 Surprising Facts
Celebrate American political history with these 25 little presidential facts.
Window into the Past: See Today's London as it Was in 1927
This wonderful short film transposes video footage of 1920s London over how it appears today. The result is a marvelous window into the past.
What Advice Do These Genial Centenarians Have for You?
There are not many of us who get to live beyond a hundred years. But those that do sure have a lot of lessons for us. Listen to three of them here.
Your Cat Isn't Weird, It's Just Trying to Say Something
Many cat behaviors have human equivalents, however we often have problems interpreting them. Thanks to this handy guide, you will not anymore!
1 Day in Pompeii: Experience That Fateful Day!
One day in 79 AD the city of Pompeii was tragically destroyed by an extraordinary volcanic eruption. This video shows you just how the scene would have unfolded.