The Most Notorious Man-Eating Lions in History
Do you know the strange history of the man-eating lions of Tsavo?
You Won’t Find Maps Like These in Geography Textbooks!
Explore this collection of 20 new and updated maps on a variety of fascinating subjects!
When It Comes to Bad Luck, These Poor Souls Take the Cake!
These people have been plagued by bad luck all their lives... Unbelievable!
Check Out These Rare and Fascinating Antonyms!
Here are a few rare but fascinating antonyms we wish people used more often.
These Little Wizards Know a Magic Trick Or Two!
Watch these kid magicians wow the judges with their tricks in Britain's Got Talent.
You Won't Believe People Actually Collect These Things
Check out these strange things people actually collect.
Meet One of the World's Most Prolific Record Breakers
Watch American David Rush achieve an unusual feat – breaking 52 records in 52 weeks!
What Went Wrong with the U.S. Army's Universal Camouflage?
The U.S. Army Universal Camouflage Pattern uniform was introduced in 2004 but didn't work. Let's understand why.
You'd Never See THIS in a Modern Home
In this video, we'll visit some old homes and learn about their obsolete features.
Hitler and Stalin Weren’t the Only Evil Leaders in History
History has seen some truly cruel leaders. Let’s learn a little about some of the most ruthless ones.
Why Do So Many Ancient Statues Have NO Nose?
Why are so many ancient sculptures lacking noses? Some of the reasons will seriously surprise you!
Don’t Play With Your Food… Unless You’re a Magician!
Watch famous YouTube magician Zach King perform some incredibly cool tricks with food.
16 Intriguing Maps That Will Surprise You
These fascinating maps show the world in the most interesting ways.
Before Refrigerators, How Did People Keep Food Fresh?
Ever wondered how people kept stuff cool before the invention of the refrigerator? Let's find out.
Comparing 10 Water Filter Pitchers to Find You the Best
Stay tuned to the end of this video to find out which water filtering pitcher actually works, and why.
12 Accurate Facts That Sounds TOO Weird to Believe
With authentic facts like these, who needs fiction?
Important Weapons from World War II Still in Use Today
World War II ended almost 80 years ago, but some of the weapons from the war are still in use today.
The History of Pearls in Jewelry - a Must Watch!
From Venus to Mary to Marilyn Monroe - iconic women have symbolized and worn pearl jewelry. Watch the fascinating history of the dainty pearl here...
The Young Chinese Generation Has Decided to Quit.
They are giving up on life, unmotivated to find jobs, and living from paycheck to paycheck with no prospects. But why?
You Need to See This Slingshot Master’s Extreme Accuracy
Watch how a slingshot performer impresses the judges and wows the audience with his incredible skills.
Math Can be Fun! Here are 13 Cool Facts to Prove it
Here are 13 facts and tricks that reveal the power and beauty of mathematics. Mastering it is easier than we think!
Here Are 10 Feel-Good News Stories That Deliver a Smile
Feeling down? Let these good news stories bring a smile to your face.
6 Life Lessons From the 1929 Great Depression
These are deeper lessons that require adopting a new worldview. Let's see what history has to teach us.
The Things That Happened Shortly After Hitler's Demise
What they never bothered to tell you in history lessons at school.
Frank Sinatra Would Have Been Proud of This Acapella Cover
Listen to this magical acapella cover of Frank Sinatra’s ‘Fly Me to the Moon.'
These Trite and Stale Words Should Be Banished in 2022
Do you ever get tired of hearing the same words everywhere? These 10 words are used so much that they managed to annoy academics!
WATCH: A Blow-By-Blow Account of the Osama Bin Laden Raid
Watch the dramatic true story behind the Osama Bin Laden raid, the dreaded Al Qaeda leader behind the 9/11 attacks.
Remember Queen Elizabeth II by Her Powerful Words
Queen Elizabeth II was known for her words of wisdom. Let’s look back at some of her most inspirational quotes.
Why Does a Money Transfer Take SO Long?
There's one important subject we wish we had learned in school but didn't - economics. This video covers a lot of the basics.
7 Ancient Helmets That Will Blow Your Mind
In this article, we will be taking an up-close look at 7 ancient helmets and their archeological, cultural, and historical background.
The Origins of Labor Day With Vintage Parade Photos
A brief history of Labor Day accompanied by original vintage photos from past Labor Day parades around the US and Canada.
These Facts Sound False, But They’re Accurate!
Enjoy a list of 10 unbelievable facts that’ll start living in your head rent-free.
6 Unexpected Ways People Became Roman Emperors
Here’s how 7 different people rose to the throne of the Roman Empire (not all of them voluntarily).
People Hire This Man to Literally Do Nothing
People in Japan hire this man to literally do nothing with them. Why is his service so popular?
14 Fascinating Facts That’ll Leave You Surprised
Time to enjoy some random, surprising facts about the world!
How Did Snails Become the Biggest Stars in Cosmetics?
Snails are the biggest stars in the cosmetics industry. Would you ever try snail slime if it promised youthful skin?
16 Confusing Words That Even Intellectuals Get Wrong
Find out the difference between these difficult word pairs, and don’t let them confuse you ever again.
A Tax on Beards? History Has Seen Some Crazy Taxes
Did you know people once paid a tax for growing beards? And for having windows? Check out the oddest taxes in history.
The Meticulous Path of a Grain of Rice to Your Plate
How is rice harvested, processed, and packed? The entire operation is fascinating, to say the least. Here's how it's done.
Why "Buy One Get One Free" Deals Are a Scam
If anything, you're most likely to be spending even more than you intended to. Here's how.
This Guy’s Magic Performance is INTOXICATING!
Watch magician Dom Chambers impress judges with his beer tricks.
Remembering Olivia Newton-John, 1948-2022
She was one of the most prominent pop stars of the 70s. Today we will be sharing some highlights of her career, with photos and great tunes.
The Strict Courting Code of the Regency Period in England
How did you woo your darling? Was it flowers? If you lived in the 19th century, you could throw 'em out the window. Here's what courting was like back then.
10 Great Western Classics You May Have Missed
From forgotten Clint Eastwood gems to gritty classics, here are some underrated Westerns you need to watch.
History: The Monster That Terrorized 18th-Century France
Watch the true story of the wolf-like monster that terrorized 18th-century France.
Check Out the Coolest Military Tools of the Ancient World
The ancient world invented some weapons that were far ahead of their time. Here are some of the coolest ones.
History Lesson: The King Who Spread the Message of Peace
Know the story of the great ancient Indian King, Ashoka.
Weird Culinary History: Great Depression Era Edition
In this video, we're revisiting the culinary bout of the Great Depression.
These Age-Old Idioms Date Back to the Renaissance!
The expressions listed here all sound contemporary, but they're almost half a millennium old.
A Stroll Down Market Street, San Francisco in 1906
Hop on the wagon, we're going strolling down Market street in 1906's San Francisco with our horse and carriage!
Did People Really Look Older Back in the Day?
Why do people in old pictures frequently look older than their age? Watch for a fascinating explanation of this phenomenon called "retrospective aging."
8 Words You'll Never Hear the Royals Say
If you want to talk like the British royals, here are 8 words to avoid at all costs. You'd never hear a member of the Royal family utter them!
The Most Unique Private Collections From Around the World
Feast your eyes on some of these collections, some of them decades old!
Thrones of Sanitation: Lavatories Throughout History
Today we're taking a deep dive into the past, where we will inspect the toilets that made history.
6 Relaxing Books to Enjoy This Summer
Looking for some relaxing books to cozy up with this summer? Try this list.
Try Saying These Tricky Tongue Twisters 3 Times Fast!
“These thousand tricky tongue twisters trip thrillingly off the tongue.”
Junk Food is Far From Being a Modern Thing
Today, fast food is delish, even if not so healthy, to say the least. But in Medieval times, it could almost kill you.
These So-Called “Facts” About Cats Aren’t Actually True
Do cats always land on their feet? Are cats untrainable? Find out the truth about some common cat myths.
Robert Wadlow: The Tallest Man to Ever Live
At 8 feet, 11.1 inches tall, Robert Wadlow was the tallest man to have ever lived. Find out more about his incredible story.
Fascinating History - Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs
Who was the first modern Egyptologist to read a word of Ancient Egyptian and how did he do it? Click here to find out
These Captivating Treasures Were Lifted From Shipwrecks!
Discover this list of fascinating and unexpected finds salvaged from shipwrecks!
When GH Says F: Why Does This Occur?
We're meeting up on the corner of history and linguistics to learn why GH is pronounced as F.
How Come We've Never Heard of This Cancer Therapy?
Has this cancer therapy treatment been hidden from us for a century? Or is it one of the biggest medical frauds in modern history?
The Internet's Best Resources of Free e-Books
What's better than books? Free books. Here is our list of the internet's best resources for free e-books.
7 Of History's Most Flagrant Serial Killers
Why are we so interested in true crime? Learn the reason behind our morbid curiosity followed by a list of history's 7 most flagrant, blatant, serial killers.
What Sorcery is This? – The Most UNUSUAL Rooms
As you step inside these rooms, you will feel you have entered a different world!
You Live and You Learn - 16 Useful Charts and Info
Learn something useful and interesting today!
Enjoy a Valentine's Slow Dance Party With Your Sweetheart
Enjoy a Valentine's Day classic tunes playlist, perfect for having a slow-dance party.
Any Roy Orbison Fans in the Crowd? This One's For You!
Enjoy the velvety smooth voice of Roy Orbison's in this exceptionally high-quality video of him performing one of his hits live.
What Were the Best Paid Jobs in Ancient Rome?
This post answers the intriguing question - which workers had the best-paying jobs in Ancient Rome?
This Truly is One of the Best Elvis Performances
Enjoy this blast from the past: the king of rock and roll, Elvis Presley sings his famous song ‘My Way’ in a 1973 concert.
These Charts Are So Interesting You Will Want to Save Them
Learn something new about the world with these super interesting charts.
15 Perceptive One-Liners by the Great Charles Darwin
Here are some profound pieces of wisdom from Charles Darwin, the father of evolution.
10 Insightful Greek Proverbs You've Never Heard Of
Take a look at some common Greek proverbs that are full of wisdom.
Here’s How You Can Become a Star Hand Model
What if we told you that your hands can get you thousands of dollars for just a few days' work? Discover what it takes to be a hand model.
Watch a Genius Get Revenge on People Who Steal Packages!
When a former NASA scientist decides to come up with a way to fight petty urban crime, you just know that the results are going to be outrageous!
16 Absolutely Unforgettable Historical Photographs
Take a peek at these unforgettable 16 photos, and see history from a brand new perspective.
Nothing as Satisfying as a Good Before & After!
When credit is due, we know how to pay our respects - We hope you'll enjoy these home renovations as much as we did!
21 Fascinating Things You May Have Never Seen
Take a look at 21 strange things that will change the way you see the world.
A Fully Functional, Wooden Toy Rolls Royce?!?
This man built a fully functional Rolls Royce replica of wood as a toy car for his son!
These Useful Charts Are Handy In Various Life Situations!
With infographics and charts, you can learn and remember new information in such an easy and fun way!
The Greatest Unsolved Puzzles in History
Will these great puzzles of history ever get solved?
The Most Relaxing Panflute Music to Soothe Your Soul
Enjoy this soulful panflute performance against the backdrop of magnificent landscapes.
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?
Meet the People Who Can Pick Out Any Face in a Crowd
Meet the ‘super-recognizers’ – the rare people who have the ability to recognize any face in a crowd.
One Bucket is All He Needs for This Stunning Performance
Watch this guy make heads turn on the streets as he gives an intense drumming performance with just one bucket.
What Is Life Like in Japan? These 15 Facts Will Tell You
Japan has a number of cultural differences. Here are 15 intriguing facts about this countries.
One Day in Pompeii: Experience That Fateful Event...
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.
Strange, Scary and Ancient "Medical" Treatments
Ancient times were truly wild when it came to medicine. Here are some you wouldn't believe people actually took to treat illnesses!
You Don't See a Lot of Vintage Portraits Like These...
In this post we will give you a swift glimpse of the portrait collection of one of the leading photographers of 19th-century Washington.
Who Knew You Can Create Illusions Using Water?
Have you have ever seen optical illusions with water? This video will blow your mind.
6 Facts You May Have Not Known About Prince Charles
Did you ever know Prince Charles also dabbles in art? And what about his musical skills? Let's get those royal facts.
10 Shocking Mysteries From Human History
10 incredible mysteries we know very little about.
11 Clever Contronyms - Same Word, Opposite Meanings
Have you ever heard of contronyms? Here’s a hint - these are words that contradict themselves.
Things Aren't Always What They Seem – CRAZY Optical Tricks
Watch magician Zach King demonstrate a series of optical illusions made possible by a wide range of furniture.
Meet the Most Incredible One-Man Band!
Watch this incredible street performance of a drummer producing magic with just sticks and buckets.
The Four Holy Grails of History
Did you know that there have been not one, not two, but four ancient artifacts that were mistaken for the Holy Grail?
You're Likely an Expert in Autology Without Even Realizing
Discover 10 strange fields of academic research. Most people have no idea they exist!
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?
The Most Enchanting Ukulele Song in the World
Listen to this beautiful ukulele version of the famous number "Ode to Joy" by the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain.