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.
10 Most Opulent Libraries in the World
Full of opulence but also knowledge, these are 10 of the most exquisite libraries in the world.
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!
Where Did The R in Mrs. Come From?
Learn a little language history and also, where did the R in Mrs. Come from?
We Bet You're Not Aware of These Real-World Facts
Don't miss this random collection of interesting real-world facts from the world over that you are unlikely to have heard before
The Literary Puzzle Only 4 People In History Could Solve
Only 4 people have solved this puzzle in nearly a century: meet the 4 solvers of Cain's Jawbone
You're Likely an Expert in Autology Without Even Realizing
Discover 10 strange fields of academic research. Most people have no idea they exist!
English Vocab History: Few Can Pass This Vocabulary Quiz?
These 14 words have really strayed away from their original meaning, can you guess what words like 'girl' and 'clue' used to mean?
How Did European Countries Get Their Names?
Did you know that the word Spain, the name of the country, is translated from Phoenician as "the land of rabbits?"
The Fascinating Origins of 11 Lovely Flower Names
There is no better time than spring to dive headfirst into the fascinating world of flower name etymologies! Here are the origins of the names of 11 lovely flowers.
13 Funny Palindromes That Will Make You Giggle
People have been enjoying palindromes for centuries - here are 13 funny examples that are sure to make crack you up.
What's Portmanteau? Surprising Etymologies of Common Words
If If you have ever said the words brunch, sitcom or spam, you have used portmanteaus. This is the fascinating origins story of many common words...
7 Creepy Historical Facts You Won’t Soon Forget
These true historical facts prove reality can be more creepy and disturbing than any ghost story.
Here Is a Look At The Reality of Life in Medieval Castles
We have always believed that living in a medieval castle must have been magical. The truth, however, might have been different.
What Features Are Missing From the English Language?
English is incredible, but what can it learn from other languages? What features do English speakers miss out on?
What’s the Story Behind the Weird Names of US Coins?
Have you ever wondered what the word "dollar" actually means and where it comes from? Wonder no more.
We Need To Use These Bizarre Idioms More Often
Here are some interestingly odd phrases and idioms that are so pertinent that they have to make their way across oceans and seas.
Do You Know What Speakers of Old English Called a Snake?
Kennings are a unique feature of English that goes all the way back to old Anglo Saxon epics and poems.
1950’s Slang Is a Blast! Learn 10 Essential Terms
These 10 words and phrases are the essentials of 1950’s slang, some of which we still use today...
QUIZ: Can You Guess What These Words Used to Mean?
Why Do the Days of the Week Have Such Strange Names?
Why do the days of the week have names? Who are they named after?
Librarians Really Do Have a Unique Sense of Humor!
When librarians decide to make us all laugh, they tend to do it in style!
Language Quiz: Weird Words of the English Language
This quiz will test your knowledge of some of the weirdest words that you'll ever come across. Give it a try, and see how many you can get right!
These Facts Will Change How You Think About Medieval Times
Most of us think that we know what live in medieval times was like quite well, but these 15 facts will definitely open your eyes.
Hilarious: English is a Seriously ODD Language...
If you thought English is a clear-cut and tidy language, you better read this.
10 Unmissable Historical Fiction Novels You Must Read
If you’re a fan of history, then these books have to be on your to-read list.
What Life Looks Like for British Royal Babies
Discover the cool and surprising facts about the Royal family's babies, the only babies in the world who are given passports at birth.
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!
Did You Know Bones Make Up 15% of Your Bodyweight?
A 9-minute video compilation stacked with facts you've never heard about nature and the human body.
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.
The Tunnel People of Underground New York City
Would you call him homeless? This man lives a peculiar life in an expected location.
7 of The World's Spookiest Cursed Books
Gather round, all lovers of the strange and mysterious. Today we'll be dealing with fate and reading about some of the world's most cursed books!
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.
Everything You Didn't Know About Central Park
We're sharing all the nitty-gritty about Central Park's history, some facts you almost certainly didn't know, and some vintage iconic photos of the Park.
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.
Why Soda Bottles Have Bumps At The Bottom
Find out the answer to the question, "Why do flies look like they're plotting something?" and 13 other questions you never thought to ask.
7 Tips For How to Remember Everything You Read
This article will provide you with 7 tips on how to remember everything you learn from any source.
Think You Know How to Spell? It's Time to Find Out!
Do you think you're smarter than the average 4th-grader? If so, then give this English spelling test a shot!
History Quiz: Are These Facts, Legends or Myths?
Are these statements historical facts, legends, or simply mere myths? Give this quiz a shot, and see how many you can get right!
How Did the World's Continents Get Their Names?
Have you ever wondered how the world's continents got their names?
Learn About 10 of the Most Interesting Popes in History
The papacy has been ongoing ever since the time of St. Peter, but some popes stand out as being more historically significant than others. Take a look.
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.
It's Time for Our Great General Knowledge Quiz!
Do you think you've got what it takes to take on our great general knowledge quiz? Give it a go, and find out just how smart you really are!
I Never Knew These Intriguing Things About Life In Japan!
Take Our Quiz: Can You Tell These Homophones Apart?
English has lots of words that sound the same but are spelled differently, they are called homophones. Can you tell them apart? Take our quiz to test yourself!
How Columbus's Life Was Saved By the Moon
Celebrate Christopher Columbus day on October 11th with 5 facts you didn't know about him.
How Many of These Old Slang Words Do You Know?
A list of 83 vintage slang words we should bring back
Is Your English Is Perfect? You'll Find Out Soon Enough!
Do you think that you know the plurals of some of the trickiest words that the English language has to offer? Give this quiz a shot and find out!
Spelling Test: Are You Good Enough to Pass?
With mobile phones and spell checkers all the rage, they say spelling standards are dipping. Can you buck the trend by passing this spelling quiz?
Can You Distinguish Between British & US English?
A lot of people find it hard to distinguish between American English and British English when reading and writing. Are you one of them?
Only Grammar Geniuses Will Be Able to Ace This Quiz!
This quiz will test you on the correct use of apostrophes in sentences. Do you think you'd manage to get them all correct?
Language Test: Can You Spell These 22 US Cities Correctly?
If you love the USA, then you're bound to be able to spell its most popular cities correctly, right? Take this quiz and find out for yourself!
Learn All About the History of the English Language
Ever wondered where the English language came from and how it evolved over time? If so, then this is the perfect video for you!
10 of the OLDEST Perfumes in the World
Here's a list of 10 perfumes on the scale from vintage to antique you can still buy today WITHOUT breaking the bank!
The Great Wall of China: 8 Facts About the Iconic Landmark
The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous man-made monuments in the world. Here are 8 unbelievable facts about this iconic landmark!
Test Yourself: Which English Word Should You Use?
Sheep or sheeps? Definitely or definately? Do YOU know which English word to use?
Test: Can You Translate These Latin Phrases?
This 15 question quiz will test your knowledge of Latin phrases still being used today.
The Origins of these 10 Olympic Words is Fascinating
You use these popular sports words all the time. But do you know where they come from?
What is a Group of Crows Called? Test Yourself!
English has a lot of colorful names for certain groups of animals. Can you guess them all?
Why Did We Start Going to the Beach For Fun?
Did you know that going to the beach for recreation is a relatively new invention? For most of human history, the concept simply did not exist...
15 Facts So Fascinating You’ll Have to Pass Them On!
A few interesting facts make even the most mundane topic fascinating. Check out these 15 facts across many different topics.
Expand Your Knowledge with These Intriguing Facts
They say those who keep learning stay young. So if you're a keen learner, check out these fascinating facts about history, nature, and a variety of other topics!
Wow! This Made Me Want to Visit Japan
If Japan isn't on your travel list yet, it surely will be once you learn these cool facts!
7 Mind-Blowing Facts About Rome’s Pantheon
Besides being an impressive building, the Pantheon holds centuries' worth of history. Here are 7 fascinating facts about the iconic Roman structure.
13 Bizarre and Funny Things Spotted Throughout the UK
You may imagine a visit to Britain as a rainy and serious affair, but these hilarious photos prove quite the opposite...
It’s Time for Some More Spine Chilling Facts
If you’re in the mood to learn some baffling and spine-chilling things about the world we live in, you’re in luck. Take a look at these 12 scary but fascinating facts.
17 Fascinating Facts About Anything and Everything
The world never ceases to surprise us. Here are 17 fascinating facts about history, nature, recent affairs, and anything in between.
QUIZ: Can You Identify These Famous Books?
Do you think that you could identify 15 great works of literature from just a single timeless quote? Find out with this quiz!
Eltz Castle - A Spectacular Medieval Treasure Trove
The spectacular Eltz castle has been owned by the Eltz family since 1157. This is the medieval structure's fascinating story.
5 Strange Lesser Known Stories About the British Monarchy
Some of these lesser-known rumors about the British Royal Family are funny, some are mysterious, and some are just plain odd...
Language History: The Origins of 7 Common Phrases
Let's delve deep into history and travel all the way back to Ancient Rome to reveal the origins of 7 common food-related expressions in the English language.
7 Must-Read Books That Will Get You Interested in History
These interesting history books will make you look at our world and our past from a different perspective.
The Extraordinary Origins of 10 Common English Words
In this article, we uncover the extraordinary etymology of 10 common English words, including ‘daisy’, ‘eavesdropper’, and ‘vaccine’.
Enrich Every Conversation With Some Fancy But Useful Words
These 15 words give us a fancy way to say normal things and a good chance to impress people with a supremely versatile vocabulary.
12 Vintage Items of the Past Found by Chance
There is a certain kind of fascination in seeing ordinary items of the past, especially when you come by them by complete chance...
Can You Believe These Words Didn’t Exist Before the 1970s?
When a new words spreads it seems it's been around forever. But in reality, many of the words we use everyday are quite new. These didn't exist before the 1970s.
10 Informative and Fun Maps of the United States
What’s a better way to learn new facts than maps? Each of these US maps gives us some fascinating statistics and information about the country
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
11 Surprising Facts About Dictionaries You Never Knew!
Learn some little-known yet fascinating facts about dictionaries that will help you appreciate them a little more.
Is It Soda or Pop? 12 Fun and Interesting Regional Words
How are these objects called? It depends on who you ask! Every part of the US has its own fun and fascinating set of regional words
9 ‘Current’ Words That Are Much Older Than You’d Guess
Hipster, Influencer and Dude - all these words sound so quintessentially modern, but you'd be surprised to learn how old they actually are.
These Unexpected Photos Highlight the Uniqueness of Canada
Canada is a lovely place to visit, but tourists need to be prepared for some funny and unique incidents like these!
13 Absolutely Outrageous Toilet Designs
If you think toilets are only built for functionality, these absolutely crazy toilet designs prove the opposite!
Nothing is Really Big Until We Know It’s Big by Comparison
If you want to know how big something is, the best way to do that is using comparisons, like the ones seen in these incredible photographs
QUIZ: How Good Are You At Phrases? Find Out In This Test
Some phrases can be quite hard to pick up and memorize, and some people are better at it than others. How good are you at phrases? Find out here.
More Photographs of Russia and All the Madness It Offers!
Russia is a land of diverse and rich cultures, giving rise to a multitude of strange personalities and bizarre moments like those seen in these photos.
9 Unusual Bookshops Located in the Strangest Places
The owners of these bookshops are as imaginative as the books they sell, as these stores are located in the strangest and quirkiest places.
How Much Do You Know About Ancient Greece's Parthenon?
Here are the most interesting and little known facts about the Parthenon, found in Athens and one of the oldest temples on Earth
Prime Examples Of Just How Strange the English Language Is
The English language is filled with numerous strange sequences and things that don't make sense like this fascinating and funny tidbits
20 Hilarious Road Signs You'll Only Ever See in Australia
The land down under has a language of its own as you can see by these signs that are equal parts strange and hysterical
The Most SHOCKING Dishes From Around the World
Even the most adventorrous eaters would raise an eyebrow at these extreme food oddities
History: What Was it Like Being an Old West Sheriff?
This video shows us how a sheriff from the wild west actually led his daily life. Was it really as glamorous as we thought? Find out.
Fascinating Rare Footage From North Korea’s Airport
Secluded as it is, North Korea does get some visitors. This video shows how visiting the airport is quite a strange experience in North Korea
Think You know the Grand Canyon? Check Out These 12 Facts
It’s one of the natural wonders of the world, and for good reason. Take a look at these 12 facts about the Grand Canyon you might have missed.
Discover How Colors Were Made Back In The 17th Century
Have you ever wondered where and how the painters of the past got their paint? This video explains how colors were made centuries ago.
History: When Napoleon Was Defeated By an Army of Bunnies
The greatest defeat of Napoleon wasn't Waterloo... It was against a bunch of bunnies.
13 Books That Will Make Your Time Fly
These times of social distancing are perfect for catching up on your reading. Check out this list of 13 must reads to get started.
Where Did 'Murphy's Law' Come From?
Learn the origin of this common phrase - Murphy's Law
The True Origin of the Word ‘Like’ May Surprise You
It’s everywhere, and everyone uses it without even noticing. So why do we even say the word 'Like' in the middle of sentences
You Could Find Your Own Doppelganger in an Art Museum!
If you're looking for your doppelganger, you may have some luck in an art museum, like these travelers with doubles in historic paintings