A Harvard Professor’s Method to Happiness - a MUST WATCH!
Happiness research has gone a long way. Harvard professor Arthur C. Brooks will tell you all about it in this captivating video...
Town Reclaims Its Traditional Buildings - Fascinating!
This French town narrowly escaped being turned into just another dilapidated city, but it managed to turn back the clock and reclaim its historic heritage.
This Visual Shows the Science Behind the Shape of Rivers
A fascinating visual model that explains why and how rivers change their course.
The Many Calendars of the Modern World - Fascinating!
This video reviews some of the most common calendars in the modern world.
Man Builds a Wildlife Pond on His Property - Fascinating!
This man built a safe haven for wildlife on his property. You won't believe what happened next!
Why Your Consumer Brand Loyalty Can Backfire
It happens to all the consumer goods you can imagine...
The BIGGEST Indoor Ocean in the World - Jaw-Dropping!
Did you know that the US Navy has a football field-sized indoor ocean that can create any wave?
Did You Know Earwigs Could Fly? Watch It Slow Motion
Earwigs are not the cutest insects, but they have a cool trick up their sleeves!
Watch This and Become a Knot Expert!
Become a knotting expert with this educational guide. Some of these knots can be life-saving...
Welcome to Europe's Skyscraper Capital
This German city has the highest number of skyscrapers in all of Europe, and it's not Berlin!
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.
Would YOU Return a Lost Wallet?
Test yourself - how honest are you with yourself, really?
Same Country, Different Name - The Story of Exonyms
Ever wonder why we call Germany, well, 'Germany,' but they refer to themselves as 'Deutschland?
The Truth About Sliced Bread...
Ever wonder why sandwich bread is sold separately from fresh baked goods like baguettes and tortillas? The answer is sure to surprise you...
Will We EVER See a 500-Year-Old Skyscraper?
Will high-rise buildings like the Empire State Building or the Burj Khalifa remain standing or be forever forgotten in 500 years?
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."
Why Do We Get Hangovers?
Every time you get a hangover, this is what is happening inside your body...
Turning WOOD Into Liquid - a Fascinating Lab Experiment
Is it ever possible to melt wood in a vacuum chamber? This lab experiment will give you a full explanation of this intriguing question.
You Are NOT a Visual Learner - Education Misconceptions
This video debunks one of the greatest misconceptions in the field of education.
Psychiatrist Shares the Golden Rule of Brain Health
'Bright Minds,' is the golden rule for long-term cognitive and brain health. Learn what stands behind this acronym here.
Let's Unravel the Mystery of Spider Silk!
Let's unravel the many mysteries of the spider web!
Special Eye Drops Could Soon Replace Eyeglasses
A simple bottle of eye drops may soon replace your prescription glasses.
Which Animal Has the Sharpest Eyesight?
The famous saying goes, "the eyes are the window to the soul." And it turns out that it rings true all across the animal kingdom.
5 Parenting Styles and How They Influence Our Lives
Each parenting style influences a child in its own way - both positively and negatively. Do you recognize yourself as a child or parent in one of these styles?
Humans Have Had These 2 Viruses For Millions of Years!
It turns out that humans have contracted the herpes virus millions of years ago.
Where Do Common Dog Breeds Come From?
Explore the genealogical tree of the man's best friend, and learn of the origins of common dog breeds like the spaniel and the golden retriever.
The World's TALLEST Statues Compared
From the Sphinx of Ancient Egypt to the Statue of Unity in India, here's the scale of the world's tallest statues.
Why Do Buildings Need Foundations?
This visual demonstration shows what happens when you build a house without reinforcing it with a foundation.
NO Commercial Air Routes Go Through Antarctica. Here's Why
Several commercial air routes will take passengers through the North Pole, but no route goes through the southern reaches of the Antarctic. How come?
Why Do We Snore? - Educational!
Snoring may seem funny or harmless at first, can it is often a sign of something more dangerous going on while you sleep.
How Did the World's Continents Get Their Names?
Have you ever wondered how the world's continents got their names?
These Scientists Want to Bring Mammoths Back, But Why?
A group of scientists is working hard to bring back mammoths. How is it possible to resurrect an extinct species like mammoths, and why would they do it?
Have We Been Imagining Dinosaurs All Wrong?
For all we know, many dinos probably were much prettier than we think...
Is All This Noise is Making Our Lives Shorter?
European scientists concluded that noise is the second biggest environmental risk to public health after air pollution. How does noise impact our health?
Why Is It Impossible to Make New Stradivari Violins?
Stradivari violins are the most famous musical instruments in the world. The silvery sound of these violins cannot be recreated by modern instruments, but why?
The Incredible Secrets of the Amazon Rainforest...
Find all about the secrets that lie deep inside the Amazon rainforest in this beautifully illustrated video.
Do You Know the Right Way to Cuddle With Your Pet?
Have you ever wondered if your dog or cat actually enjoys cuddling with you? This post reveals how 4 types of pets actually prefer to be stroked and cuddled.
These Newly Discovered Giant Viruses Are Everywhere!
Are you familiar with the term "giruses"? Find out what they are and how they transformed our understanding of microbiology forever.
Is Antarctica Truly Owned by No Nation?
Antarctica doesn't belong to any nation, but that doesn't mean that it's completely off-limits to everyone...
North Koreans On What Living in North Korea is Like
In this video, North Koreans will answer the web's most searched questions about North Korea.
Burj Khalifa - How the World's Tallest Building Was Built
Explore the building history of the Burj Khalifa and the engineering innovations that made the construction of the world's tallest building possible...
The World's MOST Painful Insect Sting...
The honeybee, the tarantula hawk wasp, and the bullet ant... One of these three insects possesses the most painful sting in the world.
Ever Wonder Why the UK Has Left-Hand Driving?
Surely, you've wondered at least once in your life why British people chose to drive on the left side of the road?
Why Do Bats Never Get Sick?
Bats are really special little creatures. For example, bats don't get sick... at least not in the way all animals and humans do.
Will There Soon Be a High Speed Railway System in the US?
The US has the largest railway network on the planet, but it’s hardly being used for domestic travel. Luckily, this may soon change...
Is Modern Architecture Uglier Than Historical Buildings?
Why do buildings made of concrete, steel and glass intimidate us and often make us feel so out of place? This funny video explains why
How Fossils Shape Our Understanding of Ancient History
Fossils are the key to understanding the world of the past, and this is how the fossils shape what we can know about ancient history
Neon Lights: a Beautiful Union of Science and Art
Neon signs are a beautiful blend or artistry and science, and knowing the history and the science behind them make them even more exciting
History Lesson: How the Victorians Caused Their Own Deaths
You will not believe the insane ways the Victorians, unfortunately thinking themselves wise at the time - caused their own deaths.