The Sad Story of Charles II, The Last of the Habsburgs
The last king of Spain was barely able to talk or walk and had a plethora of health issues. Here is the story of Charles II.
How People in the Past Pictured Our Present Days - 12 Pics
What did the previous generations imagine the modern world to be like? These 12 pictures give us a general sense, and it's quite surprising!
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...
The Purple Hue That Changed the World
In 1856, a chemistry student accidentally created a strange substance with a rich purple color. In just a few years, his creation changed the world...
Greek Mythology Is Filled With Fascinating Creatures
Greek mythology is filled with fascinating creatures. Here's a look at a few of them.
The Evolution of Wedding Cakes Over the Past Century
Like anything else, the aesthetic of weddings is subject to fashion and change. And what better way to showcase this fashion than through wedding cakes?
These Handy Charts Offer All Sorts of Practical Knowledge!
These charts have a lot of practical info, like how to make a wind-proof fire, or how the color of a specific fruit can tell you which antioxidants it contains.
The Most Soulful Rendition of 500 Miles…
Watch this vintage live performance by Joan Baez, who presents her rendition of the popular 60's classic '500 Miles'.
The Encyclopedia Won’t Tell You These Unique Facts
Here are 12 unique and curious facts about the world that will definitely surprise you.
10 of the Longest Reigning Monarchs in World History
If you're judging a monarch's success by the number of years they reign, these 10 monarchs are the absolute best!
8 Novels Any History Lover Must Read
If you're in the mood for time travel, grab one of these acclaimed and immersive historical novels.
Each of These Items Has a Cool Hidden Feature
There are things in this world whose only intention is to confuse you or to trick you into believing that they’re something they’re not. Here are 12 examples.
The Innovation That Helped the Allies Win World War II
In world War II Donald Bailey came up with an innovation that allowed the allies' tanks to cross bodies of water, and consequently win the war...
