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 12 Moonwalkers: The Men Who Touched The Lunar Surface

Here's a look at the only 12 men in history to have walked on the surface of the moon.

16 Absolutely Unforgettable Historical Photographs

Take a peek at these unforgettable 16 photos, and see history from a brand new perspective.

These Short Classics Will be Perfect for a Weekend Read

These famous classic books are so short that you will easily wrap them up in a weekend.

10 Food Products You Should Never Freeze

Take note of this list of food products that should be kept far away from the freezer.

Ancient Love Stories: The Most Iconic Historical Romances

The pages of history are crammed with some remarkable stories about love. Let's explore some of the greatest ones ever told.

10 Incredible Autobiographies We Should All Be Reading...

These autobiographies are absolute must-reads for you to enjoy. They are written by some of the world' most famous people, so you should definitely have a read.

12 Bizarre Events You Won’t Believe Actually Happened

Check out these 12 unbelievable facts that will leave you amazed.

9 Unusual Facts You Probably Didn't Know About July 4

There’s still so much you don’t know about America’s Independence Day.

Was There Ever a Real Uncle Sam?

Did you know the same man drew both Unce Sam and Santa Claus as we know them today?

8 Well-Known Mysteries We Never Knew Had Been Solved

Uncovering the the secrets behind popular ‘unsolved mysteries’.

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?

These Quotes Are Often Misused or Misunderstood By People

There are many famous quotes that get used continuously by people around the world, but that doesn't necessarily mean that they're being used properly.

These Photos Will Give You Some Eye Opening Perspective

It’s hard to wrap your mind around something until you take a step back and take a look at the bigger picture. These fascinating comparison images might help.

Spooky! Science Can't Explain These 8 Phenomena

Here are some of the most common inexplicable phenomena - from ghosts to man-like beasts, to unexplained feats of the mind itself.

Keep a Conversation Flowing With These Historical Facts

If a conversation you're having starts to stall, just throw out some of these amazing historical facts and you’ll be talking long into the night!

Every Common Phrase Started Somehow...

The origins of these common phrases are fascinating.

Living to 100: The Most Famous Centenarians of Our Time

Meet the famous centenarians of the 20th century.

These Fun Infographics Will Pique Your Interest!

Become more knowledgeable and more powerful today without boredom. Check out these fascinating maps and infographics!

You’re Wrong About These 10 Historical “Facts”

We list 10 common beliefs about famous historical figures and places that were all wildly misconstrued - from Julius Caesar’s birth to the black ninja uniform.

10 Unspoiled Fossils of Animals & Other Items Explained

Every year, new amazing fossils are uncovered, and in this article, we explain some impressive recent finds.

25 Old Photos That Show How Different the World Used To Be

Check out this amazing collection of vintage pictures that show us how much the world around us has changed.

10 Popular Foods That Were Discovered in Unusual Ways

This article takes a look at the unexpected origins of some famous food products.

14 Old Photos That Show Just How Hard Life Once Was

Remember when doing even the basic tasks took hours? These photos do.