10 Quirky British Slang Phrases to Add to Your Vocabulary
British English often seems like a whole different language. Learn all about 10 common and certainly fun and quirky British slang words in this article!
QUIZ: Can You Find All the Antonyms?
This English challenge is all about the antonyms - those words that mean the OPPOSITE of the word in question. Can you find all 15 antonyms in this quiz?
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Meet Jacques Bailly - the King of the Spelling Bee
Meet Jacques Bailly, the official pronouncer of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
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
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.
11 Clever Contronyms - Same Word, Opposite Meanings
Have you ever heard of contronyms? Here’s a hint - these are words that contradict themselves.
7 Conspiracy Stories that Turned Out to be True
These stories are shocking... and they turned out to be true!
Then & Now Photos Show How the World Has Changed
Here are some of the best pictures contributed by their users. Which impressed you most?
12 Crash Course Videos That Will Expand Your Horizons
Quarantine is an opportunity to learn something new! Check out this well-made series of videos that cover almost any topic you can think of!
Watch These Old Historical Photos Come Magically to Life
Russian animator Alexey Zakharov has managed to achieve something amazing: he animates old photos and turns them into film. You've got to see this.
These Photos Reveal the Clothes of 100 Years Past...
Millions of people in the US can trace their ancestry back to Ellis Island immigrants. Here are some portraits of some early 20th century arrivals.
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Have You Ever Seen Ducks With Jobs? You're About To!
Watch the day-to-day life of these incredible ducks, who just so happen to spend their lives on a wine farm...
These 10 Documentaries Are a Must for Curious Minds
You can’t miss these thought-provoking documentaries.
Forgotten Societies: 6 Little-Known Civilizations
These forgotten civilizations influenced the world.
The 10 Cult Movies Every Film Enthusiast Should Watch
These cult classics will change how you view cinema.
15 Latin Phrases We Use to This Day Without Even Realizing
As an English, speaker you likely know more Latin than you ever thought you did. Just look at these 15 Latin phrases and see if you know what they mean...
24 Photos of Love & Kindness to Inspire Us All
These amazing photographs are just what you need to remind you about the most important things in life, kindness and love.
These Photos Make Sure We Will Never Forget WW2
These photos document some of the moments of this epic yet haunting time in our history. I hope that future generations will not forget the lessons that war has taught us.
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You Won't Believe What This Man Built in His Back Yard...
This man has created something amazing at his home that has immediately become my dream.
8 Must-Watch Movies for Fans of Mythology and Folklore
Mythology and folklore from around the world have inspired several films, and these are some of the best.
Hilarious: When Words Sound Alike But Mean Different...
Homophones are words that sound exactly the same, but aren't spelled the same and mean something different. Here are 20 that are the wordiest of words.
WW2 Changed These Places Greatly. How Do They Look Now?
Incredible! This is how the war has changed these places.
These Kind Inventions Were Made to Make Animals Happy
Every year humans build thousands of new roads, rails, airports and buildings. Many hurt the environment. But some kind people only build to help animals!
History's 8 Overlooked Men You Should Know About
The stories of these unsung men from history deserve to be told.
12 Typical American Things That Didn’t Originate in the US
Many things we often think are typically American, such as cowboys, comic strips and mac & cheese, have actually started far away from the USA
12 Classic Shows You Didn’t Know You Could Stream
Take a nostalgia trip with these classic TV shows.
Amazing History: The Man Who Took Down a Plane With a Gun
Owen Baggett is the only man ever to live known to have shot down a fighter plane using nothing but a handgun. Read his incredible story right here.
Do You Remember the Moments That Defined the 1960s?
The 1960s were a hugely important decade, setting the tone for the next 50 years that succeeded then. Here are 10 of the things that defined the decade.
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This Hilarious Song Perfectly Sums Up My "Efficient" Memory
This hilarious song perfectly sums up or senior moments.
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10 Incredible Magic Tricks You Didn't Know You Could Do
Time to try out some really cool magic tricks using just your hands...
6 Things You Didn’t Know about the Vikings
Facts and misconceptions about Vikings and how they shaped European history
Did You Know These Vintage Items Might Be Worth Something?
Did you know that there are certain items in your home that might just be worth something? Take a look at these 12 vintage items that may be valuable.
10 Jaw-Dropping History Facts We Never Knew Were True...
These little-known historical facts and stories show us just how little we all know about life’s mysteries and history’s twists and turns.
Untamed Spirits: Tales of Legendary Mountain Men!
Not many know about these iconic men of the mountains.
10 Cool Maps That Show How Much Unpopulated Space There Is
These maps will utterly surprise you when you realize just how unevenly the world's population is spread out. Most of the world is quite free of people!
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These Acrobatic Performances Will Make Your Jaw Drop
A breathtaking compilation of the 100 best female acrobatic performances by Cirque du Soleil
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.
11 Fun Charts - You’ll Love Learning All This Useful Info!
In these helpful visual guides, we cover such important topics as distinguishing heart attack symptoms in men and women, and how to care for your indoor plants.
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WOW! These Men Must Have Nerves of Steel!
Vince Reffet and Noah Bahnson are thrill-seekers who love jumping off mountains. In this breathtaking video, they fly through the Alps.
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Ride Through a German Town In 1902 on 'The Flying Train'
Take a fascinating ride through a German town from 1902 in this rare and unique footage.
Early 1900s America Captured in Charming Vintage Photos
These vintage photos capture early 20th-century life in America.
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Rock On with This 'Eye of the Tiger' Drum Solo Act
This has to be the most stunning drum performance!
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This Has to be the Most Graceful Dance Performance Ever!
A breathtaking and beautiful performance by Cheetah Platt and Erica Linz on the gound and in the air.
The Story Behind One of History's Coolest Photographs
The Story Behind Ormond Gigli’s Photo: “Girls in the Windows”
10 Food Products You Should Never Freeze
Take note of this list of food products that should be kept far away from the freezer.
17 Inventive Wedding Invitations No One Would Say No To
Some wedding invitations are pretty bland, but not these genius creations. Here are 17 invitations that no one would ever turn down.
Life Has Changed a Lot Since These Photos Were Taken
These historic photos capture the everyday experiences of the last century, reminding us how much the ordinary things in life have changed.
