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The Great Wave - Why Is This Piece of Art SO Famous?

The Great Wave Off Kanagawa is one of the most recognizable art pieces in the world. This is the story behind this iconic Japanese artwork.

15:48

The Thinker: Little-Known Facts About the Famous Statue

The Thinker by Auguste Rodin is one of the most famous sculptures in the world. But there's so much we still don't know about it...

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Is Van Gogh’s ‘The Night Cafe’ a Misunderstood Gem?

The Legendary artist, Vincent Van Gogh, considered his painting 'The Night Cafe' ugly. But was it actually a misunderstood gem?

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Little-Known Facts About The Milkmaid by Johannes Vermeer

The Milkmaid by Johannes Vermeer is one of the most famous paintings of all time. Here are some fascinating facts about it.

13:51

The Mona Lisa: The Rich Details in the Painting We Missed

Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci is one of the greatest paintings ever made. Get to know what went behind the creation of this famous painting.

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Do You Know Anyone With a Hobby as Weird as These?

These people’s talents are so unusual that they were picked as the Weirdest Talents of 2020!

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These Bizarre Historical Heists Almost Sound Made Up

Did you know that an entire church was once stolen brick by brick? Learn about some unbelievable historical heists here.

12:09

Spruce Up Your Garden With These Brilliant DIY Ideas

This brilliant video contains 16 different DIY ideas that are perfect for any garden. What's more, they couldn't be any simpler to make!

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A Fascinating History of the New Year’s Eve

Did you know that New Year's hasn’t always been celebrated on January 1?

10:48

Why Is This Painting So Oddly Shaped?

Everyone who enjoys classical art must know this oddly-shaped painting...

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We’ve Never Seen Such Strange Theme Park Rides!

Fasten your seatbelts because you're about to hear about the 15 strangest and most impressive amusement park rides in the world.

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Car Designs Have Changed SO Much Over the Last Century

A classic car expert provides an in-depth analysis of the last 100 years of car design.

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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...

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Hyper-Realistic Drawings That Are Simply Outstanding

Marvel at these outstandingly real hyper-realistic drawings

9:54

A Japanese Chef's Knife Could Cost $900, Here’s Why

One chef's knife produced at Takamura Hamono in Echizen, Japan, can cost $900. What makes these knives so special and coveted?

14:52

What Are the Odds?! - 20 Creepy Historical Coincidences

These are some of the creepiest, and most spine-chilling coincidental occurrences in history...

19:54

15 Unusual and Unforgettable Formula 1 Car Concepts

Every year Formula One teams compete not only on the racetrack but in their car designs and technology. Here are 15 unusual and unforgettable F1 card models.

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20 Fascinating Jobs You Probably Didn’t Know Existed

From professional Lego builders to people whose job it is to make babies cry in movies, there are many fascinating and unexpected jobs out there...

17:50

What's Inside the Famous Faberge Eggs?

The famous Faberge Eggs are one of the world's greatest treasures. Each of these eggs has a secret inside, as well as a fascinating history...

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Incredible Art - These Are NOT Pencil Drawings!

Alfred Cheng's artworks are not made with pencil or charcoal, as it appears at first glance. He creates intricate portraits using only nails and a single thread.

17:57

How Two Fake Policemen Stole $500 Million Worth of Art

In 1990, 13 works of art, valued at $500 million in total, were stolen from a museum in Boston. This is how the fake policemen conducted this mysterious heist.

15:52

This Species Could Save the Entire Amazon Ecosystem

Is it possible for a fish to breastfeed? Learn about the arapaima, the fish species which has been puzzling scientists for years...

17:38

Ancient Greece: A Quick and Fascinating Overview

Want to learn everything about ancient Greece without having to read a book? Here's a quick crash course on the fascinating subject.

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History Lesson: The Armored War Elephants of Ancient India

Elephants in ancient Indian history played a crucial part in warfare. Find out more about their fascinating history...