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11:56

Odd One Out - The Reason French Pronunciation Is So Unique

Italian, Spanish, and French all evolved from Latin. If all of these languages have the same root, why does French pronunciation sounds so different?

6:38

How Belgium Functioned For Two Years Without a Government

Forming a government in Belgium is so difficult, the country has been operating without one for nearly 2 years! But how is that possible?

4:43

How Come Humans are The Only Species To Have Language?

Language allows us to express an unlimited number of things, and humans are the only species capable of it. How did all came to be?

11:24

Why Were Masks SO Popular In Medieval Venice?

Venetian masks are one of the city's most iconic symbols. But what is the history of these unusual accessories? Find out the surprising answer in this video.

4:17

This Fortress Has Over 1000 Years of Fascinating History

Over 2 million people visit the Alhambra fortress every year, but few of them know about the secret world beneath this ancient monument.

14:52

What Are the Odds?! - 20 Creepy Historical Coincidences

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

5:23

What Made the Merriam-Webster Dictionary Last So Long

How do new words get added do the dictionary? Watch the surprising history of the Merriam-Webster Dictionary to find out...

7:05

A Walk Through the Destroyed City of Berlin in July 1945

In this absolutely fascinating restored footage, you get a glimpse of the partly destroyed streets of Berlin in July 1945, mere months after the German surrender.

11:51

Animal Spies: Fascinating Stories of Non-Human Agents

Who raises less suspicion than innocent animals? Learn of the incredible cases in which animals were trained and used for espionage.

11:23

How Europe’s Greatest Warship Was Defeated by a Breeze

The Vasa was supposed to be the greatest warship in the world in 1628. So how did it end up sinking on its maiden voyage?

6:13

Could the Daylight Saving Time Practice Be Cancelled?

Daylight saving time, the practice of advancing the clocks by one hour during the warmer months, is a more controversial topic than you'd think

14:54

There Is More to Switzerland's Neutrality Than You Know…

Staying neutral during conflict isn't so simple. This video reveals some fascinating facts about Switzerland's neutrality and its true cost.

9:09

Hypnotism: Science or Forgery?

His contemporaries called him a charlatan, but in the late 1880s, Dr. Anton Mesmer was onto something we now know as hypnotism.

6:38

How Singapore Became One Of the World’s Richest Countries

Singapore is one of the richest and most expensive countries to live in. How did this island city-state accumulate this wealth, despite its humble beginnings?

8:22

The Secret Behind Napoleon Bonaparte’s Signature Pose

You may have noticed that Napoleon Bonaparte is always depicted in the same pose - tucking one hand in his shirt. But why?

6:03

Bananas Have a Dark History You Didn’t Know...

This video tells the surprisingly fascinating history of bananas and how they impacted international relationships.

2:34

These Gigantic Ships Make World Trade Possible

The largest container ship in the world is the size of 4 football fields! Learn about these colossally enormous boats and their impact on the economy.

5:41

How Billiard Balls Changed the World

Plastic Seems to be everywhere we turn. But how was it invented and how did it take over the world? It all started with a billiard ball...

3:44

Fun History: How Pink Became the ‘Official’ Girls’ Color

It seems like a natural law of the world at this point, but actually, pink wasn’t always associated with girls. This video explains how the phenomenon began.

10:18

What Species Is the Oldest on Earth? You’ll Be Surprised

You'd be surprised to find out how far back some species go, including humans...

9:31

Why Cairo is the Middle East’s Gem

Discover the magic of the largest and most impressive desert city in the world!

6:10

The History of IQ Tests Has a Dark Side

This video offers an interesting recount of the rather dark history of IQ tests and the levels of their accuracy.

6:09

The Odd History of Ouija Boards

How did this ‘mystical’ board game become so prominent in popular culture? The history of ouija boards may surprise you.

5:22

We Bet You Didn’t Know The Word OK’s True Meaning

It feels like one of the most natural and obvious words in our vocabulary, but it isn’t exactly so. Watch to find out OK’s interesting origins.