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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.

10:19

Lift Your Spirits With These Animal Rescue Stories!

Forget about the damsel in distress. This time, nature calls, and we must answer!

7:56

6 Chemical Reactions that Changed the Course of History

Although we rarely pay much attention to the chemistry that constantly surrounds us, these 6 reactions changed history.

5:04

Ever Wondered How Hormones Work? Well, Wonder No More...

Ever wondered how hormones work? Well, wonder no more as this informative TED-Ed video explains all!

5:49

Who Are the Americans That Live in North Korea?

Considering North Korea's secrecy and animosity towards the US, it's surprising to learn that 200 Americans live in the Hermit Kingdom... Who are these people?

18:25

How Is It MADE? - Drinking Glasses

We all use drinking glasses every day, but not many know about the precision, skill, and scientific process behind making them.

20:49

15 Most Densely Populated Places In the World

Did you know that over 95% of the human population occupies about 10 percent of the land available to us? Here are the 15 most densely populated areas.

6:08

Why Do People In Big Cities Walk FASTER?

It's been proven that people who live in big, densely populated cities tend to walk faster than those who live in smaller towns. The question is why?

6:30

Can Your Birth Month Influence the Course of Your Life?

This video reveals a few interesting (and non astrology related) ways in which the month you were born might influence the course of your life...

13:56

The Surprising Importance of Awkwardness

No one likes feeling awkward or uncomfortable, but it is an inherent part of being human. This is the science behind awkwardness and why it's important.

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?

6:30

Has Anyone Ever Truly Seen a Ghost?

If ghosts don't exist, how come some people swear they have seen one?

12:04

8 Little-Known Jobs That Keep the Movie Industry Going

We all know actors, directors and screenwriters, but these are the people that take care of the details, without which movies just wouldn't be that good

4:39

What First Impressions Reveal About Human Psychology

This video offers some interesting insight on first impressions, second chances, and what all this reveals about the human mind.

4:40

Ever Wondered How Binary Code Works? Wonder No More!

In this informative TED-Ed video, José Américo N. L. F. de Freitas explains how binary code works.Take a look!

4:52

Are There Universal Expressions of Emotion? Find Out Here!

Do facial expressions look the same and communicate the same meaning wherever you are in the world? Find out here!

5:50

Why Do We Sometimes Hallucinate? Find Out Here!

In this informative TED-Ed video, Elizabeth Cox details the science of hallucinations.

5:04

Ever Wondered How Hormones Work? Well, Wonder No More!

Ever wondered how hormones work? Well, wonder no more as this informative TED-Ed video explains all!

5:17

How Exactly Do We Hear? All is Revealed Here!

In this informative TED-Ed video, Douglas L. Oliver explains the complete science behind hearing.

7:56

These 6 Chemical Reactions Changed the Course of History

Although we rarely pay much attention to the chemistry that constantly surrounds us, these 6 reactions changed history.

4:20

What Makes Your Muscles Grow? Find Out Here!

In this TED-Ed video, Jeffrey Siegel illustrates how a good mix of nutrition, sleep, and exercise hells to keep your muscles as big and as strong as possible.

9:16

This Documentary Explains How the Earth Came Into Being

Ever wondered how the planet that we call home came into being? Well, this informative documentary will clear all that up for you! Take a look!

5:00

How Do Brain Scans Work? All Is Revealed Here!

How do we study living brains without harming their owners? In this TED-Ed video, Elizabther Waters and John Borghi explains how PETs, EEGs, and fMRIs work.

17:41

This is the History of Our World in Just 18 Minutes

Using a series of stunning illustrations, David Christian, in a riveting 18 minutes, narrates a complete history of the universe. Take a look!