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?
These Vintage Movie Posters Have Become Collector’s Items
These are the most expensive movie posters of all time!
The Real Story Behind the Most Famous War Poster
The famous 'We Can Do It!' poster is one of the cultural symbols of World War II, but not many know the story behind it...
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.
Nostalgia - '70s Teenagers Recalling the Good Times
These groovy 70's teenagers, now proud parents and grandparents, sit for a chat with their younger relatives to compare adolescence now and then.
Watch How Artists Create the Perfect Screams for Films
You probably never knew that there's a job called a Scream Artist. These people create screams in Hollywood films and TV shows.
Welcome to the World of Beautiful Vintage Cars - 16 Pics
Check out this collection of beautiful vintage cars.
The Reason Why No One Ever Smiles In Old Photographs
Discover the real cultural and technological reasons behind the serious faces in old portrait photographs.
Have You Watched These Amazing TV Miniseries Yet?
Short-run TV shows are great for quick entertainment. Here’s a list of some of the best miniseries you might not have seen.
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.
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...
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.
The History of Hitchhiking Is Surprisingly Interesting
The reason why the custom of hitchhiking doesn't exist anymore will surprise you. No, it's not because it's too dangerous...
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.
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
The Innovation That Helped the Allies Win World War II
In world War II Donald Bailey came up with an innovation that allowed the allies' tanks to cross bodies of water, and consequently win the war...
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.
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?
17 Poignant Photos That Are Anything But Ordinary
At first glance, you might not understand what's so special about some of these photos, but each one has a backstory that will make it unforgettable.
8 Movies Based on Incredible True Stories
Life has a way of outdoing fiction sometimes, and these 8 movies based on incredible true stories, prove it.
The Fascinating Histories of 8 Everyday Hand Gestures
We hardly give gestures like thumbs up or crossed fingers a second thought, but these signs have backstories and origins, and they are quite fascinating!
How the World’s Movie Capital Moved From New Jersey to LA
You might be surprised to find out that Hollywood's original location wasn't LA but Fort Lee, New Jersey!
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.
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?
These Photos Show How Much The World Has Changed…
These historical images reveal how much the world has changed in the last 100 years and it's absolutely incredible
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