6 Things You Didn’t Know about the Vikings

Facts and misconceptions about Vikings and how they shaped European history

Ancient Love Stories: The Most Iconic Historical Romances

The pages of history are crammed with some remarkable stories about love. Let's explore some of the greatest ones ever told.

Rare Interesting Historical Photos That are Must-See

You won’t find these rare photos in your history books.

7 Fairy Tales That Are Popular to This Very Day!

The best fairy tales are those that are timeless and yet forever modern, tapping into our wildly shared emotions and moral attitudes. Here are 7 of the best!

7 Conspiracy Stories that Turned Out to be True

These stories are shocking... and they turned out to be true!

16 Absolutely Unforgettable Historical Photographs

Take a peek at these unforgettable 16 photos, and see history from a brand new perspective.

These Jaw-Dropping Photos Reveal the TRUE Scale of Things

When you see just how the size of a person compares to these massive natural wonders and human creations, you'll be utterly surprised!

10 Things You Didn't Know Were Invented By Native Americans

Learn about some super useful inventions that the Native Americans contributed to the world.

Wow! How Did These Children Survive These Ordeals?

Children are amazingly resilient. These six children suffered terrible ordeals, but they all managed to survive against all odds.

12 Beautiful Plants That Will Transform Your Windows

Brighten your home with these gorgeous window plants.

The Fascinating Last Words of Famous Historical Figures

Some of the most important figures in world history, along with some of the most notorious, had some fascinating things to say just before they left this world.

10 Common Phrases You’re Probably Saying Wrong

You’ve misused these sayings for years!

10 Truly Bizarre Facts About Life in Ancient Rome

Chances are, you would be shocked if you traveled through time and suddenly appeared in Ancient Rome, as these 10 bizarre facts surely prove.

These Foods Are Considered Bad Luck on New Year’s!

It's considered extremely unlucky to eat these foods before the New Year.

8 Mysterious Objects Found By Deep Sea Divers

The oceans are vast and mysterious, and they hide many strange and curious lost objects. Here are 8 such items, unearthed by deep-sea divers.

Early 1900s America Captured in Charming Vintage Photos

These vintage photos capture early 20th-century life in America.

10 Battles in History Most People Don't Know About

The world would have been very different had it not been for these battles.

You’re Wrong About These 10 Historical “Facts”

We list 10 common beliefs about famous historical figures and places that were all wildly misconstrued - from Julius Caesar’s birth to the black ninja uniform.

Let’s Learn About 7 of the Longest Words!

Did you know that the longest word to appear in literature clocks at a staggering 183 letters? Find out about more such longest words.

18 Unlikely But True Facts That Will Get You Thinking

The saying truth is stranger than fiction is all too true when you read these incredible facts. #2 had me grabbing for my calculator.

The 12 Moonwalkers: The Men Who Touched The Lunar Surface

Here's a look at the only 12 men in history to have walked on the surface of the moon.

Beware of Ordering These (Potentially) Fake Foods

There are certain items on a restaurant's menu that should be considered with caution, and this is because they tend to be faked. Learn more here.

18 Historical Photos Brought to Life in Glorious Color!

These glorious photos show history in full color.

How Good Are Your Reflexes? Try These Exercises with Kids

Here are 5 great and fun activities to test your reflexes.

The Story Behind One of History's Coolest Photographs

The Story Behind Ormond Gigli’s Photo: “Girls in the Windows”