Baby Names That are BANNED Around the World

These 14 names, some bizarre and some fairly ordinary, have been rejected or even outright banned in countries around the world for different reasons.

12 Freaky Photos of Olympians That Will Shock You

These surreal pictures of Olympians will make you see athletes in a different light.

15 Latin Phrases We Use to This Day Without Even Realizing

As an English, speaker you likely know more Latin than you ever thought you did. Just look at these 15 Latin phrases and see if you know what they mean...

8 Influential Ancient Sumerian Inventions You Should Know

Find out some of the prominent and influential inventions by ancient Sumerians that helped change our world.

10 Decisions That Changed World History Forever

Did you know that world history has often been changed by decisions that were taken in a split second? Here are 10 that changed world history forever.

17 Terrific Charts to Expand Your General Knowledge

We have a treat for all lifelong learners. It’s a list of 17 charts that will enrich your knowledge in geography, nutrition, linguistics & anything in-between!

14 Obsolete English Terms We Wish Were Brought Back!

Over the centuries, so many eloquent and useful English words fell out of use. We wish these 14 clever (but sadly obsolete) terms were used more often.

9 ‘Current’ Words That Are Much Older Than You’d Guess

Hipster, Influencer and Dude - all these words sound so quintessentially modern, but you'd be surprised to learn how old they actually are.

Magicians Beware! We're Exposing Your Greatest Tricks!

When watching a good magician in action, many great tricks seem to completely defy logic, but here we expose 8 of the most common ones!

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!

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.

Language History: The Origins of 7 Common Phrases

Let's delve deep into history and travel all the way back to Ancient Rome to reveal the origins of 7 common food-related expressions in the English language.

Travel History With These Amazing Photos of Yesteryear

Amazing photos reveal 150 years of history.

10 Quirky British Slang Phrases to Add to Your Vocabulary

British English often seems like a whole different language. Learn all about 10 common and certainly fun and quirky British slang words in this article!

With Epitaphs Like These, How Can They Ever Be Forgotten?

Check out this collection of 15 different epitaphs, ranging from emotional ones to highly humorous ones.

Some of These Facts About the US Will Leave You Speechless

We have collected the 50 most fascinating facts about each state. Some of them historical, some funny, and some straight out hard to believe.

8 Must-Watch Movies for Fans of Mythology and Folklore

Mythology and folklore from around the world have inspired several films, and these are some of the best.

These Benches Tell a Story: Witty & Heartfelt Tributes

These bench plaques will warm your heart instantly.

Find Your Holiday Cheer in These 10 Christmas Books

These charming Christmas books will get you in the mood for the holidays.

This Lost WWII Postcard is a Moving Glimpse Into History

Bill Caldwell's family was astonished to receive a postcard from him - sent in 1943!

A Nostalgic Look Back at Prices in the Past (14 Pics)

Travel back to the time when things cost just a few cents.

Be Prepared! These Facts About the World Are Pretty Scary

These facts are incredibly fascinating... but they've got an element of spookiness to them too!

Life Has Changed a Lot Since These Photos Were Taken

These historic photos capture the everyday experiences of the last century, reminding us how much the ordinary things in life have changed.

10 Mind-Blowing History Facts You Never Knew Were True

This article is a collection of 10 surprising and little-known ancient history facts, some serious, some mysterious, and some just plain odd.

10 Common Phrases You’re Probably Saying Wrong

You’ve misused these sayings for years!