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    21 Rarely Seen Photos You Won’t Find in History Books

    Get a unique look at everyone from Hollywood stars to British royals with these rarely seen photos from throughout the...


    12 Things Middle Children Need to Watch Out For

    Middle Child Day is August 12—here's what the middleborn have to be wary of if they want to lead a...


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    8 of the Most Successful Bank Robberies in History

    Hollywood isn't the only place with successful heists.


    This Is What 14 Everyday Objects Looked Like 100 Years Ago

    Let's take a walk back in time to the early 1900s—what did everyday things look like back then?


    11 Psychology Experiments That Went Horribly Wrong

    Science has given us amazing breakthroughs, but some researchers have been responsible for horrifying studies—here are some of the worst



    22 Words and Phrases You Had No Clue Originated in the Military

    The term "feeling blue" originated in the Navy. Who knew?


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    How 16 Iconic Foods Got Their Name

    Try not to start salivating as you dig into the history behind the human-inspired handles of the following popular dishes...

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    12 Bizarre Secrets from the World’s Biggest Businesses

    From Walmart to McDonald's, these major corporations have some secrets hidden in plain sight that help you save more—and spend...


    16 Spelling Rules You Should Have Memorized

    If you've been tripped up by "embarrassed," "necessary," or "rhythm," you're not alone. Use these tips to never misspell these...


    10 Types of Words You Never Knew Had to Be Capitalized

    Is it french fries or French Fries? Or maybe French fries? These are the rules you always wonder about when...


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    13 Unsolved Mysteries Easily Explained by Science

    Everyone loves a good mystery—everyone except scientists, that is. Here are their perfectly rational explanations for some truly bizarre mysteries.


    101 History Jokes That Even History Buffs Will Find Hilarious

    Those who do not laugh at history are doomed to repeat it. These history jokes will provide the lessons and...


    10 Almost-Extinct Words You Should Start Using Right Away

    Whenever the dictionary gets updated, some words face the chopping block. If you would be sad to see “skedaddle” skedaddle...


    The Best Free Grammar Check Programs Online

    Making mistakes in work emails or sending a presentation in which you've confused "your" and "you're" isn't fun—and it makes...


    9 Quirky Facts We Bet You Didn’t Know About the Origin of Your Favorite Foods

    From salads to sandwiches to ice cream cones—we've got the scoop on the history of your favorite foods.


    9 Body Language Tricks to Get EXACTLY What You Want From Life

    Want to lose weight? Land a job? We've got you covered.

    12 Definitive Traits of a Middle Child

    Birth order doesn't automatically impact your personality. But there are some common traits that middle children share—beyond peacekeeping.


    9 “French” Things That Aren’t Actually from France

    There are some things that the English language prefixes with being “French,” but are not actually of French origin at...


    6 Bizarre Things That Happen When It’s About to Storm

    Even when you can't find a weather report, nature gives its own signs that a downpour is on its way.


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    8 Little Party Etiquette Rules You Need to Follow If You Ever Want to Be Invited Back

    You don't always have to arrive on time and fresh-cut flowers are not the perfect house-warming present. Whether it's a...


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    Pop Culture Facts to Have Ready for Trivia Night

    You may think your brain is already brimming with entertainment knowledge. Your friends call you a walking, talking International Movie...


    Craziest Things That Have Happened During Hypnosis

    While hypnosis can be used as a resourceful tool in therapy, it can be fodder for some strange anecdotes from...

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    10 Tricky U.S. War History Questions Most People Never Get Right

    Even the greatest history buffs of all time may get stumped.


    11 British Words and Sayings That Everyone in the World Should Know

    Oscar Wilde once said, "We have really everything in common with America nowadays except, of course, language." Here is your...


    25 Homophones People Confuse All the Time

    Homophones are two words that have the same pronunciation but different definitions and spellings. Read on to ensure that you...


    12 Funeral Etiquette Tips Everyone Should Know

    You might know to wear black to the service, but being aware of proper funeral etiquette will let you do...


    18 Latin Phrases That Will Make You Sound Smarter

    After all, omnia dicta fortiora si dicta Latina.


    9 Common Sayings That Are Actually Total Nonsense

    ALWAYS cry over spilled milk, NEVER pick the low-hanging fruit, and 7 more common sayings improved by science.