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Christmas trivia you probably didn’t know
Culture, Flashback/History

Christmas trivia you probably didn’t know

We uncovered the little-known facts, origin stories, and secret symbols even the biggest holiday fans never realised.
Culture, Flashback/History

The strange history of these 5 common superstitions

Ever wonder why some people avoid black cats and broken mirrors?
The only ways you should be using a semicolon
Flashback/History

Confused by semicolons? Here are the only ways you should be using one

The semicolon is the comma's first cousin, but it works a little bit harder; it also makes you look smarter
10 most influential video games of all time
Culture, Entertainment, Flashback/History

These 10 video games changed gaming forever

Influential video games, from Tetris and Super Mario Bros to Call of Duty 4 and Minecraft, changed gaming forever.
24 cities you learned about in school that no longer exist
Culture, Destinations, Flashback/History

23 cities you learned about in school that no longer exist

From the tragic to the mysterious, you won't believe these fascinating tales of cities that no longer exist.
7 times crazy weather changed the course of history
Culture, Flashback/History

7 times crazy weather changed the course of history

Mother Nature is powerful – so powerful, in fact, that there are times when the very course of historical events has been altered due to her forces.
14 historic places that are now abandoned
Flashback/History, Travel

14 historic places that are now abandoned

These crumbling sites still retain an eerie sort of beauty, a sad reminder of days gone by. But don't try to sneak in – for your safety, only visit in person those that are actually open for tourists.
Queen Elizabeth’s incredible life in 30 quotes
Culture, Flashback/History

Queen Elizabeth’s incredible life in 30 quotes

A retrospective look at some of Queen Elizabeth II's most memorable quotes throughout history.
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Culture, Flashback/History

43 vintage photos of Queen Elizabeth II before she became Queen

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was the United Kingdom's longest reigning monarch, having ascended the throne in 1952 at age 25. Following the sad news of her passing at the age of 96, here are [...]
13 world-changing ideas that came from dreams (literally)
Flashback/History

13 world-changing ideas that came from dreams (literally)

From classic novels to scientific breakthroughs to box-office blockbusters, some of our most important innovations were inspired by our subconscious.
The stories behind the most mysterious places in the world
Culture, Destinations, Flashback/History

The stories behind the most mysterious places in the world

Despite decades, or in some cases, centuries, of trying, these fascinating mysteries surrounding these mysterious locales have never been solved.
What Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Diana’s relationship was like
Culture, Flashback/History

The truth about Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Diana’s relationship

The royal women have been portrayed as having a frosty relationship, but how did Queen Elizabeth and Princess Diana really feel about each other? Here's what we know.
Trooping the Colour: 19 vintage photos of the Queen’s annual parade
Culture, Flashback/History

Trooping the Colour: 19 vintage photos of the Queen’s annual parade

Since the 18th century, Trooping the Colour has been the birthday celebration of the British monarch, but it's also a military exercise – and it brings the royals together in all their spring finery.
15 moments that changed women’s history forever
Flashback/History, Inspirational, Thought-provoking

12 moments that changed women’s history forever

In honour of Women's History Month and International Women’s Day on March 8, a look back at the single moments in history when, for women, doors of opportunity suddenly flung open.
11 unanswered questions about Grace Kelly’s death
Culture, Flashback/History

11 unanswered questions about Grace Kelly’s death

The sudden loss of the beloved Princess Grace of Monaco left the world not only heartbroken, but begging for answers to a number of haunting questions.
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