curiosities

27 George Washington Facts That Paint America’s First President In A New Light

From the truth behind the cherry tree myth to the shocking story of his infamous dentures, these astounding facts about George Washington will change how you see America's foremost founding father.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 30, 2016

27 George Washington Facts That Paint America’s First President In A New Light

From the truth behind the cherry tree myth to the shocking story of his infamous dentures, these astounding facts about George Washington will change how you see America's foremost founding father.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 30, 2016

What We Loved This Week, Apr. 24 – 30

Never-before-seen outtakes from the photo shoots for your favorite rock album covers, the surprising beauty of the bugs in your backyard, Spike Lee’s dance party to celebrate Prince, Earth’s most impressive caves, the best one-of-a-kind historical curiosities. Never-Before-Seen Outtake Photos Behind Famous Rock Stars’ Album Covers Every David Bowie fan...

By All That's Interesting • Apr 29, 2016

What We Loved This Week, Apr. 24 – 30

Never-before-seen outtakes from the photo shoots for your favorite rock album covers, the surprising beauty of the bugs in your backyard, Spike Lee’s dance party to celebrate Prince, Earth’s most impressive caves, the best one-of-a-kind historical curiosities. Never-Before-Seen Outtake Photos Behind Famous Rock Stars’ Album Covers Every David Bowie fan...

By All That's Interesting • April 29, 2016

Venture Down Into The 21 Most Beautiful Caves On Earth

From azure caverns to crystal-bedded lakes, find your inner explorer with these 21 photos and facts about the world's most incredible caves.

By All That's Interesting • Apr 27, 2016

Venture Down Into The 21 Most Beautiful Caves On Earth

From azure caverns to crystal-bedded lakes, find your inner explorer with these 21 photos and facts about the world's most incredible caves.

By All That's Interesting • April 27, 2016

4 Times Iceland Made Major Decisions Based On Elves

Iceland is a country dotted with Viking relics, breathtaking volcanic landscapes and picture-perfect scenery. And, if you believe one subset of the population, elves.

By Nickolaus Hines • Apr 26, 2016

4 Times Iceland Made Major Decisions Based On Elves

Iceland is a country dotted with Viking relics, breathtaking volcanic landscapes and picture-perfect scenery. And, if you believe one subset of the population, elves.

By Nickolaus Hines • April 26, 2016

29 Astounding Images Of American Presidents As Young Men

These surprising images and facts reveal what some of America's most important presidents were like long before they took office.

By Briana Jones • Apr 26, 2016

29 Astounding Images Of American Presidents As Young Men

These surprising images and facts reveal what some of America's most important presidents were like long before they took office.

By Briana Jones • April 26, 2016

Did William Shakespeare Actually Exist?

William Shakespeare died 400 years ago today — if he even existed. There’s an entire field of a study dedicated to the various conspiracy theories regarding Shakespeare’s “true” identity. Here’s what you need to know.

By Elisabeth Sherman • Apr 23, 2016

Did William Shakespeare Actually Exist?

William Shakespeare died 400 years ago today — if he even existed. There’s an entire field of a study dedicated to the various conspiracy theories regarding Shakespeare’s “true” identity. Here’s what you need to know.

By Elisabeth Sherman • April 23, 2016

What Happened When I Became New York’s Famous Pigeon Lady

Each week, we bring you an incredible experience from someone who lived it. In this edition, New York native Tina Trachtenberg — AKA “Mother Pigeon” — tells us how she came to dedicate her entire life to NYC’s most hated animals: rats and pigeons. It's Autumn..i will be in Washington...

By Savannah Cox • Apr 15, 2016

What Happened When I Became New York’s Famous Pigeon Lady

Each week, we bring you an incredible experience from someone who lived it. In this edition, New York native Tina Trachtenberg — AKA “Mother Pigeon” — tells us how she came to dedicate her entire life to NYC’s most hated animals: rats and pigeons. It's Autumn..i will be in Washington...

By Savannah Cox • April 15, 2016

Watch The World’s Only Swimming Lizard In Action

Watch the one-of-a-kind marine iguana swim through the sea and learn how fascinating these bizarre, endangered creatures truly are.

By Elisabeth Sherman • Apr 11, 2016

Watch The World’s Only Swimming Lizard In Action

Watch the one-of-a-kind marine iguana swim through the sea and learn how fascinating these bizarre, endangered creatures truly are.

By Elisabeth Sherman • April 11, 2016

Three Massive Product Recalls, And The Chilling Circumstances Behind Them

Sometimes product makers get things wrong — and sometimes, they knowingly risk lives for a quick buck. The worst product recalls of recent years will have you thinking twice about going to the store.

By Richard Stockton • Apr 11, 2016

Three Massive Product Recalls, And The Chilling Circumstances Behind Them

Sometimes product makers get things wrong — and sometimes, they knowingly risk lives for a quick buck. The worst product recalls of recent years will have you thinking twice about going to the store.

By Richard Stockton • April 11, 2016

The Only Known Footage Of The Titanic

This incredible Titanic footage is your only chance to glimpse the doomed ship in action -- and see the waters where it sank.

By All That's Interesting • Apr 10, 2016

The Only Known Footage Of The Titanic

This incredible Titanic footage is your only chance to glimpse the doomed ship in action -- and see the waters where it sank.

By All That's Interesting • April 10, 2016