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Gene Paul Lim |

The Director Of The Ted Bundy Biopic Says The Killer Won’t Be Romanticized

After a string of  critics, the director of the new Ted Bundy biopic, Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile, assures..

Patricia Rodriguez |

The Secret Story Behind Some Of The Beatles’ Most Popular Songs

Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds Considered one of the most famous Beatles’ songs to date, Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds..

Krystle Richardson |

Apple Withdrew Facebook’s Developer Credentials Over An App That Mined Teenagers’ Device Data

Operating under the entirely Orwellian title “Facebook Research,” the app that got Apple up in arms paid users as young as..

Jessie Atkin |

Judge Judy: The Truth Behind The Hot Bench

Judge Judy is only her stage name, her honor’s full name is Judge Judith Sheindin, and her famous show premiered back..

David Ralph Retuya |

How These Women Got The Raise They Deserved, And How You Can Too!

Everyone knows that women get less pay than men. It’s a known fact that for every dollar a man earns, a woman receives..

Jen Aguilar |

Bus Driver Saved a Toddler Strolling in the Cold

A female bus driver went above and beyond her duty when she stopped driving to save an unexpected passenger: a barefoot toddler...

David Ralph Retuya |

The Pioneers of Women’s Rights

Numerous women in American history fought for the rights that their fellow sisters are enjoying today. If it weren’t..

World

Jen Aguilar |

Here’s Why We Should Never Forget Katharine McCormick’s Special Role in the Birth Control Movement

Philanthropist Katharine Dexter McCormick played a highly significant role in a pioneering research about birth control pill that led to its successful development.  Beyond her..

David Ralph Retuya |

The Bachelor Episode That Gave A Positive Nod to The #MeToo Movement

When Caelynn Miller-Keyes opened up to Colton Underwood about being sexually assaulted in college, it made the episode different from anything the viewers have ever seen from The..

Gene Paul Lim |

Kitten Bowl IV: An Exclusive Look At One Of Its Best Cat Stars

Yeah Super Bowl 2019 will headline Adam Levine, Maroon 5, Travis Scott and Big Boi, and not to mention millions of dollars in promotional funds. It might be the biggest sports..

David Ralph Retuya |

Amazon Proof No More? Family Dollar Is Closing Hundreds of Stores

Dollar Tree Inc., the parent company of budget stores, Dollar Tree and Family Dollar announced that it would close 390 stores during 2019. People saw the company's efforts to save..

Gene Paul Lim |

A Look at ‘La Mamounia’ – Marrakech’s New Insanely Luxurios Hotel

Most luxury hotels fail to distinguish themselves from the rest. The same can’t be said with La Mamounia though, which treats guests with abundant Marrakech in every inch and corner...

Tammy Ziv |

Jennifer Lawrence’s Fashion Evolution

Jennifer Lawrence is at the top of every guest list and a fixture on every red carpet. Can you believe that just a few years ago she was the new girl in Hollywood? The “Hunger..

Mark Villanueva |

The Etiquette of Networking: Enjoying While Making an Impression at Office Parties

It’s that time of the year again, and you must be confused with all the electronic invitations piling up in your inbox. It’s time to celebrate the year’s achievements and you know..

Mark Villanueva |

The Lost History of American River Communities, Revisited by an Artist in a Shantyboat

Wes Modes is documenting life along America’s waterways. American rivers used to be home to thousands of people, particularly during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Families..

Sports

Saríce Holley |

5 Of The Shortest Basketball Players In NBA History

If you’ve ever watched even a snippet of an NBA game, you’ll quickly notice that it’s a sport dominated by those with..

Jen Aguilar |

Mark Cuban Might Swim in the Shark Tank of Politics

Considering that there’s a representative for a reality television star to be picked out to the highest office in the nation,..

David Ralph Retuya |

Surfing In Artificial Wave Pools In The 2020 Summer Olympics

Surfing fans across the globe celebrated as news about the sport taking part in the Olympic games by 2020 broke out. While..

Jen Aguilar |

Last Years 5 Highest-Paid NBA Players

There’s no doubt that the NBA is booming, and some of its superstars are among the highest-paid athletes in the world.  Basketball..

Erika Burch |

Your Favorite WWE Personalities New Careers

Unfortunately for professional athletes, and for the fans who adore them, playing sports for a living can only last for so..

David Ralph Retuya |

Top 4 Best Diving Destinations In Australia

Australia is the place to be for people who take scuba diving seriously. More popularly known as the home of the Great Barrier..

Jen Aguilar |

5 of the Most Memorable NBA Jerseys

If you’re a long-time NBA fan these famous jerseys will surely bring about some serious of nostalgia, here are 5 of..

Mysteries

David Ralph Retuya |

11 Most Expensive Things in the World That have Been Stolen

The Mona Lisa The Mona Lisa is the most famous, if not the most beautiful painting in the world. Today, this masterpiece is estimated around $2 billion. It's no surprise that..

David Ralph Retuya |

How Reading and Writing Evolved Through the Years

Scientists are still baffled on how ancient humans acquired the ability to process visual information. In a world where reading and writing didn't exist, how could our ancestors..

David Ralph Retuya |

How Prince Charles is Related to Count Dracula

Prince Charles hails from a powerful bloodline of famed dignitaries and rulers. The list of reputed noblemen related to him might be long, but there's one in particular that gets..

Krystle Richardson |

Strange Ancient Insect Found Fossilized In A Piece of Indonesian Opal

While opal is always a valuable find, this piece bears a tiny yet remarkable secret cargo. Perfectly preserved within the beautiful swirling colors of the opal rests an insect..

David Ralph Retuya |

The Language We Speak Affects Our Perception Of Life

Many experts believe that language determines thought. How an individual reacts to everyday life is affected by the vocabulary they have learned through their informative years...

Mark Villanueva |

Stolen ‘Life’ Magazine Returned After Half a Century

The Cuyahoga County Public Library, through its Parma branch, received a highly unusual package delivered by the US Postal Service. Inside it was a personal note, along with a..

Mark Villanueva |

Ancient Inscriptions by American Whalers Discovered Among Aboriginal Petroglyphs

Researchers believe the sailors were commemorating their voyages.  The Dampier archipelago is home to about a million petroglyphs that are carved in many places across its 42 islands..

Mark Villanueva |

Could This Be the English Farmhouse That Inspired “Wuthering Heights”?

Literary history is up for grabs, if you have the means. In 1847, Emily Bronte published what would be her only novel, that is now considered an English literature classic. The..

Ancient

Mark Villanueva |

Hippocratic Doctors Had This Strange Tip for Couples Who Wanted a Girl

Doctors in Ancient Greece wrote recipes to cure their patients’ ailments and even determine the sex of their children. Hippocratic..

Saríce Holley |

5 Strange Ancient Customs You Probably Never Heard of In History Class

From injurious bloodletting to suffocating Victorian corsets, you think you’ve heard it all when it comes to outlandish rituals..

Mark Villanueva |

10 Fascinating Things You Should Know About the Maya Civilization

A Maya Pyramid was discovered as recent as 2015 This discovery in 2015 simply means that there still remains a lot of work..

David Ralph Retuya |

Mass Child Sacrifice Discovered in Peru: 140 Killed In ‘Heart Removal’ Ritual

The most significant sacrifice in the history of the world might have been done in Peru. Skeletons of over 140 children on..

Michelle Adams |

The Tilt Of The Leaning Tower Of Pisa Has Reduced

Italy is known around the world for its many famous locations. The more notable among these locations are the ancient Roman..

Michelle Adams |

Rare Emerald Mined In Zambia Found a Large 5,655 Carats

Emeralds are defined by the English dictionary as any of various green gemstones, especially a green transparent form of..

Michelle Adams |

Amazing Facts About The Snow Leopard Cats

Extinction is a saddening thing, the fact that a whole specie of animal can be wiped out completely without any trace but..

Latest Posts

Rouella Midel-Bagiscan |

Why Outdoor Winter Exercise is Good for You
The cold winter weather does not only make us feel more sluggish, but it also makes us want to eat more. But don’t let the low temperature stop you from going outdoors and exercising...

David Ralph Retuya |

Who is The Iconic Billie Jean King?
Billie Jean King is the first female athlete ever to earn more than $100,000 in a single season. The Californian athlete was also the first woman to receive the distinction of..

Michelle Adams |

Cities That Should Only Have One Team Per Sport
The Rams welcomed the Chargers at a packed up stadium. This marked a special NFL weekend in LA. Reason being that the get in price was brought down to as low as $30. Who wouldn’t..

Michelle Adams |

A Drop In Water Level Revealed A 600 Years Old Buddha
In different parts of the world, there have been different historical events, buildings or constructions that are still spoken about till now. Many of these events are present..

Mark Villanueva |

The American Civil Liberties Union
Established in 1920, the American Civil Liberties Union, or ACLU, a non-profit legal organization, aims to defend the constitutional rights of American citizens by offering litigation..

Michelle Adams |

These Six Meals Are Essential For All Runners
Since time immemorial, running has been a great way to keep fit, shed some unnecessary weight and stay in shape.  It is also one of the most popular forms of exercise in the world...

Michelle Adams |

Ancient Coin Sells At Five Figures
This article might probably get you thinking about the old collectibles you might have hidden in your garage somewhere, and how much you might make from them. Ancient pieces that..

Krystle Richardson |

The Real Reason Why Czechs Don’t Speak German
Back in the 17th century, when it was known as the Kingdom of Bohemia, the Czech Republic fell under Habsburg (aka Austrian) rule and their language all but disappeared. In the..

Michelle Adams |

Keep Fit and Eat Healthy Snacks
Diving right into that greasy yummy burger across the gym Station isn't really a smart idea right after hours of running on the treadmill in an attempt to stay fit, that instant..

Gene Paul Lim |

The Most Famous Carnival in the World: The Carnival of Rio de Janeiro
Before Christians devote their personal time praying and sacrificing for a period of 40 days during the season of Lent, there is a moment for celebration. No place on earth holds..