Why did the Ottoman Empire fall? There's no single answer. It was a slow-motion collapse fueled by internal dysfunction, foreign intervention and the brutal modernity of war.

By Lena Thaywick

Where does cocaine originate from? It starts with a green shrub called Erythroxylum coca, or simply, the coca plant. Native to the Andes Mountains of South America, this plant has been cultivated for thousands of years by Indigenous communities for its stimulating properties.

By Wren Corvayne

If you’ve ever watched sparrows flutter around your yard or city park, you know they rarely sit still. But what is a group of sparrows called? The answer may not be as famous as a murder of crows or a gaggle of geese, but it’s every bit as descriptive.

By Nico Avelle

Think the zoo is wild? Then you haven't experienced the real thing.

By Elena Tralwyn

This list focuses on historical figures whose leadership decisions led to mass murder, genocide, and horrific losses across generations.

By Lena Thaywick

Capybaras are the world’s largest rodents, known for their laid-back attitude and love of water. But what is a group of capybaras called? Like many social animals, they have a fitting collective noun that reflects how they live and interact in the wild.

By Nico Avelle

While the name of the youngest Olympian ever remains a mystery (more on that in a moment), there's still a long record of extremely young athletes who have managed to qualify, compete, and even win medals at the Olympic Games.

By Isla Brevant

You’ve probably seen hummingbirds darting around your yard or at a feeder, shimmering like flying jewels.

By Nico Avelle

At the federal level, cannabis remains illegal, but state laws vary widely. The most weed-friendly states allow the widest legal access for adult use, medical use, or both.

By Lena Thaywick

In timed Olympic events, the difference between gold and silver can come down to a fraction of a second. You won't find that kind of accuracy in your typical wristwatch. Find out about the systems (and backup systems) that keep Olympic timing honest.

By Lacy Perry & Kate Kershner

Who builds data centers? It's important to understand that, behind every cloud service, streaming platform, and AI model is a data center facility designed for scale, security, and speed.

By Grant Virellan

You may have heard a group of lions is called a pride, and a group of crows is called a murder. But what is a group of parrots called? The answer is almost as noisy as the birds themselves.

By Nico Avelle

When asking what state has the worst drivers, you might be wondering if the drivers you encounter every day in your home state are the actual worst, but what you're really asking which drivers in the country create the highest risk for crashes, injuries, and financial loss.

By Miles Norellin

Many cult classic movies missed normal success metrics and instead built cult status through obsession, repeat viewing, and word of mouth.

By Isla Brevant

If you've ever seen a sloth move, you know they take their time. So it might be surprising to learn there's a collective noun for them at all.

By Nico Avelle

If you are exploring tarot birth cards, you are using your birth date as a map for personality, soul, and life themes.

By Isla Brevant

Why did ancient Egypt fall? Settle in for the story of how one of the longest-lasting civilizations in the ancient world slowly lost power.

By Lena Thaywick

Apes are among the most intelligent animals on Earth, closely related to humans and deeply social in the wild.

By Nico Avelle

Oh, you thought this Disney resorts list was only going to cover Orlando? The Walt Disney Company owns and operates hotels, resorts, and villas all around the word. When you have an upcoming trip, it helps to group Disney resort hotels by city and nearby theme parks.

By Elena Tralwyn

For many remote workers, choosing where to live is as simple as picking a place with reliable internet, good coffee and better weather. But some spots go the extra kilometer.

By Jasper Merrenor

Babylon was once the jewel of the ancient world, a mighty city nestled along the Euphrates River, renowned for its towering ziggurats and legendary Hanging Gardens. But why did Babylon fall?

By Lena Thaywick

Lemurs are social, wide-eyed primates found only on Madagascar and the nearby Comoro Islands. But what is a group of lemurs called?

By Nico Avelle

Want to keep more of your crypto gains? Then you're probably wondering about crypto-tax-free countries.

By Jasper Merrenor

Ever wondered what to call a bunch of seagulls? You're not alone.

By Nico Avelle

In the early 1500s, the Aztecs ruled a sprawling empire across central Mexico. Their capital city, Tenochtitlán, was the largest city in the Americas at the time.

By Lena Thaywick