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13 Inventors Killed By Their Own Inventions

Get swept away in the tale of how Henry Winstanley was swept away in the lighthouse he designed (and other fascinating yet tragic tales).

He's never gonna make you cry, unless you step on him with bare feet.

Brick Roll: LEGO Version of Rick Astley Is Never Gonna Give You Up in New Video

Brick Astley has all the ’80s swagger of Rick Astley, but with tiny, cylindrical hands and hardly any neck.

Watch the World’s Finest Cat Videos—and Support Indie Theaters—at Pittsburgh’s Virtual “Quarantine Cat Film Festival”

All ticket sales from this cat video extravaganza will go toward keeping indie movie theaters afloat during the coronavirus pandemic.

Wouldn't you love to go down in history as the person who proved the existence of the Loch Ness Monster?

Is Nessie Out There? Keep Your Eye on This Loch Ness Livestream to Find Out

This round-the-clock livestream could very well be the key to proving if the Loch Ness Monster is real.

This corpse flower is ready for her closeup.

Barnard College’s Corpse Flower Just Bloomed for the First Time Ever—Watch It Here

The corpse flower smells similar to rotting flesh, dead fish, or Camembert cheese that’s been left out all night.

Do or do not watch this trailer. There is no 'try.'

See What a Trailer for The Empire Strikes Back Might Look Like in 2020

This modern reimagining of ‘The Empire Strikes Back’ trailer might inspire a full Star Wars series rewatch.

These waves won't unexpectedly soak your beach towel when the tide comes in.

Watch: This Crashing Wave Art Installation in South Korea Brings Seaside Tranquility to a Busy City

The screen’s resolution is nearly twice ultra-HD, making the installation even more realistic than ocean footage on your TV at home.

Franz Reichelt is now remembered as the "flying tailor."

14 Experiments Gone Wrong

In this episode of 'The List Show,' we take a look at experiments throughout history that definitely did not go according to plan.

Prince performs during the Purple Rain tour in 1985.

You Can Stream Prince and the Revolution’s ‘Live 1985’ Concert to Support Coronavirus Relief Efforts

Prince’s legendary concert will be available to watch through Sunday, May 17, and Google is matching all donations.

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Common Misconceptions About Famous Books and Authors

In this episode of 'Misconceptions,' we explore the plot holes, incorrect quotes, and other mistaken beliefs that surround beloved books and writers.

24 Puzzling Parenting Tips From the 1800s

From baby cages to giving children opium-laced substances, here are some parenting tips from the 1800s you definitely want to avoid.

Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater in Pennsylvania.

You Can Take a Virtual Tour of Fallingwater and More of Frank Lloyd Wright's Most Famous Buildings

More than a dozen Frank Lloyd Wright properties, including Taliesin and Fallingwater, have volunteered to share virtual tours in the coming weeks.

Paul Robinson, Wikimedia Commons // CC BY-SA

Take a Virtual Tour of One of the Quietest Places on Earth

It's so quiet at Orfield Laboratories in Minneapolis, Minnesota, that you can hear your lungs, stomach, and heart working.

Sourdough bread in a bakery in San Francisco, the city that gave the library its very first sourdough starter back in 1989.

Take a Virtual Tour of Belgium’s Sourdough Library

Go globetrotting for dozens of sourdough starters in this mouthwatering tour of the Puratos Sourdough Library.

See Disneyland as You’ve Never Seen It Before: Completely Empty

Disneyland in California has been closed for over a month due to coronavirus, and this video shows the park's eerie, empty attractions.

A photo of the Pompeii ruins from November 2019.

Explore Two of Pompeii’s Excavated Homes in This Virtual Tour

Before the Mount Vesuvius eruption of 79 C.E., these homes in Pompeii featured gardens and impressive art collections.

You don't need to wear full business attire to maintain a professional appearance.

10 Ways To Look Professional, and Hide Your Pajamas, In a Video Conference Call

You don't have to wear pants without a stretchy waistband, but you should follow a few tips before joining a Zoom video call when working from home.

YouTube's Physics Girl snuffs out a candle with carbon dioxide.

20 Boredom-Busting Science Experiments You Can Do at Home, Courtesy of YouTube’s Physics Girl

From spinning eggs to DIY slime, these at-home science experiments help you stay busy and learn a few things, too.

Alternate labels for Millennials include ‘Echo Boomers’ and ‘Gen Y.’

100 Amazing Facts About Millennials

Millennials might just be the most studied generation in history—and also perhaps the most misunderstood. We’re here to help separate fact from fiction.

Violinist Dagmar Turner played George Gershwin's "Summertime" and other selections during her brain surgery performance.

Watch: Woman Plays Violin During Brain Surgery to Help Doctors Avoid Damaging Her Fine Motor Skills

She flexed her fine motor skills with a mid-surgery violin performance that featured George Gershwin’s “Summertime” and more.

Nelson Mandela at a press conference the day after his prison release in February 1990.

30 Years Later: Watch Nelson Mandela’s 1990 Release from Prison

Nelson Mandela, the anti-apartheid activist and former South African president, was released from a life sentence on this day in 1990.

Video Captures Fiery Eruption of Mexico's Popocatépetl Volcano

Popocatépetl, one of Mexico’s most active volcanoes, erupted recently, and the dramatic explosion was caught on camera.

Gorgeous Timelapse Shows What a Year in Vermont Looks Like in Two Minutes

Is this video undeniable proof that Vermont is the most underrated of all the New England states? We think so.

Take a Rare Peek Inside the Spire of New York City’s Chrysler Building

The inside of the Chrysler Building’s spire might not look like you expect—but the view is worth it.

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