Homo Erectus - The First Humans

Homo Erectus was perhaps the most formative step in our evolution. Some would argue they were the first humans. Watch the video to find out more!

The philosophy of Stoicism

What is the best life we can live? How can we cope with whatever the universe throws at us and keep thriving nonetheless? The ancient Greco-Roman philosophy of Stoicism explains that while we may not always have control over the events affecting us, we can have control over how we approach things. Massimo Pigliucci describes the philosophy of Stoicism.

History of the World: Every Year

In the following video we are exploring the entire history of the World from the rise of civilisation to the present day. Enjoy!

This Vatican Insider Reveals The Truth About Why The Vatican Removed 14 Books From The Bible

This Vatican insider reveals the truth about why the Vatican removed 14 books from the bible. Today, we take a look at why the Vatican removed 14 books from the bible.

While the Vatican is widely available to visitors and serves as a mostly public totem of the Catholic religion, there are also many interesting and surprising mysteries to uncover about this specific institution.

Why did the Vatican remove 14 books from the Bible?

Top 10 Most Dangerous Tribes You Don't Want to Meet

Can you imagine that in the 21st century, there are still people living primitively in the deep jungle? Yes, it’s true and amazing. More than a hundred tribes in the world do not want to have contact with the modern world. Some are scared of the upcoming while others may not understand that more modern society exists.

In this video, we will present you with the most dangerous tribes that you do not want to meet.

Henry Every: The Brutal King of the Pirates

The lowly quartermaster Henry Every (Avery) takes fortune into his own hands when he leads a mutiny to oust his captain and turn the crew into pirates. Perhaps the most valuable treasure hoard in the world is making its way across the Indian Ocean in a ship called the Ganj-i-Sawai or the Gunsway. Every and his band of pirates decide to attack it. This is the story of the adventure, the horrible villainies, and the mysterious fate of the “King of the Pirates,” Henry Every.

12 Most Mysterious Archaeological Finds Scientists Still Can't Explain

In this video, you're about to see a series of compelling archaeological mysteries. They're discoveries that have been made and studied but haven't yet been fully understood. There's a great deal we don't know about our ancient ancestors, and in some cases, we may never be able to find all the answers - or at least not until someone invents time travel! See them for yourself - perhaps you can work out the mysteries and succeed where the world's best experts have failed?

10 Most Incredible Things Found in Antarctica

Life and survival on the terrain of the Antarctic is hard, but the unique qualities of the land mean it plays host to many strange wonders. Standing on the Antarctic is like standing on the surface of an alien world, and so some of the creatures and geographic features to be found there have alien properties of their own. Here are just some of the phenomena that you won’t believe exist on planet Earth!

Ancient Technologies Scientists Can't Explain!

When investigating finds from the past, lost civilizations and excavations from antiquity, scientists always come across unknown treasures and peculiarities. It usually takes a few years before all the secrets of a find are unraveled, for others it takes decades or one only bases oneself on assumptions. But then there are always finds - especially of old technologies - that can not be explained to this day. The records of this are lost and the former knowledge of these civilizations has long since died out. Here are some examples of technologies from the past that still puzzle many researchers today.

Ancient Monuments of Egypt

In this video we will explore the stunning sites and monuments of Ancient Egypt, built between 4.6 and 2 thousand years ago. Enjoy!

5 Unrelated Prehistoric & Modern Animals That Look the Same

Prehistoric animals, like dinosaurs, are often regarded with more awe as they no longer exist, therefore an aura of mysticism revolves around them. However, thanks to a nifty process in nature called convergent evolution, we may have a better idea, than some would think, on what certain prehistoric beasts really looked like, and sometimes convergent evolution can be so extreme, that it more or less provides us with a window into the past, as seen with these 5 examples!

Filthy Secrets of the Real Assassin’s Creed

Two mysterious, cloaked figures lurk in the shadows, sneaking along dirt roads in 12th century Jerusalem. They’re following an influential politician, an Italian who had just been named King of Jerusalem after a brief victory for the Christians during the crusades. The king’s entourage rounds a corner, and the cloaked men jump out and attack. One of the men is taken out by the guards, martyring himself. The other is captured, while the king eventually succumbs to his injuries.

If you think this sounds like something out of Assassin’s Creed, you’re right. But it also comes straight from the history books.

Today, we’re looking at the Nizari Ismaili (iz-mah-ee-lee), the real-life assassin cult that nearly toppled empires.