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It’s sometimes said that celebrities live on another planet. So when famous people say they believe in aliens, who are we to ignore them? Joking aside, there’s a long tradition of well-known figures with an appreciation for all things ET-related. Read on to find out who… our choices may surprise you! Dan Aykroyd It isn’t […]

R&B singer Sarah Dash, best known for being the co-founder of the ground-breaking R&B group Labelle, has died at the age of 76. The news was announced by fellow Labelle member Patti LaBelle, and confirmed by her cousin and business manager John Dash III. According to Dash III, she was found deceased in her home […]

Although she’s one of the most successful artists of all time, Tina Turner’s life has been anything but easy. She has faced many difficulties and despite everything, has been able to overcome her traumas to inspire people around the world. Here are eleven remarkable facts about Tina Turner that not only prove that she is […]

Just last week, it was announced that the last will and testament of Prince Philip is to be sealed and kept secret for 90 years. The president of the Family Division of the High Court in England is the custodian of a safe containing more than 30 wills from deceased members of the Royal Family. […]

Veronica Lake was a staple of vintage Hollywood during the late 1930s and ’40s. While she starred in a host of popular films, including I Wanted Wings and I Married A Witch, she was best known for her iconic “peek-a-boo” hairstyle. She changed her look during the Second World War, a move prompted by the […]

From a boy without a bike in the 1980s to a 21st century Netflix superstar, Pee-wee Herman is the world’s best-loved manchild. Traveler, inventor, farmer, singer… Pee-wee’s done it all! But how does he stay at the top of his game? Read on to hear about his crazy adventure… Pee-wee Herman: Origins Paul Reubens (born […]

One constant thing in this ever-changing world is the presence of these iconic celebrities. Here, we take a look at the careers of some of the oldest celebrities in the world and examine the brilliant contributions they have made over the span of all their different decades. 1. Betty White – 99 years, 8 months […]

For many people, food represents the ultimate comfort zone. In fact, we feel so cozy with our favorite meals and snacks that we don’t think too much about their origins. Canadian bacon is Canadian, right? And it doesn’t get more British than fish and chips, does it? Well, we’re taking a bite out of those […]

Who says history can’t be relatable!? We’ve found some hilarious historical memes that we can’t help but laugh at. Seems that people who lived hundreds of years ago were just like us! Please donut do that They see me rollin’. They hatin’. A stressful situation for everyone Excuse me ma’am I am five years old […]

A newly-discovered drawing by Dutch post-impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh has gone on display at the Van Gogh Museum in the Netherlands. The drawing has never been seen by the public and has sat in a private collection for over a century. The drawing, titled Study of Worn Out, appears to have been done in […]

For some, a dream come true would be a job that required kissing some of the hottest movies stars of all time. Although movies are great at portraying romance and passion on the big screen, these feelings don’t always translate over to real life. Here are 10 actors and actresses who absolutely did not want […]

“If God had intended us to fly, he would never have given us the railroads,” said Michael Flanders, one half of Flanders and Swann. Mel Brooks had a different take on the matter: “If God wanted us to fly, He would have given us tickets.” Mankind has always been fascinated by getting somewhere faster or […]

Al Capone, also known by the nickname “Scarface,” is arguably the most notorious gangster of all time. By 1924, his bootlegging (and other illegal) activities were making him up to $100,000 a week, pushing his estimated net worth upwards of $1.3 billion today. With a cash flow like this, we have to imagine that Capone […]

People are always trying to find a way to make their daily chores easier or inject a little more luxury into their lives. Here are 15 bizarre inventions that someone once thought might improve standards of living. Childcare inventions Baby window cage Is your baby’s screaming really getting on your nerves? Or do they need […]

Egypt has officially opened the tomb of King Djoser following a 15-year, $8.2 million restoration. The opening comes at a time when Egypt is looking to revitalize its tourism industry following the coronavirus pandemic. Restoration on the Southern Tomb involved refurbishing carvings and the tiled walls, reinforcing underground corridors, and installing lighting. It comes following […]

An oil-spattered slice of movie history is up for auction, with not one, not two, but 13 vehicles used in Mad Max: Fury Road going under the hammer. It’s an unlucky number for some, but perfect for fans of the long-running franchise. Mad Max has been going since 1979, with Fury Road released in 2015. […]

First Ladies are true superheroes – they have historically helped their husbands run the country, all while being hailed for their keen fashion sense. But were these iconic women stylish before receiving the title “First Lady”? Let’s take a look back at some of the most iconic wedding dresses of America’s First Ladies. 1. Frances […]

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