History
January 29, 2019

Fascinating Animations Show How the Palace of Versailles Evolved Over 400 Years

Did you know that France is currently the most visited country in the world? Though impressive, this accolade is hardly surprising. Boasting countless cultural institutions and hoards of historic landmarks, France is full of top tourist destinations, including the Palace of Versailles. While you're likely familiar with the site as it stands today, the château has changed a lot over the years—an evolution you can now explore in three dimensions.

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Funny
January 29, 2019

Kendall Jenner’s Devoted “Fraternal Twin” Hilariously Photoshops Himself into Her Life

Who is Kirby Jenner? With that famous last name, you might be wondering if there’s any relation to mega-famous sisters Kylie and Kendall. There is—sort of. For years, this Instagram star has been calling himself Kendall’s fictitious “fraternal twin” and Photoshopping himself into her photos. Kirby is a master at digital manipulation, and his hilarious images prove it. He seamlessly integrates himself into the Kardashian clan’s photos with great believability.

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Animals
January 28, 2019

High-Tech Cat Treadmill Is Designed to Get Lazy Kitties to Exercise

It’s no secret that cats can be pretty lazy. The sedentary life of a house cat typically involves napping for 16 hours a day, and occasionally waking for tasty snacks. With little or no exercise, our feline friends can get a little chubby, which is great for cuddles but not so much for their health. That’s why Korean company Pet Ping has invented a cat treadmill with built-in LED lights, designed for kitty cardio.

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History
January 25, 2019

Colorful Chart Reveals Evolution of English Alphabet From Egyptian Hieroglyphics

Most of us use the letters of the alphabet everyday, but did you ever stop to wonder how their shapes came to be? The history of the alphabet is fascinating, and each of the 26 letters has its own unique story. Matt Baker (of UsefulCharts) has designed a handy poster that documents the evolution of our familiar alphabet from its ancient Egyptian Proto-Sinaitic roots (c. 1750 BCE) up to present day Latin script.

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My Modern Met

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