For thousands of years, sailors have been telling stories of a mysterious phenomenon called dead water. Even after scientists figured out why it happens, it still affects swimmers today.

For thousands of years, sailors have been telling stories of a mysterious phenomenon called dead water. Even after scientists figured out why it happens, it still affects swimmers today.

In the vast sweep of history, even an empire can be forgotten. In this wide-ranging talk, Gus Casely-Hayford shares origin stories of Africa that are too often unwritten, lost, unshared. Travel to Great Zimbabwe, the ancient city whose...

Deep in the snowy mountains of the Himalayas lives one of the world’s most famous mysteries—the Yeti. Also called the “Abominable Snowman,” this legendary creature has appeared in stories told by local people for centuries. Some describe...

From the forests of North America to the snowy peaks of the Himalayas, legends of mysterious, ape-like creatures have captured imaginations for centuries. In the U.S., it's Bigfoot. In Asia, it's the Yeti. Are they different names for...

The image of a wizard—an old figure in a robe with a pointed hat—has fascinated people for centuries. Wizards appear in myths, folklore, and literature all over the world, from the mysterious druids of ancient Europe to the spell-casting...

Stonehenge is one of the world’s most mysterious and iconic ancient monuments. Located in the English countryside, it was built over 4,000 years ago using massive stones, some weighing more than 25 tons. But who built it—and why? Was it...

Originating in the stories and beliefs of the southeastern Indigenous peoples of Australia, accounts of the bunyip are widely varied. This episode uses Aboriginal stories, historical records, and fossils to explore the bunyip legend, and...

Meet Amelia Earhart, the daring pilot who made history by flying higher, farther, and braver than anyone thought possible. In this short and easy-to-understand video, you’ll learn about her childhood dreams, her record-breaking flights,...

Meet Harry Houdini, the world’s most famous magician and escape artist! Houdini amazed people by escaping from handcuffs, locked boxes, and even underwater tanks. He traveled the world performing incredible tricks that no one else could...

Captain William Kidd began as a privateer hired to protect English ships—but ended up accused of piracy and executed in 1701. His trial shocked England and helped shape laws about piracy at sea. Some say he was a criminal; others believe...

Do you want to know how some of Earth's most fascinating mysteries have been solved by science? Join us and learn about 5 thought-to-be unexplainable mysteries—explained! Hosted by Hank Green.

The world doesn't have to be shrouded in mystery to be fascinating! Here are 6 mysteries that science has managed to solve.

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Not long after drama reappeared in the unlikely home of European churches, the church decided again it didn't like theater. And so, the budding dramatic scene was kicked out into the harsh elements of the outdoors. So, they started...

This is one of the weirdest mysteries of human evolution: Why do we have grandmas? From menopause to our slow maturation and super-long lifespans, humans are quite unique in the animal kingdom. Could grandma be an evolutionary secret...

What we call language is something more specific than communication. Language is about sharing what's in our minds: stories, opinions, questions, the past or future, imagined times or places, ideas. It is fundamentally open-ended, and...

In September 1991, two hikers discovered a corpse emerging from the ice. Researchers soon realized they were looking at the mummified body of a man who'd lived about 5,300 years ago, and theorized he got caught in bad weather and froze....

Follow a cryptic journey to uncover the truth behind a mysterious note, inspired by the enigma of Twin Peaks.

Unravel the secrets of the Winchester Mystery House, a mansion built to appease spirits by heiress Sarah Winchester.<br/>

In this lesson, you can learn to talk about mysteries in English and describe things we can’t explain.

Do you like a good mystery? Perhaps you read a book, saw a film, or watched a documentary about something which...

From prehistory through modern-day occurrences, history offers some pretty fascinating stories and information. It also, as often as not, leaves observers wanting more. Simply put, history is full of questions - and Redditors want...

This video tells the story of A Muddy Mystery, written by Summer Swauger.

Sometimes we come across microbes that we just can't learn much about, or that don't fit into a larger story. So, this week we're sharing a few of those mysterious microbes with you.

This video explores the fascinating stories of two trailblazing female aviators, Amelia Earhart and Jackie Cochran. It delves into the achievements and mysterious disappearance of Amelia Earhart, as well as the lesser-known but impactful...