11 Facts Behind the Berlin Wall

 The Berlin Wall became a polarizing symbol of the great divide between ideologies of the East and West. Fifty years ago this June, Robert Kennedy delivered his famous Ich bin ein Berliner speech as a response to that divide that was emerging...

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Words of wisdom from world leaders
Inspirational and thought-provoking quotes from five of the world's most influential leaders. ...
5 things you might not know about the Paralympics
From their humble origins in an English hospital, the Paralympics have grown to become the...
The words of Shakespeare
Shakespeare is undoubtedly the most famous wordsmith in the world. His work to this day...
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The Einstein Factor6
The curiosity of the greatest thinker of our time.  
The history of the white wedding dress6
We are used to the idea of traditional wedding ceremonies, but where did all the familiar features come from? Here we explore the history of the white wedding dress . . .
2010 FIFA World Cup™ History5
Since its birth in 1930, the FIFA World Cup has become one of the most exciting and watched events on the world sporting calender. We go back to Uruguay in 1930 and take a look at how it all kicked off...  
The history of the ring finger5
How wedding rings came to be worn on the fourth finger of the left hand
The history of dining out5
For centuries most people ate at home. Now city streets are lined with cafés, restaurants and snack bars. So when did eating out become the social event that it is today?
The history of driving5
How did the preference for driving on the left or right side of the road come about?
5 Unforgettable Olympic Moments5
The Olympic Games celebrate excellence in sport, and the discipline, courage and sacrifice required to get there. We take a look at five moments from the last 20 years that transcend the track.
2010 FIFA World Cup™: Legends Of The Past4
With Soccer fever now in full-swing, we turn back the hands of time and take a look at two of the greatest FIFA World Cup players of all time: Diego Maradona and Pelé. 
The origins of superstitions and lucky charms4
All around the world, many people still believe that the supernatural intervenes in everyday life. Where do these ideas come from?
The Point of it All - History of the Pencil4
It can write under water, in outer space and on almost any surface. It’s been used to solve complex equations, create striking works of art and has been sucked on by schoolkids in a million exams.
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