Smartest Man Ever Lived You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Have you ever been held up in airport security because some knucklehead broke probably every liquid rule there is? Going through security is hard enough, so why on Earth have they come up with this ridiculous liquid thing to slow us all down? What's so dangerous about a bottle of water or your favorite perfume or cologne? Does it have something to do with the pressure in the cabin? Can my liquids somehow mess with the plane’s navigational system? That’s why they ask you to put your cellphone on airplane mode – maybe the two are related? I’m sure you know by now that it all comes down to security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some people dream of having a small, cozy house, and others dream of living in a huge mansion near the sea. Actually, it’s not that hard to make this dream come true because some houses are sold for just $1. But, as you can imagine, there’s a catch. They’re either impossible to renovate, in bad neighborhoods…or even worse. Would you fork up some pocket change for these homes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If I ask you who the smartest person to ever live on Earth was, you'll probably name Isaac Newton or Stephen Hawking or some other outstanding scientist. But what if I tell you there was someone really smart but no one's really heard about him? He was a child prodigy and an exceptional mathematician. Why didn't he get rich or famous? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, according to the well-known saying. Yet it is only in the present day that our eyes need to make some effort to find beauty in so many faces. When it comes to women of the past, their appearance was unquestionably pure. One can be sure — this beauty is as real as it gets. We at Bright Side are devoted fans of the natural look — and want you to see this gallery of women from the era of no Botox, no plastic surgery, and no eye patches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The titan of the sea, the great unsinkable ship that sank – over a century later, the mystery of the Titanic is still being studied to this day. Only a third of the ship’s passengers survived, while over 1,500 lost their lives. But out of all those casualties, only 340 bodies were recovered. So, the question remains: what happened to the remaining 1,160? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Although modern royal families are way more down-to-earth than their predecessors, there are still a lot of everyday things they never do. Queen Elizabeth II was brought up in a pretty strict environment. As a result, she’s never done a lot of the things you do every day without giving it a second thought! Do you know, for example, that the Queen has never taken a selfie? Yep, unfortunately, royal protocols don't approve of this innocent hobby. Also, she’s never taken a driving test. But that doesn't mean that the Queen can't drive - oh, she CAN and DOES! In fact, she loves driving very much and is often seen behind the wheel of her favorite Range Rover. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here you are, going about your business, believing stereotypes, and then it turns out everything you believe is a lie. These 14 incredible facts will probably turn your world upside down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Using a stopped escalator as stairs might seem harmless, but it can actually be risky! First off, escalator steps are taller and deeper than regular stairs, so it's easy to lose your footing or trip. Plus, escalators are designed to move, so their steps don’t have the same grip as normal stairs, making them more slippery. When the escalator isn’t working, it can also be unstable, especially if there’s a sudden fix or maintenance happening. There’s also a chance that the escalator could start moving again suddenly if it’s not fully shut off, which would be a big surprise! For safety, it’s better to use regular stairs or an elevator if the escalator is out of service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After watching this video, you will never again let your dog wander away from you on the beach. What you will see in this video might shock and repulse you, but also make you think. And you will never again let your dog wander away from you on the beach. So, pluck up your courage and let's start. What comes to your mind when you hear somebody describing their weekend activity which included walking their dog along the beach? Bet all you think about is the relaxing sound of crashing waves, the wide expanse of white sand, and a happy pet walking around. A lovely image that doesn't even remotely involve... death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What animals are not kept in captivity? Every 50-100 million years, about 95% of all the living species extinct on our planet. Scientists refer to this process as Holocene Extinction. And today, there are a lot of animals that are on the brink of extinction. For example, one of the rarest mammals on the planet is the Javan Rhino. Less than 70 are left, and they all live in a National Park on the island of Java, Indonesia. Of the 5 total rhino species, they're the most endangered one. Scientists aren't sure how long they live but guess somewhere between 30 – 40 years. But there are other reasons why some animals are not kept in zoos. Even if you absolutely love aquariums and have been to dozens of them, there's one sea creature you’ll never ever come across there. Not a single aquarium in the world has a great white shark. In the past, many have tried adding great whites along with other sharks in their tanks, but it never worked out. They’d stop eating and even struggle to swim. Doesn’t make for great business either: it’s too costly to keep the great shark because a large enough tank will need millions of gallons of water. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices