Bright Side

Whether you’re into useful tips for self-improvement, psychology, recent discoveries, mysterious stories, or just your day-to-day routine, there’s something for everyone! You can expect all that and more coming at you in five new episodes every day. If you’ve got a thirst for knowledge that never quits, then join our community! We have a good time, so take your shoes off, kick back, and make yourself at home here on the Bright Side of life!

Education
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Science
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A Balloon Trip to the Highest Point on Earth
8 min
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42 Things That Are Always Confused for One Another
12 min
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37 Secret Police Codes No One Understands
11 min
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29 Things That Exist Only in Japan
10 min
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19 Surprising Things Pilots Do Onboard
10 min
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Scientists Caught A Giant Black Hole Eating Ano...
A black hole is a place in space where gravity pulls so much that even light can't escape it. But what if another black hole tries to eat it? Would it destroy it or would they two simply merge into a larger black hole? Astronomers have previously detected a black hole devouring neutron stars in a single bite. Let's see what happens if there appears another black hole on the way...
9 min
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12 Things Seem Usual Until You Take a Closer Look
8 min
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NASA's New $10 Billion Telescope Detected Artif...
Is there an alien civilization next door? It’s quite possible. Proxima Centauri b is in the habitable zone and is pretty similar in mass to the Earth. NASA's telescope might have detected proof of artificial lights coming from that planet. What is it? An alien city or maybe lights from their vehicles? Or some sort of signal they might be sending us?
9 min
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What If Cars Could Fly to Space Like in Movies
To many of us, the concept of flying cars is synonymous with something futuristic, just like Sci-Fi architecture or silver jumpsuits. But what if we could not only create flying cars but also send them into space? With no oxygen and no water, there's no chance that a flying car would rust. But how fast could such vehicle move in space?
8 min
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9 THINGS YOU'LL REGRET IN 10 YEARS
Week after week passes by in constant fuss, and we often miss the most important things behind all of this. Yet it can take years to understand this. Years we could spend quite differently, with greater benefits. We discovered the things people often regret and some pieces of advice on how to avoid it. We believe everyone should learn these simple points as they might change your life for the better.
7 min
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10 Reasons Why Smart Person Often Feel Unhappy
Did you know that the most intelligent people are usually the least happy individuals among us? If you can relate to most of the signs of a smart person we’ve put together, you must have a high IQ, but might be rather unhappy in life. Follow professional advice of leading experts in psychology to transform your life in a positive way.
8 min
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19 Products You Won't Recognize In a Foreign Co...
12 min
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17 Foods You Can't Buy in Some Countries at Any...
11 min
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13 Jobs That Are Definitely Scarier Than Yours
8 min
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11 Technologies from the Past Better Than Moder...
10 min
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9 Expensive Things Only 1% of Rich People Can Buy
5 min
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There's Something Strange Going on With the Sun
The sun has a regular heartbeat, and we call it the solar cycle. But it's been a bit of a drama queen lately because it's experiencing a "solar minimum." Translation: fewer sunspots and less solar activity. Solar flares and sunspots usually spice things up, but they've been pretty scarce lately. Scientists have noticed that the Sun's magnetic field is getting all tangled up. This could mean some interesting magnetic storms on Earth, so keep an eye out for crazy auroras! Some folks are even suggesting this could be the start of a "Grand Solar Minimum" where the Sun chills out and we see cooler temperatures on Earth. So, keep those shades handy because the Sun's unpredictable behavior is making the space news headlines!
8 min
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How Much Time Germs Need to Jump on Your Food
We've all been there – the heart-wrenching moment when your favorite snack takes a nosedive onto the floor. But wait up; science says you've got about a five-second grace period to scoop it up and declare it safe to munch, right? The whole "5-second rule" might not be legit science, but if it's a clean surface, and you're feeling brave, why not give it a go? Just remember, no amount of fast thinking can save a snack from a sticky floor or a pet-hair party, so trust your instincts and rock on with your impromptu floor feast.
8 min
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They Survived 69 Days Trapped Underground
It was a mining disaster in Chile that left them stranded, and the whole world held its breath. They had to ration food and water, and communication was basically non-existent. But they didn't give up. Rescuers worked tirelessly, and when they finally pulled those miners to safety, it was like a miracle. It's a story of human resilience and the incredible will to survive against all odds for a whole 69 days.
8 min
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What If Giant Disco Ball Replaced the Moon Tomo...
The Moon is always in the sky and we can see it as it reflects the Sun's light. When and where you see the Earth's natural satellite depends on the phase of the Moon. But what if you looked up into the sky and saw something different? What if the Moon turned into a giant disco ball? Would day and night seem like an endless disco party? Let's imagine what it'd be like...
8 min
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How SIM Cards Actually Work
What SIM does stand for? It means subscriber identity module or subscriber identification module. The first SIM card in the world was developed in 1991 by the German company Giesecke & Devrient. They sold 300 SIM cards to Radiolinja, a Finnish wireless network operator. In 1992, they sold the first GSM mobile phone with a SIM card; it was a Nokia 1101. Today, it’s hard to find a person who’s never used a SIM card – over 7 billion gadgets around the world use them to make calls, send SMS and surf the web.
8 min
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It Works Hundreds of Years with No Battery or E...
How does a mechanical watch work? Unlike a quartz watch, it doesn't get its energy from a battery. Then, where does it receive its power from?
8 min
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100 Secret Features Everyday Things Are Hiding ...
What are those white lines on your smartphone? How do you separate yolks from whites with an empty plastic bottle? And how can duct tape help you to open tough lids? There're so many objects surrounding us we know very little about. And the more we know, the more useful these items can be. Let's take a look at the most unusual secrets hidden in everyday things.
15 min
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Your Body Is a Crazy Place, Here's the Proof
23 min
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Why You Should Bring a Bread Pin + Other Travel...
23 min