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8 Countries That Changed Their Names and Why
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Look at any vintage map and you'll see how a country's borders shift. But what reason would a country have for changing its name?
Is Taiwan a Country? It Depends on Which Criteria You Use
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Defining what is and isn't a country is a lot more complicated than many people would realize. Is Taiwan a country or part of the People's Republic of China?
Why Do Some Countries Seem to Dominate the Olympics?
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Why do some countries seem to dominate the Olympics? Find out why athletes from some countries seem to dominate the Olympic Games each year.
10 Most Corrupt Countries in the World — As Far As We Know
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In order to measure the most corrupt countries in the world, it's important to first understand what makes a country corrupt. According to Transparency International, a global coalition against corruption, corruption is "the abuse of entrusted power for private gain."
The Most Diverse Country in the World Is in Africa
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If you live in the United States, you're probably used to the idea of ethnic diversity — which is considered to be one the defining features of the country — but how does the U.S. stack up against other countries in the world in terms of diversity?
A Look at Spanish-speaking Countries and Regional Dialects
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Like English, Spanish is a global language with nearly 600 million Spanish speakers worldwide. There are many Spanish-speaking countries, from the 21 nations with Spanish as their official language, to other countries with significant populations of people who speak Spanish as their native language or as a second language.
10 Country Music Festivals Uniting Fans in North America
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There are few summer traditions quite like piling into a car with your friends, a tent in the trunk and a playlist full of country anthems.
The Least Populated Country (and 7 Tiny Runners-up)
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Not every country is bursting at the seams. While the world’s population continues to climb, some nations remain remarkably small in terms of people.
12 Most Liberal Countries (Only 3 Aren't in Europe)
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Some countries lean so far into liberal values that it shapes everything from healthcare to who gets a say in government. When we talk about the most liberal countries, we're talking about places where civil liberties, social progress, and personal freedoms aren't just ideals: They're built into daily life.
How Well Do You Know the World's Countries?
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The average person's geography skills are notoriously poor, especially when looking beyond one's own region. Test your knowledge of countries on four major continents with our quiz!