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Was the Cullinan Diamond a Royal Gift or Stolen Gem?

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It was the world's largest diamond when mined and today it's cut into nine gems that are all part of the British Crown Jewels. But since the death of Queen Elizabeth II, questions have emerged about its imperialist history.

The Richest Countries in Africa, Based on GDP

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Western nations often think of the entire African continent as poor, thanks, in large part, to the legacies of the transatlantic slave trade and European colonialism. The truth is, many African countries were wealthy before colonization.

American Crocodile Lives up to 70 Years and Weighs 2,000 lbs

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The American crocodile is an amazing animal. Learn about the American crocodile.

The Driest Place on Earth: Chile's Atacama Desert

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The Atacama Desert, situated in northern Chile, is not just any ordinary arid region. Spanning over 600 miles (965 km) along the Pacific Coast of South America, it is one of the most extreme landscapes on the planet. Thanks to certain oceanic conditions, there are areas that have received zero rainfall throughout recorded history, making the Atacama Desert the driest place on Earth.

18 Tropical Rainforest Animals You Should Know

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A rainforest is simply a forest that receives a lot of rain. But when you think "rainforest," the image that comes to mind is probably a tropical rainforest: one located near the equator, between the Tropic of Capricorn and the Tropic of Cancer.

How Atlanta's Cyclorama Was Used to 'Spin' the Civil War

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After the Civil War, the U.S. was still divided. HowStuffWorks talked to experts about how a monumental piece of art was used to rewrite the narrative.

10 Most Dangerous Places for Shark Attacks

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Dangerous places for shark attacks dot the globe, but some spots rate higher than others. See where the most dangerous places for shark attacks are.

How the Ancient Land Blob Gondwana Became Today's Continents

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Gondwana was a humongous landmass that persisted for 300 million years before it began to break up, forming all the continents in the modern Southern Hemisphere.

10 Countries With Perfect Climates

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A perfect climate means different things to different people. These 10 countries span the globe and offer a wide range of climates to satisfy any taste -- hot, cold or in-between.

Revisiting Hurricane Andrew at 30: A Reflection

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Explore the impact of Hurricane Andrew. Understand its devastation and historical significance. Learn about Hurricane Andrew today.

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