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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.
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?
Can You Correctly Identify Every Country in Central and South America?
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Where does everyone want to go when the weather gets cold? Down south! It's time to head way down south through Central and South America, see if you know your Belize from your Brazil and your Dominica from your Dominican Republic. Take the quiz and see!
The Longest Road in the U.S. Passes Through a National Park
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Few things capture the spirit of adventure quite like the vast network of highways stretching across the United States. But have you ever wondered which road takes the crown as the longest?
15 of the Largest Fish in Oceans, Lakes and Rivers
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Exploring the vast waters of our planet reveals some of the most awe-inspiring (or terrifying!) giants of the aquatic world. From the immense depths of the ocean to sprawling lakes and winding rivers, the largest fish represent the most enormous extant species in their habitats.
9 Largest Octopus Species Lurking in the Deep Blue Sea
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Octopuses are cephalopods that have three hearts and eight arms that are covered with suckers. The largest octopus is the giant Pacific octopus. As its name suggests, the Giant Pacific Octopus lives in the North Pacific Ocean.
Saharan Dust: The Good, the Bad and the Gritty
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Dust from the Sahara makes its way around the world with both positive and not-so-positive consequences.
Does the rotation of the Earth affect toilets and baseball games?
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The world's intelligentsia has managed to convince us that the Earth is round and makes a full rotation once every 24 hours. Why can't they agree on the effects of that rotation on toilets and ball games?
When Was the Fax Machine Invented?
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The fax machine, a cornerstone of modern business, has a long and interesting history of development. Learn more about fax machines at HowStuffWorks.
How Sarah Forbes Bonetta Was 'Gifted' to Queen Victoria
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Though the story has become overblown, Sarah Forbes Bonetta, a West African slave, was liberated from slavery to become an intimate of Queen Victoria.