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Did the Library of Alexandria Really Exist?

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We can easily picture a group of beard-and-toga geniuses hunched over scrolls inside a magnificent colonnaded hall. But what was the real Library of Alexandria like? And why do some scholars doubt its existence?

Venice Isn't Alone: 7 Sinking Cities Around the World

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Subsidence, or the decline in the elevation of land surface, is creating a problem for some coastal cities as sea levels rise.

Why Is the Thwaites Glacier Called the 'Doomsday Glacier'?

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Scientists are concerned that the Thwaites Glacier is melting at a rapid pace, though some don't love the name "Doomsday Glacier." What does the rapid melt of this huge glacier mean for the future of our planet?

Want to Fight for Ukraine? Here's What You Need to Know

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Ukraine is seeking foreign volunteers to join the fight against the Russians. But unless you've got military experience and elite skills, you probably should stay home.

Why Was the WWII Battle of Stalingrad So Deadly?

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The Battle of Stalingrad was one of the bloodiest in all of World War II. More Soviet troops died there than did American soldiers in the entire war. What made this battle so deadly?

Is the Ramree Island Crocodile Massacre a Myth?

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During World War II, 1,000 Japanese soldiers retreated from fighting with the British into Ramree Island, Burma, where most were eaten by crocodiles. Or so the story goes. But what really happened?

Ashura: A Holiday of Varied Significance in Islam

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Ashura, observed on the 10th of Muharram, holds varied meanings for Muslims: Shia commemorate Hussain's martyrdom, while Sunnis mark events like Moses parting the Red Sea.

15 Least Racist Countries: A Complicated List

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Racism isn't always loud. Sometimes it's in the job you don't get, the glance you receive at the store, or the place you're told you "shouldn't go." Figuring out the least racist countries is complex, but research, surveys, and policy data can point us in the right direction.

How Aries and Aquarius Connect: A Guide to Their Unique Compatibilit

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Aries and Aquarius compatibility blends passion, independence, and innovation. Discover how their fiery and airy energies create an exciting and adventurous bond.

How Urban Sprawl Works

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Urban sprawl occurs when people move from cities to the areas around them and develop the land with houses, businesses and roads. Learn about urban sprawl.

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