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Why Were Two Egyptian Mummies Buried With Gold Tongues?
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In the search for Cleopatra's tomb, a team of archaeologists was surprised by two mummies with gold foil-covered tongues. What was the reason for this strange burial custom?
OceanGate: What Went Wrong and Why
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In the world of deep-sea exploration and innovation, OceanGate once stood at the crossroads of cutting-edge engineering and daring adventure.
Can You Guess the Country from 3 Images?
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Get your travel boots on and discover what the world has to offer! To start, try guessing the country from the images we give here!
SS United States: Dock in Disrepair or Sink as Reef Fodder?
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Once the crown jewel of American maritime innovation, the SS United States is again making waves — but this time, it might be under the sea.
The Most Powerful Passport Comes From a Nation State
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Want to know which travel documents unlock the most doors around the world? Every year, the Henley Passport Index ranks passports based on how many destinations their holders can visit without needing a prior visa.
Where Have All the Seashells Gone?
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All that seashell collecting you've been doing actually hurts the environment.
Can You Name All 6 New England States?
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New England is one of the most historic and scenic regions of the United States. Nestled in the northeastern corner of the country, the New England region played an important role in the founding of the United States.
What's With Germany's Strict Burial Regulations?
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In Germany, death may be permanent, but gravesites aren't. They're leased until the next "resident" moves in. That's just one grim regulation surrounding funerals and burials.
9 States With No Income Tax: Keep More of Your Money
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For residents of certain states, the absence of a state income tax can be a significant tax benefit. Instead of paying personal income tax rates to the state, individuals in these states only pay federal income tax on their taxable income.
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.