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How Did Constantinople Become Istanbul?
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Istanbul, Turkey, once known as Constantinople, has a long history as the capital of the Ottoman Empire, and as the center of cultural activity in Eurasia.
The 10 Strangest Sports In The World
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Sport is an enormous part of human culture, and for centuries people have invented new sports as pastimes. Football, baseball, basketball, soccer, hockey and tennis are a few of the more mainstream sports, but there are hundreds of different ones that are played all around the world. Many of these are old, traditional sports, whilst [...] The post The 10 Strangest Sports In The World appeared first on Goliath.
Can You Match the World Landmark to the Religion?
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You've probably seen pictures of the most famous landmarks in the world hundreds of times, but have you ever wondered what religion some of them represent? From Stonehenge to the Sistine Chapel, try to match the famous landmark to the religion.
Where did the tomato come from?
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Where did the tomato come from? Visit TLC Cooking to learn where the tomato came from.
10 of the Oldest Continuously Inhabited Cities in the World
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It's hard to nail down the oldest city in the world. Some say it's Damascus, Syria, while others suggest it's Jericho, in the West Bank. So which is older?
Who Invented Chess?
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Like many things, chess wasn't invented by one person but rather several people. Here's a short history of chess.
The Salty History of Swearing Like a Sailor
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Ever heard anyone say, "He swears like a sailor"? Why do sailors get singled out for being extra-profane? Because there's a long, colorful history behind it.
Is Tomato Catsup the Same as Tomato Ketchup?
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In short, yes. Tomato-based catsup and ketchup are more or less the same condiment. There may be slight recipe variations on the traditional tomato-based version, but the main difference between ketchup and catsup is the alternative spelling of the same word.
Identify These Monuments!
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The United States is home to thousands of monuments, but can you name the country's first ever monument? Do you know what the Statue of Liberty looks like or where the Colosseum is? If you consider yourself well traveled, put your skills to the test and identify these monuments.
Can You Name All of These World Heritage Sites?
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We only have one Earth, and the easiest way you can show your appreciation for it is by recognizing its brilliance. Some of the world's most endangered animals, oldest cities and rarest land formations are protected in World Heritage Sites around the globe. Put your skills to the test and see if you can recognize them all.