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10 Most Short-lived Countries

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It takes more than endless optimism to make your new country's independence stick. Learn about the 10 most short-lived countries at HowStuffWorks.

What Is the Oldest Country in the World? Depends on Your Criteria

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With constantly changing borders and governments, identifying the oldest countries in the world is tricky work.

What Are the Happiest Countries in the World?

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How do you measure the happiness of a country? Is it through the benefits afforded to citizens, the weather or the number of opportunities available? This is a question the World Happiness Report has tackled since 2012 to report on the happiest countries in the world.

Countries That Start With 'Z' and How They Got Their Names

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If you were to explore the world alphabetically, you'd find 27 countries starting with "s" - like Spain, Sweden and South Africa - each with its own rich history and vibrant culture. But when you get to "X," the map draws a blank; no countries start with that elusive letter.

How Did Nashville Become the Hub of Country Music?

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HowStuffWorks finds out how and why country music came to Nashville, Tennessee.

10 'Richest' Countries in the World (With a Huge Caveat)

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Economists have historically used GDP per capita to determine the richest country in the world, but that's misleading when you consider the tax havens effect.

Countries That Start With 'W' and How They Got Their Names

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Ever wondered how many countries start with "W"? Well, spoiler alert: You won't need many fingers to count them.

How Many Countries Are There in the World?

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It's a big old world and the number of countries it contains changes all the time. So, do you know how many there are? It's not an easy question.

Countries That Start With 'O'

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Former countries that start with "O" include Orange Free State and Oldenburg but these states have since dissolved. There is now one remaining holdout between Asia and Africa: the Sultanate of Oman.

What Country Should You Actually Live In?

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There are nearly 200 countries to choose from, but only one that suits you culturally, economically, and perhaps even romantically. Let's find it!

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