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12 Countries With Red and White Flags

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Countries with red and white flags sometimes pick those colors because they often symbolize historical sacrifice and purity.

The Goblin Shark Has an Odd Secret Weapon: Its Oily Liver

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How did the goblin shark score its haunting name? It has something to do with the goblin shark's visage. Find out more about the goblin shark.

Japanese Spider Crab: Enormous and Harmless to Humans

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The Japanese spider crab is a fascinating and impressive animal. In fact, it is the largest arthropod in the ocean!

Can You Match Each Surname to Its Country of Origin?

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Last names -- or surnames -- are a vital aspect of human identity in many parts of the world. They tell a story about family status, occupation and much more. Can you match these surnames to their countries of origin?

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.

United States Enacts the Lend-Lease Bill: January 1941-June 1941

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This World War II timeline highlights important dates from January 1941 to June 1941. Follow the events of World War II and the German invasion.

Favorite Pizza Toppings in 10 Countries

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Coconut on pizza may sound strange to you, but this topping is the tops in Costa Rica. See our list of favorite pizza toppings in 10 countries.

10 Largest Economies in the World, Ranked by Nominal GDP

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Often measured by GDP (gross domestic product), the size of an economy is often defined by the total value of all the goods and services produced the borders of a given country. This gives us a nice, round (and often very large) number to stick next to a country's name, which makes it easy to compare to other countries.

5 Ways to Eat Ramen for Dinner

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Are you looking for some ways to eat ramen for dinner? Then check out these 5 ways to eat ramen for dinner.

The Fascinating Stories Behind 5 of the World's Big Currency Symbols

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Why does the dollar sign have a slash? Did a British pound originally weigh 1 pound? Find out the stories behind these and other currency symbols

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