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International borders have changed dramatically over the centuries. In some cases entire countries have been erased from the map. We’ve compiled a list of examples from the 19th-21st centuries that...
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Looking to move somewhere safer? Tired of dealing with the too-common occurrence of political violence, mass shootings, and other dangers? You’re not alone, and an increasing number of Americans...
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Generation Z—people born between 1997-2012—are currently the object of intense scrutiny in the media. The oldest members of this generation are already in their late 20’s and their spending and...
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Many people have a travel “bucket list” of their dream destinations, but if you ask, you’ll find out they also have an “anti-bucket list” of places they would never visit. That includes...
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There’s little doubt the United States is one of the most controversial countries in the world. Since World War II, its military, political, and cultural leadership have dominated the globe and...
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Corruption is more than just greedy politicians lining their pockets with government funds. It involves elected officials granting favors to friends and allies, companies receiving generous tax...
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An American passport will open doors to some 188 countries for you, but just because you can go somewhere doesn’t mean you should. In 2024 the U.S. State Department is advising Americans to...
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What do you do when you see close friends, acquaintances and colleagues, or when you meet complete strangers for business meetings? You greet them. It’s just an instinct. How you greet people,...
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Lebanon is facing a crippling economic crisis that has caused a shocking jump in poverty and food insecurity in recent years. Plummeting economic activity, roiling political instability, and...
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The U.S., plagued by the COVID-19 Omicron BA.5, may face another hurdle in the way of cutting the spread of the disease. It is known as the BA.2.75 subvariant. Its presence and growth has been most...
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South Sudan, which was part of Sudan, was declared independent in July of 2011.
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