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A Roman Catholic Mass (left) and Vodou ceremony (right) in contemporary Haiti.

Religious Beliefs In Haiti

The majority of Haitians identify as Roman Catholic, and often concurrently practice Vodou and folk religions as well.

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Fred Mace first explored the Waitomo Glowworm Caves on the North Island of New Zealand in 1887. They light up due to the bioluminescent glowworms that live there.

Frederick Mace - Famous Explorers of the World

The land syrveyor and sailor credited with making New Zealand's Waitomo Glowworm Caves known to the outside world.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Providing clean water, food, education, and healthcare are measures aimed, like all UNICEF programs, for the betterment of children's welfare around the globe.

The United Nations Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF)

UNICEF works to provide relief and aid to children and mothers in need around the globe.

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The colorful skyline of Vienna, Austria's capital and largest city.

The Biggest Cities In Austria

Vienna, the capital of Austria, is the most heavily populated city in the country with a population of 1,840,573 individuals.

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Zero TB Death Day of Action, March 2015, Delhi, India

The Leading Causes Of Death In India

Cardiovascular diseases have emerged as the No 1. killer in India, affecting both the rural and urban populations of the country.

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The National Assembly of Kuwait in Kuwait City

What Is The Capital Of Kuwait?

Considered to be a global city, Kuwait City is the capital of Kuwait, and also its political, cultural, and economic center.

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The Chinggis Square and Mongolian Parliament in Ulan Bator, the capital city of Mongolia.

Biggest Cities In Mongolia

Located in North-Central Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar is the capital and most populous city in Mongolia.

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In the United States, homelessness has continued to be a persistent social crisis.

An Overview of Homelessness in the United States

In the United States, homelessness is considered a social crisis. Being homeless is characterized by lacking a fixed residential address and adequate housing.

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Picturesque Vermont has fewer law enforcement officials than any other U.S. state.

U.S. States With The Smallest Police And Law Enforcement Forces

In this article, we look at the ten U.S. states with the fewest full-time law enforcement officers.

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Following cancer screening recommendations, such as women undergoing mammograms, is important in cancer prevention.

U.S. States With The Lowest Cancer Rates

The Mountain West and Southwestern U.S. have significantly lower rates of cancer than does the rest of the nation.

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Healthcare facilities in Indonesia needs to undergo major improvements to save more lives.

Leading Causes Of Death In Indonesia

Stroke, ischemic heart disease, and diabetes are the top killers in Indonesia, as per a report released by the World Health Organization,

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A street scene from Pyongyang. Editorial credit: Richie Chan / Shutterstock.com.

The Population Of North Korea

The score of North Korea in the 2010 Global Hunger Index was 19.4, an alarming figure as per the International Food Policy Research Institute.

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SWAT team members, some armed with assault rifles, prepare for an exercise.

What Does SWAT Stand For?

Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT) refers to law enforcement units in the United States employing unique military-style tactics and equipment.

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Beautiful homes, meticulous yards, and an all-around high quality of life are all common themes in the U.S. state of Connecticut.

U.S. States With The Highest Human Development Index

U.S. states in the nation’s Northeast Region consistently outperform the rest of the country according to the HDI.

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Leading Causes Of Death In South Africa

Tuberculosis, influenza, pneumonia, HIV, cerebrovascular disease, diabetes, and intestinal infectious diseases are all among the highest causes of death in South Africa.

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