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Ruin and ancient historical Buddhist Dharmarajika Stupa. UNESCO World Heritage Site in Taxila. Punjab, Pakistan.

The Story Of The Ancient City Of Taxila

Taxila was a major city and Buddhist learning center in the ancient world.

January 25, 2021 22:09

Great Zimbabwe is a medieval city in the south-eastern hills of Zimbabwe near Lake Mutirikwe and the town of Masvingo.

What Was Great Zimbabwe?

The ruins of Great Zimbabwe are designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

January 25, 2021 22:02

Roses can be found in gardens across the United States.

What Is The National Flower Of The USA?

The United States has designated the rose as the national flower.

January 25, 2021 16:38

Does Niagara Falls Freeze? Has Niagara Falls Frozen?

Although in extreme temperatures Niagara Falls appears frozen, the water never really stops flowing.

January 24, 2021 20:08

The tallest tree is a coastal redwood found in the Redwood National Park in California.

Where is the Tallest Tree in the World?

At 379.1 feet tall, Hyperion, a coastal redwood in California, is believed to be the world's tallest tree.

January 23, 2021 18:19

The African Baobab and the Montane African Baobab are the only two species of baobab native to mainland Africa.

The Species of Baobab Trees

There are 9 varieties of Baobab tree species.

January 23, 2021 18:17

A quiver tree in Namibia. The quiver tree species of trees is endangered.

10 Endangered Species of Trees

Forest fires, clearcutting, invasive species, and drought are all factors which contribute to the diminishing of these tree populations.

January 23, 2021 18:08

Devestation caused by the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami.

The World's Costliest Earthquakes

These earthquakes are the costliest by public and private property damage and losses.

January 22, 2021 18:18

Aftermath of the 1965 Alaska earthquake.

The Biggest Earthquakes in US History

The most powerful earthquake in North American history was recorded in Alaska on March 27, 1964. Nicknames for the earthquake include the Good Friday Earthquake.

January 22, 2021 17:21

JFK was assassinated in November 1963 which sparked a lot of conspiracy theories.

The Most Famous Assassinations In All Of History

There have been many assassinations in history but these particular cases sparked controversy and conversation even decades after they've occurred.

January 22, 2021 15:42

A winter scene in Ulaanbaatar, The Coldest Capital City In The World.

The Coldest Capital Cities In The World

Surprisingly, the coldest capital city in the world is not located in Europe, Canada, or Russia. Instead, it is Mongolia's Ulaan-Baatar.

January 21, 2021 21:02

Glacier "Bulus" is located 100 km from Yakutsk. A huge frost is formed every winter thanks to an underground source

The Coldest Places on Earth

Brrr! The coldest places on Earth are all located in Russia. Would you have what it takes to live in these extremely frigid places?

January 21, 2021 21:00

In many cases, a primal fear of spiders is in fact well founded, and may save one's life.

The Deadliest Spiders in the World

These arachnids are even more deadly in practice than they are fierce in appearance, and can be found across various parts of the world.

January 21, 2021 13:59

Fast food is among the major causes of obesity in the United States due to its cheap cost but high caloric content, affecting lower-income households especially.

Most Obese State In The United States

As affluence and modern conveniences have given rise to sedentary activity and increased food availability, many developed nations across our planet are dealing with an obesity problem. Nowhere is this truer than in the Southern United States.

January 20, 2021 16:42

Because of their gruesome acts and media exposure, some of them reach the status of a celebrity in popular culture. Image credit: nytimes.com/

10 Of The Most Notorious Serial Killers In The World

Because of their gruesome acts and media exposure, some of them reach the status of a celebrity in popular culture. Serial killers like Jack the Ripper and Ted Bundy are known all over the world.

January 19, 2021 14:07

Are England and the United Kingdom the Same Thing? Is England A Country?

England is a country that makes up part of the greater United Kingdom. The United Kingdom actually refers to the four countries of Northern Ireland, Scotland, England, and Wales.

January 18, 2021 16:52