Where Is Bougainville, And Could It Be The World's Newest Country?
A referendum on independence was conducted in Bougainville, and the results were 98% in favor.
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Rachel Cribby
Rachel is the managing editor for World Atlas as well as occasional contributor. She has degrees in creative writing and urban studies.
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Rachel Cribby's News
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Black Friday Protestors Glue Locks, Prevent Shops From Opening
The act of protest is part of a larger global response for Black Friday sales and consumerism.
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Earthquakes Shake Southeastern Europe
Both Bosnia and Albanian have been hit by strong earthquakes, and at least 18 people have lost their lives.
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This Map Reveals the Nickname of Every State and Province
Do you know what the nickname for your state is?
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Iran Cuts Off Internet Access for Citizens
Amid mass protests against government corruption and increased fuel prices, the Iranian government has cut off internet access for most of its citizens.
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Cambodia Bans Elephant Rides at Angkor Wat
As of early 2020, elephants will no longer be a transportation option for tourists hoping to explore ancient ruins.
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Why Do the Hong Kong Protests Continue?
The Hong Kong protests have been ongoing since June, and show no signs of stopping. What are the reasons for this?
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What is an Impeachment Inquiry?
An impeachment inquiry is just one step in the process of impeachment.
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What is Going On in Puerto Rico?
Thanks to years of corruption and mismanagement, and a recent exposure of disturbing text messages, many are calling for the governor of Puerto Rico to resign.
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5 Things to Know About Super Typhoon Mangkhut
Super Typhoon Mangkhut may be the largest storm to occur in the Pacific’s 2018 Typhoon season.
Rachel Cribby's Articles
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Unbelievable Facts About Turkmenistan, the Dystopian Dictatorship You Haven't Heard Of
Spoiler alert: the president literally changed the word for bread.
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7 Jaw-Dropping Photos That Prove Alberta is Canada's Most Underrated Province
Alberta: home to the world's second largest national park, and a huge collection of dinosaur bones!
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What Do the Colors and Symbols of the Flag of Suriname Mean?
The official flag of Suriname was adopted on November 25, 1975.
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What Do the Colors and Symbols of the Flag of Uruguay Mean?
The flag of Uruguay has been in use since 1830.
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Composting is Great - Why Aren't We All Doing It?
Around a quarter of US households currently compost their food waste. What does the path to a countrywide embrace look like?
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The Ganges River is Dying, and Dying Fast
The Ganges River is one of the world's most polluted, and a recent ruling by the Supreme Court may hinder efforts to put legislation in place that would encourage its protection.
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Welcome to the Era of Biological Annihilation, Experts Say
A new study published by the National Academy of Sciences has revealed some alarming realities about the future of species vitality.
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The World Atlas Best of 2017
We take a look at our favorite articles from the year 2017, taking us from the deserts of Namibia to the heights of Dubai hospitality.
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Where is Mount Agung?
Mount Agung is a volcano found in Bali, in Indonesia.
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Travel Showdown: Paris vs. Prague
Where would you rather travel to? Would you rather stroll along the River Seine or walk the cobblestones of Old Town?
