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The World's Other Hollywoods

Although most people only know of Hollywood in California, there are other "Hollywoods" around the world.

October 12, 2017 16:13

What is a Suburb?

A suburb is a collection of residential and/or commercial buildings, that grow from the economic prosperity of a nearby city.

October 12, 2017 15:54

The Largest City Squares in the World

A city square has historically been an important meeting place for large cities and smaller towns alike. Today, they still serve an important purpose.

October 12, 2017 12:10

Why Did the Ottoman Empire Fall?

The fall of the Ottoman Empire was a result of a variety of factors, including foreign invasion, reform and modernization.

October 10, 2017 21:04

Polio Rates Over Time

Thanks to vast vaccination campaigns, polio has been nearly eradicated in most countries throughout the world.

October 6, 2017 11:42

How Did Germany Get Its Name?

Germany perhaps has more names than any other country in the world - where did they all come from?

October 4, 2017 11:01

Where Is Benghazi?

Benghazi is Libya's second most populous city and the location of the 2012 attack on U.S. the diplomatic mission.

October 3, 2017 10:59

Where Is Croatia?

Croatia is an European country with a coastline along the Adriatic Sea.

September 26, 2017 11:27

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