Slavery Today: Countries With the Highest Prevalence of Modern Slaves
Millions of people are said to be in a situation of modern slavery, with the highest populations per capita found in North Korea, Eritrea, and Burundi.
June 10, 2019 11:39
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The World's Oldest Metro Systems
Dating from the beginning of the 20th century, these are the world's metro systems that have been around the longest.
June 7, 2019 16:50
What Is A Geoglyph?
The Nazca Lines in Peru is one of the world's most famous geoglyphs.
June 7, 2019 16:28
What Is The Ethnic Composition Of Wisconsin?
Wisconsin is an ethnically homogeneous state.
June 7, 2019 14:09
The World's Tallest Standing Twin Towers
The Petronas Towers of Malaysia were the tallest buildings in the world from 1998 to 2004, and remain the tallest twin towers still today.
June 7, 2019 11:36
Which States Border Tennessee?
Kentucky is one of the states bordering Tennessee.
June 6, 2019 17:55
Where Is Palmyra Atoll?
Palmyra Atoll is an unorganized incorporated territory of the United States located in the North Pacific Ocean.
June 6, 2019 17:43
What Is The Capital Of The Bashkortostan Republic Of Russia?
Ufa is the capital of Russia's Republic of Bashkortostan.
June 6, 2019 17:05
Why Is Greenland Called So Although It Is Hardly Green?
Greenland has little vegetation cover but yet has green in its name.
June 6, 2019 15:09
The World's Best Basketball Teams
Ranked according to total number of FIBA and Olympic Championships combined, the US leads the way.
June 6, 2019 15:07
How Long Was The Hundred Years' War?
The Hundred Years' War actually lasted longer than 100 years.
June 6, 2019 14:52
Why Is Eighty Eight Community In Kentucky Called So?
An interesting story is associated with the origin of the Kentucky town named Eighty Eight.
June 6, 2019 14:30
Countries That Pay the Highest Taxes
The country with the highest income tax is Belgium, with an average rate of 39.8%.
June 6, 2019 12:28
Countries That Give the Most to Charity
Per the World Giving Index compiled by the Charities Aid Foundation, these are the most generous nations in the world.
June 6, 2019 11:46
The World's Most War-Torn Countries
Ranked by death tolls from both civil conflicts and official wars in recent years, the ongoing fights in Syria still leave it as the most war-ravaged country.
June 6, 2019 11:21
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