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Is Jamaica A Country?

Jamaica became an independent nation in 1962.

December 6, 2018 11:41

Africa is not a country. It is the second largest continent on Earth.

Is Africa A Country or a Continent?

Africa is not a country. Africa is a continent composed of 54 recognized countries and several other territories and partially-recognized states.

December 6, 2018 11:24

The Siberian Unicorn was named for the large horn protruding from its forehead.

What Was The Siberian Unicorn?

Elasmotherium sibiricum, an extinct species of rhinoceros, is known as the Siberian unicorn due to its large horn.

December 6, 2018 11:24

Freed slaves escaping to the Union Army lines after the Emancipation Proclamation.

When Was The Emancipation Proclamation and What Did It Do?

The Proclamation 95 was an executive order and a presidential decree issued on January 1, 1863.

December 5, 2018 17:02

The Mississippi Petrified Forest was formed 30 million years ago.

The 5 National Natural Landmarks in Mississippi

Mississippi is home to 5 areas of importance as identified by the National Natural Landmarks Program.

December 5, 2018 14:53

The Great Wall of China was constructed over many centuries.

How Old is the Great Wall of China?

The Great Wall of China is more than 2,300 years old.

December 5, 2018 12:22

Ligers tend be to larger than both their lion and tiger parents.

Are Ligers Real?

Ligers are the result of crossbreeding a male lion and a female tiger.

December 4, 2018 17:46

The Marginal Seas Of The Indian Ocean

The Bay of Bengal and the Red Sea are some of the marginal seas of the Indian ocean.

December 4, 2018 16:46

The famous Hollywood sign overlooking the neighborhood.

Which City is Hollywood In?

Hollywood is a neighborhood of Los Angeles within the US state of California.

December 4, 2018 16:16

Can Bears Climb Trees?

Bears are excellent climbers.

December 4, 2018 16:05

Senegal sits along the western coast of the African continent bordering the Atlantic Ocean.

Which Countries Border Senegal?

Mali is one of the countries bordering Senegal.

December 4, 2018 15:41

The lost city of Atlantis is supposedly located in the Atlantic Ocean.

Where Is Atlantis? Is Atlantis Real?

Explorers have claimed to have found the lost city of Atlantis on multiple occasions throughout the years.

December 4, 2018 11:49

Pitch Lake contains natural deposits of asphalt.

What is Special About Pitch Lake in Trinidad?

Pitch Lake is contains a natural deposit of asphalt.

December 3, 2018 17:55

Border of Monaco and France on Rue des Iris. Editorial credit: lkonya / Shutterstock.com

Which Country Borders Monaco?

France borders Monaco on three sides.

December 3, 2018 17:33

African bush elephant in Ghana's Mole National Park.

Animals That Live in Ghana

Ghana is home to a variety of animals, including the zebra, elephant, and hippo.

December 3, 2018 17:04

Members of the Indian diaspora are found all over the world.

Where does the Indian Diaspora (NRI) Live?

The United States has the highest number of Indians outside India.

December 3, 2018 12:15

Countries With the Spiciest Food

Spices have the power to make food tasty, savory, aromatic, and sweet. Thailand and India have some of the spiciest cuisines in the world.

December 3, 2018 11:46

Are There Any Rivers In Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Arabia has several wadis but no permanent rivers flow through it.

December 3, 2018 11:18

Which Countries Border East Timor?

East Timor shares the island of Timor with Indonesia.

December 3, 2018 11:04

The confluence of the Missouri River and the Mississippi River in St. Louis, Missouri.

What Is a Tributary?

A tributary flows into a larger stream, river, or lake.

November 30, 2018 17:23