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From UN recognition to centuries-old history, here's why Turkey is now called Türkiye in the World Cup—and how the Thanksgiving bird ended up sharing its name.
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Chances are, your favorite (or new favorite) summer destination is on this list!
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From dog teeth and snail shells to tea bricks and salt bars, these strange currencies show just how creative humans have been when it comes to money.
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From A to U, how many countries can you name that begin with a vowel? Test your global knowledge and see if you can beat the clock in this quick quiz.
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From a remote volcanic island in the South Atlantic to a heavily guarded tribal territory in the Indian Ocean, here are five islands strictly forbidden to visitors—and why.
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From world geography to word origins, we’ve rounded up the best 'Jeopardy!' trivia questions. Brush up on your facts and see how you’d fare on the big stage.
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Some states are made for road trips. Others? Not so much.
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