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Because the world is a sphere, it is difficult to accurately project this on a two-dimensional map. When the world is flattened to fit on a piece of paper it is distorted. This makes some ...

One of the goliaths of the insect world ... Atlas, but it is not clear whether the insect was directly named after him. Scientists have speculated that it could have been given its name because of the ...

These nine New York communities make splendid seasonal getaways, according to World Atlas. Some offer fall festivals or other harvest-themed events - in quaint towns without too large of a crowds.

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The changes are intended to stop governments from using the world’s largest police organization to harass and monitor political dissidents. After decades of relative stability, the country has ...

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The 'authentic tourism' conundrumConsumers demand authentic experiences; is it oxymoronic to think they can be packaged by the travel industry? A women-only river cruise leans into luxeWomen-only ...

It should be visible through the end of October, clear skies permitting. Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas should be bright enough to see with the naked eye, but binoculars and telescopes will give a better ...

The 'authentic tourism' conundrumConsumers demand authentic experiences; is it oxymoronic to think they can be packaged by the travel industry? A women-only river cruise leans into luxeWomen-only ...