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7 Countries That Have Changed Their Names Since 2000
Over time, some nations have made the decision to rename or rebrand themselves, even in recent years. Here are seven of the most notable examples since 2000.
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10 Photos of Popular Landmarks 100 Years Ago vs. Now
As instantly recognizable as the Taj Mahal or the Hollywood sign may be, these familiar sights weren’t always as we see them today. Take a look at how time, restoration, and modern life have transformed 10 popular landmarks around the world.
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5 Famous Airports You Can’t Fly Through Anymore
As air travel has boomed over the decades, airports that were once at the forefront of aviation have fallen by the wayside, their layouts too outdated or their airfields too constrained to handle growing passenger demand and the needs of modern travelers.
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These States Don’t Observe Daylight Saving Time — Here’s Why
In some states, the clocks remain consistent year-round. Here’s why these rare holdouts haven’t adopted daylight saving time like the rest of the U.S.
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15 Most Interesting State Mottos, Explained
The official motto of the United States is “In God We Trust,” but under that umbrella, each state has adopted its own particular saying to define itself. Here are 15 of the most interesting state mottos and what they mean.
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