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Bermuda Department of State Background

U.S. Department of State Background Note Bermuda Index: Historical Highlights Government and Political Conditions Economy Foreign Relations and U.S.-Bermudian Relations HISTORICAL…

Nevada

  Nevada State Information Capital: Carson City Official Name: State of Nevada Organized as a territory/republic: March 2, 1861 Entered Union (rank): October 31, 1864 (36th state) Present…

Fair Play

by Alicia Potter In State Fair, the 1933 movie musical, the mother aims to win the bake-off; the father, the hog competition; and as for the teens, they're looking for love. Sixty-five years…

The Golden Gate Bridge: Facts, History & Profile

Top of Page Image Source: Getty ImagesFast Golden Gate Bridge Facts Length: 8,981 ft (2,737 m) Width: 90 ft (27 m) Height: 746 ft (227 m) Clearance above high water: 220 ft (67 m) Weight: 887,…

Pyeongchang: The Host County

A sparse corner of a packed country Pyeongchang Olympic Village. Source: AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon  Related Links 2018 Winter Olympics Memorable Olympic Moments Birth of the Modern…

Top Internet Properties

Yahoo! remains at the top of the Internet properties list, which includes a site and all of its affiliated pages. The Time Warner Network of sites, which includes AOL, HBO, New Line Cinema,…

The Statue of Liberty Quiz

Welcome to the Statue of Liberty quiz! The Statue of Liberty is a symbol of freedom and democracy and attracts millions of visitors each year. How much do you know about this iconic landmark? Take…

The World's Largest Dams

Dams are one of the most impressive feats of engineering in the world. They are built to provide hydroelectric power, irrigation water, and to control flooding. The largest dams also serve as tourist…

How Well Do You Know Barcelona?

Barcelona is a beautiful and vibrant city that attracts millions of visitors each year. Whether you have visited before or are dreaming of your first trip, there is always something new to discover…