World Facts

World War 2 officially ended on September 2, 1945.

July 26, 2018 16:14

Dubai, the largest city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is located on the continent of Asia.

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The tallest building in North Korea is the Ryugyong Hotel in Pyongyang.

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There is only one river in Egypt that runs all year - the Nile River.

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Bangladesh has vast tracts of arable land, one of the country's major natural resources.

July 26, 2018 14:41

Technically, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland is the world's longest country name.

July 26, 2018 14:02

Switzerland has won the most gold medals in the World Mixed Doubles Curling Championship.

July 26, 2018 13:53

The ILO is headquartered in Switzerland.

July 25, 2018 18:01

Massachusetts is home to 11 areas of importance as identified by the National Natural Landmarks Program.

July 25, 2018 17:54

Although a Caribbean island, Aruba is part of the continent of South America.

July 25, 2018 17:41

Guyana is an independent nation in South America.

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The WWF is headquartered in Switzerland.

July 25, 2018 17:07

Water occupies over 70% of the world’s surface.

July 25, 2018 16:53

Australia is the smallest continent.

July 25, 2018 16:28

A storm surge is the name for a rising of the sea level due to wind and atmospheric pressure.

July 25, 2018 16:24

Palo Duro Canyon is the second-largest canyon in the United States.

July 25, 2018 15:05

The Tennessee River is the longest river running through the US state of Alabama.

July 25, 2018 14:55

Several flags feature a cross.

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The majority of Portugal's population are ethnic Portuguese (95%).

July 25, 2018 14:12

Hygge is a Scandinavian concept, referring to a sense of comfort and coziness.

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