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The official residence of the Pope in Vatican City.

Where Does the Pope Live?

The Pope lives in the Apostolic Palace, also known as the Vatican Palace or Papal Palace, located in Vatican City.

January 31, 2018 15:42

Modern-day view of Largo di Torre Argentina in the ancient Campus Martius, the meeting place of the Centuriate Assembly. Editorial credit: Kiev.Victor / Shutterstock.com

In Ancient Rome Which Type of Assembly Could Declare War?

In Ancient Rome, only the Centuriate Assembly could declare war.

January 31, 2018 15:34

Sami man in Finnish Lapland with reindeer.

Where Is The Sápmi Cultural Region Located?

The cultural region of Sápmi in Europe is inhabited by the Sami people.

January 31, 2018 15:11

Tuvalu contributes 0.00005% to the world economy as per the nominal GDP.

The World's 25 Smallest Economies

These numbers are lifted from the International Monetary Fund World Economic Outlook for 2017.

January 30, 2018 15:11

The mainland region of Equatorial Guinea is called Rio Muni, named after Muni River.

What Continent is Equatorial Guinea In?

Equatorial Guinea is composed of islands and a mainland region on the continent of Africa.

January 30, 2018 14:56

The design of the flag of Kentucky was standardized in 1963.

Kentucky State Flag

The Kentucky flag was officially adopted on March 26, 1918.

January 30, 2018 14:20

The port of Felixstowe controls more than 42% of UK’s containerized trade. Editorial credit: TasfotoNL / Shutterstock.com

The Busiest Cargo Ports in the United Kingdom

The busiest cargo port in the United Kingdom is located at Grimsby and Immingham.

January 29, 2018 16:52

Croatia occupies 21,851 square miles in southeastern Europe.

What Continent Is Croatia In?

The country of Croatia is found on the continent of Europe.

January 29, 2018 16:05

Nearly 80% of the US population will access the internet at least a single time per month.

Only One-Third Of The Global Population Is Online

Despite the internet revolution, only one-third of the world's population use the internet.

January 29, 2018 15:53

Super Bowl XLI took place in Miami, Florida. Editorial credit: Anthony Correia / Shutterstock.com

List of Cities Who Have Hosted the Super Bowl

Miami has hosted the Super Bowl more than any other city.

January 29, 2018 15:44

The Gullah are known for their handcrafted sweetgrass baskets.

Who are the Gullah People?

The Gullah people, inhabiting the US states of South Carolina and Georgia, are descendants of African slaves.

January 29, 2018 15:30

How Many Canadian Provinces/Territories Are Landlocked?

Only two Canadian provinces are landlocked: Alberta and Saskatchewan.

January 26, 2018 23:03

Nuclear-powered submarines can stay underwater for several weeks or even months.

Countries With Nuclear Submarines

The United States, Russia, and China top the list of the world's largest nuclear submarine carriers.

January 26, 2018 15:01

The Netherlands borders Germany, Belgium, and the North Sea in Western Europe.

What Continent Is The Netherlands In?

The Netherlands, sometimes referred to as Holland, is located in the western region of the continent of Europe.

January 26, 2018 14:00

A cricket ball hitting bails and stumps.

Countries With The Highest Number Of Test Cricket Grounds

India has the highest number (28) of test cricket grounds in the world.

January 26, 2018 12:02

Wind turbines producing clean power. Despite current problems, the renewable energy sector shows promise for many struggling African nations, such as the Central African Republic

The Worst Countries To Start A Business

Most of the countries with the fewest opportunities worldwide are located in Africa, such as Chad and Niger.

January 26, 2018 12:02

The twenty four stars surrounding the seal signifies Missouri’s admission into the Union as the 24th state.

Missouri State Flag

The Missouri State Flag was adopted on March 22nd, 1913.

January 25, 2018 17:56

Manchester is the third most toured city in the United Kingdom after Edinburgh and London.

The Best City Skylines in England

London has the best skyline in England, if not in all of Europe.

January 25, 2018 17:40

Monaco is fully surrounded by France except for its coast on the Mediterranean Sea.

What Continent Is Monaco In?

Monaco, the 2nd smallest country in the world, is located in the western region of the continent of Europe, bordered by France and the the Mediterranean Sea.

January 25, 2018 17:17

In the UK and other Commonwealth countries, sleet is referred to as snow that partly melts as it falls.

What is Sleet?

Depending on where somebody lives, the word sleet has a different meaning.

January 25, 2018 16:01