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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

Larger streams of water pick up debris as they gain size and momentum.

What is a Huayco?

A huayco is a Peruvian flash flood, which occur in the mountains.

January 25, 2018 15:49

The University of Oxford is often considered to have one of the world's most beautiful campuses.

The Most Beautiful Colleges in the World

A look at some of the world's most beautiful university campuses.

January 25, 2018 12:46

Due to Novorossiysk's location within the Black Sea, its bay remains ice-free year-round.

Russia's Warm Water Port

Novorossiysk is a warm water port on the Black Sea Coast in Russia.

January 24, 2018 16:40

Kuwait's transport system is highly dominated by roads.

Countries Without a Railway Network

There are a number of countries in the world without a railway network.

January 24, 2018 16:21

Being the capital of Uzbekistan, Tashkent is the most cosmopolitan city in the country.

What Is The Capital Of Uzbekistan?

Tashkent serves as the capital city of Uzbekistan.

January 24, 2018 16:13

St. John's in Newfoundland, Canada developed from a European fishing settlement.

The Oldest Capital Cities in the Americas

St. John's, the capital of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador, is the oldest capital city in the Americas.

January 24, 2018 15:12

Humans are the biggest threat to the rat population.

How Many Rats Are There In The World?

It is impossible to quantify the rat population of the world, however their numbers are estimated to be in the billions.

January 23, 2018 16:29

Prehistoric San rock art in Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park, South Africa. Editorial credit: Victoria Field / Shutterstock.com

Who are the Khoisan People?

The term “Khoisan” is used to describe two groups of people found in Southern Africa.

January 23, 2018 16:04

Aviapark in Moscow, Russia features an aquarium home to close to 2,500 specimens of fish. Editorial credit: Gilmanshin / Shutterstock.com

The Largest Shopping Malls in Europe

Aviapark, in Moscow, Russia, is the largest shopping mall in Europe.

January 23, 2018 15:51