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a collection of articles for travelers to Copenhagen, Denmark
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The Balkans, or the Balkan Peninsula, is a geographic area in Eastern and Southeastern Europe with various and disputed borders. The region takes its name ...
Budapest Hungary, and National Conservatism politics
Railway Journeys: Experience Europe through its railways, combining efficiency with panoramic views. Discover the ease of train travel across the continent, from network navigation to optimal rail pass use.
Czechoslovakia split - history of Czech Republic and Slovakia
Spain - geography and history, culture
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a collection of articles about Norway
The Byzantine Empire - history the Eastern Roman Empire, Orthodox Christianity and Constantinople
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The Yalta conference after WWII - Roosevelt, Churchill, Stalin
Germany - east and west after WWII
France - geopolitical strategy, global leadership and ambition
France - and the European Union (EU)

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Article

Mapped: The Population of India’s States Compared with Countries

This map juxtaposes the population of India with that of entire countries, to give perspective on the soon-to-be most populous country. (2024)


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The division of Cyprus looks indefinite

Cyprus. Fifty years of division. There seems no prospect for the reunification of the island, half a century after turkey invaded the north. The i... (2024)


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Brazil’s hinterland now resembles Texas

The new Brazil. It is a land of “roughs”, not playboys. The hinterland is getting political and cultural clout | The Americas (2023)


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Lost Water in Amman, Jordan

The desert city of Amman is running out of water. Meanwhile, officials fixate on gleaming visions of growth, perpetuating the fantasy that urban dy... (2023)


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Help me LP! What is the one train trip that can include the best of Spain?

Spain expert Isabella Noble recommends two itineraries for taking in beaches, cities and out-of-the-way destinations in sensational Spain. (2023)


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6 of the day trips from Budapest: experience Hungary beyond the capital - Lonely Planet

From exploring the cobbled streets of Szentendre to tasting local wines in Eger or soaking in Lake Balaton, here are the best day trips from Budapest. (2023)


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Top 6 free things to do in Venice - Lonely Planet

There's much that can be enjoyed in Venice without breaking the bank. Here’s our guide to the best free things to do in this incredible historic city. (2023)


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The best beaches in Argentina for sand, splashing and scenery

Beautiful, defiant and intense, Argentina is a natural wonderland, with mighty mountains, rolling grasslands and, yes, beaches. Here's our pick of ... (2023)


Article

Chicago’s woes are over-hyped | The Economist

In fact, the Windy City could offer a model for change across America | United States (2023)


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Why the gusty North Sea could give Europe an industrial edge | The Economist

Wind power is breathing life into a new green economy on its coasts | Leaders (2023)


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How to invigorate Britain’s second-tier cities - Free the North | The Economist

Britain’s Economy: One superstar city does not a successful economy make | Leaders (2022)


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The 7 best road trips in Croatia for fans of history and epic coastlines - Lonely Planet

With a glorious Adriatic coastline that reveals one beauty spot after another, Croatia was made for road tripping. Try these 7 top drives in Croatia. (2022)


Article

If Latin America has a commercial capital, it is Miami | The Economist

Despite not being in Latin America, it offers cash, connections and creativity to the region | The Americas (2022)


Article

The Forgotten American Explorer Who Discovered Huge Parts of Antarctica

Charles Wilkes, the Forgotten Antarctic Explorer | Science | Smithsonian Magazine It’s been 180 years since Charles Wilkes, a founder of the Smi... (2020)


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The most unusual ways many African countries got their names - QZ

Lots of Greek, Latin and Portuguese roots to many nation states created after the Scramble for Africa (2019)


Article

Small Colleges Can Save Towns in Middle America - Bloomberg

There's just one reason Pikeville, Kentucky, population 7,000, is alive and well (2018)


Article

Startups That Move to the Bay Area See Big Benefits—But Are in the Minority

A new study explores startup migration and the benefits it brings. (2018)


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College Towns Are Beginning to Emerge as U.S. Startup Hubs || CityLab

Established tech hubs continue to lead, but startup hubs are emerging in new, smaller places. The catch: Startup financing overall is on the wane. (2018)


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Lessons from Spain’s recovery after the euro crisis || The Economist

Taking the pain out of Spain "JUST six years ago Spain seemed to be the European Union’s biggest economic calamity, menacing the survival of the... (2018)


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Central America’s Violent Northern Triangle | Council on Foreign Relations

Violence and rampant crime have driven asylum seekers from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras to the United States, which is seeking to help addr... (2018)


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The Indian-American underachiever - The Economist

INDIAN-AMERICANS are enjoying a dazzling coming-out party. For years they were stereotyped as convenience-store owners and overachieving children. ... (2018)


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Why Europe’s train network needs more, not less, competition - The Economist

TRAINS are not quite the third rail of European politics. But they are still causing lots of angst. France has already endured three months of stri... (2018)


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China is trying to turn itself into a country of 19 super-regions - The Economist

A tale of 19 mega-cities: CHINA’S urbanisation is a marvel. The population of its cities has quintupled over the past 40 years, reaching 813m. By... (2018)


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How Many Years of Income Does a Home in Your City Cost? - CityLab

The rule of thumb is that the cost of your house should equal roughly 2.6 years of income. But in some U.S. cities, home prices are almost 10 times... (2018)


Article

Infographic: The United States of Beer

A data-driven look at consumption of America's most popular alcoholic beverage: Beer... (2018)


Article

A Real-Life Enchanted Forest (Japan) - New York Times

"IN ORDER TO see one of the oldest living trees on earth in one of the oldest evergreen forests in the world, you must first fly two hours from Tok... (2018)


Article

The Fall of the German Empire - The New York Times

From Italy to Hungary, the European crisis pits nations against a soft imperium, not just illiberals against liberals. (2018)


Article

The 100th Meridian, Where the Great Plains Begin, May Be Shifting | Columbia University

Two new papers find that the line that divides the moist East and arid West is edging eastward due to climate change—and the implications for farmi... (2018)


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Social democracy is floundering everywhere in Europe, except Portugal - The Economist

Charlemagne: the perky Portuguese ANTONIO COSTA, Portugal’s affable prime minister, greets your columnist with a broad grin as he settles his he... (2018)


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Why Kashmir is erupting again - The Economist explains

TODAY marks the 48th consecutive day of protests in Jammu & Kashmir, India’s only Muslim-majority state. Young Kashmiri men have been on the street... (2018)


Video

Why is Finland so happy?

For its eighth consecutive year, Finland topped the list of happiest countries in the world, according to an annual report published by the Univers... (2025)


Video

Why Everyone is Leaving New Zealand

Unveil the stunning secret of New Zealand—a paradise losing its young talent! With just 5.3 million people, this remote gem boasts top-notch livin... (2025)


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The Guianas: South America's Weirdest Countries?

At the top of South America are three small territories. Until about ten years ago, not a single road connected them to the outside world. They are... (2024)


Video

I Live Better In Thailand Than I Did In The U.S. - Here's How Much It Costs | Relocated

Jesse Schoberg, 41, relocated to Bangkok, Thailand at the beginning of 2022. He has been living and working abroad since 2008. He currently makes a... (2024)


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Why Indonesia's Economy Matters and Its Unexpected Growth | Indonesian Economy

Why Indonesia's Economy Matters and Its Unexpected Growth | Indonesian Economy (2023)


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The Geography of Patagonia Explained

Learn everything there is to know about the #Geography of #Patagonia. From deep Fjords in the west to towering mountains and glaciers in the center... (2023)


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Mumbai, India's Transforming MEGACITY

Mumbai, India’s Transforming MEGACITYFive transportation megaprojects are under construction throughout Mumbai, a city of 25 million. This short do... (2023)


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Panama Canal: Inside the World’s Largest Cargo Shipping Bottleneck Today | WSJ

The Panama Canal is running out of water, threatening to slow down the global supply chains and economies that depend on it. 40% of all U.S. contai... (2023)


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Manaus: Why Brazil Built a City in the Middle of the Amazon

The Brazilian city of Manaus sits alone in the middle of the Amazon, and yet it still grew to become the seventh largest city in the country. So wh... (2023)


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Why Living in Portugal Doesn't Work for MOST Americans

Why Living in Portugal Doesn't Work for MOST Americans (2023)


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Bosnia: The Worst War You Never Learned About

Bosnia: The Worst War You Never Learned About (2023)


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German Reunification Explained

German Reunification almost didn't happen. It was opposed by nearly all world leaders. (2023)


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French Alps and Lyon

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | After exploring the proud cuisine capital of Lyon — which, at least in its own mind, rivals Paris — we head for ... (2023)


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France plans for hegemony. France and the EU, relations with Russia, China and the USA

Macron wants to give the #EU a military face and gather the con... (2023)


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France secretly owns 14 countries, neocolonial Africa

France secretly owns 14 countries, neocolonial Africa (2023)


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15 Cheap Big-Cities to Live in Europe (Less than $1,600/Month)

Most major big cities in Europe like London, Paris & berlin are experiencing a high rate of inflation, especially in the last couple of years. But ... (2023)


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Why did the US give up the Panama Canal? (Short Animated Documentary)

In 1977 Jimmy Carter agreed to the United States returning the Panama Canal back to Panama by 2000. He agreed to the transfer in return for nothing... (2023)


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Modern Marvels: The Construction of the Panama Canal (S1, E3) | Full Episode | History

Love Modern Marvels? Stay up to date on all of your favorite History shows at https://history.com/schedule.Chronicles one of the most incredible en... (2023)


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TedEd - Demolition, disease, and death: Building the Panama Canal - Alex Gendler

Discover what it took to build the Panama Canal, and how this colossal construction project changed the region. --In the 19th century, the Californ... (2023)


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Why 82% of Mexico is Empty

Why 82% of Mexico is Empty (2023)


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Why didn't Vichy France join the Axis? (Short Animated Documentary)

When France fell to Germany (and Italy if you're feeling generous) it mostly became a client state of Berlin. Despite this France never tried to jo... (2023)


Video

Poland Rediscovered: Kraków, Auschwitz, and Warsaw

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | Kraków's bubbly Baroque and cobbled charm is emerging as the exciting "next Prague." Nearby, a visit to Auschwit... (2023)


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Venice and Its Lagoon

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | Venice, more than any other European city, has an endlessly seductive charm. For centuries, it was nicknamed La ... (2023)


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Rome: Back-Street Riches

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | In this third of three shows on the Eternal City, we'll explore this grand metropolis — so rich in art and cultu... (2023)


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Italy’s Verona, Padova, and Ravenna

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | In the shadow of Venice, we visit three great cities in the Veneto area. Padova is famed for its venerable unive... (2023)


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Should YOU visit PRAGUE? (2023 Travel Guide)

The ultimate Prague Travel Guide for those looking to visit one of the most iconic cities in all of the Czech Republic. Join me as I discover the t... (2023)


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Tel Aviv Travel Guide: Best Things To Do In Tel Aviv Israel

TEL AVIV TRAVEL GUIDE: In this Tel Aviv travel tour we explore the old port of Jaffa, the beaches of Tel Aviv and share some insights about the lar... (2023)


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How to Travel Europe CHEAP | Easy Budget Tips To Travel For $40 a Day! (2021)

Learn how to travel Europe cheap! How do you Budget for Europe And what's are the cheapest ways to get around Europe? Is it Eurail, Bla Bla Car, Fl... (2023)


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Buenos Aires, Argentina's Megacity: Europe in the Americas

Buenos Aires was once a top-tier global city but has underperformed in the last century. (2023)


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Bangkok, Thailand - 8K Ultra HD Video 120 FPS (Capital of Thailand) by Drone

Bangkok 8K Ultra HD Video 120 FPS (Capital of Thailand) by Drone8K Video Ultra HD, 60fps, 120fps, 240fps for Your 8K Resolution Device: Apple TV, 8... (2023)


Podcast

The Re-Militarization of Germany - The Daily | Podcast on Spotify

Listen to this episode from The Daily on Spotify. In the decades after World War II and the atrocities of the Holocaust, Germany deliberately under... (2023)


Book

The Daughters of Yalta

"The story of the fascinating and fateful "daughter diplomacy" of Anna Roosevelt, Sarah Churchill, and Kathleen Harriman, three glamorous young wom... (2023)


Book

Earning the Rockies: How Geography Shapes America's Role in the World by Robert D. Kaplan

Earning the Rockies book. Read 238 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. An incisive portrait of the American landscape that show... (2020)


Book

Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis by J.D. Vance

Hillbilly Elegy book. Read 25,407 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. From a former marine and Yale Law School graduate, a powe... (2020)


Book

The Almost Nearly Perfect People: Behind the Myth of the Scandinavian Utopia - by Michael Booth

Journalist Michael Booth has lived among the Scandinavians for more than ten years and has grown increasingly frustrated with the rose-tinted view ... (2019)


Website

Cost of Living Index 2018 Mid-Year

Rankings: Cost of Living Index, Restaurant Prices Index, Transportation Price Index, Grocery Price Index, Local Purchasing Power Index, ... (2018)


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