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7 Countries That Have Changed Their Names Since 2000

Over time, some nations have made the decision to rename or rebrand themselves, even in recent years. Here are seven of the most notable examples since 2000.

5 Places That Were Almost States

America's 50 states each have a distinct cultural identity. While there are still hopes for places like Washington, D.C., or Puerto Rico to join them one day, other proposed states over the centuries have fallen by the wayside. Here are five would-be states from America’s past.

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8 Early U.S. Capitals You Might Not Remember

Despite serving as America's capital for more than 200 years, D.C. wasn’t always the center of the federal government. Take a trip back in time and discover eight U.S. capitals before before Washington, D.C. you may have forgotten.

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The Fascinating, Mysterious Histories of 6 World-Famous Ruins

The world’s ancient wonders feature on many bucket lists, but how much do you really know about them? In some cases, even archaeologists and historians have struggled to figure out precisely what purpose they once served. Dive into the fascinating histories of six of the world’s most famous ruins.

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5 Airline Rules That Are Newer Than You Think

Passengers these days have grown so accustomed to the modern air travel experience — for better or for worse — that it’s easy to forget how much has changed, even in recent years. Here are five rules of air travel that only became the norm in the past 25 years.

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