Introductory World - Read Mode
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The Atlantic Ocean is the second-largest ocean in the world. It separates the 'New World' (the Americas) from the 'Old World' (Europe and Africa), playing a key role in global trade.
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Addis Ababa is the capital and largest city of Ethiopia. It holds significance as the headquarters for the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa.
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Thailand was officially known as Siam until 1939 and again from 1945 to 1949. The name was changed to Thailand, which means 'Land of the Free'.
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Kazakhstan is the largest country in Central Asia and the ninth-largest in the world. It is also the largest landlocked country on Earth, possessing vast mineral resources.
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Port of Spain is the capital city of Trinidad and Tobago. It is a major hub for the Caribbean region, known for its massive carnival celebrations and being a financial center.
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Costa Rica constitutionally abolished its army permanently in 1949. The country relies on specialized police units for internal security and is known for its peaceful stance.
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The Kuril Islands are under Russian administration, though Japan claims the four southernmost islands. This dispute has prevented the two nations from signing a formal peace treaty since WWII.
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Rome is historically known as the City of Seven Hills. The city was founded on these hills (Palatine, Capitoline, Aventine, etc.) east of the river Tiber.
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The Huang He (Yellow River) is called the Sorrow of China due to its devastating floods throughout history. These floods have caused massive destruction and loss of life.
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Singapore was a British colony. It became part of the British Empire in the 19th century and remained so until it joined Malaysia in 1963, becoming fully independent in 1965.