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Is Australia an Island?

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11 Egyptian Gods and Goddesses

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Why Does the New Year Start on January 1?

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Queen Elizabeth II addresses at opening of Parliament. (Date unknown on photo, but may be 1958, the first time the opening of Parliament was filmed.)

All 119 References in “We Didn’t Start the Fire,” Explained

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7 Everyday English Idioms and Where They Come From

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What’s the Difference Between a President and a Prime Minister?

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