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smallest, largest, richest, poorest countries
LARGEST COUNTRIES (by land mass ( Read more... ) -
customs from around the world
In Greece, a child’s tooth is thrown onto the roof for good luck.
Krampus Night: Celebrated in Austria on December 5th, Krampus is described as Santa Claus’ evil twin brother.
Sati Culture in India: Widows throw themselves onto the funeral fire of their dead husbands.
In Indonesia, a person points with their thumb. It’s considered rude to point with a ( Read more... ) -
"School Lunches in France: Nursery-School Gourmets"
School Lunches in France: Nursery-School GourmetsTIME MAGAZINE ( Read more... ) -
"Ancient Egypt’s Toxic Makeup Fought Infection"
I found this amusing:
Ancient Egypt’s Toxic Makeup Fought Infection, Researchers Say
The elaborate eye makeup worn by Queen Nefertiti and other ancient Egyptians was believed to have healing powers, conjuring up the protection of the Gods Horus and Ra and warding off illnesses.
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Canada, Australia ranked best places for expats
Canada, Australia ranked best places for expats
Wed Nov 25, 2009 12:33pm EST
CANBERRA (Reuters) - Looking to work overseas? Head to Canada, Australia or Thailand, according to an annual global survey which found recession-hit Britain was one of the worst locations to live for expatriates.
The second annual Expat Experience survey, commissioned by ( Read more... ) -
Average Height in Europeans vs Americans
Europeans Taller on Average
Bad Health Care, Deficient Welfare Keep Americans Short
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the USA 100 years ago
In the United States of America 100 Years Ago (1900 AD)...
- the average life expectancy was 47 years
- water usage per person was 1/6 of current usage
- 14% of the homes had a bathtub
- most women only washed their hair once a month and used borax or egg yolks for shampoo
- 8% of homes had a telephone
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Healthcare in USA, Canada, Germany, Cuba...
'How Does The USA Stack Up Against Other Countries Health Care Systems?
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cats in folklore
CATS AND GODS
The fecund cat is often been associated with fertility. The Scandinavian goddess Freyja rode in a chariot drawn by cats so farmers left out offerings for her cats to ensure a good harvest. In parts of Europe, a cat decorated with ribbons was released in the field after harvest-time to appease the gods.
The Peruvian fertility god Ai ( Read more... )
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