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Varanasi: Cremation
- Hindus are cremated after they die, and their ashes are spread in the Ganges River. Souls of the dead are believed to be sent to heaven with the fire and are quickly reincarnated.
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Scuba Divers Find Ruins of Underwater City
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Watch this video about scuba divers find ruins of underwater city on HowStuffWorks. In 1985, tourists scuba diving off the southern tip of Japan found what is now thought to be the ruins of an underwater city. Now, Professor Emeritus of Ryukyu... More »
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Oldest Olympic Torch Carrier in History
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Watch this video about the oldest Olympic torch carrier in history on HowStuffWorks. Cao Zuosheng, at 103-years-old, is hoping to become the oldest torch relay participant in Olympic history. She is one of about 22,000 Chinese hoping to be a part of... More »
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A New World Power: War in the Philippines
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Commodore Dewey moved against the Spanish in the Philippines and destroyed the Spanish fleet in Manila Bay. In the Caribbean, the U.S. defeated the Spanish in Cuba and landed forces on Puerto Rico.
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America in the 20th Century: The Socialists
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The goal of the Socialists was to end capitalism.
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Sketches of the World: Islam
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Five basic commandments guide the practices and beliefs of the followers of Islam.
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Sketches of the World: Burma
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Burmaís abundant Buddhist temples, many of which depict various representations of the Buddha, became more and more ornate over time.
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Sketches of the World: Mongolia
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A temple built in the 20th century in the capital of Mongolia has Tibetan and Chinese influences.
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Sketches of the World: Nepal
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Buddhism influences the architecture in Nepal more than any other religion present in the country.
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