Why Indonesians are not afraid of Volcanoes

Indonesia is often obscured by cloud cover but an astronaut aboard the International Space Station seized the opportunity of a storm-free day to photograph half the length of Indonesia’s main island chain. It’s not only incredible because of the view but also because the image managed to capture. 7 simultaneous volcanic eruptions. 6 of which …

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NO ESCAPE FROM THE TALIBAN! People of the Wakhan Corridor

A Twitter video from Russian media company ‘Real Time’ displays footage of a harrowing refuge migration in late July of 2021.  345 ethnic Kyrgyz, with a herd of 4,000 livestock, arrive at the Tajik border after traversing rugged landscapes from their Afghan homeland.  They are a small Ismaili Shia minority from a country that is …

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Why Is Vladivostok Russian? Russo-Japanese War

Clearly marked on any map as it is the capital of Primorsky Kry; Vladivsotok sits on the very edge of mainland Russia. It is about 6400 kilometers east of Moscow and only about 6000 kilometers north of the northernmost islands of Australia. Far closer are the capitals of North and South Korea; As it’s just …

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MURMANSK: The Arctic Capital

Murmansk, the Arctic capital At a latitude of roughly 65.5 lies the Arctic circle. Few major human settlements exist within its borders. The largest of these settlements is Murmansk and as its name suggests it is a city on the edge of the world. It lies 2 degrees above the Arctic circle and is 108 …

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DID VIKINGS TAKE DRUGS? Henbane and Berserkergang

Berserkers. Fearsome Viking warriors, famous for their fury, toughness, and combat skills. Ancient historical records of these almost mythical people tell tales of incredible displays of strength and power.  Many theories have aimed to explain how these people gained such renown in battle, particularly in a culture famous for its raiders and warriors. An idea …

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