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Soviet Union's Pivotal Role in Korea's 1945 Liberation

Soviet forces, primarily the 25th Army's 393rd Division and Pacific Fleet, liberated Korea in August 1945, beginning a month before the arrival of US troops, despite facing Japanese resistance and US-laid mines, resulting in significant Soviet casualties but securing key ports.

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Trump-Putin Summit in Alaska: A Historically Charged Meeting

President Trump's incorrect statement about meeting Putin in Russia highlights the upcoming summit in Alaska, a territory sold by Russia to the US in 1867 for \$7.2 million, a transaction with complex historical implications for the current US-Russia relationship.

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Ten Hidden American Island Gems

This article highlights ten under-the-radar American islands offering diverse experiences: Apostle Islands (Wisconsin) combines wilderness and charming towns; Edisto Island (South Carolina) boasts rich wildlife; San Juan Island (Washington) features history and nature; Drummond Island (Michigan) off...

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Life Below Water
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Pub Trip Leads to Invention of Life-Saving Road Reflectors

While driving home from a pub in 1934, Percy Shaw noticed the reflective effect of cat's eyes, leading him to invent the road safety reflectors known as "cat's eyes", which dramatically improved nighttime road safety worldwide.

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Lithuania's Secret Soviet Missile Base Now a Popular Tourist Attraction

Lithuania's Blockstine missile base, a secret Soviet facility hidden within Žemaitija National Park, housed R-12 Dvina missiles targeting NATO and attracted 35,000 visitors in 2024 after its transformation into a Cold War museum.

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The History of Holidays: From Roman Postcards to Mass Tourism

Organized holidays for the general public started in 1841 with Thomas Cook's excursion, but the wealthy have traveled for leisure for millennia; the Bank Holiday Act of 1871 further increased access.

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New Fourth Army Builds Embankment After Devastating 1939 Tsunami in Yancheng

In 1939, a devastating tsunami in Yancheng, China, killed over 13,000 people, prompting the New Fourth Army to construct a 40-kilometer embankment, demonstrating its commitment to disaster relief and regional stability amidst broader political conflicts.

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Dutch Political Party Urges Voters to Favor Blond, Blue-Eyed Candidates

The largest political party in the Netherlands is encouraging voters to choose candidates based on physical appearance (blond and blue-eyed), prompting a discussion about historical parallels to discrimination and the implications for societal cohesion.

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Ford Transit Celebrates 60 Years as World's Top-Selling Van

The Ford Transit van, launched August 9, 1965, celebrates its 60th anniversary as the world's best-selling van, having sold over 13 million units, impacting various industries and shaping cultural perceptions.

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18th-Century Cannons Unearthed in Veracruz During Infrastructure Work

Construction in Veracruz, Mexico unearthed two 18th-century cannons near the Zócalo, likely used in the French and American interventions of the 19th century, revealing details about the city's military history and urban transformations.

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Lenin's Mausoleum Closed for Renovations Amidst Debate

Lenin's mausoleum on Red Square in Moscow has a 100-meter queue, is temporarily closed for renovations until 2027, sparking debate about its future between the Russian Orthodox Church advocating for its removal and President Putin prioritizing social unity.

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Ancient Delivery Person Depicted on Brick Showcases Ancient China's Postal System

A new book, "Chinese Faces", uses a brick depicting a 3rd-4th century CE Chinese delivery person from Gansu as a focal point to explore how human faces found on cultural relics across China from the Paleolithic era to the present day reflect the emotions and values of the Chinese nation.

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