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The troublesome middle a in Nevada led to that state taking second place in the Preply survey. Given that the name can be traced back to the equivalent Spanish word, meaning “snow-covered,” it’s the ...

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We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?

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If you’re a geography enthusiast, join Google Earth’s 20th anniversary celebration by taking this quiz. You can put your ...

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Vermont rounds out the top three most patriotic states in the nation. The state’s civic engagement level is the highest in ...

In Tune Twist, we run the lyrics of a hit song through multiple languages and then translate them back into English. Here’s a ...

This rare Vader sold at auction for $130,095 in 2025. It’s believed to be the most a Star Wars figure has ever earned, or at ...