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After Years of Isolation, North Korea Reopens to Foreign Tourists. The Price Is Over $600

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Tourism remains highly restricted, with visits limited to the northwestern border region of Rason.

Ohio Lawmaker Wants 'Boneless' Chicken Wings to Truly Have No Bones

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People in Ohio have a particular obsession over whether "boneless" chicken wings are actually expected to be boneless.

The Gold in Fort Knox, Explained: Why Trump and Musk Are Suddenly Obsessed With Checking to Make Sure It’s Still There

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This isn't an episode of Money Heist. People are truly concerned that the country's gold reserve at Fort Knox might be missing. (Spoiler: It's not.)

There Was a Time When Poop Powered the Economies of Half the World. This Is the Rise and Fall of Guano

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Seagull poop made Peru an economic powerhouse, but its decline led to a monumental crisis.

The Price of Rice Has Dramatically Increased in Japan. It’s Prompted the Government to Implement Measures Typically Reserved for Natural Disasters

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In a country where rice is a staple food, this surge in cost has raised concerns among authorities.

There Was a Costly Culinary Trend During the Middle Ages That Would Make Food Inedible Today: Soaking Dishes in Spices

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At grand banquets, hosts spared no expense on spices for two main reasons: to enhance flavor and to showcase their status.

Satellite Imagery Leaves No Doubt: The U.S. Has Restored the Pacific Base That Originally Dropped the Atomic Bombs Over Japan

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The restoration of this former World War II base revives a symbol of U.S. aerial power and establishes a “potential” scenario.

A Small Village in China Was Marketed to Tourists as a Snowy Paradise. It Was Actually Covered in Cotton Wool

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Chengdu Snow Village has apologized for using cotton to create a snowy landscape.

With New Fares in Public Transport, Japan Seeks to Replicate Venice’s Strategy to Curb Mass Tourism. Now, Tourists Will Pay More

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The proposal for differentiated fares is part of a two-year plan that, if implemented, would set a precedent in Japan.

TikTok Hack Advises Airline Passengers to Put Their Seatbelt Around Their Ankles for Better Sleep. It's Not a Good Idea

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Surprise: The TikTok "nap hack" is dangerous and can lead to a thousand-dollar fine.

The Last Time the U.S. Invaded Panama, It Used an Unexpected Strategy: Guns N’ Roses as Psychological Warfare

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The capture of dictator Manuel Noriega is a striking example of how music has been weaponized in modern conflicts.

China Has Been Claiming These Japanese Islands as Its Own for 130 Years. It’s Now Decided to Surround Them With Buoys

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The territorial dispute over the Senkaku Islands remains unresolved. The ongoing presence of Chinese ships indicates that Beijing will continue to apply pressure.

At 14,700 Feet Above Ground, There’s a ‘Sexual’ Mushroom People Die For. In China, This Aphrodisiac Costs a Fortune

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Uncontrolled harvesting of the fungus threatens the Himalayan ecosystem and the social stability of communities that collect it.

Duolingo Said Its Owl Was Dead and Created the Internet's Biggest Mystery

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Duolingo killed its mascot as part of its master plan, but what is dead may never die.

200,000 Sign ‘Denmarkification’ Petition That Calls for Denmark to Buy California From Trump

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Danes troll Trump with petition to buy part of the U.S. and "Make California Great Again."

Venice Introduced an Entry Fee to Reduce Mass Tourism. It Worked So Well That The City Will Double Its Price

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Last year, the entrance fee generated $2.5 million in revenue for the city’s public funds. Authorities aim to double that amount in 2025.

'Montoya, Por Favor': How a Spanish Reality TV Star Became a Worldwide Meme

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This is why you've been seeing the phrase, "Montoya, por favor" everywhere.

One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World Remains Lost. This Make It the Most Intriguing of All

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Despite several theories, the lack of physical evidence leaves the existence of the Hanging Gardens in the realm of mystery.

Japan Has a Problem So Complex It Has Its Own Expression: Butsukari Otoko. It’s What They Use to Describe Men Who Attack Women in Train Stations

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It’s a serious issue in public transportation in Japan, highlighting the importance of coexistence and courtesy.

South Korea’s Population Is Aging So Rapidly That It’s Sparked a New Debate: What Does the Term ‘Old Person’ Mean Now?

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In December, the Asian country officially declared itself a “super-aged” society, with 20% of its population being 65 or older.

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