Author: Anita L Hummel
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Is Istanbul In Europe Or Asia?
Istanbul is a fascinating city that straddles right between Asia and Europe. Istanbul is a major city in the country of Turkey. Istanbul has the famous Bosphorus Strait, which is used as the dividing line between Europe and Asia. The city is divided almost right down the middle between the European and Asia Continents, so…
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Why Was Constantinople Renamed To Istanbul?
Constantinople is one of the most storied cities in world history, now known as Istanbul. Its grandeur and opulence, colorful past filled with legendary battles, political intrigue, and revolutionary thought have captivated travelers for centuries. While many people are familiar with the name Istanbul today, few may know why it was renamed from Constantinople to…
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What Was The Main Reason For US Involvement In Vietnam?
In America, the Vietnam war has always been a very touchy subject. Even today, many people who fought in the war are suffering from the effects of that war. The main reason for the involvement of the United States in the Vietnam War was the belief in the Domino theory; the Domino theory was a…
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Why I Love ABBA’s Music, 9 Reasons Why
The other day, I was riding in a taxi in Hanoi, Vietnam, and I had on my headphones listening to the new ABBA Voyager album. I mentioned ABBA, and the driver quickly asked if I wanted to have him put on some ABBA music. This is the symbol of ABBA and their music – it…
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The 1987 Philippine Constitution And Why It Matters
The Philippines has had several constitutions but the constitution that is in force today is the 1987 Constitution. The 1987 Constitution is an important, legally binding document. The Philipines 1987 Consitution is an essential document for the Filipino people as it outlines their rights while simultaneously limiting the powers of the government. The Consitution helps…
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Why is Filipino Spelled with an ‘F’ when the Philippines is Spelled with a ‘Ph’?
When people look at the name Filipino, it can become confusing because it is spelled with “F” and not with a “Ph” like the Philippines is. Like me, they may wonder why Filipino is not spelled as “Philipino.” The word Filipino is spelled with an “F” instead of a “Ph” as it has to go…