Alexander the Great was, arguably, one of the most prolific conquerors of all times. In spite of his short life of only 33 years (356–323 BC), he managed to conquer all of Greece and the vast majority of the Persian Empire, reaching all the way to India, North Africa, and the Middle East. He has been credited f... |
24 October 2009
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According to new numbers, lynx populations in the Balkans are teetering on the brink of extinction, threatened by poaching, tree cutting and an overall lack of food. Although they are iconic to some regions, it's the same people that like them who kill them, especially for their wonderful fur, which is highly-va... |
23 February 2009
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The worsening condition of the environment around the Indonesian city of Balikpapan has prompted local authorities to introduce a "green" system – as they call it – of granting fiancées wedding certificates, and birth certificates to new parents. In order for these people to get what they want, the... |
25 November 2008
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Macedonia set an example for the Western world on Wednesday, when thousands of its citizens joined a massive reforestation campaign throughout the country. The small nation, located in the Balkans, Eastern Europe, currently has some 2 million inhabitants. However, it managed to plant over 6 million seedlings in just ... |
20 November 2008
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