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The Trinity Site, Where the First Atomic Bomb Was Exploded
White Sands, New Mexico by Susan K. Smith In 1939, Albert Einstein sent a letter (written largely by Leó Szilárd) to … [Read More...]
Hillsborough: A Town of History, Cuisine and Creativity
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by W. Ruth Kozak It’s that time of year again when Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is replayed on TV. I love … [Read More...]
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Beneath Seattle’s streets, another city hides. Walk Pioneer Square, and you may step on forgotten roads. Look deeper, … [Read More...]
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Lan Ha Bay, a hidden gem next to Halong Bay, offers a tranquil getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. Renowned … [Read More...]
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Rubbing Off Luck at a Wedding in Turkey
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Tulum, Mexico: City of Dawn
by Ronald D. Kness As I stand in the City of Dawn, on the high cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea, I visualize how … [Read More...]
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