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Slovaks Vote Overwhelmingly to Name Bridge After Chuck Norris

Against all reason, “Chuck Norris” is the top contender for the name of a new pedestrian and cycling bridge connecting Slovakia to the neighboring country of Austria.

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Devils and Homespun Saints: The Top 5 Alternative European Santas

While the image of the jolly, bearded man in the red suit is a classic image across the world, some cultures have taken the Santa Claus idea a step beyond the gift-giving.  According to a centuries-old myth, bad children in France should prepare for a flogging. Or in Alpine Europe, they may be stuffed into [...]

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Hold It: Airline Might Ditch Toilets to Make Room for More Seats

Oh, the things Ryanair will do to save money.

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‘Worst Social Unrest in Decades’: London’s Riots in 9 Papers Around the World

Newspapers around the world, compiled by Newseum in Washington, D.C., showcase the London riots after three days of chaos.

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‘Completely Incomprehensible’: Breivik’s Role Model Condemns Oslo Attacks

Anders Breivik, the man who has taken responsibility for the July 22 bombing and shootings in Oslo, Norway, was condemned by Peder Jensen, 36, a right-wing blogger who believes Islamic fundamentalism is taking over Europe.

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Cheap Flights Fuel Mini Red-Light District in Amsterdam Airport

Of all the ways to capitalize on cheap airfare, this has got to be the most unorthodox.

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Reading While Eating for August 2: True or False

Tuesday’s links feature fake romance, fake friendships and an oddly real version of pinball.

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Moscow’s Solution for Overcrowding? Expand the Capital

Despite the concerns raised by the critics of the plan, Russia is not left with many options other than expanding the largest city in Europe.

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Forget S’mores This Summer: 10 High-End Summer Camps for Kids

Globalization has transformed the time-old tradition of camp. Here’s just a sample of the high-end camps out there. Bon voyage!

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Is Tonje Langetieg the Norwegian Rebecca Black?

Her song is titled “I Don’t Wanna be a Crappy Housewife.” She dresses like Ke$ha. Could this song overtake “Friday” as the most-disliked song on YouTube?