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In the 19th century, three currents emerged in Cuban society: those in favor of reform and Spanish rule - the reformists; those in favor of incorporating Cuba into the United States - the annexationists; and those in favor of independence - the independents.

The first mention of the dodo came from Dutch sailors in 1598.

Slovakia can boast of many representative cultural and historical buildings.

Singapore is devoid of drinking water, which has to be imported through a pipeline from Malaysia.

There are nine time zones in Russia.

In the southern parts of Turkey, one can found houses without roofs. This is by no means an expression of poverty but is connected with family life in the collective.

Only 5% of the country is covered by natural vegetation, protected in reserves.

The coat of arms of Warsaw is the image of a mermaid - Warsaw Mermaid.

Cuba's climate is hot and humid, tempered by the northeasterly trade winds.

The name Argentina derives from the Latin word argentum, meaning silver.