The five ‘Stans’, independent nations since 1991, are influenced by their neighbours, but distinctive and fascinating.

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Coconino County’s two major wildfires, one of which torched the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, continue to burn ...

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Mr. Magnason is an Icelandic writer and filmmaker, he wrote from Reykjavik. Ms. Hallgrimsdottir is an Icelandic photographer.

The Lord of the Rings extended editions include hours of new footage and special effects for fans to enjoy, and these scenes ...