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Ash Kaushik

Ash has more than a decade of experience in technical and creative writing, having majored in English Literature in college. He puts his experience to use as a senior writer and editor, creating engaging and entertaining content for Canadians at Canadian Essence.

8 Everyday Objects That Have Hidden Features Most People Never Notice

July 6, 2026July 6, 2020

Many of the objects people use every day have small design details built into them that go completely unnoticed. These features are often invisible in …

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8 Famous Historical Mysteries That Were Finally Solved

July 6, 2026July 6, 2020

For years, some of history’s most intriguing mysteries were surrounded by speculation, theories, and unanswered questions. In several cases, modern science, archaeology, and new evidence …

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7 Foods That Taste Completely Different in Their Country of Origin

July 6, 2026July 6, 2020

Some of the world’s most familiar foods change dramatically depending on where you eat them. The ingredients may share the same name, but the taste, …

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8 Places on Earth That Were Once Completely Different Landscapes

July 6, 2026July 6, 2020

Many of the world’s most familiar places looked nothing like they do today. Over thousands or even millions of years, shifting climates, rising seas, and …

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8 Places Around the World Where Nature Broke All the Rules

July 6, 2026July 6, 2020

Most landscapes follow familiar patterns, but a few places on Earth seem to ignore them completely. From rivers that appear to flow underwater to mountains …

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8 Cities Around the World That Look Nothing Like They Did 100 Years Ago

July 6, 2026July 6, 2020

Over the past century, some cities have transformed so dramatically that old photographs feel like they belong to an entirely different place. Skyscrapers, infrastructure, and …

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7 Famous Tourist Places With A Dark History

July 3, 2026July 3, 2020

Many of the world’s most famous travel destinations attract millions of visitors each year, but behind the beauty and popularity, each one carries a dark …

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6 Famous Buildings That Almost Didn’t Get Built

July 3, 2026July 3, 2020

Some of the world’s most recognizable landmarks came close to being canceled, abandoned, or redesigned before they were ever completed. 1. The Eiffel Tower Faced …

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7 Times Scientists Accidentally Discovered Something Incredible

July 3, 2026July 3, 2020

Some of the most important scientific breakthroughs in history were not planned. They happened by accident during experiments, observations, or mistakes that turned out to …

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7 Everyday Foods People Eat Completely Differently Around the World

July 3, 2026July 3, 2020

Some of the most familiar foods are prepared and eaten in dramatically different ways depending on the country, turning simple meals into surprising cultural contrasts. …

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