Conflict in Sri Lanka
|  The Contenders: The Government of Sri Lanka – Sri Lanka was a common wealth province of Great Britain until 1948. Since its independence, the country has gone through several political makeovers. The current structure of the government of Sri Lanka is a presidential representative democratic republic, complete with a parliament. The bulk of the fighting, however, is done with the military branch of the government rath... Read More >>
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| History | The History of April Fool's Day
 April Fools' Day, sometimes called All Fools' Day, is one of the [lightest] hearted days of the year. Its origins are uncertain. Some see it as a celebration related to the turn of the seasons, while others believe it stems from the adoption of a new calendar. New Year's Day Moves Ancient cultures, including those as varied as the Romans and the Hindus, celebrated New Year's Day on or around April 1. It closely follows the vernal equinox (March 20th or Marc... Read More >> |
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