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island

[ahy-luhnd] / ˈaɪ lənd /


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Scientists have uncovered more than 30,000 fossilized teeth, bones, and other remains on the remote Arctic island of Spitsbergen.

From Science Daily

A new study published in Scientific Reports describes the discovery of an unusually large hydrothermal vent field on the shallow seafloor surrounding the Greek island of Milos.

From Science Daily

The chef’s kitchen is equipped with a marble island and seating area, plenty of cabinet space, and state-of-the-art appliances.

From MarketWatch

But, for Anglesey, the decade since has been characterised by job losses, stagnant investment and an economy still trying to replace one of the island's largest employers.

From BBC

China's military drills around Taiwan entered their second day on Tuesday, the sixth major manoeuvres Beijing has held near the self-ruled island in recent years.

From Barron's