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Do Australians have a right to freedom?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Everyone lawfully within the territory of a State shall, within that territory, have the right to liberty of movement and freedom to choose his residence. Everyone shall be free to leave any country, including his own. What are my freedom rights in Australia? Australia has 5 fundamental freedoms – freedom of speech, association, assembly, religion, […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Does Curacao have good healthcare?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Health Care There are three hospitals on Curaçao as well as some medical centres. The largest, St Elizabeth, is well equipped. Health insurance is recommended. How is the healthcare in Curaçao? Anyone who is registered in Curaçao with the Civil Registry is entitled to health insurance through the Sociale Verzekeringsbank; the Basic Health Insurance. Premium […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

What kind of beverage does Barcelona produce?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Drinking in Barcelona: what the locals drink in Catalonia’s capital Coffee. Forget the huge slurpy sized coffees to go. Vermouth. Vermouth o’clock is what teatime is to the British. Cava. Cava is Catalonia’s sparkling wine and point of pride for Catalan winemakers. Gin & Tonic. Wine. Horchata. What drink does Barcelona produce? Whilst we usually […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Barcelona, Spain

How do I spend a weekend in Memphis?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Things to DO in Memphis National Civil Rights Museum. My #1 thing to do in Memphis isn’t actually music-related at all. Get your music history on. Learn about Black history. Go out on Beale Street. Walk across the Mississippi River. Go mural spotting. How much does a weekend in Memphis cost? A vacation to Memphis […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Memphis, Tennessee

What was Zimbabwe called before 1980?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The name Zimbabwe was officially adopted concurrently with Britain’s grant of independence in April 1980. Prior to that point, the country had been called Southern Rhodesia from 1898 to 1964 (or 1980, according to British law), Rhodesia from 1964 to 1979, and Zimbabwe Rhodesia between June and December 1979. What was Zimbabwe known as before? […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Is San Diego near Los Angeles?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The distance from San Diego and Los Angeles is about 120 miles. Here are the best ways to get from one city to the other. People from all over the world dream of visiting Los Angeles, Hollywood, and all the excitement it promises. Is San Diego the same as Los Angeles? Within southern California are […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: California, San Diego

Do coconuts grow in Ecuador?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Coconuts, of which there are hundreds of varieties in the species Cocos nucifera, occur throughout the earth’s tropics.In Ecuador, coconut palms grow from the coast all the way to a mile or more of elevation in the Andes, as well as in the Amazon basin. Is coconut oil healthy or not? Myth: Coconut oil is […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Where is the oldest HDB in Singapore?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

If you’re a history buff, you’ll know that Queenstown is Singapore’s first ever satellite town. Fun fact: Blocks 45, 48 and 49 at Stirling Road lay claim to being Singapore’s oldest HDB flats. These were completed back in 1961. Why is Queenstown a great neighbourhood to live in? Which is the oldest housing estate in […]

Filed Under: Asia

Why are Alabama and Mississippi separate states?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The final boundary between Georgia and Mississippi Territory was defined to follow the Chattahoochee River north from the border with Spanish Florida.Congress delineated the boundary between Mississippi and Alabama by dividing the territory into approximately equal-sized parts, similar in size to Georgia. When did Mississippi split Alabama? 1817The Alabama Territory was carved from the Mississippi […]

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Does Shanghai or Beijing have worse air pollution?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The report from the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) revealed that Shanghai has worse concentrations of the pollutant PM2. 5, sulphur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2), than Beijing. Which Chinese city has the worst pollution? Rankings: Most Polluted Cities in China (2020) Anyang Henan Province (44 μg/m3) Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: China, Shanghai

How much is the average water bill in Maine?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Utility costs vary greatly by state. The most expensive utility bills can be found in Alaska, with an average cost of $496 per month.Water Prices by State 2021. State Maine Avg. Total Utilities $312 Electric $99 Internet $45 Nat. Gas $104 How much is the average monthly water bill? The average American water bill is […]

Filed Under: United States

What cell phone carrier works in the Bahamas?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Batelco. Batelco (BTC) is the cell phone carrier in the Bahamas. Their SIM cards will work in most unlocked cell phones. If you don’t have an unlocked phone and are planning to stay for more than a few days you may want to purchase a BTC cell phone for as low as $50. Do US […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

What is downtown Lisbon called?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Baixa. Baixa, or downtown Lisbon, is the heart of the city. It’s the main shopping and banking district that stretches from the riverfront to the main avenue (Avenida da Liberdade), with streets named according to the shopkeepers and craftsmen who traded in the area. What is considered downtown Lisbon? Baixa districtA quick overview of the […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Lisbon, Portugal

What can you only get in Germany?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Souvenirs from Germany. Our favourite German souvenirs are the unusual things you can only find in the country. Christmas ornaments. No one does Christmas quite like Germany. Sauerkraut juice. Before you turn your nose up, hear me out. Feuerzangenbowle Set. Dirndl and/or Lederhosen. Ampelmännchen. Beer steins. Chocolate. What are things you can only get in […]

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What rank is Cambridge University in the UK?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

University of Cambridge Ranking 2019-2020 – Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) Institution Name University of Cambridge Location United Kingdom World Rank 4 National Rank 1 Quality of Education Rank 4 Is Cambridge higher than Oxford? Similarly, the QS World University Rankings put Oxford in fifth and Cambridge in sixth overall.Oxford and Cambridge are world-leading […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Cambridge, England

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