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Is Colorado expensive to retire?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

To live comfortably in your Colorado retirement, you need to have about $45,495 available per year. Does Colorado tax Social Security and retirement income? Colorado does tax social security benefits and retirement income, but retirees can deduct up to $24,000 from their state income taxes. Is Colorado a good state for retirees? What draws people […]

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Who uses most of the water in Las Vegas?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

RESIDENTIAL WATER USERS The top residential water user of 2020 was Spanish Gate Holdings, which used more than 12 million gallons of water. Spanish Gate Holdings is the official owner of a compound built by Prince Jefri Bolkiah, brother of the sultan of Brunei. Who uses the most water from Lake Mead? Lake Mead generates […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Las Vegas, Nevada

How long can I stay in Ireland as a US citizen?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

90 days. Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements U.S. citizens can enter visa-free for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days. There is no minimum passport validity requirement for U.S. citizens entering Ireland. Can US citizens move to Ireland? Americans can visit Ireland for up to 90 days without needing to apply for a […]

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What rank is Salt Lake City?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City, Utah • City 199,723 • Rank US: 122nd UT: 1st • Density 1,797.52/sq mi (701.84/km2) • Urban 1,021,243 (US: 42nd) Where does Salt Lake City rank? SALT LAKE CITY — One of the most prestigious rankings in the U.S. has placed Salt Lake City among the Top 25 Best […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Salt Lake City, Utah

What mountain in Hawaii has snow?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Mauna Kea. Snow in Hawaii The highest summits on the Big Island — Mauna Kea (13,803′) and Mauna Loa (13,678′) — are the only two locations in the state to receive snow on a yearly basis. Do any mountains in Hawaii have snow? The answer is “yes”. It snows here every year, but only at […]

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What did the French do in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Beginning in the 1930s, France began to exploit the region for its natural resources and to economically diversify the colony. Cochinchina, Annam and Tonkin (encompassing modern-day Vietnam) became a source of tea, rice, coffee, pepper, coal, zinc and tin, while Cambodia became a centre for rice and pepper crops. Why did the French invade Vietnam? […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is Pennsylvania German?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

There are possibly more than 300,000 native speakers in the United States and Canada. In Pennsylvania, 29.9% of the population currently claim German ancestry.Pennsylvania Dutch language. Pennsylvania Dutch Pennsylvania German Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch Native to United States, Canada Is Pennsylvania Dutch and German the same? The term is more properly “Pennsylvania German” because the so-called Pennsylvania […]

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When can a Cuban apply for citizenship?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The original Cuban Adjustment Act of 1966 allowed Cubans to become permanent residents if they had been present in the United States for at least 2 years. The Immigration and Nationality Act Amendments of 1976 (| P.L. 94-571) reduced this time to one year. How long does it take to get citizenship in Cuba? By […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Is the US richer than Denmark?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Even so, GDP/person in America is about 20% higher than in Denmark (adjusted for PPP.) The gap between America and Europe as a whole is much larger, as Denmark is one of Europe’s richest countries.It’s also the only Western European country that is richer, apart from oil-rich Norway and a few tiny countries. How does […]

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How do people greet each other in Bali?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Salutation: Though modern Balinese shake hands as Westerners do, the traditional salute is the Sembah salute as in the Indian Namaste where the palms are joined together and placed vertically against the chest. In this position, Indonesians should say, “Om Swastiastu” or “May peace be with you” to each other. How do you greet someone […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Bali, Indonesia

Who is Georgia’s most important trading partner?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The EU. The EU is the main trade partner of Georgia. Around 23% of its trade takes place with the EU, followed by Turkey (14%) and Russia (12%). Who were Georgia’s trade partners? The state’s top trading partners include China, Mexico, Germany, Korea, and Japan, and 67% of Georgia’s bilateral trade occurs with markets where […]

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What kind of storms are in Arizona?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Thunderstorms happen year-round in Arizona, but they are most common during the monsoon (mid-June through September). In Arizona, severe thunderstorms can produce heavy rain, flash flooding, dangerous winds, hail, dust storms and lightning. What kind of storms do they have in Arizona? Arizona Weather Hazards Extreme Heat. Excessive heat is one of the most deadly […]

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Is Japanese food the healthiest in the world?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The Japanese diet is considered to be one of the healthiest in the world, and for that reason the Japanese have an average life expectancy far greater than the western world. Does Japan have the healthiest food? A traditional Japanese diet is well balanced, featuring more fish than red meat, plenty of vegetables, pickled and […]

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What is Uganda’s famous food?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

In Uganda, the staple food is matoke (cooking bananas). Other food crops include cassava (manioc), sweet potatoes, white potatoes, yams, beans, peas, groundnuts (peanuts), cabbage, onions, pumpkins, and tomatoes. Some fruits, such as oranges, pawpaws (papayas), lemons, and pineapples, are also grown. What is the most popular dish in Uganda? As the national dish of […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

How much do I need to retire in Maine?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Accounting for the state’s slightly lower than average cost of living, as well as its slightly lower than average life expectancy at 65, a comfortable retirement in Maine will cost an estimated $1,076,244, compared to the national estimate average of $1,134,687. Is it expensive to retire in Maine? In Maine, the cost of living is […]

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