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How often does Portland get snow?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Does it snow in Portland? Yes, but not every year — average snowfall is 4.3″ per year. In fact, snow happens so infrequently, I never put my money on it. (The exception being February 2021 — here’s some photos!) How often does it snow in Portland Oregon? The US average is 205 sunny days. Portland […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Maine, Portland

Is Pennsylvania a great state?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Pennsylvania ranked favorably at number 10 overall with a combined score of 59.21/100. The state also claimed second in the quality of life, seventh in safety, but 25th in health and education, 30th in affordability and 42nd in economy. Why Pennsylvania is a good state? Some of the best small and large cities in America […]

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Why is Bahamas so expensive?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The higher cost of living in the Bahamas are due to the fact that most goods need to be imported, and all of these items are taxed, when they arrive and clear customs. Unlike the US, there is no income tax in the Bahamas. Why is the Bahamas so rich? The economy of the Bahamas […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Is Edinburgh a good place to raise a family?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Edinburgh ranked as the sixth best place for families to live in the UK with 476 local attractions, 141 local schools and the cost of renting a three-bedroom apartment standing at £1,517.68. Is Edinburgh good for families? The level of exceptional education on offer makes Edinburgh one of the best cities in the UK to […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Edinburgh, Scotland

Can you swim in San Francisco Bay?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Beaches in San Francisco are not safe for swimming, and that goes double for Ocean Beach, which has the worst rip currents and most drownings. More information on rip currents from the United States Lifesaving Association. Are there sharks in the San Francisco Bay? Sharks of San Franscisco Bay Area Around 11 species of Sharks […]

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

Is everyone from Louisiana Creole?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The word is not a racial label, and people of fully European descent, fully African descent, or of any mixture therein (including Native American admixture) may be Creole. Are all Creoles from Louisiana? Today, common understanding holds that Cajuns are white and Creoles are Black or mixed race; Creoles are from New Orleans, while Cajuns […]

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Is everything free in Finland?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Yes, you can! If you are a citizen of a country in the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) countries, or Switzerland, you can study in Finland for free – you do not have to pay any tuition fees. If you are not from the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, you count as an […]

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Is ORFI marriage legal in Egypt?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

In Egypt, Marriage is of two kinds: #1-ORFI… This contract is, in fact, a “Civil marriage or Common law Marriage known in Egypt as Orfi Marriage. It is a Legal Binding Contract, and so should be written up and discussed at a Trusted Lawyers Office, and requires Only Id, and 2 Witnesses. Can a man […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

How does Copenhagen use energy efficiency?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The two major combined heat and power (CHP) stations that serve Copenhagen, Amager and Avedøre, largely burn coal. But because waste heat from the stations is sent to the district heating system, they operate at around 90 percent efficiency, compared to around 40 percent for conventional coal-fired power plants. How does Copenhagen get their energy? […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Copenhagen, Denmark

How much Spam does Hawaii eat?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Hawaiians like Spam so much, they consume an estimated 5 million pounds of it a year. Per capita, they consume more than anyone else in the U.S. That works out to about six cans a year for every man, woman and child, which is just a little eyebrow-raising, given the sodium and fat content of […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

How much does a couple need to retire in Panama?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Panama offers a very comfortable retirement for less. A couple can retire very well in Panama City for approx. $1,765 to $2,890 while a single person could retire and live close to the beach in Pedasi for between $1,391 to $2,209. How much money do you need to retire comfortably in Panama? Average Cost to […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What makes Bhutan special?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Bhutan is the first country in the world with specific constitutional obligations on its people to protect the environment.Bhutan is the only nation in the world where the sale of tobacco is banned. 4. At 24,840 feet, Gangkhar Puensum is the highest point in Bhutan—and the highest unclimbed mountain in the world. Why is Bhutan […]

Filed Under: Asia

Do I need a 4×4 in Namibia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

A question most people ask is “do I need a 4×4 for Namibia?”. Technically, no. The road system in Namibia, save for the most remote locations, is comprised of well maintained tarred or gravel roads and most of the main tourist sites can be reached without a 4×4 specifically (but something robust is recommended). Do […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Who built seven cities of Delhi?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

It was Alauddin Khilji, who decided to put an end to this situation, when he built the second of the seven cities of Delhi in 1303. According to a popular legend, the name of this city fort was called Siri, which is derived from the word ‘Sir’ (which means head). Who built the city of […]

Filed Under: India

Is Malaysia the best country in the world?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

World’s Top Peaceful and Prosperous Country Malaysia is among the top 25 Most Peaceful Country, currently ranked 20th in the 2020 Global Peace Index by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP). What is the number 1 country in the world? CanadaFor the first time, Canada takes the top overall spot as the number one […]

Filed Under: Asia

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