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Can a building be taller than the Washington Monument?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

There’s a popular conception about why the buildings are so low: that a law says they either can’t be taller than the Capitol or the Washington Monument. But that’s a myth. In reality, the height limit has to do with the building height-street width relationship. Why can no other building be taller than the Washington […]

Filed Under: United States

Are there Chicago suburbs in Indiana?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

When you think of the Chicago suburbs you no-doubt think about a handful of Illinois towns just outside of the city.The Chicago suburbs are massive — and span three states: Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana. Is any part of Chicago in Indiana? East Chicago is a city in Lake County, Indiana, United States. The population was […]

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Is Guatemala a high risk country for TB?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Tuberculosis is highly endemic in Guatemala. What country has the highest risk of TB? In 2020, the 30 high TB burden countries accounted for 86% of new TB cases. Eight countries account for two thirds of the total, with India leading the count, followed by China, Indonesia, the Philippines, Pakistan, Nigeria, Bangladesh and South Africa. […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How long can a US citizen stay in Curacao?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

U.S. citizens are allowed to stay in Curaçao without a visa or permit for a maximum consecutive period of six months each calendar year. If you want to stay longer than 180 days, or if you want to work, you must apply for a residence permit. How long can you live in Curaçao? Curaçao – […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Who has jurisdiction over the Galapagos Islands?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Ecuador. Ecuador and the Galapagos Ecuador annexed the islands in 1832, shortly after its independence and three years before Darwin’s famous Beagle voyage. The country is the closest landmass to the islands, though still lies over 600 miles to the east. What country has jurisdiction over the Galapagos? Ecuador annexed the Galapagos islands on February […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Ecuador, Galapagos

How much is a trip to Florida right now?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The average price of a 7-day trip to Florida is $1,209 for a solo traveler, $1,764 for a couple, and $3,918 for a family of 4. Florida hotels range from $67 to $328 per night with an average of $109, while most vacation rentals will cost $200 to $560 per night for the entire home. […]

Filed Under: United States

Has Minnesota got snow in June?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

For Minnesota, the first four days of June have historically brought a number of occasions with snow flurries — and even some measurable snowfalls. The latest June snow was of June 4, 1935, at Mizpah in Koochiching County, when 1.5 inches was recorded by the observer there. Has Mn ever had snow in June? As […]

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How much money do I need to go to Georgia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

How much money will you need for your trip to Georgia? You should plan to spend around GEL70 ($22) per day on your vacation in Georgia, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Is Georgia cheap to visit? Georgia is an underrated backpacker’s destination. Not only is it the […]

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Is the ocean warm in Oregon?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Sea water temperature throughout Oregon is not yet warm enough for swimming and does not exceed 68°F. The warmest ocean temperature in Oregon today is 53.2°F (in Bandon), and the coldest sea temperature is 38.5°F (Malheur Lake). How warm is the water on the Oregon coast? The ocean on this coast is always freezing cold: […]

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Who has better BBQ Nashville or Memphis?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Now, Southern Living magazine gives Memphis its latest kick in the shorts. The magazine (and many, many others) called Memphis “the barbecue capital,” but Southern Living picked Nashville’s Peg Leg Porker as “Tennessee’s best BBQ joint.” Is BBQ better in Memphis or Nashville? Nashville, while much newer to the game, has more consistently delicious, smoky […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Nashville, Tennessee

Why are there so many Filipino in Hawaii?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Filipinos are the fastest growing ethnic minority in Hawaii, due to continuous immigration from the Philippines and high birth rates in the Filipino community. About 3,500 immigrants from the Philippines, mostly children, come to Hawaii every year. Why did Filipino immigrants come to Hawaii? Poor economic conditions and a string of natural disasters in the […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

Which is smallest district of Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Bhaktapur district. Bhaktapur district located in the eastern part of Kathmandu valley, is the smallest district among the seventy-seven districts of Nepal. It is part of Bagmati Province. What is the smallest district of Nepal by area? Bhaktapur DistrictListen (help·info); Nepal Bhasa : ख्वप देश (जिल्ला) located in the eastern part of Kathmandu valley, is […]

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How much is it to send a package to Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Country Conditions for Mailing – Costa Rica Weight not over (lbs.) Parcel Post Rate 1 $14.75 2 16.35 3 18.20 4 20.30 Does USPS ship to Costa Rica? Shipping from the USA to Costa Rica When sending small items from the USA to Costa Rica, you can use the United States Postal Service (USPS). Based […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

When did Trinidad break off from South America?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Trinidad and Tobago Republic of Trinidad and Tobago • Independence from the United Kingdom 31 August 1962 • Treaty of Chaguaramas 1 August 1973 • Republic 1 August 1976 (celebrated 24 September) Area Why is Trinidad and Tobago not part of South America? The island is 42 kilometers long and 13 kilometers wide, with a […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Why is it so cheap to live in Florida?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Florida has a lot of land, has low wages, and maintains a lower cost of living than in other places but from a local perspective, home prices are very high and the property taxes reflect this. One of the factors that occurred is that the tax rate on homes in some cases doubled or tripled. […]

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