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How many Lebanese live in Sydney?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The 2016 census reported 76,450 Lebanese-born people in Australia, with nearly 66,000 of those resident in Greater Sydney. Why are there Lebanese in Australia? The earliest Lebanese immigrants to Australia settled in New South Wales in the late nineteenth century, escaping economic hardship and religious and political persecution under the Ottoman Empire. Victoria began to […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Is Rio the largest city in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Most populated cities in Brazil in 2021 (in million inhabitants) Characteristic Inhabitants in millions São Paulo 12.4 Rio de Janeiro 6.78 Brasília 3.09 Salvador 2.9 What is the largest city of Brazil? São PauloSão Paulo, in the state of São Paulo, is the chief industrial city of Latin America and the largest city in Brazil. […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is Tucson water hard or soft?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

In Tucson, our groundwater is naturally hard. The increased hardness levels come primarily from mixing our area’s hard groundwater with Central Arizona Project (CAP) water. As the percentage of CAP water increases, the hardness level will increase. Hard water is safe to drink and is not a health risk. How hard is the water in […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Arizona, Tucson

Which is the major mountain in Odisha?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Deomali. The highest mountain Peak of Odisha Deomali 1762 mt. high nestling in the lap of the Eastern Ghats is an idealic for Aero Gliding and trekking expeditions. Which is largest mountain in Odisha? Deomali PeakDeomali Peak, with an elevation of about 1,672 m, is the highest peak in Orissa and the tallest in the […]

Filed Under: India

What role has Australia played as part of the UN?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Australia has been integrally involved in global efforts to build and restore peace for over 70 years. We have provided personnel to 62 UN and other multilateral peace and security operations since 1947. We remain a strong supporter of UN peacekeeping and are currently the 11th largest financial contributor. How was Australia involved in the […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Why is it called a Glasgow smile?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The practice originated in Glasgow in the 1920s and 1930s among street crooks. Gangs would often use it to on others as a warning not to mess with them. Cut throat razors would commonly be used to create the smile. Is a Glasgow smile real? A Glasgow smile (also known as a Chelsea smile, or […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Glasgow, Scotland

What was the first Caribbean country?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Haiti. The first Caribbean country to gain its independence was Haiti in 1804, and it was followed by the Dominican Republic in 1844 and Cuba in 1902. What is the oldest country in the Caribbean? Trinidad was first settled by pre-agricultural Archaic people at least 7,000 years ago, making it the earliest settled part of […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

What is the life expectancy in Tennessee?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

75.5 years. Tennessee has been consistently at the bottom of the states with short life expectancy at birth in the United States. In 2010, Tennessee had the 8th shortest life expectancy at birth among the 50 states and Washington DC (TN.gov). In 2018, the Tennessee life expectancy at birth was 75.5 years (CDC). What state […]

Filed Under: United States

What is the longest day in Wisconsin?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Friday, June 21 is the summer solstice, the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere, when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky. In Milwaukee, the sun will rise at 5:12 a.m. and set at 8:34 p.m. — that’s more than 15 hours of daylight. How long is the shortest day […]

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Did Belgium invent french fries?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Despite its name and popularity, the French fries are not French. The origins can be found in Belgium, where historians claim potatoes were being fried in the late-1600s.American soldiers were first introduced to the fries while they were stationed in Belgium during World War I. Who invented French fries? In winter, when the river froze, […]

Filed Under: Europe

Is Stockholm or Oslo better?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Stockholm has a better night-life, better cultural activities (museums, theaters, concerts) and the city itself is more beautiful with its Gamla Stan etc. Oslo, on the other hand, is more of an outdoorsy city. Just a short car-drive away you can find amazing skiing sites, and Norway’s nature is stunning. Is Oslo or Stockholm more […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Norway, Oslo

How do I get my first job in Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Tips on finding your first job in Australia Make it easy for employers to understand your resume. The first thing to do is to make it easy for employers. Talk in detail with recruitment agents. Practice Interview skills. Internship. Temp work. Meet the locals. Write down your goals. Can I get job in Australia without […]

Filed Under: Australasia

How many flavors of Spam are there in Hawaii?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

And although already available in a stunning array of varieties, the fine folks at Hormel went back into the lab to crank out a few more unique offerings that will soon be tested here in Hawaii and available in local grocery stores. Four flavors were announced: Pineapple, Maui Snow, Macadamia Nut, and Hawaiian Rainbow. How […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

How much do you need to live comfortably in Vermont?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Statewide, the average annual salary you need to live comfortably for a family of four is $94,045. The median household income for Vermont residents is around $60,000, meaning you may need to budget wisely to cover all your expenses. In 2021, Vermont’s minimum wage increased from $10.96 to $11.75 per hour. How much money do […]

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Why is Tokio not Tokyo?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The name Tokyo is represented by two characters in Japanese: 東京 and the syllables (some fussy linguists insist those be called morae) used to sound those out are four: とうきょう or to-u-k[yo]-u. Japanese is an isochronous language, meaning every syllable has to be expressed as a (roughly equivalent) duration in time; Is Tokio and Tokyo […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Japan, Tokyo

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