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Is Armadillo The Texas state animal?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The armadillo was adopted as the Texas small state mammal on June 16, 1995.Support for the longhorn and armadillo was equally divided so the state decided to create a designation for small state mammal and large state mammal. What is the state animal of Texas? armadilloThe longhorn became the large mammal symbol of Texas in […]

Filed Under: United States

Are Ottawa people friendly?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Ottawa is mostly a very safe and friendly city. I’ve never felt scared anywhere in Ottawa and have lived here most of my life. It’s not as multicultural as Toronto (no where is) but it is certainly an city of equality (at least in my experience). The east is very French, the west much more […]

Filed Under: Canada

What is the most common crime in Melbourne?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

As of September 2018 the CBD of Melbourne had the highest rate of overall criminal incidents in the state (15,949.9), followed by Latrobe (12,896.1) and Yarra (11,119.2).Crime in Victoria. Victoria Homicide 3.3 Rape 219.4 Robbery 48.0 Property crimes What is the most common type of crime in Australia? Principal offence type Assault was the most […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Is Nigeria bigger than South Africa?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

South Africa is about 1.3 times bigger than Nigeria. Nigeria is approximately 923,768 sq km, while South Africa is approximately 1,219,090 sq km, making South Africa 32% larger than Nigeria. Is Nigeria richer than South Africa? Richest African Countries by GDP Nigeria – $514.05 billion. Egypt – $394.28 billion. South Africa – $329.53 billion. Is […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

What kind of shark is in South Padre Island?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

San Antonio man reels in 12-foot hammerhead shark along Padre Island National Seashore. What kind of sharks are at South Padre Island? Mesquite flats are only about a mile and a half out from shore. Lemon, nurse, and bull sharks have also been spotted, and lately one particular species has made their way into the […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: South Padre Island, Texas

Does Texas have coal mines?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Though it’s famous for its oil and gas production, Texas is actually the nation’s seventh-largest producer of coal, with 29 surface strip mines across the state that employ more than 1,600 people. Is there coal mining in Texas? The state’s 12 active coal mines produced 25 million tons of coal in 2018, down nearly 30 […]

Filed Under: United States

Where does Brazil mainly export to?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Exports The top exports of Brazil are Soybeans ($26.1B), Crude Petroleum ($24.3B), Iron Ore ($23B), Corn ($7.39B), and Sulfate Chemical Woodpulp ($7.35B), exporting mostly to China ($63.5B), United States ($30.5B), Argentina ($9.85B), Netherlands ($9.13B), and Japan ($5.58B). What is Brazil’s major export? Brazil mainly exports soy beans (11.6%), petroleum oils (10.7%), iron ores (10.1%), maize […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Which suburb in Sydney has the highest population?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Blacktown. As of 2020, Blacktown is the Sydney suburb with the highest overall population, with approximately 47,500 residents. What Sydney suburb has the largest growth? Sydney’s 10 best suburbs for high capital growth Bardwell Park. Bardwell Park is located 12 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD and sports easy access to the eastern suburbs, inner […]

Filed Under: Australasia

How do you tip in Turks and Caicos?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Tipping in the Turks and Caicos is similar to the tipping customs in the USA. Always check your bill and look for an automatic service charge which could be 10-15%. If a service charge has been added you can choose to leave an additional amount, up to 20% is the recommended total amount. Do you […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Is Maui really beautiful?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

With spots like Oahu’s North Shore and the Na Pali Coast, you’d be hard-pressed to find fault with the state’s natural beauty. But Maui is the archipelago’s crown jewel.The ridiculously picturesque Hana Highway winds all the way down the Northeast coast of Maui. Why is Maui so beautiful? Maui is also famous for its glorious […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii, Maui

Why does Edinburgh have an underground city?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

During the 17th century, Edinburgh’s Old Town was suffering from major overcrowding. The walls which had been built around the edge of the city to protect its residents meant there was no space for it to expand outwards. Does Edinburgh have an underground city? Hidden beneath the streets and bridges of Edinburgh, are several underground […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Edinburgh, Scotland

What are the opportunities in Mumbai?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Rural to urban migration in Mumbai People move to Mumbai because the city has lots of pull factors . People think that the city will provide lots of opportunities such as: social – better housing and services, eg healthcare and education. economic – more jobs and higher wages. What are some of the opportunities in […]

Filed Under: India Tagged With: Maharashtra, Mumbai

Do they have Internet in Cuba?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

As of December 6, 2018, Cubans can have full mobile Internet access provided by Cuba’s telecommunications company, ETECSA, at 3G speeds.One network link connects to the global Internet and is used by government officials and tourists, while another connection for use by the general public has restricted content. Is the internet illegal in Cuba? As […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

What is the traditional dress for men in Bhutan?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The traditional dress for men is the gho, a knee-length robe tied with a handwoven belt, known as kera. Under the gho, men wear a tego, a white jacket with long, folded-back cuffs. What is the traditional clothing of Bhutan? The basics for women and girls are a wonju, or blouse; an ankle-length kira, or […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is there Anatolia in Turkey?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Anatolia, Turkish Anadolu, also called Asia Minor, the peninsula of land that today constitutes the Asian portion of Turkey. Where is Anatolia located in Turkey? AsiaAnatolia, or Asia Minor Turkish Anadolu, Peninsula forming the western extremity of Asia. It is bounded by the Black Sea to the north, the Mediterranean Sea to the south, and […]

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