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What’s killing all the pine trees in Colorado?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Now, after marching across the state and killing millions of acres of pine forest, the burrowing, fungus-spreading mountain pine beetles are slowly losing steam. While other beetles have thrived in Colorado’s drought-ravaged mountains, the mountain pine beetles have reigned as the state’s most nefarious pest. What is killing pine trees in Colorado? The mountain pine […]

Filed Under: United States

What is Savannah Ga named after?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Savannah was named for the Savannah River, which probably derives from variant names for the Shawnee, a Native American people who migrated to the river in the 1680s. How did Savannah get its name? The town was named for the Savannah River, which took its name from an immigrant band of Shawnee Indians known as […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Georgia, Savannah

Is Glasgow always cold?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The sea temperature ranges between 7 °C (45 °F) and 15 °C (59 °F). So, it is cold all year round. Is it always cold in Glasgow? In Glasgow, the summers are cool; the winters are long, very cold, wet, and windy; and it is mostly cloudy year round. Over the course of the year, […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Glasgow, Scotland

How do you say quinoa in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

How do you pronounce quinoa in Quechua? Why is quinoa pronounced as ‘keen-wah‘? While some believed that the word ‘quinoa’ is Spanish in origin and thus incorrectly pronounced it as ‘keen-oh-wah’, the word originates from the Andean language of Quechua. In its native language, it is spelled as kinuwa and pronounced as ‘keen-u-wah’. How do […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Can a US citizen live in Croatia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Americans are allowed to purchase residential property in Croatia. With the purchase of a residential property, you are entitled to a temporary residence permit that will allow you to stay in Croatia for up to 6 months at a time with after which you must leave for 90 days. Can US citizens retire in Croatia? […]

Filed Under: Europe

What is considered Southeast San Diego?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Southeastern San Diego includes the neighborhoods of Sherman Heights, Logan Heights, Grant Hill, Memorial, Stockton, Mount Hope, Mountain View, Southcrest and Shelltown. Southeastern San Diego is a large urbanized and ethnically diverse community located adjacent to downtown San Diego. What are the boroughs of San Diego? Clairemont Mesa East. Clairemont Mesa West. North Clairemont. How […]

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

How do you get around Negril Jamaica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Getting around Negril: You can walk fairly safely around Negril. The most danger is the crazy traffic and narrow roads. Just exercise caution when walking along the side of the road especially on the narrow west end roads. You can also rent a scooter or pedal bicycle from local shops there. Is there Uber in […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Can you have fires on the beach in Maui?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Campfires on the beach are illegal. Can you do a bonfire on the beach in Hawaii? Bonfires are only allowed with approval from the Director of Health or the director’s designee.Please note that campfires and bonfires are illegal on all public beaches and parks, unless there is approval from the Department of Land and Natural […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii, Maui

Is Asheville Nice in December?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

An Asheville winter is extra special because unlike up North, Asheville in winter is much milder. Sure, you’ll see some gorgeous snow flurries and need to rock a winter coat, but you won’t have to shovel out your car. Is December a good time to visit Asheville? The best times to visit Asheville are from […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Asheville, North Carolina

Is Silly String illegal in Massachusetts?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

MARLBOROUGH, MA – Did you know that Silly String is illegal in the city of Marlborough? The “silly” rule was passed back in 1988 after some heinous behavior from young people at that year’s Labor Day parade, the Associated Press reported at the time of the incident. Is Silly String illegal? In Hollywood, using Silly […]

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Are Filipinos Native Hawaiians?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

But Filipinos have a proud heritage in the Philippines and in Hawaii — a heritage that often runs parallel to the experience of Kanaka Maoli.During that time, the Spanish East Indies (now the Philippines and Micronesia), the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and Malaya were considered part of “Greater Polynesia.” What race are native Filipinos? […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

Is Staten Island the same as Long Island?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Staten Island and Long Island are two islands that belong to the state of New York. Staten Island is the southmost part of the New York State while Long Island is the southeasternmost part of New York State. Which borough is Long Island in? borough of QueensLong Island City is a neighborhood in the borough […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Long Island, New York

Is Indonesia still a Dutch colony?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The Dutch East Indies (or Netherlands East-Indies; Dutch: Nederlands(ch)-Indië; Indonesian: Hindia Belanda) was a Dutch colony consisting of what is now Indonesia.Dutch East Indies. Dutch East Indies Nederlandsch-Indië (Dutch) Hindia-Belanda (Indonesian) Capital-in-exile Melbourne (1942–1944) Brisbane (1944–1945) Largest city Soerabaja When did the Dutch leave Indonesia? In December 1949, after four years of military and diplomatic […]

Filed Under: Asia

Why is Greenland colder than Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Well, it’s partly due to changing climates. At the time that Iceland and Greenland were settled by the Norse People (Vikings), Greenland was much warmer than it is today. Over a thousand years later, Greenland is now colder whereas Iceland is milder. It is also because of an ancient marketing ploy! Why is Iceland so […]

Filed Under: Europe

Do you tip in Israel?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

A regular tip for a waiter in Israel is 12%.Good service is usually tipped at 15%. In a bar, you should usually leave a tip of a few shekels. This of course depends on what you are ordering. What are the do’s and don’ts in Israel? The Do’s and Don’ts of Israeli Culture Do interact […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

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