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Does the US consider Taiwan part of China?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

In the Joint Communiqué, the United States recognized the Government of the People’s Republic of China as the sole legal government of China, acknowledging the Chinese position that there is but one China and Taiwan is part of China. When did the US recognize Taiwan as part of China? 1979The United States maintained Taiwan’s recognition […]

Filed Under: Asia

Does Charleston have a rainy season?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The hottest season / summer is in May, June, July, August and September. Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in July, August and September. What is the rainiest month in Charleston South Carolina? AugustThe driest month in Charleston Ap is November with 2.66 inches of precipitation, and with 6.91 inches August is the wettest month. […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Charleston, South Carolina

Is Icelandic water really from Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Is Icelandic Glacial water really from Iceland? Yes! Our water comes from the Ölfus Spring on the southwest coast of Iceland. Is Icelandic water legit? Iceland’s water is so clean that drinking from the taps alone doesn’t even cover it; more often than not, it is completely safe to drink from the country’s streams and […]

Filed Under: Europe

Is Hawaii an American state?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The modern United States receives its crowning star when President Dwight D. Eisenhower signs a proclamation admitting Hawaii into the Union as the 50th state. Why is Hawaii a U.S. state? In 1898, a wave of nationalism was caused by the Spanish-American War. Because of these nationalistic views, President William McKinley annexed Hawaii from the […]

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What is the average age in Singapore?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

42.2 years. The median age in Singapore is 42.2 years. How many people are over 70 in Singapore? Population of Singapore as of June 2021, by age group (in 1,000s) Age group in years Population in thousands 55 – 59 298.23 60 – 64 282.61 65 – 69 235.39 70 – 74 181.33 What age […]

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Did Mexico fight in ww2?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Mexico became an active belligerent in World War II in 1942 after Germany sank two of its tankers. The Mexican foreign secretary, Ezequiel Padilla, took the lead in urging other Latin American countries to support the Allies as well. What did Mexico do during World war 2? In addition, thousands of Mexican nationals living in […]

Filed Under: Mexico

Who is the most beautiful girl in the South India?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Top 10 Most Beautiful South Indian Actresses Samantha Akkineni. Samantha is of mixed origin; as her mother Ninette is from Kerala, while her father Joseph hails from Andhra Pradesh. Trisha Krishnan. Rakul Preet Singh. Nayanthara. Kajal Aggarwal. Shriya Saran. Ileana D’Cruz. Taapsee Pannu. Who is the most beautiful girl in South India 2020? Top 15 […]

Filed Under: India

Who ruled Brazil for 50 years?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Pedro II. Pedro II, original name Dom Pedro de Alcântara, (born Dec. 2, 1825, Rio de Janeiro, Braz. —died Dec. 5, 1891, Paris, France), second and last emperor of Brazil (1831–89), whose benevolent and popular reign lasted nearly 50 years. Who ruled Brazil for 58 years? Dom Pedro II, nicknamed “the Magnanimous”, was the second […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is it hard to live in Korea as a foreigner?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

While the South Korean housing market is competitive, expats will not have too hard of a time finding a place to live. On the contrary, foreigners can easily find housing in Korea within their first month (or even their first week) of arrival. Is Korea a good place to live for foreigners? “Korea is a […]

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Where does the Trinidad accent come from?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Trinidadian English was initially based on a standard of British English, including having a non-rhotic accent. In the Americas, TE now uses many Americanisms, including apartment and trunk (of a car). What is the dialect of Trinidad? Trinidadian Creole is a creole language commonly spoken throughout the island of Trinidad in Trinidad and Tobago. It […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Is the east coast of Florida colder than the west coast?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The west coast of Florida gets much hotter than the east coast. At least, it did back when I lived in Florida, but that’s more than 11 years ago. The Western coast (aka ‘the Gulf coast, or the Suncoast) has fewer hurricanes. Which coast is warmer in Florida? If you are going to Florida in […]

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How close can you hunt to a house in Oklahoma?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

No person may hunt, pursue game or discharge firearms within four hundred and forty (440) yards of any church, schoolhouse, or other public place where people may assemble, so as to disturb such assemblage. B. How close to residential Can you hunt? Safety Zones: It is unlawful to hunt for, shoot at, trap, take, chase […]

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What year did Japan invade Indonesia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

1942. When Showa Japan invaded the East Indies in 1942 rebellious groups began to compete for the goodwill of the new colonial masters. When did Japan take over Indonesia? March 1942The Japanese Empire occupied the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) during World War II from March 1942 until after the end of the war in […]

Filed Under: Asia

How much money did Switzerland make during ww2?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Swiss officials have maintained that wartime Switzerland dealt evenhandedly with the Third Reich and the Allies. According to Mr. Cerutti, however, Switzerland’s wartime arms sales amounted to some 900 million francs between 1940 and 1944, when the trade was halted under pressure from the Allies. Did Switzerland benefit from ww2? World War II – Swiss […]

Filed Under: Europe

Is Japanese school harder than American school?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Japanese students study very hard in high school, so they can pass the entrance exams to get into a reputable national or private university.This is the opposite of many American universities where the entrance is easy but graduation is difficult. Is school hard in Japan? Since there are no consequences for failure, not very. The […]

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