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Should I visit Maldives in August?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

August is one of the wettest months of the year but you’ll still get lots of sun at this time. You’ll have less rain if you’re in the north due to the south westerly monsoon winds, while winds are stronger in the wet season in general. There’s also higher humidity in August however it’s still […]

Filed Under: Asia

Who was the last American to leave Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Sgt. Max Beilke. Retired Army Master Sgt. Max Beilke was the last American soldier to leave Vietnam. He and 124 others were killed Sept. 11, 2001 when a Boeing 757 flew into The Pentagon. When were the last American troops pulled out of Vietnam? On April 30, 1975, the last few Americans still in South […]

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Can you drive on the beach in Tampa?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

There is two-way traffic: You can drive in either direction. Park perpendicular to the beach, but don’t go beyond the posts into soft sand. Parking near Ponce Inlet on the New Smyrna side is limited, and soft sand plays havoc as people try to double park. Park a little further south and avoid the congestion. […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Tampa

Did Native Americans get drafted in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Throughout the Vietnam Era, American Indians enlisted in the military to the tune of more than 42,000 – 90 percent of them were volunteers, with the others serving trough draft selection. After Vietnam, Natives have continued to serve in high numbers. Did Native Americans fight in the Vietnam War? With that said, as in previous […]

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How long does it take to fly from Brazil to China?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Flying time from Sao Paulo, Brazil to Shanghai, China The total flight duration from Sao Paulo, Brazil to Shanghai, China is 23 hours, 35 minutes. Can you fly from Brazil to China? Am I allowed to travel from Brazil to China? No, entry into China from Brazil is currently restricted. How long is a nonstop […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What is the Delaware symbol?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Delaware State Symbols, Songs, and Emblems Designation Symbol / Emblem Adopted Dog Golden Retriever 2016 Flag Find our more… 1913 Fish Weakfish (Genus Cynoscion) 1981 Floral Emblem Peach Blossom (Prunus persica) 1895 What does the symbols mean on the Delaware flag? On the stripes are a sheaf of wheat, an ear of corn, and an […]

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Who is sapphire in Jersey Shore?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Ronnie Ortiz-Magro introduced his new girlfriend Saffire Matos to his roommates on Thursday’s episode of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation on MTV. The 35-year-old reality star went out to meet Saffire, aka ‘Saffabear’, as she joined the group trip to the Poconos during the season four episode titled Guido Mania 2. What does Saffire Matos do […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Jersey Shore, New Jersey

How do blueberries grow in Wisconsin?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

If you want a successful blueberry crop, you’re going to need about six or eight hours of sun (each day). To grow your blueberries in a trench system, Pandian recommends digging a bed of about 4 feet by 6 feet. And because blueberries are shallow-rooted plants, the bed only needs to be about 10 inches […]

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Why is Delaware called the Diamond State?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

OTHER NICKNAMES: “The Diamond State”: Thomas Jefferson gave this nickname to Delaware, according to legend, because he described Delaware as a “jewel” among states due to its strategic location on the Eastern Seaboard. Why is Delaware known as Diamond State? The “Diamond State” — a nickname given by Thomas Jefferson because he described Delaware as […]

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Why is Washington State gem petrified wood?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The kind of petrified wood usually found in Washington is formed when wood submerged in water was covered by lava flows. Without oxygen, the wood didn’t rot, and the water prevented the wood from burning. Usually, abundant silica in the lava then replaced the wood over time with agate, opal and quartz. What gemstones can […]

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Is public affection common in Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

In Japan, you’re not likely to see too much public smooching going on. As well as being reserved and modest by nature, most Japanese people also believe that drawing attention to oneself in public is bad manners. Do Japanese show affection in public? Coming out helped us to throw away our fear of public displays […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is Gujarat the best state?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Gujarat was categorised as the best performer among all states and Delhi, barring north-eastern states and other UTs. Among all the north-eastern states except Assam and all UTs except Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands has emerged as the best performer. Why Gujarat is the best state? The report says that Gujarat is one of the […]

Filed Under: India

How big is Taiwan army?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Taiwanese military is made up of 290,000 personnel: 130,000 in the Army; 45,000 in the Navy and Marine Corps; and 80,000 in the Air Force. Does Taiwan have strong military? Grant Newsham, a retired U.S. Marines colonel who spent 2019 in Taiwan studying the island’s defenses, said Taiwan has a solid core of well-trained […]

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Are there Antelope in Arizona?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Antelope Range In Arizona. The habitat of the Arizona Pronghorn Antelope are prairies and grasslands and are most abundant in the North Central plains of the state.They also inhabit the high elevation meadows between forested areas in East Central areas of Arizona. Do they have antelope in Arizona? Today, approximately 10,000 American pronghorn are found […]

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When did Colorado get snow in June?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

According to the NWS, the latest date of last snowfall in Denver is June 12, a record that was set when a trace of snow fell on the date in 1947. The measurable snow in Denver occurred on June 2, set when 0.3 of an inch of snow fell back in 1951. When was the […]

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