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Can you visit a potato farm in Idaho?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

It was really fun learning all about how potatoes are grown during an Idaho potato farm tour this fall. Most Americans like their potatoes baked—my favorite way to enjoy these tubers, too.I started my farm tour in Idaho Falls, Idaho—a prime growing region for potatoes. Can you stay in a potato in Idaho? You recycle […]

Filed Under: United States

Does it ever snow in Santiago Chile?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Although rare, snow is not unheard of in Santiago. Last year, the city was hit by the worst snowstorm in almost 50 years. Most of the city was covered by only 5cm of snow, but some parts of the region were left floundering under a thick blanket 40cm deep. At least one person was killed […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Why is Vietnamese so difficult?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Vietnamese. Why it’s hard: Vietnamese is a tonal language with six different tones that dictate the meaning of a word. The high number of vowel sounds also prove difficult for English speakers to nail down. Is Vietnamese more difficult than Chinese? Each Chinese character has meaning and a Chinese word is made up of many […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is Pittsburgh safer than New York?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Pittsburgh is a wonderful choice not only for pursuing an education but also for living. The region offers a cost of living lower than that of other major cities like Boston, San Francisco, and New York. Our city is also much safer than cities like Atlanta, Baltimore, and Phoenix. Is Pittsburgh the safest city? PITTSBURGH […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh

Is New Orleans safe to walk at night?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Walking in New Orleans at night is fairly safe, as long as it’s in busy neighborhoods. Avoid sketchy areas or dark side streets that literally scream “danger”. If possible stick with a group after dark. Is it safe to walk around French Quarter at night? Re: Safe to walk in the French quarter at night […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Louisiana, New Orleans

How big is LA compared to San Diego?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

People Los Angeles, CA San Diego, CA Land Area 468.7 325.6 Water Area 34.1 46.8 space Est. Total Population By Age Is San Diego bigger than Los Angeles? Both are big cities but Los Angeles definitely dwarfs SD. Los Angeles is home to an astounding 4 million people, the second-largest city in the US, with […]

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

Has Pakistan ever won a Test match in Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Only Test at National Stadium, Karachi – Oct 11-17, 1956, Pakistan won by 9 wickets (Aus 80 and 187; Pak 199 and 69/1).1st Test at Adelaide Oval – Dec 22-27, 1972, Australia won by an innings and 114 runs (Pakistan 257 and 214; Australia 585). When was the last time Pakistan won a Test series […]

Filed Under: Australasia

How did New Zealand separate from Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

On 1 July 1841 the islands of New Zealand were separated from the Colony of New South Wales and made a colony in their own right. This ended more than 50 years of confusion over the relationship between the islands and the Australian colony. Why did New Zealand and Australia separate? New Zealand was separated […]

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Who is favored in the Tennessee Kentucky game?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Kickoff at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky., is set for 7 p.m. ET. Caesars Sportsbook lists the Vols as one-point favorites in the latest Kentucky vs. Tennessee odds. The over-under for total points is set at 57. What was the spread on the Kentucky game? -12Kentucky vs. Ohio spread: Kentucky -12. Kentucky vs. Ohio over-under: […]

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Can I buy a car in Mexico with a credit card?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

In order to buy a new car at a dealership, you will need to have with you your passport (or a copy of the page showing your name, citizenship, etc.), Temporary or Permanent Visa card, proof of your Mexican address (such as the always-valuable electric bill from CFE) and driver’s license. Do car dealers accept […]

Filed Under: Mexico

Is Srinagar India or Pakistan?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Srinagar Srinagar Sirinagar Country India Union Territory Jammu and Kashmir District Srinagar Government Is Srinagar a part of India? Srinagar, city, summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir union territory (Jammu is the winter capital), northern India, situated in the Kashmir region of the Indian subcontinent. The city lies along the banks of the Jhelum River […]

Filed Under: India Tagged With: Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar

What do we call the glossy clay jar of Malaysia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Black, glossy Labu Sayong is gourd-shaped jars crafted out of fine clay. It is the forefather of the ceramic industry in Malaysia. Is pottery famous in Malaysia? Sayung pottery in Kuala Kangsar, in the Perak State, is famous for its black-coloured gourd-shaped jars called ‘labu’. Often unglazed, Malay pottery can be divided into four types. […]

Filed Under: Asia

When did Serbia gain independence?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

1878. The success of the Serbian revolution against Ottoman rule in 1817 marked the birth of the Principality of Serbia, which achieved de facto independence in 1867 and finally gained recognition by the Great Powers in the Berlin Congress of 1878. Who did Serbia gain independence from? the Ottoman EmpireSerbia, which had won independence from […]

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Is Oxford the same as Oxfordshire?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Oxford, city (district), administrative and historic county of Oxfordshire, England. It is best known as the home of the University of Oxford. Is Oxford a county? Oxfordshire, administrative and historic county of south-central England. It is bounded to the north by Warwickshire and Northamptonshire, to the west by Gloucestershire, to the south by Berkshire, and […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: England, Oxford

Are there hardwoods in Colorado?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Our Hardwoods are produced from trees harvested in the northern Colorado area. Occasionally, we are able to access materials from other areas of the country. Where can hardwood trees be found? Hardwood trees take a long time to grow, around 60 years (sometimes up to 100). This means that they are rarely planted and very […]

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