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Should I go to Bahamas or Aruba?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

–Aruba weather is more reliable, although Bahamas weather was gorgeous (when we went, both times in May). Depends what time of year you are planning. -Bahamas had better nightlife, more people near our age group. -Beaches at both were bea Why you shouldn’t go to the Bahamas? Violent crime is extremely common in the Bahamas. […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Are there sea snakes in Bermuda?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Ian Walker, curator at Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo, said: “The majority of reported sea snakes in Bermuda are either American eels or some variations of morays.The tourist, a U.S. police officer, took a photograph of the ‘snake’. What kind of snakes are in Bermuda? There are no snakes in Bermuda. Can a sea snake […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Where do most Gujaratis live in America?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The highest concentration of the Gujarati American population by a significant margin, with over 100,000 Gujarati individuals, is in the New York City Metropolitan Area, notably in the growing Gujarati diasporic center of India Square, or Little Gujarat, in Jersey City, New Jersey, and Edison in Middlesex County in How many Gujaratis live in USA? […]

Filed Under: India

Does venmo work in Portugal?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Venmo does not work internationally, as users must be physically located in the United States to complete transactions on the app. You’ll also need to have a US bank account to set up a Venmo account, and if you plan on getting the Venmo credit card, you’ll need to have a Social Security Number, too. […]

Filed Under: Europe

Is there a cover charge for Nashville bars?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

There are no cover charges but BRING CASH to fill the tip buckets for the hard working musicians who are going to entertain you all night long. Give them some love! If you tip them a $20 they’ll play just about any song you want (within reason). How do you get to the hidden bar […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Nashville, Tennessee

How poor is Venezuela now?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

More than 75 percent of Venezuelans now living in extreme poverty.The 2020-2021 National Survey of Living Conditions found that the percentage of Venezuelans living in extreme poverty rose by nearly 10 percentage points from last year, the wire service noted, from 67.7 percent last year to 76.6 percent this year. Is Venezuela a poor country […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What is Oklahoma’s state veggie?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

watermelon. The watermelon has been Oklahoma’s state vegetable — not fruit — for nearly a decade. What is Oklahoma’s state vegetable? WatermelonOklahoma State Vegetable| Watermelon. What is the official fruit of Oklahoma? strawberryThe bill passed, naming the strawberry the official state fruit (25 OS § 98.10). When did watermelon become the state vegetable of Oklahoma? […]

Filed Under: United States

What causes air pollution in Delhi?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The main sources of air pollution in Delhi include vehicle exhaust, heavy industry such as power generation, small-scale industries like brick kilns, suspended dust on the roads due to vehicle movement and construction activities, open waste burning, combustion of fuels for cooking, lighting, and heating, and in-situ Why is Delhi pollution so high? The city […]

Filed Under: India

Was Croatia known by another name?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Historical Backgound.Following the defeat and dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in 1918, the southern Slav people formed a new kingdom which included historic Croatian lands. It was known as the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes. In 1929, the name of this new nation was changed to Yugoslavia. Did Croatia have a different name? The […]

Filed Under: Europe

How is Wyoming’s economy?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Wyoming’s economy is heavily tied to mining and agriculture (primarily the marketing of beef cattle and sheep). The state also has an important and growing tourist industry, serving millions of visitors to the state’s parks and historic sites. Manufacturing is of only minor importance. Does Wyoming have a good economy? WYOMING — According to a […]

Filed Under: United States

When was Greece at its peak?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Greece was home to a rich civilization that reached its peak between 500 BC and 300 BC. Its people lived by farming, fishing, crafts, and trading. They built 300 CITY-STATES and settled in colonies. In 146 BC, Greece was conquered by Rome, but many aspects of Greek culture still shape our world. When was Greece […]

Filed Under: Europe

What is the coldest town in New Zealand?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Ophir, in the south of New Zealand, is a tiny town which held the record for the country’s lowest temperature. On July 3rd, 1995, a low of -21.6C broke the previous record, also held by Ophir (since then the records have been revised – see update below). What part of New Zealand is cold? The […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Do Singaporeans have accents?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Singaporean accent has always been a distinctive feature of Singapore English speakers and I am not talking about Singlish here. In recent years however, I have noticed that some Singaporeans are speaking English with a somewhat “foreign” accent.“Are your parents Singaporean?” Yes, he said. Why do Singaporeans have a weird accent? The Singaporean accent […]

Filed Under: Asia

Are there Ubers in Cancun?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

There IS Uber in Cancun, and it’s entirely possible to hail an Uber using the app. However, it’s not always straightforward, as Uber drivers still face a lot of issues from the local taxi companies. How do you get around in Cancun? The best way to get around Cancún is the bus, which stops frequently […]

Filed Under: Mexico

Is a PhD from Oxford worth it?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

An Oxford DPhil (PhD) can be a fantastic boost to your career if you are smart and pro-active in how you use your time. You will need to be smart and strategic in how you use your time at Oxford to make your DPhil count. More people are doing PhDs than previously, so you will […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: England, Oxford

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