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Can a US citizen buy property in Baja California?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Foreigners can own property anywhere in Mexico. Recent changes to Mexican laws now permit foreign ownership of Mexican Real Estate.A Fideicomiso is a bank trust that holds title to a property in the Restricted Zone with the foreigner as the beneficiary. Can I buy a house in Baja Mexico? Yes, foreigners (non-Mexican citizens) can safely […]

Filed Under: United States

Is there a bridge to Vancouver Island?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

There are no fixed bridges in existence today that would meet the conditions present in Georgia Strait. Prince Edward Island’s $1-billion (1997 dollars) Confederation Bridge is only 12.9 km long and is set in water 35 m deep with a rock bottom. Can you get to Vancouver Island by car? The best way to travel […]

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How much has rent increased Idaho?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

In February, we told you about how Boise rents increased faster than anywhere in the US in the past year. At that time, according to an ApartmentList.com study, Rent in Boise jumped 12.4% from January 2020 to January 2021. Now, the latest data shows rent in Boise is up 39 percent since March 2020. Does […]

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Are Icelandic surnames gendered?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Alþingi passed the Gender Autonomy Act last week. Per this new law, Icelandic names will no longer be gendered. This means that anyone will be able to take any name in the registry, irrespective of gender, and marks a major change in Icelandic naming conventions. How are last names determined in Iceland? Icelandic names are […]

Filed Under: Europe

Did Christopher Columbus accomplish his goal?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

During his lifetime, Columbus led a total of four expeditions to the Americas, discovering various Caribbean islands, the Gulf of Mexico, and the South and Central American mainland, but never accomplished his original goal—a western ocean route to the great cities of Asia. Was Christopher Columbus successful in his mission? Although Christopher Columbus did not […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Columbus, Ohio

Why is Lyon famous?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The city is known for its historical and architectural landmarks and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lyon was historically known as an important area for the production and weaving of silk and in modern times has developed a reputation as the capital of gastronomy in France. What is famous in Lyon? The Best Things […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: France, Lyon

What are 3 interesting facts about Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

22 Amazing Facts About Argentina Argentina produced the world’s first animated feature film in 1917. Yerba Mate is the most popular drink in Argentina. Argentina is home to both the highest and lowest points of the Southern Hemisphere. The capital of Argentina Buenos Aires translates to the ‘good airs’ or ‘fair winds’ What are 4 […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How were the Galapagos Islands discovered?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Official discovery In 1535, the Islands were officially discovered by Fray Tomás de Berlanga (the Bishop of Panama at the time).The strong ocean current carried him out to the Galapagos Islands. When the winds died down he stumbled upon the islands by accident on March 10 1535. How were the Galapagos discovered? The Galapagos Islands […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Ecuador, Galapagos

Who is the most famous actor from Ohio?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Famous actors from Ohio 1 / 31. OMDb. Luke Grimes. – Born: Dayton (1/21/1984) 2 / 31. OMDb. Clancy Brown. – Born: Urbana (1/5/1959) 3 / 31. OMDb. Paul Newman. – Born: Shaker Heights (1/26/1925) 4 / 31. OMDb. Ted Levine. 5 / 31. OMDb. Matt McCoy. 6 / 31. OMDb. John Magaro. 7 / […]

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Is North Dakota colder than Alaska?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Coldest States in America North Dakota tops the list of coldest states in winter and fall, based on state-wide average temperatures.It is because Minnesota and North Dakota get so exceptionally cold in winter, that they place just behind Alaska for the lowest annual average temperature. Is it colder in North Dakota or Alaska? Coldest States […]

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Is it worth moving to Tennessee?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Over the last 20 years, Tennessee has enjoyed an impressive rate of population growth. Low tax rates, living costs, and high quality of life have kept people on the move to Tennessee. It’s not a perfect place, but for the price, Tennessee is about as good as one can get. How much do you need […]

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Can passengers drink alcohol in a car in Mississippi?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Mississippi is the only state that doesn’t have an open-container law that prohibits drivers or passengers from drinking inside a motor vehicle.Drivers who partake must maintain a blood alcohol content (BAC) below the . 08 legal limit. Can a passenger drink in the car in Mississippi? The short answer is yes. As long as there […]

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Why is Florence so special?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The city is noted for its culture, Renaissance art and architecture and monuments. The city also contains numerous museums and art galleries, such as the Uffizi Gallery and the Palazzo Pitti, and still exerts an influence in the fields of art, culture and politics. What is so great about Florence? Florence is home to one […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Florence, Italy

What separates Maine from Canada?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Maine shares a 611 mile (983 kilometres) border with the Canadian provinces of Quebec and New Brunswick that has 24 land border crossings. It has several of the more heavily travelled border crossings between the countries including Calais / St. Stephen, Madawaska / Edmundston, and Houlton / Woodstock Road. What river separates Maine from Canada? […]

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What is Pennsylvania’s bordering states?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

It is bounded to the north by Lake Erie and New York state; to the east by New York and New Jersey; to the south by Delaware, Maryland, and West Virginia; and to the west by the panhandle of West Virginia and by Ohio. Harrisburg, nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, is the […]

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