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Was the hamburger invented in Hamburg Germany?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

You may have heard that Hamburg, Germany is the home of the first hamburger.Where all hamburger origin stories agree is this: By the 19th century, beef from German Hamburg cows was minced and combined with garlic, onions, salt and pepper, then formed into patties (without bread or a bun) to make Hamburg steaks. Was the […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Germany, Hamburg

What is a interesting fact about Denmark?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

1. One of the happiest countries in the world. Denmark has been named the world’s happiest country on numerous occasions, and remains to be in the very top of the UN World Happiness Report. What are 3 interesting facts about Denmark? 25 Interesting facts about Denmark Denmark is reported to be the happiest country in […]

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Why didn’t South American countries fight in ww2?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Latin America tried to stay neutral but the warring countries were endangering their neutrality.Strategically, Panama was the most important Latin American nation for the Allies because of the Panama Canal, which provided a link between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans that was vital to both commerce and defense. Did any country in South America fight […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

When was Norway under Swedish rule?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

4 November 1814. The Union between Sweden and Norway is an overriding theme of the history of Sweden in the 19th century. On 4 November 1814, the kingdoms of Sweden and Norway formed a personal union under one king. How long was Norway under Swedish rule? The union of Sweden and Norway from 1814 to […]

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What are Maryland people known for?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

—Famous Marylanders include Francis Scott Key, who wrote the Star Spangled Banner; baseball player Babe Ruth; Jazz musician Billie Holiday; and civil rights activist Thurgood Marshall, who became the first African-American Supreme Court justice (or judge) in the United States. What is Maryland mostly known for? blue crabsOverview of Maryland Home to the Chesapeake Bay, […]

Filed Under: United States

Is it safe to travel to Antigua alone?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Antigua’s a good island to visit solo – there are generally other single travellers around, so you can find company if you want it, but is also generally a comfortable place to be on your own. Is it safe to go to Antigua alone? As others have stated, Antigua is probably one of the safest […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Why was Berlin Wall built?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Berlin Wall was built by the German Democratic Republic during the Cold War to prevent its population from escaping Soviet-controlled East Berlin to West Berlin, which was controlled by the major Western Allies. It divided the city of Berlin into two physically and ideologically contrasting zones. Why was the Berlin Wall created and why […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Berlin, Germany

How bad are tornadoes in Louisiana?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Louisiana had an average of around 25 tornadoes per year from 1980 to 1989.For 2000 through 2009, the state averaged 18 tornadoes per year. But from 2010 to 2019, that number jumped to around 32 tornadoes per year, an increase of almost 40% from the state’s average across the preceding 30 years. Is Louisiana in […]

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How much of New Orleans is still damaged?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

About 80% of all structures in Orleans Parish sustained water damage. Over 204,000 homes were damaged or destroyed, and more than 800,000 citizens displaced — the greatest displacement in the United States since the Dust Bowl of the 1930s. What percentage of New Orleans housing was damaged? In New Orleans alone, 134,000 housing units — […]

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

What time is dinner eaten in Bolivia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

around 8 p.m.. Dinnertime. Dinner is traditionally eaten later in the evening, around 8 p.m. The menu is similar to that of lunch, but much smaller. In cities, dinner is often a time for conducting business or socializing and meals may be taken at a restaurant. What time do people in Bolivia eat dinner? Because […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What is the driest month in Boston?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

July. The driest month in Boston is July with 3.06 inches of precipitation, and with 3.98 inches November is the wettest month. What month has the least rain in Massachusetts? On average, October is the driest month with 9 rainy days. What are the rainiest months in Boston? * Weather data from: Boston, United States […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Boston, Massachusetts

Is Buenos Aires safe for solo female Travellers?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Buenos Aires is a great place for solo female travelers Just ignore it, and it will become background noise. Trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable in a situation, move towards a public place, duck into a shop, or find the tourist police. Walk with a purpose like you know where you’re going. Is Buenos […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Argentina, Buenos Aires

Can you see the Big Island from Maui?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

From West Maui (Lahaina and Kaanapali side) you can see Lanai and Molokai. From South Maui (Kihei and Wailea side) you can see Kahoolawe and Molokini (and from some areas also Lanai). From the east side (Hana), or from the top of Haleakala volcano, you can see the Big Island of Hawaii. How far apart […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii, Maui

When did Singapore Go green?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Singapore Green Plan issued in May 1992 was the country’s first formal plan to balance environmental and developmental needs. It was presented at the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (commonly known as the Earth Summit) held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in June 1992. When did Singapore become eco friendly? In the […]

Filed Under: Asia

When was Singapore separated from Malaysia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

On 9 August 1965, Singapore separated from Malaysia to become an independent and sovereign state. The separation was the result of deep political and economic differences between the ruling parties of Singapore and Malaysia, which created communal tensions that resulted in racial riots in July and September 1964. What date did Singapore separate from Malaysia? […]

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