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What is the richest city in Thailand?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Phuket. Phuket has been named the richest province in Thailand, while the Northern province of Mae Hong Sorn has the highest poverty rate. Where do the rich live in Thailand? Areas in central Bangkok such as Chidlom, Langsuan, Ratchadamri and Sala Daeng are considered prestigious addresses where many billionaires invest in real estate to add […]

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Was the M14 used in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The M14 was the standard infantry rifle for all Army and Marine units that deployed to Vietnam in 1965, but Defense Secretary Robert McNamara ended procurement in 1964, selecting the M16 as a replacement. By 1970, only a handful of M14s remained in Vietnam. Was the M14 good in Vietnam? The M14 was also 44.3 […]

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How much is $50 US in Thailand?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Are you overpaying your bank? Conversion rates US Dollar / Thai Baht 5 USD 169.40000 THB 10 USD 338.80000 THB 20 USD 677.60000 THB 50 USD 1694.00000 THB How much is $100 US in Thailand? Are you overpaying your bank? Conversion rates US Dollar / Thai Baht 10 USD 338.65000 THB 20 USD 677.30000 THB […]

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What kind of a country is Thailand?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Today, Thailand is a constitutional monarchy with a democratic form of government. What Thailand is known for? what is Thailand famous for? Temples. Thailand is a heavily Buddhist country with more than 41,000 temples, and more being built all the time. Monks. With over 41,000 Buddhist temples across the country, you can imagine there are […]

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Was the Vietnam War good for the economy?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

U.S. gross domestic product by year reveals that the war boosted the economy out of a recession caused by the end of the Korean War in 1953. Spending on the Vietnam War played a small part in causing the Great Inflation that began in 1965. How does war benefit the economy? Heightened military spending during […]

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How many teenagers are depressed in Singapore?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Depression is one of the world’s leading mental health disorders, and youths have become increasingly prone to it. Studies have shown that depression affects up to 18% of Singaporean youths. What percent of teens have depression? About 20 percent of all teens experience depression before they reach adulthood. Between 10 to 15 percent suffer from […]

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Can you swim with sharks in Bali?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Bali Sharks is a unique ecotourism activity at Serangan Island, southern Denpasar – it lets you swim with sharks! Also known as The Serangan Shark Project, Bali Sharks takes you to purpose-built nursery pontoons to get up close with over a dozen blacktip reef sharks. Where can you swim with friendly sharks? Check out these […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Bali, Indonesia

Why did the domino theory cause the United States to become involved in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

How did the domino theory lead the US to send troops to Vietnam? Americans saw Vietnam as an extension of the Cold War and developed the domino theory. The was the belief that if communists won in S. Vietnam, the communism would spread to other governments in SE Asia. Why did the domino theory cause […]

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Is Fiji close to Bali?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Bali and Fiji generally speaking are on opposite sides of the Australian continent. Bali on the west and Fiji on the east, although they are both in the Pacific ocean. Bali is closer to the Equator than Fiji. How far apart are Fiji and Bali? HOW FAR IS FIJI FROM BALI? On a map Fiji […]

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What is crime like in Moscow?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Crime rates in Moscow, Russia Level of crime 37.17 Low Problem people using or dealing drugs 38.15 Low Problem property crimes such as vandalism and theft 44.00 Moderate Problem violent crimes such as assault and armed robbery 30.94 Low Problem corruption and bribery 73.40 High How bad is crime in Moscow? In 2017, Moscow also […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Moscow, Russia

Is ginseng illegal in China?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Among the regions where ginseng is indigenous, wild ginseng has become increasingly scarce in East Asia. In an effort to prevent overharvesting, trade of the wild root has been banned in China and Russia. Can I bring ginseng to China? Answer: No, American ginseng can not be taken into China.” Can I send American ginseng […]

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Is Nepal wealthy?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Nepal is a rich country.In terms of the value for renewable internal freshwater resources per capita, Nepal ranked 61st with annual 7366 m3 as of 2014 (Mundi index), higher than that of China and India. Nepal is a rich country. Is Nepal a very wealthy country? “Nepal is among the poorest and least developed countries […]

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What are some rules in Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

See Also Always carry business cards. Photo: iStock. Don’t eat on the run. No one eats on the go in Japan. Don’t blow your nose in public. It’s considered pretty bad form to blow your nose in public in Japan. Dress well. Don’t tip. Take off your shoes; use the slippers. Bow (or just shake […]

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Is Malaysia a high context culture?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

According to anthropologist Edward Hall (1976), Malaysia is an example of a high-context culture, in which the communication or message is one in which most of the information is either in the physical context or internalised in the person, while very little is in the coded, explicit, transmitted part of the message. Why Malaysia is […]

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Is Bali or Fiji safer?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Fiji, though, is often regarded as safer and cleaner than Bali. What’s better Bali or Fiji? In terms of overall price and accommodation options, Bali offers a better vacation experience in terms of budget, whereas Fiji is more relaxing and slower-paced. Balinese cuisine features rice, curries, and tropical dishes as well, as traditional Asia offerings. […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Bali, Indonesia

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