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Is deforestation a problem in Singapore?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Singapore Deforestation Rates & Statistics | GFW. In 2010, Singapore had 20.6kha of tree cover, extending over 30% of its land area.From 2001 to 2020, Singapore lost 2.39kha of tree cover, equivalent to a 13% decrease in tree cover since 2000, and 1.06Mt of CO₂e emissions. What percentage of forest is left in Singapore? Forest […]

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What is the culture of Bali?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Balinese culture is a mix of Balinese Hindu-Buddhist religion and Balinese customs. It is perhaps most known for its dance, drama and sculpture.The culture is noted for its use of the gamelan in music and various traditional events of Balinese society. Each type of music is designated for a specific type of event. What is […]

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What were some of the daily hardships faced by soldiers in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Troops in Vietnam faced many hardships throughout the war. Troops were forced to cope with the deaths of their close friends due to not only battle but diseases. Troops were forced to leave their families and go great lengths of time without communicating with them. What were some hardships that soldiers faced during the Vietnam […]

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What’s the main religion in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Official statistics from the 2019 Census, also not categorizing folk religion, indicates that Catholicism is the largest (organized) religion in Vietnam, surpassing Buddhism. While some other surveys reported 45-50 millions Buddhist living in Vietnam, the government statistics counts for 6.8 millions. What are the 3 main religions in Vietnam? As a communist country, Vietnam is […]

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Is Bangkok expensive to live in?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The cost of living in Bangkok really depends on your lifestyle. It can be one of the most affordable cities or one of the most expensive. Even so, the cost of living in Thailand in comparison to the US or Europe is relatively low. How much do I need to live comfortably in Bangkok? You […]

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Does Taiwan have a big military?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

With a military budget 13 times the size of Taiwan’s, China now has more than one million ground troops, according to Pentagon estimates. Taiwan’s military has shrunk to 187,660 active-duty soldiers, from 275,000 in 2011. How strong is Taiwan militarily? For 2021, Taiwan is ranked 22 of 140 out of the countries considered for the […]

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How expensive is Russia for Indian?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Russia is 34% more expensive than India. Is Russia costly for Indian? How much does it cost to visit Russia from India? Russia is an affordable destination. The cost depends on various factors like local transportation, the type of hotels you choose, the number of days you spend and the number of local attractions you […]

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How cold is Nepal in winter?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The warm, dry season brings average temperatures of 28℃ in the hilly regions and 40℃ in the lowlands, while in the cold winter months, the temperatures in the lowlands range between 7℃ and 23℃ while the hilly regions sit at a colder average maximum of 12℃ and drop below freezing at night. Which is the […]

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Is the education in Vietnam good?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Vietnamese students surprised the world with their 2012 PISA results. Other assessments confirm that Vietnamese students and adults have strong numeracy and literacy skills. Vietnam’s accomplishments over the past 20 years are indeed remarkable in terms of attendance, completion, and student achievement. Is Vietnam an educated country? Currently experiencing a high GDP growth rate, Vietnam […]

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Is kissing in public allowed in Malaysia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Kissing passionately in public is allowed. And this is normal in Western societies. But under Section 268 of the Penal Code of Malaysia, this is an offense. This should hold true if kissing passionately in public causes discomfort around you. Is there any law against kissing in public? Kissing openly or even in a car […]

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What math is after Singapore?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Singapore math programs do not continue beyond Grade 8. Students may move onto Geometry and Algebra 2. If you’re looking for online teaching, you might check out High School Math Live or Thinkwell. What level does Singapore Math go to? Primary Mathematics is available through Level 6B, then secondary-level Singapore math curriculum is available for […]

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Do Malaysian Chinese speak Malay?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Unlike in Indonesia, ethnic Chinese in Malaysia speaking Malay to each other is completely rare and unheard of. But then there are also these Peranakan Chinese who, are not only fluent in the Malay language, but they also use it at home and speak it to their family and other fellow Peranakan Chinese. What language […]

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Is there a dress code in Malaysia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Malaysia is hot and humid, so you need to dress comfortably.There is no specific dress code for visitors in the capital, Kuala Lumpur. You’ll see Malaysian women wearing a scarf or veil over their hair, some wearing loose clothing that covers them entirely, as well as women in shorter skirts, fitted tops and heels. Can […]

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What is Oya Oya in Japanese?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

conjunction, interjection (kandoushi), noun (common) (futsuumeishi) oh! oh? my! What does Oya Oya mean? Wikipedia. Oya. Oya (known as ”’Oyá ”’or Oiá; Yansá or Yansã; and Iansá or Iansã in Latin America) is an Orisha of winds and violent storms, death and rebirth. What does Japanese Oya mean in English? Ōya, also spelled Ohya or […]

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What happened to Tamils in Sri Lanka?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

A United Nations panel found that as many as 40,000 Tamil civilians may have been killed in the final months of the civil war. In January 2020, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said that the estimated 20,000+ disappeared Sri Lankan Tamils were dead.One-third of Sri Lankan Tamils now live outside Sri Lanka. Why were Tamils killed in […]

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