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Is there much crime in Bhutan?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Bhutan has a low crime rate. Incidents of petty crime are occasionally reported in the country. Violent crime is very uncommon. Some cases of drug abuse are reported; alcohol abuse is a problem. What’s the crime rate in Bhutan? Bhutan crime rate & statistics for 2018 was 1.19, a 31.58% decline from 2017. Bhutan crime […]

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What was the most elite unit in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

MACV-SOG. MACV-SOG—Military Assistance Command, Vietnam—Special Operations Group (later renamed Studies and Observations Group)—was the elite military unit of the Vietnam War, so secret that its existence was denied by the U.S. government. What was the best unit in Vietnam? Top 10 Units in the Vietnam War # 8: The 18th Military Police Brigade. # 7: […]

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Is Thanksgiving celebrated in Singapore?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Thanksgiving Day in Various Countries Singapore: In Singapore, Thanksgiving Day is same as the USA that is the 4th Thursday of November every year. Therefore, this year, it would be celebrated on 25th November 2021.Japan: 23rd November every year. Also known as Labor Thanksgiving Day. Where is Thanksgiving celebrated in Singapore? Best Thanksgiving meals in […]

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What is Japan actually called?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Nippon-koku. In English, the modern official title of the country is simply “Japan”, one of the few countries to have no “long form” name. The official Japanese-language name is Nippon-koku or Nihon-koku (日本国), literally “State of Japan”. Why do we call it Japan and not Nippon? The origin of the name Japan is not certain, […]

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When was Cambodia independent from France?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

March 12, 1945. Crisis Phase (March 12, 1945-March 23, 1949): King Norodom Sihanouk proclaimed Cambodia’s independence from France on March 12, 1945. Why France give independence to Cambodia? To avoid the situation in Cambodia from deteriorating further, King Sihanouk decided in March 1953 to go to France and asked the French President to grant complete […]

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Where does Maldives get fresh water?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

groundwater. There are many reasons why there are troubles with water scarcity and poor water quality in the Maldives. The Maldives’ second greatest source of freshwater, after rainfall, comes from groundwater. The groundwater can be found under every island in what hydrologists call lenses. How do Maldives get fresh water? To cope with water limitations, […]

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How did Singapore become a Garden City?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

In the 1960s, then Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew mooted the creation of a clean and green environment to mitigate the harsh concrete urban environment and improve the quality of life in the city. This was the beginning of Singapore’s development into a Garden City. What makes Singapore a Garden City? “Garden city” vision is […]

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How capital gain is calculated in Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The formula for capital gain is: Sale Price – Purchase Price = Capital Gain Note that this formula assumes the sale price is higher than the purchase price. How much is capital gain tax in Nepal? As per the new provision, individual investors selling the shares before one year of purchase need to pay capital […]

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Is Japanese raw fish safe to eat?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Raw fish is safe to eat in Japan because you eat saltwater fish. Freshwater fish, however, is not suitable to be eaten raw. In Japan, fish must observe high-quality standards to be eaten raw, and it is carefully handled since its capture to ensure safety. Do Japanese people get sick from eating raw fish? However, […]

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What does blue mean in Taiwan?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The blue is a symbol of justice, democracy, and liberty. White is democracy and equality—the brightness of the livelihood of the people. What are the national colors of Taiwan? The flag used by Taiwan features three colors: red, white and blue. A bright red field makes up the majority of the flag. What does the […]

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When did Korea become North and South?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

South and North Korea took dramatically different social, economic, and political paths following the end of fighting in the Korean War in 1953. The 38th parallel marks the so-called demilitarized zone that straddles the border of the two countries. When did Korea split into north and south? The Korean Peninsula was divided along the 38th […]

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Which is easier to learn Chinese or Vietnamese?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

To English speakers, Vietnamese seems to be easier to learn than the Mandarin language.Although Mandarin has only 4 tones while Vietnamese has 6, it is still easier to read Vietnamese because of its alphabet. However, the tones can be a challenge to pronounce Vietnamese words correctly. Is Vietnamese the hardest language to learn? Learning Vietnamese […]

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Does love exist in Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Vocabulary of Love in Japanese. In Japanese, “love” is “ai” [愛], from which the word “aijou” [愛情], which means “affection,” comes from. Another word for “love” is “koi” [恋], which is more about romantic or passionate love. How is love seen in Japan? You often see couples in the west showing their affection in […]

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What Sea separates Europe from Asia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Black Sea. A NASA satellite has spotted something brilliant from space: a stunning turquoise color in the Black Sea and the Bosphorus, the strait which separates Asia from Europe. What large sea separates Europe and Asia? Mediterranean Sea Mediterranean Sea Location Western Europe, Southern Europe, North Africa and Western Asia Coordinates 35°N 18°ECoordinates: 35°N 18°E […]

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Is Russia cheaper than Philippines?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Philippines is 46.2% more expensive than Russia. Is it cheaper to live in Russia? Life for expats in Russia is generally comfortable, with expenses such as groceries and utility bills being fairly inexpensive even in major cities such as Moscow.Outside of the major metropolitan areas, prices are even cheaper, with lower bills for food and […]

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