Poverty is thus the main deterrent to schooling for indigenous students—poverty and rural residence increases the likelihood of school incompletion and non enrollment.Out of the 2 million children who do not attend school in Guatemala, the majority are indigenous girls living in rural areas. What are at least two reasons many girls stop going to […]

95% of the water in Guatemala is dangerous to drink. Furthermore, 97% of the lakes and rivers in Antigua are contaminated. Drinking water in Guatemala that has not been purified can lead to nasty digestive issues from the bacteria and parasites that are ingested. Can you drink the tap water in Antigua Guatemala? It is […]

They like to build that international bond by referring to each other as paisas. Paisa derives from the Spanish word paisano, “countryman,” and it’s just one of the many things you can call your new Colombian friends—but only after you’ve learned their kooky yet creative colloquialisms first! What do Colombians call themselves? Colombians (Spanish: Colombianos) […]

Economy > GDP: Countries Compared # COUNTRY AMOUNT 8 Brazil $2.25 trillion 9 Russia $2.01 trillion 10 Italy $2.01 trillion 11 India $1.84 trillion Is Brazil wealthy compared to other countries? Brazil is the 83rd country in the world in GDP per capita, with a value of US$6,450 per inhabitant. The country is rich in […]

According to the Center for Strategic and International Studies, China has also financially assisted Venezuela through its economic crisis. What countries are helping Venezuela? The US pledged $20 million, and Canada pledged $53 million Canadian dollars in humanitarian aid, saying most of it would go to Venezuela’s neighbors and trusted partners. Germany, Sweden, Argentina, Chile, […]

Embassy of Ecuador in Pretoria, South Africa Address. 272 Bronkhorst Street, Brooklyn. Pretoria 0181. South Africa. (+27) 12 346 1662. (+27) 12 346 7082. [email protected]. [email protected]. María Soledad Córdova, Ambassador. How many embassies does Ecuador have? 43 embassiesEcuador maintains 43 embassies abroad as well as 109 consulates and one other representation. The Ecuadorian capital Quito […]

ticos. Costa Ricans are called “ticos” because of their unique way of saying diminutives in Spanish. What do Costa Ricans proudly call themselves? Ticos: Costa Ricans: tico is a man or boy. A tica is a woman or girl. This is what Costa Ricans proudly call themselves. The term comes from our tendency to add […]

Agriculture remains Nicaragua’s top industry, with main products including: bananas, beef, poultry, coffee, tobacco, copper, cotton, gold, maize, rice, silver, sugar cane, soybeans and other beans, and timber. What products does Nicaragua produce? Nicaragua produces coffee, cotton, bananas, sugar and beef cattle. What does Nicaragua produce the most? Coffee, beef, peanuts, banana, lobsters, sugar, dairy […]

Costa Rica anti-smoking law passes A complete ban on smoking in all workplaces and public places, including restaurants and bars;Banning the sale of tobacco products to and by minors; Banning sales of cigarettes in packages of less than 20 pieces and through vending machines; and. Is smoking allowed in Costa Rica? Costa Rica is now […]

The Fuego volcano spews ash on September 23, 2021. The recently recorded activity is the strongest since June 2018, when Fuego unleashed a torrent of mud and ash that wiped the village of San Miguel Los Lotes from the map, said Barillas. What volcano is erupting now 2021? It is the first volcanic eruption on […]

We estimate that the timeframe from Holt application to travel will be 2-3 years, or 1-2 years for waiting children. How much does adoption from Colombia cost? Approximately $32,000-$45,000, including everything from childcare costs to travel. How long does it take to adopt a baby from Colombia? 16 to 28 monthsAdoptive parents who do not […]

Every foreign national who intends to work in Chile needs a Chile work visa, regardless of their nationality. Certain foreign nationals do not need a Chile visa if they intend to travel for tourism or other short-term purposes (up to 90 days). Do you need a work visa to work in Chile? Types of Work […]

Price Rankings by Country of Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) (Markets) 1. Australia 26.28 $ 60. Costa Rica 3.98 $ 61. Montenegro 3.96 $ 62. Uruguay 3.85 $ 63. South Korea 3.83 $ What is the cost of cigarettes in Costa Rica? Cost of Living in Costa Rica Restaurants Edit Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) 7,000.00₡ Domestic […]

We simply say “time do Brasil” (“Brazil’s team”). For foreign teams we use both forms interchangeably (“time francês”, “time da França”). We usually reserve the word “fã” for individual people – celebrities/artists/etc. Also, “time brasileiro” (“Brazilian team”) sounds formal. How do you say friends in Brazil? Knowing how Brazilians see friendships, or “amizades”. After all, […]