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What was the name of the family ruled the city of Florence for a long time?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Medici family. Medici family, French Médicis, Italian bourgeois family that ruled Florence and, later, Tuscany during most of the period from 1434 to 1737, except for two brief intervals (from 1494 to 1512 and from 1527 to 1530). Which family ruled the city of Florence? The Medici familyThe Medici family, also known as the House […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Florence, Italy

Does Iceland pay overtime?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

All work after eight hours per day is considered overtime unless your contract includes overtime explicitly.Overtime is calculated as 0.875% of your monthly salary per hour for the first 162.5 hours of overtime per month. If you work more, the rate changes to 1.0385% of your monthly salary per hour of overtime worked. Do you […]

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When did Poland become democratic?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

In 1989–1991, Poland engaged in a democratic transition which put an end to the Polish People’s Republic and led to the foundation of a democratic government, known as the Third Polish Republic (Polish: III Rzeczpospolita Polska), following the First and Second Polish Republics. When did Poland stop being communist? On 27 October 1991, the first […]

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Is Milan close to Tuscany?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The distance between Milan and Tuscany is 271 km. The road distance is 301.7 km.The best way to get from Milan to Tuscany without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €19 – €85. What airport do you fly into to go to Tuscany? Tuscany has two international airports, the Galileo […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Tuscany

Is Iceland more expensive than UK?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Iceland is 30% more expensive than United Kingdom. Is Iceland expensive UK? Iceland is not as expensive as it used to be but it is not a cheap destination, I would say London Prices plus a bit. Alcohol is expensive but not a necessity. Trips are about what you quote, vehicles and running costs are […]

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What countries did Sweden colonize?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Swedish countries in the America’s include: Guadeloupe (1813–1814), Saint-Barthélemy (1784–1878), New Sweden (1638–1655), and Tobago (1733). The colony of New Sweden can be seen as an example of Swedish colonization. Now called Delaware, New Sweden stood to make a considerable profit due to tobacco growth. Did Sweden colonize Ghana? The Swedish Gold Coast (Swedish: Svenska […]

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What is the capital city of Croatia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Zagreb. Zagreb, capital and chief city of Croatia. It is situated on the slopes of Medvednica Hill (Zagrebačka Gora) to the north and the floodplain of the Sava River to the south. Does Croatia have a capital city? listen)), is a country at the crossroads of Central and Southeast Europe on the Adriatic Sea.Croatia. Republic […]

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How did Portugal split from Spain?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Spain and Portugal divided the New World by drawing a north-to-south line of demarcation in the Atlantic Ocean, about 100 leagues (555 kilometers or 345 miles) west of the Cape Verde Islands, off the coast of northwestern Africa and then controlled by Portugal. When did Portugal become separate from Spain? Portugal’s independence was recognized in […]

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How was Poland formed?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

1. Baptism: The Beginning of the Polish State. In the year 966, Duke Mieszko I (Mye-shcko), who ruled several Western Slavic tribes, decided to consolidate his power by being baptised in the Latin Rite and marrying Doubravka, a princess of Bohemia. This is symbolically regarded as the creation of the state of Poland. How did […]

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How can a foreigner get a job in Norway?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

If you come from a country outside the EU/EEA and wish to work in Norway, you need a residence permit. If you do not already have a residence permit, you must apply for a residence permit for work. Previously this was called a work permit. Is it hard to get a job as a foreigner […]

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What are the districts of Edinburgh?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Royal Mile. New Town. Leith & Leith Walk. Corstorphine. Gorgie & Dalry. Portobello. Bruntsfield & Morningside. Queensferry. What is the roughest part of Edinburgh? These are the most deprived areas in Edinburgh. Great Junction Street. Topping the list of most deprived areas in Edinburgh is Great Junction Street in Leith. Moredun and Craigour. Next on […]

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What happened to the King of Greece?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

He remained (formally) the head of state in exile until the junta abolished the monarchy on 1 June 1973. The 1973 Greek republic referendum on 29 July, ratified the abolition.Constantine II of Greece. Constantine II Reign 6 March 1964 – 1 June 1973 Predecessor Paul Successor Monarchy abolished Prime Ministers show See list Why did […]

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When did Ireland adopt green?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Ireland association football team organised by the Irish Football Association (IFA) wore St Patrick’s blue jerseys from 1882 until 1931, when they switched to green. When did green become the color of Ireland? 1640sThe colour green became associated with Ireland from the 1640s, when the green harp flag was used by the Irish Catholic […]

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How much money do I need to study in London?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

If you wish to study in London, you’ll need to budget considerably more – at least £1,265 (~US$1,800) per month, the equivalent of £15,180 (~US$21,500) a year. How much money do you need to study in UK? Tuition fees for UK undergraduate and graduate degrees generally range from $17,000 – $25,000 per academic year (depending […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: England, London

What percentage of people smoke in Croatia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

36.60%. Croatia smoking rate for 2018 was 36.60%, a 0.3% increase from 2016. Croatia smoking rate for 2016 was 36.30%, a 0.2% increase from 2014. Croatia smoking rate for 2014 was 36.10%, a 0.3% increase from 2012.Croatia Smoking Rate 2007-2021. Similar Country Ranking Country Name Smoking Rate (Ages 15+) Croatia 36.60% France 34.60% Andorra 33.80% […]

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