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Is Irish beef from Ireland?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Today Ireland is a centre of excellence for many breeds and is an important source of genetic improvement for farmers around the world. Ireland now exports about 90% of its beef output, making it the northern hemisphere’s largest net exporter of beef. Is beef from Ireland safe? Prof Dan Collins of UCD Veterinary School, who […]

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Is Cambridge a good place to retire?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Is Cambridge a Good Place to Retire? Frequently voted as being among the best cities in Britain, Cambridge is worth considering for those looking for a retirement spot in the UK. Is it expensive to live in Cambridge? Summary about cost of living in Cambridge, United Kingdom: Family of four estimated monthly costs are 3,261$ […]

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Is Ireland on the flag?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The flag itself is a vertical tricolour of green (at the hoist), white and orange. The proportions of the flag are 1:2 (that is to say, flown horizontally, the flag is half as high as it is wide).Flag of Ireland. Adopted 1916 (constitutional status; 1937) Design A vertical tricolour of green, white and orange Does […]

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How many foreigners are in Berlin?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

With over 790,000 foreign residents from more than 190 nations and an average age of the population of 42.7, Berlin is a cosmopolitan and young city. What percentage of Berlin is foreign? Berlin’s population is becoming increasingly international. The proportion of inhabitants with foreign roots is now 35 percent, according to figures from the Office […]

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How much is the pension in Poland?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Currently, the nominal average retirement pension in Poland is (data for March 2020) PLN 2395.11 (i.e., EUR 267.34 and PPP 1781.23—in 2017) and constitutes 44.92% of an average wage in the Polish economy. The amount of the lowest retirement pension, on the other hand, is PLN 1200 (EUR 1187.75). How much is a Polish pension? […]

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Is Turkey a two party system?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Turkey is a presidential democracy with a multi-party system. Major parties are defined as political parties that received more than 10% of the votes in the latest general election and/or represented in parliament. Is Turkey a one party system? By 1939, Turkey had annexed the Hatay State. The one-party period of the Republic of Turkey […]

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Does Austria require military service?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The Austrian Constitution stipulates that military service is compulsory for male Austrian citizens. Female Austrian citizens may voluntarily serve as soldiers. Basic military service currently lasts six months. Is there national service in Austria? Austria, a landlocked country, has no heavy armed navy; from 1958 to 2006 however the Austrian army operated a naval squadron […]

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Did Sweden and Norway have the same flag?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The same design, but with a red Nordic cross on a yellow background, was used as union flag during the Kalmar union (1397 to 1523), and when that union fell apart in 1523 the same design, but with a yellow cross on a blue background (derived from the Swedish coat of arms adopted in 1442), […]

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How much is mot in Netherlands?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The MOT inspection in the Netherlands costs about €20 to €75 and can be conducted by a garage of your own choice (for example Kwikfit). For older vehicles you have to do the inspection annually. Can you get an MOT in the Netherlands? All vehicles must undergo regular inspection, a Periodic Technical Inspection or APK […]

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Can I have 2 jobs in Denmark?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

You are not allowed to work in other positions than the one stated in your permit. This also applies if you are offered a new position in the same company. If you find a new sideline job while working in Denmark, you must submit a new application for a work permit with information on your […]

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What are the biggest and smallest countries in Europe?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Russia is also the largest country in the world. The smallest country in Europe is Vatican City, which is . 44 km² (.Largest Countries in Europe 2021 Finland (130,632 square miles) Norway (124,988 square miles) Poland (120,694 square miles) Italy (116,316 square miles) What is the largest and smallest country in Europe? Size and population […]

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Is it worth going to Iceland in winter?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Visiting Iceland in winter can be a wonderful experience as there are fewer people, beautiful winter landscapes, and chances to see the Northern Lights! There are also a number of fun winter activities to do like skiing, dog sledding, snowmobiling, ice fishing, and joining in on holiday celebrations. Is winter a good time to visit […]

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What is the best course to study in Turkey?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Top Fields of Study in Turkey Textiles and Design. Turkey – in particular, Istanbul – is and has been right along one of the primary trading routes between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Business Management. Computer Science and Engineering. What course can I study in Turkey? Degrees you may be interested in studying in […]

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How old are the lava fields in Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

3,000 years old. A highlight of the popular Snaefellsnes Peninsula, this lava field is over 3,000 years old, with craggy, spiky grey rocks caked in lovely soft moss. This lava field sits on a small dirt road, between Stykkishólmur and Grundarfjörður. How old are the volcanoes in Iceland? Yes, Iceland is most certainly a volcanic […]

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Who inhabited Finland first?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Neanderthals. If the archeological finds from Wolf Cave are the result of Neanderthals’ activities, the first people inhabited Finland approximately 120,000–130,000 years ago. The area that is now Finland was settled in, at the latest, around 8,500 BC during the Stone Age towards the end of the last glacial period. Who came to Finland first? […]

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