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How do Finland get free college?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Who doesn’t pay tuition fees in Finland? Public universities in Finland are divided into regular universities and universities of applied sciences. They are all tuition-free for students coming from EU/EEA countries and Switzerland.Private universities usually charge higher fees. Why Finland has free education? A tuition-free system provides more opportunity for students from developing countries an […]

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Was Venice a trade city?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

VENICE was a city built on trade, goods flooded in and out of the city, bringing tremendous wealth to the merchants of Venice.The German traders were also important buyers of luxury goods coming into Venice from the East; spices, silks, perfumes, oils and elaborate textiles. Why was Venice a trade city? Its strategic position on […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Venice

Is Prague and Czech Republic the same?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Since 2000, the Czech Republic has been divided into thirteen regions (Czech: kraje, singular kraj) and the capital city of Prague. Every region has its own elected regional assembly and a regional governor. What is Czech Republic called now? CzechiaIn 2013, Czech president Miloš Zeman recommended the wider official use of Czechia, and on 14 […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Czech Republic, Prague

What made Austria wealthy?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The economy of Austria is a developed social market economy, with the country being one of the fourteen richest in the world in terms of GDP (gross domestic product) per capita.Next to a highly developed industry, international tourism is the most important part of the national economy. What is Austria’s main source of income? Austria […]

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How long do you have to work in Finland to get pension?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The condition for receiving a national pension is that you have lived in Finland for at least three years after reaching the age of 16. Any periods of insurance completed under the social security system of another EU/EEA country or of Switzerland before moving to Finland count towards the waiting period. How many years do […]

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Is it rude to eat on the street in France?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

While dining etiquette in France has become more casual over the past years– and street food in particular has become increasingly popular-– one point that hasn’t budged much has to do with eating and snacking too much between mealtimes. In short, it’s often still frowned on. What is considered rude in France? French people tend […]

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What is the most common last name in Sweden?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Andersson. Sweden Rank Surname Number of bearers 2012 1 Andersson 251,621 2 Johansson 251,495 3 Karlsson 223,151 4 Nilsson 171,360 What are some Swedish last names? Here is a list of the most common last names found in Sweden. Andersson, meaning ‘son of Anders or Andrews. Arvidsson, meaning ‘son of Arvid’. Berg, meaning ‘mountain. Bjorklund, […]

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How does Iceland get hot water?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Geothermal water is used to heat around 90% of Iceland’s homes, and keeps pavements and car parks snow-free in the winter. Hot water from the springs is cooled and pumped from boreholes that vary between 200 and 2,000m straight into the taps of nearby homes, negating the need for hot water heating. Why is there […]

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Do all Belgium speak French?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The primary language in Belgium is Dutch, spoken by approximately 60% of the population.French is the second-most common language in Belgium, spoken by almost 40% of the population. Many Flemish people can also speak French as a second language. Is French mandatory in Belgium? In the final years of primary education, learning Dutch or German […]

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How many hills are in Lisbon?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

seven hills. Legend has it that Lisbon, just like Rome, was born among seven hills. Is Lisbon built on 7 hills? Lisbon is known as the city of the seven hills: A cidade das sete colinas. The Romans named Lisbon as Olissipo for its resemblance to the city of Rome which was also built over […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Lisbon, Portugal

What is a permit in Finland?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

First residence permits You must apply for a first residence permit if you plan to stay in Finland for longer than 90 days.You may have to apply for a residence permit for working even if your stay does not exceed 90 days. The right to work without a residence permit is restricted. How do I […]

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Is it harder to get into Harvard than Cambridge?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Harvard is one of the most prestigious universities in the world. The Cambridge, Massachusetts, school accepted just 5.2% of roughly 39,000 applications for its class of 2020.Many things in life — like landing a job at some Wal-Mart locations — are harder to achieve than getting into that prestigious university. Is it easier to get […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Cambridge, England

Is Athens a boy or girl name?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The name Athens is a boy’s name. Athens is one of the newer place names, used for both baby boys and girls. The Greek city got its name from Athena, goddess of wisdom and courage. Is Athens a name? Name. The name of Athens, connected to the name of its patron goddess Athena, originates from […]

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How much are cocktails in Krakow?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The price of 1 cocktail drink in downtown club in Kraków is 23 zł This average is based on 9 price points. It provides a decent estimate, but it is not yet reliable. Is it cheap to drink in Krakow? Krakow is an extremely popular place for Western tourists looking to have a fun night […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Krakow, Poland

Does Greece have a lot of history?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Ancient Greece is considered by most historians to be the foundational culture of Western civilization. Greek culture was a powerful influence in the Roman Empire, which carried a version of it to many parts of Europe. Does Greece have a rich history? History. Greece is a country with a very rich history from the Bronze […]

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