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What side was Spain on in ww2?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Once World War II broke out, Spain, like Italy, declared neutrality. As soon as Italy declared war on June 10, 1940, Spain declared non- belligerency, which meant, in practice, supporting the Axis countries. Which side was Spain on during ww2? During World War II, the Spanish State under Francisco Franco espoused neutrality as its official […]

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Does Portugal tax US Social Security?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

They won’t pay social security taxes in Portugal. Under U.S. law, U.S. Social Security covers self- employed workers if they are U.S. citizens or U.S. resident aliens, even if they live and work outside the United States. Are US pensions taxes in Portugal? Portugal typically taxes all income. This includes pension income and income from […]

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How do you say 99 in Belgium?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Fortunately, Belgians say ‘septante‘ instead. This is easier to learn as ‘septante’ comes from ‘sept’ (‘seven’). Likewise, for the numbers between 90 and 99. Where the French would say ‘quatre-vingt-dix’ for ‘ninety’ (or literally ‘four twenty ten’), a Belgian would say ‘nonante’. How do you say 90 in Belgium? 90 = quatre-vingt-dix (four twenty ten); […]

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What is the typical food in Hamburg?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Hamburg’s signature dishes include (from breakfast to dessert): Franzbrötchen (French rolls, allegedly influenced by Napoleon’s troops), Currywurst (Celebrated in Uwe Timm’s novel ‘The Invention of Curried Sausage’), Labskaus (Seafarers’ stew of various ingredients tinted a bright pink from beetroot) and Rote Grütze ( What is Hamburg best known for? The city is best known for […]

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Who invented football Scotland?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

It started with young men, from Perthshire and the Highlands mainly, who gathered at Queen’s Park in Glasgow in 1867. They obtained a copy of the FA laws and amended them to conform with an almost scientific blend of dribbling and passing. When they invented passing, these lads invented football. Did the Scots invent football? […]

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How do you say thank you in Copenhagen?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

If you want to emphasize your gratitude, you can use ‘tusind tak’ which means ‘thank you SO much’. Selv tak[Myself thanks] If someone thanks you for doing something for them, you can say ‘selv tak’. Meaning: You’re welcome or thank you too. Do Danes say thank you? 1) Tak — Thank You/Thanks It’s universally used […]

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Can you live in Dublin without a car?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Where you live and work matters A LOT if you want to live without a car in Dublin. Ideally, you want to live and work within walking distance of the DART (train) or LUAS (light rail) lines. Dublin Bus is great too, but living close to a train/light rail station gives you additional flexibility for […]

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What is Dublin like as a city?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Today, Dublin is a thriving city. It has a small-town feel with capital city amenities, including a great theatre and music scene. Many people come to Dublin for the craic. Translating approximately to ‘fun’ or a place/activity with a certain buzz, the craic is not a drug, but the craic in Dublin is just as […]

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How long does it take to get residency in Portugal?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Before applying for a permit you first need a residency visa which allows you to enter Portugal for the purpose of gaining a residency permit. The residency visa is valid for four months and it allows for double entry. The processing time for a residency visa is 60 days. How long does it take to […]

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Are there beaches in Madrid Spain?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Madrid is a lovely city in Spain which has caught every traveler’s attention.It is a land-locked city and thus, there are no beaches in Madrid. However, the Manzanares River provides just enough sandy beaches near Madrid and places to enjoy. How far is the beach from Madrid Spain? Madrid, while being one of the most […]

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Can I give birth in Sweden?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The first thing to know is that Sweden is an extremely safe place to give birth. Its maternal mortality rate is one of the lowest in the world: the under-five mortality rate is fewer than three per 1,000 births, while less than four in 100,000 women die while giving birth. What happens if I give […]

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Do they use cars in Venice?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Cars are strictly forbidden in Venice, a fact which should be obvious given the city’s famous lack of roads, not to mention its iconic gondolas and vaporettoes (water-buses). However, the tourists seemingly had no idea the city was a car-free zone and blamed their sat-nav for the error. Why are cars not used in Venice? […]

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Is North London cheaper than South London?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Which is More Affordable? Typically, North London is more expensive than the south, largely because it incorporates more of Central London. Which is better North London or South London? “North London is historically older, the architecture is nicer and areas are significantly better developed. With this comes a wealth of attractions that you won’t find […]

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Why did Dublin become the capital of Ireland?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The city expanded rapidly from the 17th century and was briefly the second largest city in the British Empire after the Acts of Union in 1800. Following independence in 1922, Dublin became the capital of the Irish Free State, later renamed Ireland.Dublin. Dublin Baile Átha Cliath Website www.dublincity.ie Who made Dublin the capital of Ireland? […]

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Who is the most famous person in Madrid?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Top 9 celebrities born in Madrid Enrique Iglesias. David de Gea. Alba Flores. Alvaro Morata. Pepe Reina. Elsa Pataky. Julio Iglesias. Penelope Cruz. Who is Spain’s most famous person? Most famous Spanish celebrities El Cid. Rafael Nadal. Antoni Gaudí Antonio Banderas. Francisco Franco. Miguel De Cervantes. Salvador Dalí Spanish surrealist artist Salvador Dali was born […]

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