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Why San Francisco is the best city in the world?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

In their own words, San Francisco’s “year-round mild weather, a thriving restaurant and take-out scene, high-quality cannabis, and endless, accessible adventures in nature” have made the City by the Bay the most desirable place on Earth. Is San Francisco one of the best cities in the world? (KRON) – Time Out crowned San Francisco as […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: California, San Francisco

Is Mississippi expensive?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Mississippi Mississippi has the lowest cost out of living of all 50 states. Mississippi’s cost of living index is 84.8. At a housing index of 66.7, Mississippi has the lowest housing costs in the country, with the average home price at $128,000 ad the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment at $795 per month. Is […]

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Is Cuba considered a Third World country?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Third World was normally seen to include many countries with colonial pasts in Africa, Latin America, Oceania and Asia.Some countries in the Communist Bloc, such as Cuba, were often regarded as “Third World”. Is Cuba considered a 3rd world country? The Cuban government controls all aspects of everyday life, and the simplest things that […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

How did the United States respond to the Berlin blockade set up by the Soviet Union in 1948?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Lasting Impact of the Blockade and the Allied Response Beginning June 26, 1948, two days after the blockade was announced, U.S. and British planes carried out the largest air relief operation in history, transporting some 2.3 million tons of supplies into West Berlin on more than 270,000 flights over 11 months. How did the United […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Berlin, Germany

Why is Botswana doing so well?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Botswana is blessed by two great pieces of fortune – huge diamond deposits and vast pristine areas of wilderness where big cats roam free and which are home to more elephants than anywhere else in the world. Both have helped the country’s per capita wealth jump more than 100-fold in 50 years. Is Botswana a […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Do Japanese kids bow to their parents?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

They usually learn this completely new way of talking in class as they learn other subjects. It changes from the already formal way they speak to their parents to a higher level of formality mostly used with teachers, professors, and elderly people. When speaking with elders, they usually bow as a sign of respect. Is […]

Filed Under: Asia

Why was the invasion of Italy important?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Allied invasion of Italy was significant for several reasons. One reason was that the invasion of Italy meant that the Allies were successful with their invasion of North Africa. The Allies wanted to control North Africa before invading Italy.It also allowed the Allies to secure the Mediterranean Sea. How did the invasion of Italy […]

Filed Under: Europe

What counties make up Los Angeles?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

These five counties, (Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura) make up a group of four metropolitan areas (Riverside and San Bernardino are combined into one area). What cities make up Los Angeles? Cities in Los Angeles County Los Angeles (3,792,621) Long Beach (462,257) Glendale (191,719) Santa Clarita (176,320) Lancaster (156,633) Palmdale (152,750) Pomona […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: California, Los Angeles

What’s the national dish of Ecuador?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Encebollado – a fish stew from Ecuador, regarded as a national dish. What is the most popular dish in Ecuador? Encebollado is the national dish of Ecuador, a fish soup that is characterized by a large amount of onions. Very useful in curing hangovers, the dish is made with fresh tuna meat, cassava root, tomatoes, […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Can unmarried couples stay in hotels in Indonesia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The news might come as a shock, but it’s all true. Indonesian government has proposed a new law under which an unmarried couple won’t be allowed to stay in a hotel room together in Bali and if they do, it’d be considered a criminal offence. Can unmarried couples stay in hotels in Bali? Bali has […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is Kentucky considered a Confederate state?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Nevertheless, the provisional government was recognized by the Confederate States of America, and Kentucky was admitted to the Confederacy on December 10, 1861. Kentucky, the final state admitted to the Confederacy, was represented by the 13th (central) star on the Confederate battle flag. What side was Kentucky on during the Civil War? UnionAfter the battle […]

Filed Under: United States

Does Google duo work in Cuba?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Google Duo, the search giant’s video chat app, now supports voice calls worldwide. The feature was made available in Brazil only last month, but can now be accessed anywhere in the world, according to Duo’s principal engineer, Justin Uberti. Can you use Google duo internationally? Duo will work with international numbers but the text options […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Is tap water safe to drink in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

WATER. Only drink bottled, filtered or boiled water and do not drink water straight from the tap! Water from the tap is fine for washing your hands, showering, and brushing your teeth. In terms of showering in Cusco it is best to keep your showers short. Can I drink tap water in Peru? Visitors should […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is Iceland good country to retire?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Iceland is the best country in the world to retire, according to Natixis Investment Managers’ latest Global Retirement Index. How much do you need to retire in Iceland? For a retired couple, this means proving you can spend at least 270,825 Icelandic kronur ($2,376) a month to support yourself. You’ll also need to provide health […]

Filed Under: Europe

Where in Peru do guinea pigs eat?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Guinea pigs at a farm for the animals in Puno, Peru, where they’re considered a delicacy. You may best know the guinea pig as a nervous little pet that lives in a cage and eats alfalfa pellets. Where are guinea pigs most commonly eaten? Eating guinea pig is an ancient tradition in many different parts […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

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