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Can I drink the tap water in Montreal?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Almost 90% of all water in Montreal comes from the St. Laurent. Other sources are lake Saint-Louis, the Rivière-des-Prairies delta. Water is safe to drink according to criteria established by the Federal Agency. Is the tap water in Montreal safe to drink? While Montreal’s water is of excellent quality and is safe to drink, lead […]

Filed Under: Canada

What is orange Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The orange was first developed in Japan back in the 70s and is actually a hybrid between the kiyomi and ponkan citrus. It’s sweet and, like its cousin the mikan, only grows between December and February, during Japan’s winter. Is orange a color in Japan? Instead of being based on 7 basic colors (red, orange, […]

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Is Arkansas a good state for homesteading?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Arkansas Compared to many other states in the USA, Arkansas also has a lower learning curve for homesteading. The land is mostly arable and the climate is moderate. The USDA puts most of Arkansas in the hardiness zone of 6b to 8a, which means you get about 200 days between last and first frost. Can […]

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What is the safest part of Maryland?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Top 4 Safest Cities in Maryland City Population Rank Taneytown 6,795 1 Takoma Park 18,049 2 Riverdale Park 7,330 3 Baltimore 605,436 4 Where should you not live in Maryland? The 20 Worst Places to Live in Maryland Frederick. Frederick is a city in Frederick County in Western Maryland. Takoma Park. Takoma Park is a […]

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Are there geckos in Bali?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

There are two relatively unique types of gecko in Bali. One might not be characterized fully as a gecko. The skink is a small lizard, that always looks wet, but doesn’t make a gecko sound. It’s mostly brown with a yellowish color in the center of the body. What kind of geckos are in Bali? […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Bali, Indonesia

Do I pay VAT on goods from Austria?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Whilst VAT compliance rules are set by the EU, Austria is still free to set its standard VAT rate. It may also levy reduced VAT rates on a limited range of goods for economic reason. Businesses VAT registered in Austria must use these rates when supplying goods and services. Is Austria in the EU for […]

Filed Under: Europe

Is it safe to travel alone in Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Generally speaking, Nepal is a safe place to travel for international visitors traveling alone.Nepal, a destination with exotic culture and religions, actually is a safe destination for solo travelers. Is Nepal safe for solo female Travellers? Nepal’s hospitality is one of the best in the world, there are hundreds of solo women travelers comes every […]

Filed Under: Asia

What was the old name of St Petersburg city?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Petrograd. Petersburg, Russian Sankt-Peterburg, formerly (1914–24) Petrograd and (1924–91) Leningrad, city and port, extreme northwestern Russia. A major historical and cultural centre and an important port, St. What did they rename St. Petersburg? The city, known in English as “St. Petersburg.” was changed to “Petrograd” in 1914 at the start of World War I because […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Russia, St Petersburg

Where do rich people hang out in Lisbon?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The Praca do Comercio is where all the rich people hang out, apparently; back in the day, the largest of Lisbon’s plazas was the hub for all traders and financiers funding round-the-world expeditions. Even if you couldn’t care less about the bourgeoisie, it’s beautiful and a must-see. Where do wealthy people live in Lisbon? Cascais […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Lisbon, Portugal

What percentage of Australia are poor?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Our 2020 report Poverty in Australia 2020: Part 1, Overview found that there are 3.24 million people (13.6%) living below the poverty line of 50% of median income – including 774,000 children (17.7%) and 424,800 young people (13.9%). What is the poverty rate in Australia 2019? 3.24 million people (13.6% of the population or over […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Is there a housing shortage in North Dakota?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Across North Dakota, there is a shortage of rental homes affordable and available to extremely low income households (ELI), whose incomes are at or below the poverty guideline or 30% of their area median income (AMI). Is there still a housing shortage? The current situation With a 4.8-month supply of homes as recently as May […]

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Who can enter NAS Pensacola?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The National Naval Aviation Museum is located on board NAS Pensacola. Access to the air station and therefore the museum is limited to all holders of current Department of Defense (DoD) ID. Under the Trusted Traveler Program, he/she may escort up to 15 guests in a maximum of one vehicle. Can civilians visit NAS Pensacola? […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Pensacola

Is there freedom of religion in Poland?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The constitution provides for freedom of religion. It states religion is a personal choice, and all churches and religious organizations have equal rights. A concordat with the Holy See defines relations with the Roman Catholic Church.The law prohibits public speech offensive to religious sentiment. Does Poland have religious freedom? The Polish Constitution assures freedom of […]

Filed Under: Europe

Does everyone in New York have an accent?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

There are some cities you can identify with just an accent, including New York.You may have heard about the “Brooklyn accent” or “Bronx accent” (or seen comedian Fred Armisen’s impressions), but Quinlan says New York’s accents are defined more along ethnic lines than by boroughs or neighborhoods. Why do some people from New York not […]

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How much does a meal cost in Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

While meal prices in Iceland can vary, the average cost of food in Iceland is kr3,783 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Iceland should cost around kr1,513 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. Is it expensive to […]

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