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What are the benefits of retiring in Georgia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Some of the benefits regarding Georgia retirement taxes include: Social Security income in Georgia is not taxed. Withdrawals from retirement accounts and pensions (both public and private) in Georgia are only partially taxed. Anyone over 65-years-old can deduct up to $65,000 of retirement income. Is Georgia a good state for retirees? Financial publication Bankrate has […]

Filed Under: United States

What is the poorest district in Uganda?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Soroti District has one of the highest concentrations of poor people per square kilometre in Uganda, according to new figures from the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBS). Who are the poor in Uganda? In Uganda, 41% of people live in poverty, and almost half of Uganda’s population is under the age of 15, representing one […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Why does Denmark have so many burglaries?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The high rate of burglary in Denmark can be attributed to burglary in houses in provincial areas outside of big cities. Additional explanations for Denmark’s high rate of burglary are sought by means of pairwise comparisons of Denmark with the other countries one by one. Why is burglary so high in Denmark? The report (here […]

Filed Under: Europe

Who is called the father of Rajasthan history?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

James Tod Lieutenant-Colonel James Tod Died 18 November 1835 (aged 53) London Occupation Political Agent; historian; cartographer; numismatist Employer East India Company Notable work Annals and Antiquities of Rajast’han; Travels in Western India Who gave the name of Rajasthan? Rajputana was Rajasthan’s old name under the British, “land of the Rajputs”, and the Maharaja of […]

Filed Under: India

Can a tourist buy a car in Chile?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

If you do not have a Chilean ID card, you need a temporary RUT from the Servicio de Impuestos Internos (SII). A RUT is necessary for the purchase of a car. If you do not have a visa yet, or are in Chile as a tourist, it is good to know that a temporary RUT […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What makes Singapore so competitive?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The city state’s competitiveness is due to its open economy, world-class talent and innovation ecosystem and much can be learned from Singapore’s pursuit of excellence. Singapore has gained the top place in this year’s IMD World Competitiveness Ranking. Is Singapore the most competitive country? SINGAPORE is no longer the world’s most competitive economy, a spot […]

Filed Under: Asia

Can Houston be a girl name?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The name Houston is a girl’s name meaning “Hugh’s town”. As far as Texas place names go, Houston is more unique than Austin and Dallas and more attractive than Marfa. Is Houston a unisex name? What is the meaning of Houston ? Houston is baby unisex name mainly popular in Christian religion and its main […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Houston, Texas

What is Sikkim flora?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Sikkim has approximately 5,000 blossoming plants, 515 extraordinary orchids, 60 primula species, 36 rhododendron species, 11 oak varieties, 23 bamboo varieties, 16 conifer species, 362 types of ferns & ferns’ allies, 8 tree ferns and more than 424 medicinal plants. What is the major flora of Sikkim? The Noble Dendrobium is the official flower of […]

Filed Under: India

Does Orange Beach Alabama have clear water?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The shoreline at Orange Beach is indeed whiter than those on the Atlantic coast, and the water does have a slight greenish hue.Orange Beach is near industrialized Mobile Bay and closer to the Mississippi River, which tans the white beach and often perpetuates a somewhat brackish hue in the water. Where is the clearest water […]

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Is Tennessee Middle America?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Tennessee is geographically, culturally, and legally divided into three Grand Divisions of East, Middle, and West Tennessee. Tennessee. Tennessee ᏔᎾᏏ (Cherokee) Tanasi Country United States Before statehood Southwest Territory Admitted to the Union June 1, 1796 (16th) Capital (and largest city) Nashville Is Tennessee considered North America? Tennessee is a state located in the Southern […]

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How many low income families are in Hong Kong?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

At the end of March 2021, there were almost 302,000 people living in “low-income households,” which means they had a monthly income of less than HK$9,100 ($1,173) according to a Hong Kong government report. How many people in Hongkong are poor? According to the Hong Kong Poverty Situation Report for 2019, after policy intervention, 15.8 […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is Taiwan and Chinese Taipei the same?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Generally in an informal setting, the term Taiwan is directly used, while Chinese Taipei is used as strictly a formality. Japan is one of the few countries to outright refuse to use the name Chinese Taipei, and directly refer to Taiwan as Taiwan, much to the dismay and disapproval by the PRC. Is Taipei in […]

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What is Australian slang for sunglasses?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Australian English is replete with such words: ‘barbie’ (a barbecue), ‘mushie’ (a mushroom), ‘prezzie’ (a present), and ‘sunnies‘ (sunglasses) to name just a few.These two words are used elsewhere but are often stereotypically associated with Australian English. What are sunnies in Australia? sunnies pl (plural only) (Australia, New Zealand, Britain, informal) Sunglasses. What is a […]

Filed Under: Australasia

What does the hook symbol mean in Hawaii?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Historical Significance of the Maui Hook Necklace in Hawaiian Jewelry.In Hawaiian jewelry, the pendant symbolizes energy, prosperity, and strength. Tradition also says that the Maui hook necklace brings its wearer good luck and the safe passage over water. What does the Hawaiian hook symbolize? Regarded as a symbol for safe passage over water, the […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

Do you need a car to live in Providence?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Yes, if you live downtown, in Federal Hill or on the East Side you can make it without a car. There are RIPTA buses and trolleys or if you locate close in enough it is a walkable city. Do you need a car to live in Providence RI? Bring your car. Unlike bigger cities such […]

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