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Is Rafael a Brazilian name?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Rafael: One of Brazil’s top 10 boy names, this Brazilian name means “God has healed” in Spanish. The meaning makes it a beautiful choice for a rainbow baby or any little boy that has proven a blessing after loss or struggle in the family. What nationality is the name Rafael? Raphael is a name of […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How old is the 3 Mile Bridge in Pensacola?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The original Pensacola Bay Bridge opened in 1931 as a narrow, two-lane bascule (drawbridge) structure. When was the 3 mile bridge built? Three Mile Bridge has been around Pensacola Bay Bridge, a portion of U.S. Highway 98, connects Pensacola with Gulf Breeze. The original bridge was built in 1931 and replaced in 1960. When was […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Pensacola

How long do you have to live in New Zealand to become a permanent resident?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

2 years. If you have a New Zealand residence visa and have been living in New Zealand for 2 years or more, you may be eligible for a Permanent Resident Visa, which would allow you to travel to and from New Zealand any time you like. How long does it take to get permanent residency […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Why is the Iceland advert banned?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Iceland’s Christmas campaign has been pulled from TV because it has been deemed to breach political advertising rules.Clearcast, the body responsible for vetting ads before they are broadcast to the public, said it was in breach of rules banning political advertising laid down by the 2003 Communications Act. What Christmas advert was banned? Watch the […]

Filed Under: Europe

How did sailors get to India before Christopher Columbus?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Indian Ocean became one of the great channels of trade between nations. Greek merchants from Egypt exploited the monsoon winds to ensure a swift passage to south India. Who crossed the ocean before Columbus? Leif Eriksson Day commemorates the Norse explorer believed to have led the first European expedition to North America. Nearly 500 […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Columbus, Ohio

What do people call Minnesotans?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

State-Based Nicknames Official Names Nicknames & Alternative Names Minnesotan Mississippian Mississippier, Mississipper Missourian Montanan What do you call a Minnesota person? Minnesota. People who live in Minnesota are called Minnesotans. How do you insult someone from Minnesota? How to piss off someone from Minnesota Disobey the rules of Minnesota Nice. Play any other way than […]

Filed Under: United States

Is Sri Lanka safe to travel to?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Reconsider travel to Sri Lanka due to COVID-19. Exercise increased caution in Sri Lanka due to terrorism.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Sri Lanka due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country. What should I avoid in Sri Lanka? 13 […]

Filed Under: Asia

What is the most common Japanese last name?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Do you know what the most common surnames in Japan are? According to an online database, the top three most common surnames in Japan (as of 2021) are 佐藤/Sato, 鈴木/Suzuki, and 高橋/Takahashi. However, these names are not evenly distributed across the country. What are common Japanese last name? In ascending order, the most common Japanese […]

Filed Under: Asia

How poor is Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The Poor in Vietnam Being the 13th most populous country with more than 95 million people, 9.8 percent of the population living in poverty means about 9 million people in absolute term. This number exceeds the entire population of quite a few countries such as Laos, Israel, and Libya. Is Vietnam considered poor? Vietnam’s shift […]

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What is the halfway point from Houston to Austin?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Halfway between Austin, TX and Houston, TX The best city between Austin, TX and Houston, TX to meet is Brenham, Texas which is about 8 miles from the exact midpoint. The town that marks the exact halfway point is actually Zionville, Texas. The closest zip code to the midpoint is 77835. What cities are in […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Austin, Texas

What’s good about living in New Mexico?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

A WalletHub study has compared the states on 52 indicators of livability and has determined that New Mexico ranks 50th as 2021’s best states to live in. The states were compared across five factors including affordability, economy, education and health, quality of life, and safety. Is moving to New Mexico a good idea? People love […]

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What is the warmest part of Ohio?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Cincinnati was the warmest major Ohio city this spring, with an average high of 71 degrees. What city in Ohio has the best climate? The city with the best weather in Ohio is Cincinnati. The reason Cincinnati has the best weather is that the average annual temperature is higher than other cities, […]

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What’s bad about Boston College?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The worst thing about BC is it’s lack of arts. They try to inspire more participation with the arts fest, but so far it hasn’t had too much of an effect. Students are more focused on getting a practical career in front of them; most art majors are also majors in something else that is […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Boston, Massachusetts

What are houses like in Indonesia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Traditional Indonesian kampung houses are built from bamboo and woods from the forests. The roofs are thatched with palm leaves or reeds. but, there is a mixture of housing styles in most kampungs.If the kampung is near the sea the people can fish. What is the traditional house in Indonesia? Rumah adat are traditional houses […]

Filed Under: Asia

What is the population of Cape Cod?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Cape Cod Population Demographics top Y-o-Y Change Total Population 197,243 -0.1% Male Population 94,484 0.0% Female Population 102,759 -0.2% What is the year-round population of Cape Cod? 220,000 personsYear-round, well over 220,000 persons reside on Cape Cod. What percentage of Cape Cod is white? Table Businesses Total employer establishments, 2019 8,679 Total employment, 2019 77,116 […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Cape Cod, Massachusetts

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