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How long does it take to drive from Southern California to Oregon?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The total driving time is 11 hours, 49 minutes. Your trip begins in the state of California. It ends in the state of Oregon. If you’re planning a road trip, you might be interested in seeing the total driving distance from California to Oregon. Can you drive from LA to Portland a day? The drive […]

Filed Under: United States

What Big river runs through Kansas?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Missouri River. The state of Kansas has several rivers, and the Missouri River defines its northeastern border and covers a length of about 75 miles.The 10 Longest Rivers in Kansas. Rank 1 River Missouri River Length (miles) 2,340 Length (km) 3,770 What is the large river that runs through Kansas? The Missouri RiverThe Missouri River […]

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Is Shanghai the heart of China?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Shanghai has changed, but in one way it remains the same: It is the engine of China’s growth.More than 700 billion yen in direct investment poured across Shanghai’s borders last year and, unlike the rest of East Asia, the city of 12 million continues to register strong economic growth. What is so special about Shanghai? […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: China, Shanghai

Is There gold in Upper Peninsula Michigan?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Both the upper and lower peninsula have produced fine gold throughout the rivers and creeks. One noteworthy area is the Ropes Gold Mine north of Ishpeming in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.In addition to the Ropes Gold Mine, reports of placer deposits occur throughout several creeks and streams in the area. Where can I find gold in […]

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Is USA and Norway allies?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The United States and Norway have a long tradition of positive relations.After the liberation from German occupation 1945, Norway abandoned its history of neutrality and joined NATO, stressing its military alliance and economic cooperation with Britain and the United States. Who are Norway’s main allies? Norway’s allies: NATO (Albania, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, […]

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What is the Gini coefficient of Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

48.2. As of 2019, Costa Rica had a Gini coefficient of 48.2. Which country has the highest Gini coefficient? South AfricaGini Coefficient By Country 2021 Rank Country Gini Index 1 South Africa 63 2 Namibia 59.1 3 Zambia 57.1 4 Sao Tome And Principe 56.3 Why does Costa Rica have high income inequality? ► Income […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How many years do you have to work in Finland to get pension?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

three years. National pension can be claimed if a person has no earnings-related pension, or if their earnings-related pension is small. National pensions are granted and paid by Kela. A requirement for claiming the national pension is that the claimant has lived in Finland for at least three years after turning 16. How much pension […]

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Why tourism is bad for Hawaii?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

This is a difficult situation because tourism as a dominant industry stifles economic diversification and weakens existing agricultural and technological development. Tourism in Hawaii makes it too costly and impractical to engage in economic diversification. What are the negative impacts of tourism in Hawaii? “At risk both for its ability to maintain an acceptable quality […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

Is Victoria bigger than the UK?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Victoria’s landmass of 228,000 square kilometres is about the size of the United Kingdom or a little smaller than the US state of California. By comparison, Australia’s size is roughly equal to mainland USA and a little larger than continental Europe. How many times would UK fit into Australia? Australia is about 32 times bigger […]

Filed Under: Canada

Is burping rude in Germany?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

1- Don’t: Eat with an open mouth or make unnatural noises. While in other cultures, burping or smacking might be a signal that the food was good and enough, in Germany you try to eat as quietly as possible.But don’t open your mouth while eating, and don’t make any slurping sounds when eating soup. What […]

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Is Orlando expensive to visit?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The simple answer, Orlando is expensive if you want the full ‘Orlando Experience’. Here is a breakdown of costs and typical prices, so you can plan your trip and make the most out of your time and money! Tips:Plan your perfect girls trip to Orlando or get romantic in the parks with your partner. Is […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Orlando

Can you drive from USA to Chile?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Why Can’t You Drive From North America to South America Even though geographically North and South America are connected by land, on the edge between Panama and Colombia there is no road linking the two countries and continents therefor you cannot drive from one continent to the other. How long does it take to drive […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What are the climates in Bolivia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

In Bolivia, there are different types of climate depending on area and altitude. In plains and lowlands, the climate is almost equatorial (i.e. hot all year round and with a short dry season) in the far north and tropical (i.e. with a longer dry season, which is also cooler) in the center-south. What are the […]

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Did India Help Nepal during earthquake?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

India has provided 1.54 billion Nepalese Rupees (INR nearly 96 crore) to Nepal as part of its commitment towards assistance and rehabilitation after the 2015 earthquake which saw the death of over 9,000 people in the country, the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu said on Thursday. How did India help Nepal in earthquake? India was the […]

Filed Under: Asia

Why was Kentucky’s role in the War of 1812 so important?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

During the War of 1812, Kentucky supplied numerous troops and supplies to the war effort. Because Kentucky did not have to commit manpower to defending fortifications, most Kentucky troops campaigned actively against the enemy. This led to Kentucky seeing more battle casualties than all other states combined. What did Kentucky do in the War of […]

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