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Is Boston College highly selective?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Boston College admissions is most selective with an acceptance rate of 26%. Half the applicants admitted to Boston College have an SAT score between 1330 and 1500 or an ACT score of 31 and 34. However, one quarter of admitted applicants achieved scores above these ranges and one quarter scored below these ranges. What schools […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Boston, Massachusetts

Is there a high-speed train from Barcelona to Madrid?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The Madrid–Barcelona high-speed rail line is a 621-kilometre (386 mi) standard gauge railway line inaugurated on 20 February 2008. Designed for speeds of 350 km/h (217 mph) and compatibility with neighbouring countries’ rail systems, it connects the cities of Madrid and Barcelona in 2 hours 30 minutes. How much does it cost to take the […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Madrid, Spain

Is Singapore its own nation?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Singapore is a city, a nation and a state. It is about 275 square miles, smaller than the State of Rhode Island, and inhabited by five million people from four major communities; Chinese (majority), Malay, Indian and Eurasian. Is Singapore a free nation? In 2018, Singapore was ranked 151st by Reporters Without Borders in the […]

Filed Under: Asia

What suburb has the highest crime rate in Melbourne?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The top 10 suburbs with the highest crime rates were: Melbourne City: 35.76 incidents per 100 residents. Collingwood: 21.51 incidents per 100 residents. Fitzroy: 19.64 incidents per 100 residents. Campbellfield: 19.05 incidents per 100 residents. Docklands: 18.65 incidents per 100 residents. What area in Victoria has the highest crime rate? The City of Melbourne had […]

Filed Under: Australasia

What is culture like in the Netherlands?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Dutch people are usually very open, friendly and welcoming. In the Netherlands, only parents and children live together. In general, they do not live with grandparents, aunts, and uncles. During meals, Dutch families usually share their adventures of the day. How would you describe Dutch culture? They are disciplined, conservative, and pay attention to the […]

Filed Under: Europe

Are there pineapples in St Lucia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Pineapples are produced by small scale farmers in St. Lucia mainly for local consumption. The main cultivars grown are the Smooth Cayenne, Antigua Black and some “unimproved” cultivars. What fruit is grown in St Lucia? Local (seasonal) fruits include: Mangoes, Guavas, Wax apples, Love apples, a few different types of “plums” passion fruit, sugar apple, […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Does Japan have a navy?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (Japanese: 海上自衛隊, Hepburn: Kaijō Jieitai, abbreviated JMSDF), also simply known as the Japanese Navy, is the maritime warfare branch of the Japan Self-Defense Forces, tasked with the naval defense of Japan.The JMSDF has a fleet of 154 ships and 346 aircraft and 50,800 personnel. Does Japan have a powerful navy? […]

Filed Under: Asia

What is the most beautiful village in Ireland?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The Most Beautiful Villages in Ireland Rosses Point, Sligo. Natural Feature. View. Cong, Mayo. Natural Feature. View. Derrynane, Kerry. Natural Feature. Baltimore, Cork. Natural Feature. Sneem, Kerry. Natural Feature. Adare, Limerick. Architectural Landmark. Roundstone, Galway. Natural Feature. Leighlinbridge, Carlow. Natural Feature. Which is the prettiest village in Ireland? Arguably the most beautiful village in all […]

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Where can you find most of Melbourne street art?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Hosier Lane is Melbourne’s most famous laneway for street art, however there are many other laneways in the inner city that exhibit street art. Where can I see street art in Melbourne? Hosier Lane. Opposite Federation Square and joining Flinders Lane with Flinders Street, the cobblestoned Hosier Lane is arguably the central point of the […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Does coffee grow in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Coffee production in Guatemala began to develop in the 1850s. Coffee is an important element of Guatemala’s economy. Guatemala was Central America’s top producer of coffee for most of the 20th and the beginning of the 21st century, until being overtaken by Honduras in 2011. Do they grow coffee in Guatemala? Coffee has helped fuel […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is Tokyo bigger than Dubai?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Dubai has just 2.4 million residents, while there are estimated to be a massive 13.5 million people living in Tokyo. Is Tokyo expensive than Dubai? Tokyo is 44.3% more expensive than Dubai. Is Dubai cheaper than Tokyo? When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Tokyo, we can see that Dubai […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Japan, Tokyo

Is Toronto less affordable than New York?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Toronto Real Estate Is The Third Least Affordable City Toronto real estate came in third — more affordable than Vancouver, but less than New York City. The city’s index reached 1.56 in Q2 2021, up 3 bps from the previous quarter. Is New York more affordable than Toronto? Cost of living in New York City […]

Filed Under: Canada

What is the nicest beach on Florida’s east coast?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

15 Top-Rated East Coast Beaches South Beach, Miami, FL. Aerial view of South Beach, Miami. Siesta Key Beach, FL. Aerial view of Siesta Key Beach. Fort Lauderdale Beach, FL. Virginia Beach, VA. Myrtle Beach, SC. Coligny Beach, Hilton Head, SC. Coast Guard Beach, Eastham, MA. Menemsha Beach, Martha’s Vineyard, MA. What is the prettiest beach […]

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Can I buy property in Singapore as a foreigner?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Can Foreigners Buy Freehold Properties? Yes, foreign buyers can purchase both freehold and leasehold private condos in Singapore, but they need to pay an Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) of 20%. Can non resident foreigners buy property in Singapore? Yes, foreigners can buy property in Singapore, but with certain restrictions.Foreigners can own private apartment or […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is it rude to not finish food in Italy?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Italian here: Leaving a “Little bit” of leftover is not too offensive however is quite unclassy, it is a behavior typically associated with the “new riches”, as if “I used to be hungry now I can even leave the food on my plate”. If you can, avoid & enjoy the whole plate of (great) food. […]

Filed Under: Europe

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