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Does Little Italy still exist?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

This is Little Italy in Manhattan.Once home to thousands of Italians and Italian-Americans, Little Italy has long since shrunk to a name on a street map and — at most — a three-block stretch of red-sauce joints on Mulberry Street patronized almost entirely by tourists. Where is the real Little Italy? Unlike Little Italy in […]

Filed Under: Europe

What US state is most like Ireland?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Ireland is around the same size as Maine. Maine is approximately 79,931 sq km, while Ireland is approximately 70,273 sq km, making Ireland 87.92% the size of Maine. Meanwhile, the population of Maine is ~1.3 million people (3.8 million more people live in Ireland). What part of the US is most like Ireland? Scituate also […]

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Hawaii?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Best Time to Book Flights to Hawaii September is the cheapest month to book your flights to Hawaii with savings up to 19% compared to the average yearly ticket price. October and August also have significantly lower prices than the rest of the year, though not as inexpensive as September. How many months in advance […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

Where does the water on Long Island come from?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Long Island’s Only Source of Drinking Water: Groundwater Aquifers. The water that flows from every single spigot in Nassau and Suffolk County comes from groundwater aquifers and nowhere else. These aquifers are ours to protect. Nothing is more important than clean water to drink. Why is Long Island water so bad? The most common contaminant […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Long Island, New York

Who ruled Brazil before Portuguese?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

1467/1468 – c. 1520) on 22 April 1500 under the sponsorship of the Kingdom of Portugal. From the 16th to the early 19th century, Brazil was a colony and a part of the Portuguese Empire. Who ruled Brazil before Portugal? Empire of Brazil Preceded by Succeeded by United Kingdom of Portugal, Brazil and the Algarves […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What is the oldest building in Tucson?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

La Casa Cordova. Possibly built as early as 1848, La Casa Cordova dates from the city’s Mexican period and is Tucson’s oldest residence. La Casa Cordova is located at 140 N. Main Ave., in the El Presidio Historic District, Tucson, Arizona, and is operated by the Tucson Museum of Art. How old is downtown Tucson? […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Arizona, Tucson

Are there any mountains in Utah?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In fact, Utah is home to no less than 84 Prominence Peaks, towering at least 2,000 feet over the surrounding terrain. Utah’s beautiful and unusual mountains offer great hiking as well as many opportunities for wildlife watching, rock climbing, mountain biking, and backcountry camping. Does Utah have mountains? Utah has three major geographic areas: the […]

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Is Pennsylvania considered a Mid-Atlantic state?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Four Mid-Atlantic states—Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania—along with the District of Columbia make up the REL Mid-Atlantic region.Geographically, the region includes heavily populated and industrialized areas around cities such as Baltimore, Philadelphia, and the District of Columbia. Is Pennsylvania Mid-Atlantic or Northeast? The Mid-Atlantic States are New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, […]

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Is Bermuda a coral reef?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Located at 32°N, Bermuda’s coral reefs are unique as they are the most northern massive coral reefs in the Atlantic Ocean. Bermuda is a volcanic island, but you wouldn’t know that by looking at it.Welcome to Bermuda’s colorful coral reefs. Reef Name Characteristics Low Sedimentation Depth: 2 to 6m Terrace Reef Low Wave Action Low […]

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How much subjects do you need for firefighter in Jamaica?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

four (4) CXC subjects (General Proficiency) – Grades 1 – 3 or. five (5) SSC subjects or equivalent. (English Language and Mathematics are compulsory.) How many subjects are needed to become a firefighter in Jamaica? fourHolds a certificate with at least four CXC or GCE ‘O’ Level subjects, or five SSC subjects or equivalent. Math […]

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What is considered low income in Sacramento?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The median income in both counties is $115,300, fairly close to the low income average. To put into perspective, HUD’s new report finds the median income in Sacramento, Placer and Yolo Counties to be about $75,000, meaning the average income in the Sacramento region is considered a low income in the Bay Area. What qualifies […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: California, Sacramento

Is anything cheaper in Switzerland?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Living in Switzerland is expensive.However, there are some things in Switzerland that are cheaper than back in North America: travel, hiking, sin items, electronics, and Swiss products! Are things more expensive in Switzerland? Prices outside Switzerland are 4% to 27% more expensive depending on the retailers compared. The categories where shopping in Switzerland hits pockets […]

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Are Vapes legal in The Bahamas?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The sale of e-cigarettes are legal in The Bahamas as they are currently not regarded as illegal drugs or medicines. At this current time there are no existing laws or regulations governing the sale, manufacture or use of e-cigarettes. How old do you have to be to buy a vape in The Bahamas? You must […]

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Can old people work in Germany?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Nearly a million of Germany’s 17 million retirees are still working to make ends meet.At 72 years of age, Günter Hüsken must still work as a gardener because his pension is only just enough to pay the rent. Is there an age limit on work in Germany? Is there an age limit for Work and […]

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Which criteria pollutants are the highest in Tucson?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Formaldehyde is top air pollutant in South Tucson, according to EPA’s outdated data. Air is the silent killer that goes unregulated in Tucson. According to the Environmental Protection Agency’s website, South Tucson’s highest chemical air pollutant is formaldehyde. Why does Tucson have bad air quality? These are some of the main causes of air pollution […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Arizona, Tucson

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