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What is the cost of living in Kentucky compared to New York?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Comparison Highlights Cost of Living Indexes Louisville-Jefferson County, KY Manhattan, NY Overall Index: Homeowner, No Child care, Taxes Not Considered 89.7 221.4 Food & Groceries 97.0 120.4 Housing (Homeowner) 69.6 520 Median Home Cost $206,900 $1,144,100 Is Kentucky expensive to live in? An amount below 100 means Kentucky is cheaper than the US average. A […]

Filed Under: United States

What makes France so popular?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

France entices people of all ages with some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, world-class art and architecture, sensational food, stunning beaches, glitzy ski resorts, beautiful countryside and a staggering amount of history.” Why is France most visited? #1 France. France continues to be the most visited country in the world. It is one of […]

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Why do Japanese say Moshi Moshi twice?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

‘Moshi Moshi’ is an abbreviation of ‘Mosu Mosu’ (the Japanese verb ‘to speak’).Ghosts have a long history in Japanese culture – they are called 妖怪 (youkai). According to the historian, saying ‘Moshi Moshi’ twice was the way to prove you were not a ghost. Apparently ghosts can only say ‘Moshi’ once! What’s Moshi Moshi mean? […]

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How many seasons does Boston have?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

four. Boston is known for having four distinct seasons, with noticeable differences between spring, summer, fall, and winter. How long does winter last in Boston? The cold season lasts for 3.4 months, from December 4 to March 15, with an average daily high temperature below 45°F. The coldest month of the year in Boston is […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Boston, Massachusetts

Are there Jamaicans in Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Jamaican Australians are Australian people who are fully or partially of Jamaican descent. According to the 2006 Australian census, 786 Australians were born in Jamaica while 1,774 claimed Jamaican ancestry, either alone or with another ancestry. Which country has the most Jamaicans? Jamaicans are the citizens of Jamaica and their descendants in the Jamaican diaspora.Jamaicans. […]

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What is Cambridge nickname?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

“Silicon Fen” – often applied to Cambridge and the immediately surrounding region, because of the large number of High tech businesses in the area. The name alludes to similarities to Silicon Valley in California, and the city’s location close to The Fens. What does the word Cambridge mean? English: habitational name for someone from either […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Cambridge, England

Are there many Koreans in Malaysia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Koreans in Malaysia numbered 12,690 individuals as of 2015, making them the 22nd-largest community of overseas Koreans, and the 5th-largest in Southeast Asia. Which country has the most Korean immigrants? Korean diaspora Total population United States 2,546,982 China 2,461,386 Japan 824,977 Canada 241,750 Why are there so many Koreans in Kota Kinabalu? Korean tourists flock […]

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Is London a good city for university students?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

London retained its leading position as the best city in the world to study in, according to the new QS Best Student City rankings. Is London a good city for university? It is home to 18 universities in total, according to the QS World University Rankings 2022.Despite this high cost, London has claimed the title […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: England, London

Why did the South Vietnamese army lose?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The war was lost because Congress drastically reduced aid to South Vietnam while North Vietnam was receiving greatly increased support from its communist patrons. Why was the South Vietnamese army weak? Despite this, by 1975, the SVA was in tatters and the North had defeated the South.Whereas the forces of the North – and their […]

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Is it safe to swim in Grenada?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

She said both marine biologists from Eco Drive Christine Finney and Ocean Spirits Kate Charles, have confirmed that it is still very safe to swim in Grenada. Is the water clear in Grenada? La Sagesse Beach The water here is very clear and the sand is impossibly soft!While many of Grenada’s beaches lost their palm […]

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Can you fly direct to Antigua from UK?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The average flight time between United Kingdom and Saint John’s (Antigua and Barbuda’s capital), is 8 hours and 30 minutes.British Airways, Qatar Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Iberia all fly direct to Antigua and Barbuda. Which airports fly direct to Antigua from UK? You can fly from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at this island paradise […]

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Which caste is highest in Kerala?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Nambudiri Brahmins were at the top of the ritual caste hierarchy, outranking even the kings. Which caste is the highest caste? The highest of all the castes, and traditionally priests or teachers, Brahmins make up a small part of the Indian population. The British colonial authorities gave Brahmins influential clerical jobs. Which is the […]

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Is Rajasthan A Blue City?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Jodhpur was historically the capital of the Kingdom of Marwar, which is now part of Rajasthan. Jodhpur is a popular tourist destination, featuring many palaces, forts, and temples, set in the stark landscape of the Thar Desert. It is popularly known as the “Blue City” among people of Rajasthan and all over India. Why is […]

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What county does Kansas City Missouri reside in?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Jackson County. Jackson County is one of 114 counties in Missouri. It includes most of Kansas City, Missouri, and 17 other cities and towns. The County population is about 654,000 people living within 607 square miles. How many counties is Kansas City in? The Kansas City metropolitan area is a bi-state metropolitan area anchored by […]

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Who invented Charleston?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The rhythm was popularized in mainstream dance music in the United States by a 1923 tune called “The Charleston” by composer/pianist James P. Johnson, which originated in the Broadway show Runnin’ Wild and became one of the most popular hits of the decade. When was the Charleston first created? 1923The original Charleston craze started in […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Charleston, South Carolina

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