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Can I bring a knife back from Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Generally speaking, there is no issue with bringing a kitchen knife in checked luggage and through customs. It’s not like you are bringing a military weapon. Can I bring a knife home from Japan? The short answer is yes, tourists may purchase kitchen knives of any length while visiting Japan. The knife laws, while strict, […]

Filed Under: Asia

What foods is Utah famous for?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

These 15 Iconic Foods in Utah Will Have Your Mouth Watering Utah Scones. Wally Gobetz/flickr. Bear Lake Raspberries. Sea Turtle/flickr. Fernwood Mint Sandwiches. Fernwood Candy. Utah Tomatoes. THOR/flickr. Pastrami Burgers. Bill Walsh/flickr. Ice Cream Shakes. Ruairí/flickr. Green Jello. FraserElliot/flickr. Utah Corn. What good is Utah known for? The state is known for its skiing, with […]

Filed Under: United States

Is it expensive to live in Dublin Ireland?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Summary about cost of living in Dublin, Ireland: Family of four estimated monthly costs are 3,609$ (3,182€) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 1,008$ (888€) without rent. Dublin is 21.49% less expensive than New York (without rent). What is a good salary to live in Dublin? The €50-60k per year is a […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Dublin, Ireland

Is it safe to drive to Santa Fe in the winter?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The dangers worsen as you travel north in New Mexico. Areas like Santa Fe, Taos, Raton, and other northern cities get a lot of snow and icy conditions in the winter, and drivers need to proceed with caution.It is important that all of your windows are clean and clear of ice or snow before driving. […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: New Mexico, Santa Fe

Why did China change Peking to Beijing?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

After the establishment of the People’s Republic of China in 1949, the government adopted the pinyin transliteration method and used it to write proper names using the Latin alphabet. In theory, that’s when Peking became known in the west as Beijing. Why did Peking become Beijing? The occupying Japanese in 1937 imposed the name Peking […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Beijing, China

How do you greet someone in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

When greeting for the first time or in a formal setting, Argentines generally shake hands and give a slight nod to show respect. The ‘abrazo’ is the most common greeting among friends and family. This consists of a handshake and an embrace. The number of kisses when giving an abrazo varies from region to region. […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How long is winter in Oklahoma?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The cold season lasts for 3.0 months, from November 25 to February 23, with an average daily high temperature below 58°F. The coldest month of the year in Oklahoma City is January, with an average low of 31°F and high of 50°F. What are the winter months in Oklahoma? November 2021 to October 2022. Winter […]

Filed Under: United States

How many years did Egypt have slaves?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Comprehension exercises: By this time, the buying, selling, and transferring of slaves had been illegal in Egypt for nearly 20 years. How many years did Egypt last? For almost 30 centuries—from its unification around 3100 B.C. to its conquest by Alexander the Great in 332 B.C.—ancient Egypt was the preeminent civilization in the Mediterranean world. […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Which year had the most tornadoes in Illinois?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

This was the second largest tornado outbreak in Illinois since 1950. The biggest tornado outbreak occurred on April 19, 1996 when 41 tornadoes struck the state.Record Number of Tornadoes in Illinois in 2006. Month Tornadoes February 1 March 21 April 60 May 17 How many tornadoes have there been in Illinois since 1950? This plot […]

Filed Under: United States

What are the symbols on the Michigan state flag?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The flag — Michigan’s third since becoming a state — was adopted in 1911. The current coat of arms was adopted at the same time, but its basic elements date to 1835, including a Latin saying that means “I will defend” and several mini-symbols: an elk, a moose, an eagle, a peninsula, a lake and […]

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How many corners does Portugal have in Germany?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Shots (on Goal) POR GER 0 Yellow Cards 2 0 Red Cards 0 2 Offsides 1 5 Corner Kicks 3 Has Portugal ever beat Germany? Watch: Germany coach Joachim Löw highlights the German belief as they came from behind to beat Portugal.Group F. Germany WonW 1 DrawnD 1 LostL 1 ForGF 6 Which team is […]

Filed Under: Europe

Is English widely spoken in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The primary language in Brazil is Portuguese, which is spoken by 98% of the people in Brazil.English is not widely spoken there, with the British Council reporting that only 5% of the Brazilian population (a little over 10 million people) were able to communicate in English in 2019. What percentage of Brazil speaks English? According […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Why is Australia not a continent?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

At about 3 million square miles (7.7 million square km), Australia is the smallest continent on Earth.According to Britannica, an island is a mass of land that is both “entirely surrounded by water” and also “smaller than a continent.” By that definition, Australia can’t be an island because it’s already a continent. Why is Australia […]

Filed Under: Australasia

What is the best tribe in Uganda?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Baganda is the most dominant tribes in Uganda and their population is around 35 million. Which is the poorest tribe in Uganda? Distribution of Uganda’s Poor. When it comes to were the poor are most found, Karamoja has the highest percentage of poor people at 74%. This is followed by West Nile at 42%, […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Is Indiana a good state to live in?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Anyone looking to relocate to the Hoosier State will also be happy to know home prices in Indiana are among the most affordable in the country. As well, the state boasts a strong economy that is about the size of Norway, according to the American Enterprise Institute.1 best place to live in America in 2017. […]

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