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Why does Palm Springs exist?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Palm Springs was incorporated as a city in 1938, long after it became a playground for movie stars in the 1920’s. Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley played an important part in World War II. The desert became a training ground for General George S. Patton’s troops prior to the North Africa invasion. What’s so […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: California, Palm Springs

What was Edinburgh called before?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Edinburgh was referred to in the form “Din Eidyn” or “Fort of Eidyn”, when the settlement was a Gododdin hillfort. What was Edinburgh called in Roman times? The area is a sleepy coastal suburb today but in the second century AD the fort here was the Romans’ largest military settlement in Scotland. ​At this time, […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Edinburgh, Scotland

Do I need French to study in Montreal?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

You do not need to speak French to live in Canada, because most provinces have an English-speaking majority. Can you study in Montreal without French? Their stories resonate with thousands of students who have completed their studies in Montreal, having no prior knowledge of French.In Montreal, students have several opportunities to learn French. Universities, colleges […]

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How much does it cost to snorkel in Cancun?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Snorkel Cancun cost, get your cheap snorkeling now! Cancun snorkel with an Snorkeling In Cancun With Turtles, Reef, Underwater Statues, Shipwreck And Underwater Cenote: $59.99 usd per person Snorkeling Tour + T-shirt: $69.00 usd per person Swim And Fly: $94.00 usd per person Swim And Ride: $94.00 usd per person Is it worth snorkeling in […]

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What are the names of Karnataka?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Kalaburagi (Gulbarga) Kodagu. Kolar. Koppal. Mandya. Mysuru (Mysore) Raichur. Ramanagara. What are the other names for Karnataka? It was formed on 1 November 1956, with the passage of the States Reorganisation Act. Originally known as the State of Mysore /maɪˈsɔːr/, it was renamed Karnataka in 1973. The state corresponds to the Carnatic region. What were […]

Filed Under: India

What was the original capital of Delaware?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Dover. Dover, city, capital (1777) of Delaware, U.S., seat of Kent county, in the east-central portion of the state on the St. Jones River. It was laid out in 1717 around an existing county courthouse and jail on the order (1683) of William Penn and was named for the English city. What was the capital […]

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Does Denmark use PayPal?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

In Denmark, the most popular online payment methods are VISA (Dankort), MasterCard, MobilePay, Trustly (online bank transfers) and PayPal.MobilePay – made in Denmark – has over 4 million app users for P2P, in-store and online payments. Is PayPal popular in Denmark? Around five percent of Danes used PayPal, nearly four percent used online banking, and […]

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What weather is Texas known for?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Most of Texas has summer-like conditions from mid-April through October. Blistering heat with relentless sunshine is common during this season. Extreme weather conditions include droughts, blizzards, thunderstorms, hail, tornadoes and hurricanes (along the coast). What is the main climate in Texas? Features. The eastern portion of Texas, which comprises about a third of the state, […]

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How is dating in Norway?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Casual dating is on the rise around the world, but in Norway it’s long been a fixture. This is a country where the normal “rules” of dating are reversed: sex typically comes first and emotional intimacy follows more slowly – if and when the vibe is right. How do Norwegians date? Putting It All Together […]

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How cold does it get in Martha’s Vineyard?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

24°F to 79°F. At Martha’s Vineyard Airport, the summers are warm, humid, and windy; the winters are very cold, snowy, and extremely windy; and it is partly cloudy year round. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 24°F to 79°F and is rarely below 10°F or above 85°F. Does Martha’s Vineyard […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts

Is Austria richer than UK?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

make 11.4% less money Austria has a GDP per capita of $50,000 as of 2017, while in United Kingdom, the GDP per capita is $44,300 as of 2017. Is Austria more expensive than UK? United Kingdom is 28.9% more expensive than Austria. Is Austria richer than Germany? Austrians on average have more spending power than […]

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Are there alligators or crocodiles in Maryland?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

“We have had alligators or other nonnative crocodilians show up in the wild in Maryland in the past,” Bortz said. He said residents have illegally kept alligators as pets, then released them into the wild when they become too large. “There are no Maryland state laws against killing an alligator,” he said. Does Maryland have […]

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Who ended the California Gold Rush?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Guadelupe Hidalgo. After two years of fighting, the United States emerged the victor. On February 2, 1848, the Treaty of Guadelupe Hidalgo was signed, formally ending the war and handing control of California to the United States. Who ended up making money off of the California Gold Rush? Sam Brannan was the great beneficiary of […]

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Is Laos its own country?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Laos, landlocked country of northeast-central mainland Southeast Asia.Overall, the country extends about 650 miles (1,050 km) from northwest to southeast. The capital is Vientiane (Lao: Viangchan), located on the Mekong River in the northern portion of the country. What country does Laos belong to? Laos is an independent republic, and the only landlocked nation in […]

Filed Under: Asia

Does Princess go to Bermuda?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Princess Cruises offers cruises that make ports of call at Bermuda. The stops are part of itineraries that include other vacation destinations. Where does the Princess cruise ship go? Worldwide Destinations Destinations include the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Europe, Mexico, South America/Antarctica, Australia/New Zealand, South Pacific, Hawaii, Tahiti/French Polynesia, Asia, India, Africa, Canada/New England and […]

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