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Does Venezuela cross the equator?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Venezuela comprises a continental mainland and numerous islands located off the Venezuelan coastline in the Caribbean Sea. The country borders Guyana to the east, Brazil to the south, and Colombia to the west.Falling within the tropics, Venezuela sits close to the equator, in the Northern Hemisphere. How close to the equator is Venezuela? Distance facts […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What happened in Tokyo in ww2?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Bombing of Tokyo, (March 9–10, 1945), firebombing raid (codenamed “Operation Meetinghouse”) by the United States on the capital of Japan during the final stages of World War II, often cited as one of the most destructive acts of war in history, more destructive than the bombing of Dresden, Hiroshima, or Nagasaki. Why was Tokyo bombed […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Japan, Tokyo

Is there 10000 lakes in Minnesota?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Despite the famous moniker, Minnesota actually has 14,444 lakes of 10 acres or more, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. While the state’s official nickname is the “the North Star State,” Minnesota has proudly touted its “10,000 lakes” tagline since 1950, when it first appeared on state license plates. How many lakes are in Minnesota? […]

Filed Under: United States

Can I be a dual citizen of the US and the Netherlands?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Dual citizenship those who acquire another citizenship at the time of birth (for example, a child born to Dutch parents in the United States would hold both US and Dutch citizenship). Can an American have dual citizenship with the Netherlands? Under the current Dutch Citizenship Act, you can keep dual nationality and multiple passports for […]

Filed Under: Europe

Should I speak English or Spanish in Portugal?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Try not to speak Spanish. Portuguese words may look similar but the people don’t like being addressed in Spanish as you say. English is much better, you will have little problem in most areas. Is Spanish useful in Portugal? Or do they at least understand? The short answer is no; the Portuguese don’t speak Spanish. […]

Filed Under: Europe

How many cigarettes can you bring back from Aruba?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

200 cigarettes. Import regulations: 200 cigarettes or 25 cigars or 50 cigarillo’s or 250 grams smoking tobacco; 2. 1 liter of distilled beverages; 3. How much cigarettes can I bring to US? 200 cigarettesMore information may be obtained from the U.S. Customs website “Importing a Motor Vehicle.” You are permitted to bring 100 cigars or […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Are roads to Manali safe?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

over a year ago. The highway is very good and there are very few bumps in the way to Manali. One problem that you might face is traffic congestion. There are times when it becomes impossible to move the vehicle for hours and so. Is it safe to travel to Manali now by car? Visiting […]

Filed Under: India Tagged With: Himachal Pradesh, Manali

Is Denver more expensive than Dallas?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The cost of living in Denver, CO is 15.6% higher than in Dallas, TX. You would have to earn a salary of $69,357 to maintain your current standard of living. Employers in Denver, CO typically pay 1.8% more than employeers in Dallas, TX. Is Colorado more expensive than Texas? Colorado’s cost of living is 21 […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Colorado, Denver

Why is Lima so polluted?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Contributors to poor air quality in Peru include the oil and gas industry, the mining industry, and vehicle emissions. Available data indicates that Lima has consistently high levels of air pollution. Why is Lima Peru so polluted? According to Luis Tagle, executive coordinator of the Clean Air Initiative committee for Lima and Callao, the principal […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Lima, Peru

Are there coal mines in Hawaii?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

History. There is no history of coal mining in Hawaii, as the state has little or no coal reserves. The coal power industry is also very weak in Hawaii – the state’s sole coal-fired power plant was built in 1992, and there are no active proposals to build new coal-fired power plants in the state. […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

How does Canada protect human rights?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

In Canada, human rights are protected by federal, provincial and territorial laws.The Charter protects every Canadian’s right to be treated equally under the law. The Charter guarantees broad equality rights and other fundamental rights such as the freedom of expression, freedom of assembly and freedom of religion. How does Canada support human rights? Canadians care […]

Filed Under: Canada

Does Oregon get a lot of rain?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

How Much Does it Rain in Oregon? Spoiler alert: It doesn’t rain in Oregon as much as you probably think it does. Annually, Portland gets about 43 inches of rain.The 43ish inches of rain happen in Portland over an average of 154 days, whereas the 62 inches of rain in Mobile happens over about 59 […]

Filed Under: United States

Does cooking at home save money Singapore?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Cooking at home is one of the most obvious ways to save money and stay healthy, other than limiting yourself to only the yong tau foo stall at the hawker centre. But groceries in Singapore are expensive due to the fact that most of it is imported. Is it cheaper to cook at home in […]

Filed Under: Asia

How important is punctuality in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Time – Time in Argentina is approached in a very relaxed and flexible manner. Punctuality is not a priority among Argentinian people and you may find they arrive late to business functions. Argentinians also tend to multitask, often allowing interruptions to distract them from the task at hand. Are Argentinians punctual? Expats also tend to […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Are taxis in Puerto Vallarta safe?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

In fact, avoid taking taxis at all in Puerto Vallarta and use Uber instead.Taxis are not metered in Puerto Vallarta; instead you pay by zones. Be sure to establish the fare before you ride. Are Ubers safe in Puerto Vallarta? Yes, Uber is considered to be safe in Puerto Vallarta. Is it safe to take […]

Filed Under: Mexico

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