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Are there any safe places to live in New Mexico?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Unfortunately, New Mexico is not one of the safest states in the nation, recording the highest rate of property crime and 2nd highest rate of violent crime. Safest Cities in New Mexico, 2019. Rank City Safety Index 1 Los Alamos 0.98 2 Portales -0.02 3 Alamogordo -0.07 4 Santa Fe -0.17 What are the bad […]

Filed Under: United States

When did Illinois end segregation?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

In 1874, state laws forbidding segregation were passed. The Illinois Civil Rights Act of 1885 was passed forbidding discrimination in public facilities and places such as hotels, rail roads, theatres, and restaurants. But anti-discrimination laws had little effect on long standing racial tensions. When did slavery end in Illinois? Although Illinois’ new Constitution of 1848 […]

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Why is Helsinki important to Finland?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Helsinki, Swedish Helsingfors, capital of Finland. It is the leading seaport and industrial city of the nation.Helsinki was founded in 1550 by King Gustav I Vasa of Sweden and was intended to compete with the city of Reval (now Tallinn, Estonia), which lies on the southern shore of the Gulf of Finland. Why is Helsinki […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Finland, Helsinki

Do you lose Australian citizenship if you move to another country?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Before 4 April 2002, Australian citizens who became citizens of another country lost their Australian citizenship automatically. Since that date Australian citizens who become citizens of another country may in some circumstances become dual citizens. A person will lose Australian citizenship if it is revoked. Does Australia allow dual citizenship? Can I have dual citizenship […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Who first settled in Croatia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

According to the work De Administrando Imperio written by the 10th-century Byzantine Emperor Constantine VII, the Croats had arrived in what is today Croatia, from southern Poland, south of Kraków in the early 7th century, however that claim is disputed and competing hypotheses date the event between the 6th and the Who were the first […]

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Why is Serbia called Serbia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

According to a second version the Serbian name comes from the Sires people who used to live in the Asian part of Scythia. Among the Sires, wool grew in the same way as silk”. What do they call Serbia in Serbia? Serbia Republic of Serbia • Yugoslavia 1918 • Serbia and Montenegro 1992 • Independence […]

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Why do most tourists go to Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

From the rainforests to the beaches, these are the top reasons you need to visit Costa Rica.Costa Rica is known for its incredible national parks, where tourists can enjoy some thrilling activities like river rafting, canyoning, cave tubing, and zip lining. Why do tourist go to Costa Rica? Costa Rica has long been one of […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is Amazon Prime in Uganda?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Just as expected you cannot use Amazon Prime Video if you are located in Uganda, Kenya, or Nigeria, but all hope is not lost all you need is to sign-up for an Amazon account. You do not need to have an Amazon Prime membership to use Prime Video. Does Amazon Prime work in Africa? Amazon […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

How long can a Canadian stay in Trinidad?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

All children below the age of 5 must sit in the back seat. Visitors are allowed to drive for 90 days with a valid Canadian driver’s licence. If you plan to stay beyond 90 days, you should apply for an International Driving permit prior to arrival in Trinidad and Tobago. How long can a Canadian […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

What created the Mississippi River?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The glaciers melted 12,000 years ago, forming an immense amount of water to create our current rivers. Saint Anthony Falls was formed 12,000 years ago near what is now downtown Saint Paul. The falls receded upstream for 12,000 years to their current location near downtown Minneapolis. What caused the Mississippi river to form? Prehistoric courses. […]

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How much is import tax in France?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The standard VAT rate for imports into France (mainland) is 20% in 2020. There is also an intermediate rate of 10% and a reduced rate of 5.5% which apply to certain products specifically targeted by the tax law. How much is import tax from UK to France? In the case of France the general rate […]

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Are there mosquitoes in Idaho?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Mosquitos are attracted to warm temperatures and standing water.Our mosquito season begins in mid-April, which is essentially now and lasts through early October. Idaho was one of the states hit hardest by the West Nile Virus in 2005. Cases of the disease are in Canyon and Ada County each year. Are mosquitos bad in Idaho? […]

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How much would it cost to drive from Michigan to Florida?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The total cost of driving from Michigan to Florida (one-way) is $170.34 at current gas prices. The round trip cost would be $340.68 to go from Michigan to Florida and back to Michigan again. Regular fuel costs are around $3.29 per gallon for your trip. Is it cheaper to drive or fly to Florida from […]

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Is Missouri safe to live?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Overall, Missouri has higher crime rates than most of the US. Among all 50 states, Missouri had the eighth-highest violent crime rate and the twelfth-highest property crime rate. What part of Missouri is safe? Top 14 Safest Cities in Missouri City Population Rank Wentzville 41,057 1 Grain Valley 14,165 2 Smithville 10,012 3 Blue Springs […]

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Who was the president of Uganda after Idi Amin?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The history of Uganda since 11 April 1979 comprises the history of Uganda since the end of the dictatorship of Idi Amin. This period has seen the second rule of Milton Obote and the presidency of Yoweri Museveni since 1986, in which Ugandan politics have been dominated by the National Resistance Movement. Who has been […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

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