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Is Portland a friendly city?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Portlanders are some of the friendliest folks in the nation coming in at number 14 behind a batch of hospitable Southern cities. Actually, Travel + Leisure mentions a lot of cities in the South in general. Portland locals are known for being exceptionally chatty and quite helpful with recommendations for visitors. Are people from Portland […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Maine, Portland

Is it illegal to have a pet deer in Kentucky?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Kentucky used to license exotics animal owners until the commonwealth changed its law in 2005. Now, the Bluegrass state has one of the most stringent laws against personal possession of exotic wildlife in the United States.And travelers carrying these animals across the state line must have a permit. What animals are illegal to own in […]

Filed Under: United States

Is The Bahamas saltwater or freshwater?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

While freshwater bodies of water are relatively scarce, the Bahamas do have a decent collection of lakes, from deep, clear blue holes to brackish, shallow expanses, in addition to many tidal creeks and mangrove swamps. Is there fresh water in The Bahamas? Freshwater resources are finite and vulnerable in The Bahamas. Fresh surface water is […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

What is the Kentucky state butterfly?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Viceroy. Viceroy are Kentucky’s state butterfly and look similar to monarch. They are normally found in wet areas, and it was once believed that they mimicked the poisonous monarch to protect them from predators. What is Kentucky state insect? Enacted by law in 2010, the newest symbols of Kentucky are the state insect, the honey […]

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Is tap water in Indonesia drinkable?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Locals are not in the habit of drinking water straight from the tap, so generally there is no reason for the government or regulators to reach a certain standard of quality. But don’t worry, tap water is safe for general use, like showering and cooking, and you can also drink it after boiling. Is the […]

Filed Under: Asia

What is the rainiest month in Illinois?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

August. The driest month in Chicago is February with 1.63 inches of precipitation, and with 4.62 inches August is the wettest month. What are the rainiest months in Chicago? Annual precipitation in Chicago is moderate and relatively evenly distributed, the driest months being January and February and the wettest July and August. Chicago’s weather is […]

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What is the quality of life in Montreal?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Montreal ranked 4th best city in North America for quality of living.The latest ranking comes courtesy of the annual Mercer survey, which includes 231 cities around the world. Mercer is one of the largest human resource consulting firms in the world. Is Montreal good to live? Is Montreal a Good Place to Live? With its […]

Filed Under: Canada

Is taxi expensive in Budapest?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Are taxis expensive in Budapest? Budapest Taxis are actually cheaper than in most other European cities and they charge using a taximeter based on distance. The base fare for a Budapest taxi is 700 HUF (2.17€), no matter the day or time, and the distance rate is 300 HUF/km (0.93€). How do you pay for […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Budapest, Hungary

What natural resources are in Ohio?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Bodies of water, like Lake Erie and the Ohio River, are important natural resources for Ohio. Water, trees, and crops are renewable resources. A renewable resource is a resource that can be replaced after it is used. When trees and crops are used, more can be replanted by people. What are some products of Ohio? […]

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Is Atlanta expensive to live in?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Thankfully, Atlanta is a relatively affordable place to live. The cost of living as a whole is 2% lower than the national average. For a bit more perspective on what that means, see the chart above. As you can see, it’s about the same as Dallas, a little cheaper than Miami, and a LOT cheaper […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Atlanta, Georgia

Are porcupines in South Dakota?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Porcupines are located primarily in the western half of South Dakota and are usually found moving slowly along the ground or among tree branches where they chew the bark. Red fox are located across the state in almost every habitat.Skunks occur throughout the state and are found in almost every habitat. Can you shoot porcupines […]

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Does Sri Lanka have army?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Sri Lanka Army is the oldest and largest of Sri Lanka’s three armed services. Established as the Royal Ceylon Army in 1949, it was renamed when Sri Lanka became a republic in 1972. What is the rank of Sri Lanka Army? Officers Rank group General/flag officers Field/senior officers Sri Lanka Army v t e […]

Filed Under: Asia

Who needs visa for Sri Lanka?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Sri Lanka Visa and Passport Requirements Passport required Visa Required USA Yes Yes EU Yes Yes Canadian Yes Yes British Yes Yes Which countries need a visa for Sri Lanka? Sri Lanka PASSPORT DASHBOARD North Macedonia visa required Norway visa required Oman eVisa Pakistan visa on arrival / eVisa/90 days Palau visa on arrival/30 days […]

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Who defeated Rome?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Rome had tangled with Germanic tribes for centuries, but by the 300s “barbarian” groups like the Goths had encroached beyond the Empire’s borders. The Romans weathered a Germanic uprising in the late fourth century, but in 410 the Visigoth King Alaric successfully sacked the city of Rome. What destroyed the Roman Empire? In 410 C.E., […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Rome

How long can property taxes go unpaid in Maryland?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

(Md. Code Ann., Tax-Prop. § 14-833). These six months are called a “redemption period.” (In Baltimore City, the redemption period is nine months from the date of sale for owner-occupied residential properties. How long can you go without paying property taxes in Maryland? Any unpaid balances due past December 31 are considered delinquent and subject […]

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