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Does Connecticut have an official language?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Legislation to make English the official language in Connecticut has been introduced repeatedly in the past ten years. Do any states have an official language? The United States has never had an official language at the federal level, but English is typically used at the federal level and in states without an official language. What […]

Filed Under: United States

How do I report corruption in Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Corruption issues can be reported to ACLEI by any of the following means: Hotline: (02) 6141 2345; +61 2 6141 2345. Email: [email protected]. Online: www.aclei.gov.au. Fax: (02) 6141 2351; +61 2 6141 2351. Post: Australian Commission for Law Enforcement Integrity. GPO Box 605. Canberra ACT 2601. AUSTRALIA. Who investigates corruption in Australia? Independent Commission Against […]

Filed Under: Australasia

How much is monthly rent in Turkey?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

By far, the most significant expense, wherever you live in Turkey is rent. On the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts, expect to pay between 1.500 TL to 2.000 TL a month for a basic two-bedroom apartment. How much does it cost to live in Turkey for a month? Family of four estimated monthly costs are 1,313$ […]

Filed Under: Europe

Do you have to pay to use the bathroom in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

There are a (very) few beaches where pay per use facilities are popping up. It used to be common to have a small charge to use restrooms everywhere but now it’s relegated to the playa. Most beach bathrooms also offer separate showers. What happens if you flush toilet paper in Costa Rica? You can’t flush […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What is special about Ho Chi Minh City?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Ho Chi Minh City (also still called Saigon) is famous for its pho (traditional Vietnamese noodle soup) and pork rolls. Often the best places are shops and stalls named after family members, such as “Aunty” or “Chi” (meaning sister) followed by a number representing their order in the family and, finally, their name. What makes […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Who’s the richest person in Oklahoma?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

George Kaiser – Net Worth: $13.2 Billion With a net worth of $13.2 billion, Tulsan George Kaiser tops our list as the richest person in Oklahoma. How many billionaires are there in Oklahoma? Table Rank by Number of Billionaires (9/15/20) State or Federal District Billionaires/ State’s 10M pop. (7/19 Census) (9/15/20) 20 Missouri 9.78 17 […]

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Why is Naples so important?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Throughout the High and Late Middle Ages, Naples expanded its authority over neighboring towns and cities and became a center of wealth and trade for the region. This helped set the stage for Naples’ importance as a major city-state during the Italian Renaissance. Why is Naples important? Under the empire, Naples and its environs served […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Naples

Can you buy land in Africa?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

He said that foreigners are not typically entitled to buy land or property outright, but can acquire them on long leaseholds. “The general system in Africa is that the land belongs to the state. You are entitled to use the land according to certain concessions for a certain period of time.” Can foreigners buy land […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Are Scotland through to the last 16?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

And sports data company Gracenote give Scotland a 36% chance of going through to the knockout phase of a major finals for the first time.All four teams in Group D can still reach the last 16, with one round of fixtures remaining. Can Scotland still get through to last 16? Round of 16 Scotland can […]

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What is the national dish of New Mexico?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

However, corn tortillas, corn tortilla chips, and masa are the foundations of many traditional New Mexico dishes, and sometimes made of blue corn. Common traditional dishes include enchiladas, tacos, posole, tamales, and sopaipillas and honey served with the meal. What is New Mexico’s national food? Chile is King In New Mexico, chile goes beyond just […]

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Was Maryland a middle colony?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Not technically. Maryland, though geographically very much in the middle, was considered a Chesapeake/Southern Colony, in contrast to the middle colonies like Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and Delaware.The Middle Colonies are New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Is Maryland a southern middle or northern colony? The 13 original colonies were divided into three […]

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Why Toronto is a good place to live?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

One of the most appealing reasons to move to Toronto is that the residents can enjoy and experience all the four seasons, making it just the best place to live. Though the climate and intensity of these seasons vary across the country, you are sure to fall in love with the changing landscapes here. Why […]

Filed Under: Canada

What is illegal in Maldives?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Maldives has very strong anti-drugs laws.It is an offence to import the following items into Maldives: explosives, weapons, firearms, ammunition, pornographic material, materials deemed contrary to Islam including ‘idols for worship’ and bibles, pork and pork products, and alcohol. Is kissing allowed in Maldives? For straight and LGBTQ couples alike, public displays of affection on […]

Filed Under: Asia

What type of Spanish is Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The four Peruvian dialects are Andean Spanish, Peruvian Coastal Spanish, Andean-Costal Spanish, and Amazonic Spanish. Peruvian Spanish Español peruano Native to Peru Native speakers 29 million (2014) 2,060,000 as L2 in Peru (2014) Is Spanish in Peru different? The Spanish spoken in Peru is not what you might expect to hear on the Iberian peninsula, […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Who runs Ukraine?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

President of Ukraine Presidential standard Incumbent Volodymyr Zelensky since 20 May 2019 Style Mr. President (formal and informal) Mr. Supreme Commander in Chief (military) Who governs Ukraine? Ukraine Government Unitary semi-presidential constitutional republic • President Volodymyr Zelensky • Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal • Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk Who owns Ukraine today? Ukraine […]

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