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Are sharks common in Turkey?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

There have been very few shark attacks reported in Turkey, despite the millions of tourists visiting every year. Is it safe to swim in Marmaris Sea? The chance of seeing sharks on the coast of Marmaris is extremely small, so just enjoy swimming, snorkelling, and diving in the beautiful blue sea. Are there any sharks […]

Filed Under: Europe

Which is the silent beach in Goa?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Ashwem. The Silent beach of Goa !! Ashwem is very silent and peaceful beach in Goa and not to mention its very less crowded too and that’s the best part of it. You can have your own time and enjoy a lot in the clear water. Which is the quietest beach in Goa? Ashwem. Morjim. […]

Filed Under: India

Does the island of Guadeloupe have a volcano?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Soufrière, also called La Soufrière, (French: “Sulfur Mine”), active volcano on southern Basse-Terre island, Guadeloupe, in the eastern Caribbean Sea. It rises to 4,813 feet (1,467 metres) and is the highest point of Guadeloupe. Is the Guadeloupe volcano active? La Grande Soufrière (English: “big sulfur outlet”), is an active stratovolcano on the French island of […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Can you pet animals in the Galapagos?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Be a Respectful Observer It may sound obvious to some, but one of the most important Galapagos rules is not to touch the animals. Wildlife in the Galapagos archipelago is so unbothered by the presence of humans that people can get extremely close to each creature without them even moving an inch. Can you pet […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Ecuador, Galapagos

Where can you see sharks in Cancun?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Location: Cancun Interactive Aquarium at Km 11.5 of the Cancun Hotel Zone. Includes: Entrance fee into the Cancun Interactive Aquarium. 30-minute shark encounter behind our acrylic wall. Where are the sharks in Cancun? During mid May to September Whale Sharks pass close to Cancun and Isla Mujeres as they migrate following their plankton food source. […]

Filed Under: Mexico

Why was the fate of Poland so important to both the United States and the Soviet Union?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The fate of Poland was important to the US and the USSR because of the looming Cold War. By the end of WWII, it was clear that relations between the US and the Soviets would not be very friendly. Because of this, Poland became an important issue. Why was Poland important in ww2? The European […]

Filed Under: Europe

How much money does Singapore owe?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

In 2020 Singapore public debt was 463,092 million euros528,944 million dollars, has increased 47,912 million since 2019. This amount means that the debt in 2020 reached 154.9% of Singapore GDP, a 25.89 percentage point rise from 2019, when it was 129.01% of GDP. How much is Singapore in debt? In 2020, the national debt of […]

Filed Under: Asia

Can you drink alcohol in Sri Lanka?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Other than the ban of selling alcohol on religious days and the ban of using alcohol / cigarettes on streets, parks, and other public spaces there are no restrictions to alcohol consumption in Sri Lanka. How much does alcohol cost in Sri Lanka? A single person estimated monthly costs are 369$ (74,855Rs) without rent. Cost […]

Filed Under: Asia

Does Puerto Rico have a nickname?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The terms boricua and borincano derive from Borikén and Borinquen respectively, and are commonly used to identify someone of Puerto Rican heritage. The island is also popularly known in Spanish as la isla del encanto, meaning “the island of enchantment“. What is the nickname for Puerto Rico? Island of EnchantmentPuerto Rico’s nickname, Island of Enchantment, […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Why were helicopters pushed overboard in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

With the collapse of South Vietnam, numerous boats and ships, Republic of Vietnam Air Force (RVNAF) helicopters and some fixed-wing aircraft sailed or flew out to the evacuation fleet. Helicopters began to clog ship decks and eventually, some were pushed overboard to allow others to land. Why did so many helicopters fight in Vietnam? Vietnam […]

Filed Under: Asia

Will Ida affect Mobile Alabama?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Alabama will feel the presence of Ida even though it will make landfall west of the state. A tropical storm warning was issued for the coast Saturday morning, and a storm surge warning was added in the afternoon for the coast and Mobile Bay. Is mobile safe from Ida? August 27, 2021 T-Mobile is closely […]

Filed Under: United States

Is there death penalty in Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Capital punishment in Nepal has been abolished. For crimes under the country’s common law, capital punishment was abolished by legal reform in 1946. It was later reinstated for murder and terrorism in 1985. Full abolition by constitutional amendment came into force on 9 November 1991. Why is there no death penalty in Nepal? We at […]

Filed Under: Asia

Why do so many musicians live in Nashville?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The Influence of Nashville Upon Music Culture and History A lot of Nashville’s music history is due to the strong African-American influences in the past. So many well-known musicians have come from, lived in, or had great influence in the city of Nashville, making it one of the musical hot spots in the country. Why […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Nashville, Tennessee

What fruits and vegetables are grown in Aruba?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

(Although Isaac no longer has as many fruit trees as he once had, his land still produces mangoes, rose apples, medlars, guavas, jujubes, purple mombins, sweet tamarind fruits, quenepas, and sugar apples.) What is the national fruit of Aruba? Libidibia coriaria Divi-divi Genus: Libidibia Species: L. coriaria Binomial name Libidibia coriaria (Jacq.) Schltdl. What vegetables […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Can Australian pension be paid in UK?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Can I get an Australian pension if I am living in the UK? Australia will continue to pay its Age Pensions to pensioners going to the UK under it’s general portability laws. However, Australia will not grant pensions to people residing in the UK (nor did it prior to the Agreement terminating). Can I get […]

Filed Under: Australasia

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