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Why is the water in Cancun so blue?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The waters around Cancun have phytoplankton and other organisms that whale sharks and other plankton-feeding fish live on, so the water takes on a slightly greenish-blue color. The Caribbean Sea is a relatively shallow body of water, and especially around the coast of the Yucatan peninsula of Mexico. Is Cancun clear blue water? Cancun is […]

Filed Under: Mexico

Where can I dig for fossils in Montana?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The eastern Montana badlands are one of the best places in the world to find dinosaur fossils and study related geology. If you are following the Montana Dinosaur Trail, be sure to pick up your passport stamps at the indicated facilities. Where can I find fossils in Montana? Back to MAIN PAGE Location County Fossils […]

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Why is slurping polite in Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

You may want to try to copy the slurping sound of people around you if you are dining in a noodle shop. Rather than being bad manner, slurping noodles is considered evidence of enjoying the meal and enhances the flavor. Is it polite to slurp in Japan? Loud slurping may be rude in the U.S., […]

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Why is Kentucky so pretty?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The state of Kentucky has some breathtaking beauty. From the Appalachian Mountains in the east to the rolling hills of horse country, there is gorgeous scenery all around. Lush forests, mighty rivers, and quaint towns just add to the appeal of our state. What is the prettiest city in Kentucky? Rand McNally and USA Today […]

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What fruit is Michigan known for?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Apples are one of the largest and most valuable fruit crops in Michigan. The state slices more apples than any other state for use in pies. Michigan also processes apples into applesauce, fresh and shelf-stable apple cider, and apple juice, such as Indian Summer juice, which is made in Michigan too! What foods is Michigan […]

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How much money is enough for Maldives?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

You should plan to spend around MVR3,698 ($239) per day on your vacation in the Maldives, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, MVR964 ($62) on meals for one day and MVR1,712 ($111) on local transportation. How much money should I bring to […]

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Is Turkey Arab or Persian?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Neither. Turkish are, well, Turkish. They their own language, culture, distinct customs and ethnicity. Their language is a Turkic languade, while Arab is Afro-Asiatic and Persian is Indo-European. Is Turkey in Arab? Iran and Turkey are not Arab countries and their primary languages are Farsi and Turkish respectively. Arab countries have a rich diversity of […]

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Why Kerala ladies wear white saree?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Onam is celebrated to commemorate the return of the great demon King Mahabali as well as Lord Vishnu’s Vamana Avatar. The women of Kerala wear white sarees that have gold threadings on them. These sarees are known as the Kasavu sarees. These Kasavu sarees are known to be Kerala’s traditional dress. Why do malayalis wear […]

Filed Under: India

Did it snow at the Grand Canyon?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Grand Canyon transforms into winter wonderland. We may only be approaching Thanksgiving, but it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Grand Canyon. Snow blanketed the famed Arizona, national park on Thursday. Has the Grand Canyon ever had snow? The North Rim receives the heaviest snowfall, averaging 142” per year, with a record […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Arizona, Grand Canyon

How bad are the summers in Houston?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

What’s not to love about Houston?Houston’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, typically heating up around May and not cooling off until September. During the summer months, the normal daily high temperature peaks at 93 degrees on average. How hot are summers in Houston? Days of 90-plus degrees Fahrenheit are common throughout the summer in […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Houston, Texas

Why did the US decide to try to help the French keep control of Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Why did President Truman agree to aid France in Vietnam?Truman believed that if he supported Vietnamese independence, he would weaken anticommunist forces in France. To ensure French support in the Cold war, Truman agreed to aid France’s efforts to regain control over Vietnam. Why did the US support the French in the Vietnam War? From […]

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How much did the Vietnam War cost in 1966?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Vietnam War Costs, 1965–75 Fiscal Year War Costs Only Full War Costs 1965 $ 700,000,000 $ 700,000,000 1966 15,119,000,000 15,119,000,000 1967 17,161,000,000 22,180,000,000 1968 19,278,000,000 26,266,000,000 How much money did it cost for the Vietnam War? The Vietnam War cost $168 billion or $1 trillion in today’s dollars. How much did the Vietnam War cost […]

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Is the New York Harbor saltwater?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

In fact, most of the Hudson is actually a tidal estuary where salt water from the ocean combines with freshwater from northern tributaries. This “brackish”, or mixing, water extends from the mouth of the Hudson in NY Harbor to the Federal Dam in Troy, approximately 153 miles. Is the water around New York salt water? […]

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How many Colombians live in Houston?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

U.S. metropolitan areas with largest Colombian populations Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL MSA – 129,636. Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH Metro Area – 68,334. Los Angeles-Long Beach-Santa Ana, CA MSA – 65,293. Houston-Sugar Land-Baytown, TX MSA – 60,421. What is the largest ethnic group in Houston? The 5 largest ethnic groups in Houston, TX are White (Hispanic) (31.2%), White (Non-Hispanic) (23.3%), […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Houston, Texas

Is it illegal to sing in the shower in Pennsylvania?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Is it legal to sing in the shower though? For some shower singers, it should probably be against the law. According to Pennsylvania state law, you are unable to sing in the bathtub.Code 3800.6 it’s also illegal to have a child’s bedroom within 200 feet of a bathtub. What state is it illegal to sing […]

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