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Is Mandarin compulsory in Hong Kong?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Most secondary schools in Hong Kong teach Mandarin as a subject. Although Mandarin is important for a student’s future, it should be an optional – not compulsory – subject. This means students who are not good at languages can pick another subject and improve their overall grades. Is Mandarin mandatory in Hong Kong? Since the […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is North Myrtle Beach Safe 2021?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Local News for Horry County residents. While the City of Myrtle Beach was ranked once again as one of the most dangerous cities in America for 2021, not all areas of the city are dangerous.Cities that include Surfside Beach, Pawleys Island, and North Myrtle Beach are considered among the safest in the nation. Is Myrtle […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Do you need a visa to go to St Kitts?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Passports and visa: U.S. citizens must have a valid U.S. passport to enter Saint Kitts and Nevis. No visa is required for stays up to 90 days if you have an onward or return ticket, confirmation of accommodation, and can produce evidence of your ability to maintain yourself. Is St Kitts visa free? One of […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

How does VAT work in France?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The standard VAT rate in France is 20%. It applies to most goods and services. The two reduced VAT rates are 10% and 5.5%. The super-reduced rate is 2.1%.The first reduced VAT rate (10%) applies to goods and services like some restaurants, construction and household work, farming and forestry and passenger transport. How much VAT […]

Filed Under: Europe

Where in South Dakota does it snow the most?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Lead. With nearly 200 inches of snow per year, Lead, South Dakota has the most snow of any town in the state. This little town knows how to make the most of it. According to The Weather Channel, the town of Lead gets an average of 195.9 inches of snow every year. Does it snow […]

Filed Under: United States

Which Sopranos episodes to watch before Saints of Newark?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

10 Sopranos Episodes To Rewatch Before Seeing The Many Saints Of Newark 6 “Fortunate Son” (Season 3, Episode 3) 7 “Proshai, Livushka” (Season 3, Episode 2) 8 “From Where To Eternity” (Season 2, Episode 9) 9 “Big Girls Don’t Cry” (Season 2, Episode 5) 10 “Down Neck” (Season 1, Episode 7) Should you watch The […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: New Jersey, Newark

Where does Bihar lies in India?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

eastern India. Bihar, state of eastern India. It is bounded by Nepal to the north and by the Indian states of West Bengal to the northeast and Uttar Pradesh to the west. In November 2000 the new state of Jharkhand was created from Bihar’s southern provinces and now forms the state’s southern and southeastern borders. […]

Filed Under: India

How is life in Buenos Aires?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Buenos Aires has slowly made its way up the ranks as one of the best options. The city offers a multitude of enjoyable activities, an exciting nightlife, a high standard of living, and excellent housing options in a variety of neighborhoods. Is Buenos Aires a good place to live? Despite Argentina’s ongoing currency crisis and […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Argentina, Buenos Aires

Can I work in Iceland without speaking Icelandic?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

While Icelandic is the official language, appr. 98% of Icelanders speak English fluently, so the latter is enough to start a new life in Iceland. If you are not a native speaker, note that fluency is absolutely required if you want to do anything other than housekeeping or dishwashing. Do you need to know Icelandic […]

Filed Under: Europe

Can I live in Thailand if I marry a Thai?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

This is a long term Thai visa issued to a foreign national who is married to a Thai and meets the other requirements of the immigration bureau. The Thai marriage visa holder is entitled permission to stay for a full year in Thailand without the need to exit the country. What happens if you marry […]

Filed Under: Asia

Did the Renaissance began in Venice?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The Renaissance is considered to have begun in the city-states of the Italian peninsula, such as: Genoa, Florence, Milan, Naples, Rome and Venice. In each of these city-states, the significant changes of the overall Renaissance occurred and unfolded. Was Venice part of the Renaissance? Venice made a significant contribution to art, architecture, and sculpture especially […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Venice

Is Russia good for job?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Russia has diverse employment opportunities and expats are often the best-paid professionals. Big cities such as Moscow and St. Petersburg offer the best opportunities, especially for those speaking both English and Russian.Starting a job in Russia. Is it easy to get job in Russia? In fact, due to many factors, Russia is one of the […]

Filed Under: Asia

How hot is Sedona in October?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

77°F. The average high in Sedona in October is 77°F (25°C) and the average low is 48°F (9°C). The average monthly precipitation is 1.65 inches. The weather in October is ideal for getting outside— warm days and cool nights are perfect for a backpacking trip or even a day hike. Can you swim in Sedona […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Arizona, Sedona

What is considered the war zone in Albuquerque?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Most notably, the Albuquerque war zone is known to a crime hotspot. It is an area of the city running along both sides of Central Avenue, between the San Mateo and Wyoming boulevards. It is an area known for its high gang-related crime rate, particularly drug use and trafficking, prostitution, and other social crimes. What […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Albuquerque, New Mexico

How big are Hawaiian monk seals?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

7 to 7.5 feet. Hawaiian monk seals are 7 to 7.5 feet (2.1 to 2.2 meters) in length, with females larger than males. Pups weigh only 25 to 35 pounds (11 to 16 kilograms) when born, but grow up into 400- to 600-pound (180- to 270-kilogram) adults. How tall is a monk seal? Monk seals […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

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