Trinidad and Tobago achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1962 and obtained membership in the Commonwealth and the United Nations that same year. It became a republic in 1976. The capital of Trinidad and Tobago is Port of Spain, located on the northwestern coast of Trinidad. What country owns Trinidad? the United KingdomTrinidad and […]
Why is Orlando FL named Orlando?
The U.S. Army built Fort Gatlin southeast of present day downtown Orlando to protect settlers from the Indians.The name came from the Jernigan family, early settlers in the area. By 1850, Jernigan had a post office, and by 1856 the community had expanded northward, and changed its name to Orlando. How did Orlando FL get […]
Does Utah have bees?
Utah is home to about 900 native bee species, and most of them are solitary.In several instances, solitary bees are better pollinators than honey bees, and a few species, such as alfalfa leafcutting bees, alkali bees, and blue orchard bees, are managed as commercial pollinators. Are there a lot of bees in Utah? Utah is […]
Does Maine get hit by hurricanes?
In Maine, hurricanes don’t happen often but they can be devastating when they do. Previous storms that had impact on Maine are: Carol and Edna in 1954, Donna in 1960, Gloria in 1985, and Bob in 1991. Are hurricanes bad in Maine? Even though hurricanes are rare in Maine, their effects can still cause damage. […]
What are the main water sources in Trinidad and Tobago?
The Hillsborough Reservoir is the major source of drinking water for the island of Tobago. Located 36.5 metres (100 ft) above sea level, the reservoir is managed by Water and Sewerage Authority of Trinidad and Tobago. It has a capacity of about 1 million m³ (225 million gallons). What are the three main rivers in […]
Why is Delaware its own state?
But Maryland was a Catholic colony, and much of Delaware had been settled by Dutch Protestants who didn’t want to have anything to do with those Catholics. The British government agreed that they couldn’t have Protestants being under the rule of Catholics, and thus Delaware is now it’s own state. Why does Delaware claim the […]
Is West or East Coast Florida better?
The only debate worth having is which side of Florida has the best beaches. The Atlantic coast has plenty to offer in the way of water sports. They get the better waves and, thus, some greater action. Florida’s Gulf Coast, however, is responsible for those visions of smooth, sandy beaches and crystal, clear water. Which […]
What beer do they drink in Berlin?
Berliner Weisse – this is probably the most famous Berlin beer. But Berlin’s beer culture has lots more on offer too. For instance, you can visit one of the many small breweries who produce their own craft beer. Or spend a sunny afternoon in one of the idyllically located beer gardens. What is the most […]
Is Bordeaux sweet or dry?
Taste and Flavor Profile The red Bordeaux blend is a dry, medium to full-bodied wine high in tannins with medium acidity. Because a Bordeaux blend can be made with several different red wine grapes from different regions in differing proportions, the color, amount of acidity, texture, and exact flavors can vary. Is Bordeaux red sweet? […]
What drives Toronto’s economy?
Ontario’s wealth of raw materials and hydroelectric power have made Toronto a primary centre of industry. The metropolitan area of Greater Toronto produces more than half of Canada’s manufactured goods. The economy of Toronto has had a GDP growth rate of 2.4 percent annually since 2009, outpacing the national average. What is Toronto’s main industry? […]
Is Kim a Vietnamese last name?
A Korean surname, from Korean, the English form of a surname very common in Korea. (김 (Gim), hanja: 金), the most common Korean surname. What nationality is the last name Kim? KoreanKim is the most common Korean surname, comprising about 20 percent of the Korean population. According to some sources, there are over 600 different […]
Can I live in a shed in Hawaii?
Lucky for us, the state of Hawaii makes it pretty easy to go off grid, 100% legal. As long as you follow the codes and regulations, living on an off grid homestead in Hawaii is completely legal. Is it illegal for someone to live in a shed? The big question is, can you live in […]
How white is Ireland?
Republic of Ireland had a population of 4,761,865 at the 2016 census. Demographics of the Republic of Ireland Nationality Irish Major ethnic Irish 84.5% Minor ethnic Other White: 9.1% (total White: 94.3%), Asian: 1.9%, Black: 1.4%, Other: 0.9%, Irish Travellers 0.7%, Not Stated: 1.6% (2011) Language What percent of Ireland is white? Ireland Demographics Profile […]
What is Montana State known as?
Montana is known as the headwaters state because much of the water which flows to the rest of the nation comes from the mountains of Montana. Virginia City was founded in 1863 and is considered to be the most complete original town of its kind in the United States. What is Montana referred to? Montana […]
Why is land expensive in Oklahoma?
Higher commodity prices and the historic influx of government payments in 2020 have helped the financial condition of many farmers and therefore their interest in productive land. Demand for all types of land has also seen an increase. Is land expensive in Oklahoma? The total price of Oklahoma farm land is still under the national […]