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Who is the richest woman in Chicago?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Jennifer Pritzker is one of 11 billionaire heirs in the Chicago-based Pritzker clan and is the world’s only known transgender billionaire. Pritzker inherited stakes in the family’s Hyatt Hotels chain as well as industrial firms run by her late father Robert and his brothers Jay & Donald. Who is the richest family in Chicago? The […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Chicago, Illinois

Can you bring coolers on Pensacola Beach?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Yes, coolers are allowed. Can you bring alcohol on the beach in Pensacola? Alcohol may be consumed on sandy portions of the beaches only. This applies both Soundside and Gulfside. It must not be in a glass container. Any person that fails to comply with these policies will face second-degree misdemeanor charges and if convicted […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Pensacola

When was Birmingham Alabama founded?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

1871. Birmingham was founded in 1871 at the crossing of two rail lines near one of the world’s richest deposits of minerals. The Alabama Legislature passed an act to incorporate the city on December 19, 1871. What was the original name of Birmingham Alabama? The city was named for Birmingham, England, the center of that […]

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What food does Tanzania export?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Major agricultural exports include tea, coffee, tobacco, cotton, and cashew nuts. In addition, some farmers raise livestock including cattle, goats, sheep, pigs and chicken as well as small numbers of turkeys, ducks, rabbits, donkeys and horses. What is the main export of Tanzania? goldTanzania’s principal exports are gold, coffee, cashew nuts, and cotton. Of these, […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Why is California called the gold Coast?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Between California’s explosive growth following the discovery of gold in 1848, the fields of golden poppies that appear each spring throughout the state, the golden gate bridge, and the clear, golden coastal sunsets over the Pacific – California truly is the golden state! Why is California known as the Golden coast? “The Golden State” has […]

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What is the state name of Karnataka?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Mysore State. It is the sixth largest Indian state by area. With 61,130,704 inhabitants at the 2011 census, Karnataka is the eighth largest state by population, comprising 31 districts. Karnataka Country India Formation 1 November 1956 (as Mysore State) Capital Bangalore Largest City Bangalore How many states in Karnataka name them? The Indian State of […]

Filed Under: India

How much of Australia is British?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In the 2016 census, 7.8 million or 36.1% of respondents identified as “English” or a combination including English and is the largest ‘ancestry’ self-identity in the Australian census. How much of Australia does Britain own? The report shows that a total of 13.6 per cent of all Australia’s farmland is owned by foreign entities. Of […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Is Wyoming next to Colorado?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Wyoming is one of the 50 states of the United States. The trapezoid-shaped landlocked state is located in the Mountain Division in the western US mainland. Wyoming borders Montana to the north, South Dakota and Nebraska to the east, Colorado and Utah in the south and Idaho in the west. How far apart is Wyoming […]

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Where does it snow the least in Nevada?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

If you’re curious, here are the places that get the least amount of snow in Nevada with at least snow snowfall: Moapa Valley — 0.1 inches. North Las Vegas — 0.1 inches.Before we get too far, here are the annual snowfall rates for major cities: Las Vegas — 0.4 inches. Henderson — 0.2 inches. Reno […]

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Do Morocco speak French?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The country’s official languages are Arabic and Amazigh, or Berber. Most people speak Moroccan Arabic – a mixture of Arabic and Amazigh infused with French and Spanish influences.Two out of three people fail to complete their studies at public universities in Morocco, mainly because they don’t speak French. Can Moroccans speak French? The French language […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Which is the oldest town in Kenya?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Lamu Town. Lamu Town on Lamu Island is Kenya’s oldest continually inhabited town, and was one of the original Swahili settlements along coastal East Africa. It is believed to have been established in 1370. Which is the first city in Kenya? Nairobi CityTop 2 list № City/ Town Status 1. Nairobi City 2. Mombasa City […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

What did the First Kansas Colored Infantry do?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The 1st Kansas Colored Infantry Regiment was an infantry regiment that served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. It was the first black regiment to be organized in a northern state and the first black unit to see combat during the Civil War. What was the First Kansas Colored Volunteer Infantry Regiment […]

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Is the Tennessee River polluted?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Pollution in the Tennessee River is not a new problem. In 2004, it was named the fourth most polluted river in the United States by the American Rivers conservation group. Fast forward to 2020 and the river’s water quality is still in poor condition. Is it safe to swim in the Tennessee River? No. You […]

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Why was Albania vs Poland Cancelled?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The World Cup Group I qualifier between Albania and Poland was suspended after bottles were thrown on the pitch from the crowd in the second half. What happened with Albania vs Poland? Crowd trouble, thrown bottles briefly halt Poland’s World Cup qualifying win over Albania. Poland beat Albania 1-0 to reclaim second place in Group […]

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How is carnival celebrated in Venice Italy?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Venice’s main Carnevale events are centered around the Piazza San Marco, but events are held in every sestiere, or quarter, of Venice. There are gondola and boat parades along the Grand Canal, a mask parade in Piazza San Marco, and a special Carnevale for Children event in the Cannaregio district. What kind of activities can […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Venice

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