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Who does Hong Kong belong to now?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The People’s Republic of China. Hong Kong exists as a Special Administrative Region controlled by The People’s Republic of China and enjoys its own limited autonomy as defined by the Basic Law. The principle of “one country, two systems” allows for the coexistence of socialism and capitalism under “one country,” which is mainland China. Is […]

Filed Under: Asia

How do I get my dog out of Bali?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

To leave Indonesia, dogs and cats must have a recommendation letter from the Department of Livestock, an export permit issued from the Ministry of Agriculture as well as proof of rabies vaccination at least 30 days prior to export. Can you take dogs out of Bali? First, pets are not allowed out of Bali. Yes, […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Bali, Indonesia

Has Scotland ever been defeated?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

At the battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297 a vastly outnumbered Scottish army inflicted a devastating defeat on the English. Just 17 years later at Bannockburn an English army three times that of the Scots was decimated by the forces of Robert the Bruce. What wars has Scotland lost? First War of Scottish Independence (1296–1327) […]

Filed Under: Europe

How many types of crops are grown in Punjab?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In Punjab, mainly the two cereal crops, wheat and rice, are grown in rotation during an year. Rice is the principal crop of Kharif season and wheat is the principal crop of Rabi season. Other than wheat and rice, some quantitiy of maize and barley is also grown. Other cereal crops like jowar, bajra etc. […]

Filed Under: India

Why does New Orleans exist?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

French settlers built New Orleans on a natural high point along the Mississippi River about 300 years ago. The land beyond that natural levee was swamp and marsh. It would take more than a hundred years for settlers to figure out how to drain the swamp. In the process, they’d sink New Orleans. What was […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Louisiana, New Orleans

Do girls go to school in Tunisia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Tunisia has one of the highest female literacy rates amongst predominantly Islamic countries. For example, females have a higher school participation rate than males, and girls actually last longer (meaning they drop out less) in primary school than males. What is school like in Tunisia? The basic education system consists of nine years of schooling […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

How much does it cost to live in Indonesia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The cost of living in Indonesia is quite low, so it’s possible to live comfortably on a surprisingly small amount of cash. A recent survey found that a single person can live comfortably on Rp 13,415,843 (about $900) a month. A family of four would need about Rp 29,846,962 (about $2,000) to live comfortably. How […]

Filed Under: Asia

What are the requirements for dependent visa in Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Eligibility Requirements: The child must be under 18 years of age or over 18 and under 25 years and studying full time or over 18 years with a disability. He must be born outside Australia. Visa application must be initiated in the home country. What documents are required for dependent visa for Australia? Dependent Student […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Who was the first white person born in Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

New South Wales. Commonly cited as the first white child or the first white female born in Australia, Rebecca Small (22 September 1789 – 30 January 1883), was born in Port Jackson, the eldest daughter of John Small a boatswain in the First Fleet which arrived at Botany Bay in January 1788. When did the […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Are cardinals in Kentucky?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The cardinal is native to Kentucky but is also the state bird of 6 other states including Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, West Virginia, and Virginia. The cardinal is a type of finch that can be found in gardens, streamside, and woodlands throughout the east and southwest sections of the United States. What does a […]

Filed Under: United States

Does Arkansas have a good economy?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

According to CNBC, Arkansas currently ranks as the 35th best state for business, with the 10th-lowest cost of doing business, 8th-lowest cost of living, 41st best workforce, 29th-best economic climate, 41st-best educated workforce, 41st-best infrastructure and the 32nd-friendliest regulatory environment. Is Arkansas a wealthy state? Arkansas is the 48th richest state in the United States […]

Filed Under: United States

Is Jamaica close to Canada?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The distance between Jamaica and Canada is 3232 km. The road distance is 783.8 km. How is Jamaica connected to Canada? Both countries established diplomatic relations in 1962. Since March 4, 1963, Canada has a high commission in Kingston.Canada also has an agreement with the Jamaican government to allow the Canadian Forces a staging area […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Is Trinidad in the northern hemisphere?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

GPS Coordinates and Borders of Trinidad and Tobago As part of the northern hemisphere, the country is located above the equator. Trinidad and Tobago is part of the world’s western hemisphere as well, but just barely. The two major islands of the country are very near to the equator. Is Trinidad north or south of […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

What color is the Panama flag?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The flag is divided into four quarters and has three colors (blue, red and white). The first flag of Panama was made by María Ossa de Amador. White represents peace to make a home in the new nation. The blue color represents the conservative party; the color red, the liberal party. What does the Panama […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Which is a better city Melbourne or Sydney?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Melbourne claim less cost of living but salaries are less too. Sydney wins. Sydney is the most spectacular city in Australia with its amazing harbour views, better weather and the picturesque beaches. Is it cheaper to live in Melbourne or Sydney? According to Expatistan, an online cost of living calculator, cost of living in Melbourne […]

Filed Under: Australasia

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