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Which is the difficult language in India?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Google declares Malayalam (the official language of Kerala State) to be the most difficult language in India. When compared to any other language in India, it is both difficult to learn and to pronounce. It may be the world’s second most difficult language, behind Chinese. It is a member of the Dravidian family. Which is […]

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What is the main meal in Egypt?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Some consider kushari, a mixture of rice, lentils, and macaroni, to be the national dish. Ful medames is also one of the most popular dishes. Fava bean is also used in making falafel (most commonly referred to as ta’ameya in Egypt, and served with fresh tomatoes, tahina sauce and arugula). What is the main food […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Is carol singing allowed in Wales?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Christmas 2020: People join in singing Silent Night carol from doorsteps. With many carol services cancelled across Wales, people have come together to sing a carol from their doorsteps instead.Religious services are still open to the public under Wales’ level 4 rules. What is carol singing called in Welsh? plygainMany Welsh Christmas carols are traditional, […]

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How many police are there in Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

666 police officers. The total number of police officers in Iceland remained stable between 2010 and 2019. In 2019, there were 666 police officers in the country. Moreover, the share of female officers has increased over the last decade, from under 80 in 2010 to 130 in 2019, although the majority of police officers in […]

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Is Columbus Ohio a big city?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Columbus is the state capital and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Ohio. With a population of 905,748 for the 2020 census, it is the 14th-most populous city in the U.S., the second-most populous city in the Midwest after Chicago, and the third-most populous state capital. Is Columbus Ohio considered a big […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Columbus, Ohio

Can anyone buy land in Alaska?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Native Corporations, agencies and coalitions, state of Alaska and U.S. Federal government, and other parties all own the rest (99%). Lands offered for sale by the state are offered for sale ONLY to Alaska residents — established residents; year-round residents. Can you just claim land in Alaska? No. Homesteading ended on all federal lands on […]

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What is Memphis Tennessee’s nickname?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Bluff City. Memphis, Tennessee- Bluff City Not only is Memphis dubbed Home of the Blues, but it’s also known as the Birthplace of Rock ‘n Roll. A more recent nickname Memphis has adopted is Grind City, which is mostly attributed to the city’s NBA team, the Grizzlies. What is Memphis known as? The name Memphis […]

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When did trolleys stop running in Pittsburgh?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

1964. Pittsburgh Railways replaced several streetcar lines with buses in an effort to cut costs, but it was too little, too late. Pittsburgh Railways’ six-decade run came to an end in 1964, when the recently created Port Authority of Allegheny County took control. When did Pittsburgh stop using streetcars? On July 6, 1985, streetcars rolled […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh

Is Boston rent more expensive than NYC?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

You would need around 6,693.31$ in Boston, MA to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with 8,200.00$ in New York, NY (assuming you rent in both cities).Cost of Living Comparison Between New York, NY and Boston, MA. City Cost of Living Index Boston, MA 86.14 New York, NY 100 Prague 49.35 […]

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Why do they speak English in Amsterdam?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

There are some reasons people in Amsterdam speak English so well. Among the others there are the following: Dubbing is highly unpopular Dutch people start learning English very soon but… not in school. They get in touch with the language thanks to the TV. Is English widely spoken in Amsterdam? Around 90% of the Dutch […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Why is Atlanta important to Georgia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Because of its location and commercial importance, Atlanta was used as a center for military operations and as a supply route by the Confederate army during the Civil War.Today, Atlanta is the capital of Georgia. It is known for its robust economy and as the birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr. How is Atlanta important […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Atlanta, Georgia

Can you swim in Maui beaches?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Located north of Kapalua, Honolua Bay is a popular place to swimming and snorkeling beach in Maui.When you’re looking for the best beaches in Maui for swimming, it’s an ideal spot because the bay is calm and tranquil. With its large place to swim, it easy to have time alone away from the crowds. Where […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii, Maui

Which side of Sri Lanka is best?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Broadly speaking, in terms of the weather, the best time to visit the west and southwest of Sri Lanka, including the hill country, is December to March. If your itinerary is geared more towards the eastern side of the island, you’ll get the best conditions from around April or May to September. Which part of […]

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Is Jamaican money the same as us money?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The unit of currency in Jamaica is the Jamaican dollar, with the same symbol as the U.S. dollar, “$.” There is no fixed rate of exchange for the Jamaican dollar; it is traded publicly and is subject to market fluctuations. Visitors to Jamaica can pay for any goods in U.S. dollars, but be careful. How […]

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Is Miami south beach clean?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

South Beach is the most polluted popular swimming spot in the U.S., study says. Tourists flock to South Beach for the sun, sand and sea (and also to take turns posing outside the former Versace mansion). But they might want to reconsider going into water, according to a new study. Is South Beach Miami dirty? […]

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