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Archive — February 2013

Culture

Music lesson, space and ethnic dolls

Among the February premieres, two exhibitions of Chagall in Paris and Zurich, Antoine Watteau in Brussels, a large thematic exhibition 'Plein Air: from Corot to van Gogh' in Madrid, and the…

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Technology

What you need to know about foundations?

Choosing the right type of foundation for a house is a crucial task that must be solved at the design stage. Errors here can be very costly, both literally and figuratively.

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Technology

Balloons for every taste and color

Upcoming holidays are often associated with something overwhelming, difficult, and burdensome because the hustle and bustle of preparation is so depressing, takes so much energy and time that you…

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Tourism

Riddles of Ancient Istanbul

Contrary to popular belief, Turkey can offer tourists not only a 'vegetative' beach vacation but also an adventure for those interested in historical antiquities.

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Real estate

Bulgaria – Just a Vacation, or Profitable Real Estate?

Bulgaria… The luxurious Black Sea coast, golden beaches, picturesque mountain peaks, ancient city architecture, mineral springs and, of course, the amazing microclimate of this country seem to invite…

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Real estate

How to prepare an apartment for sale?

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Education

Learning Foreign Languages – Have Fun

Currently, holidays abroad are no longer a luxury; they have become an accessible way to have a good time and gain new experiences. Therefore, more and more parents are thinking about how to arrange…

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Everyday life

Baby Food Store

As is known, all newborns and toddlers need to eat properly. It is precisely this kind of proper nutrition for children from birth to 5 years that is offered by one of the first registered companies…

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Auto tour

Pros and Cons of Renting a Car in Cyprus

Not only overseas vacations, but also overseas business has become widespread now, and it is not surprising that people in a foreign country want to feel as comfortable as possible. And what could be…

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Technology

Self-promotion of websites – important points

Creating a great online resource, with original, stylish design and useful, interesting content is just a few steps on the way to business promotion.

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Immigration

Awaiting Change

The year 2013 promises to be a turning point in Canada's immigration policy. In the near future, it will become clear whether the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration has succeeded in creating a…

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Immigration

For Skilled Trades – Federal Skilled Trades Program

The Federal Skilled Trades Program is one of the federal immigration programs. It is aimed at specialists in skilled trades that do not require higher or specialized secondary education (technical…

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News

Brazil Has No Time for Carnivals

In southern Brazil, city authorities are canceling annual carnival celebrations due to the tragedy at a nightclub where more than 230 people died in a fire. The club's co-owner, hospitalized with…

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Real estate

Acquiring Real Estate in Albania

In a warm Mediterranean country, there will always be demand for rental housing – that is an axiom. The conditions that the Albanian coast offers tourists are in no way inferior to other popular…

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Immigration

Start-Up Visa for New Bill Gates

The Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration of Canada announced a new immigration program, Start-Up Visa, which will start operating on April 1, 2013. It belongs to the class of business programs and…

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Analysis

In the West, They Still Fear Illegal Immigrants from Eastern Europe

During the election campaign, the Conservative Party promised to slow the pace of immigration from outside the European Union 'from hundreds of thousands to tens of thousands per year' by 2015 – and…

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Curiosities

Don't Ask a Goat for Milk…

This story began at a flowerbed located near the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney. Because of the flowers and grass growing near the building of the cultural institution, an ordinary goat named…

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Tourism

Salzburg – the picturesque birthplace of Mozart

In Salzburg, everything is interesting: its centuries-old history, cultural traditions, and the city's most beautiful architecture. At all times, this city attracts many visitors.

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Country guide

Travel Notes on Hong Kong

It is hard to imagine what Hong Kong is like if you have never seen it with your own eyes. Hong Kong is mesmerizing. It captures you from the first minute. It deafens. It blinds: at the sight of the…

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Tourism

Multifaceted and Refined Turkey

Many mistakenly think that in Turkey you can only spend time on the beach or on the premises of your hotel that offers all the basic entertainment. In fact, tours to Turkey are often chosen for a…

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Integration

Getting the 'Compatriot' Label Is Not Easy

120 thousand people – that’s approximately how many have moved to Russia since 2006 during the time the State Program for Assisting the Voluntary Resettlement of Compatriots Living Abroad to the…

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Tourism

Active Tour to Cape Town

How wonderful it is to travel the world at least once a year, to give yourself a magical week of getting to know new countries, peoples and cultures. This is the perfect way to escape problems…

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Technology

Suspended and stretch ceilings: the best solution for modern people

Over the past decade, a good alternative for ceiling finishing has emerged. Not so long ago, the choice was limited to whitewashing, painting, or gluing ceiling tiles and wallpaper. Currently…

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Education

American University in the Crosshairs

America ranks first in the world in the number of foreign students. And not least because there are a lot of scholarship programs here, thanks to which you can study absolutely free. This article…

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