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Archive — August 2014

Real estate

Chinese have pushed Russians out

Recent political and economic events around the world have significantly changed the structure of demand in real estate markets. Russians are no longer the most active buyers – their place has been…

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Tourism

Film Travel Club

There are two types of people: those who hate trains and those who love them. If you belong to the second category, Gazeta.Ru offers you four unusual ideas for traveling by rail. When choosing…

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Shopping

Wenger Backpacks: Sturdiness and Quality at an Affordable Price

The company's products have always been in demand and popular, especially among active lifestyle enthusiasts. And this is not surprising – the Swiss brand created functional items for sports and…

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Analysis

Under a New Wave of Immigration (Part 1)

Over the past century, Russia has been a steady donor of educated and hardworking individuals who dispersed in huge numbers around the world. As a rule, emigration from Russia and the territories…

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Analysis

Under a new wave of immigration (part 2)

Based on how the situation is developing, one can confidently say that relations between Russia and Western countries are ruined for a long time. Even worse, trust in Russia is completely lost, and…

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Education

The Cost of Free Education in Germany

Tuition at regular urban schools in Germany, unlike private schools, is not charged. Nevertheless, as Deutsche Welle notes, the total incidental expenses of German schoolchildren's parents amount to…

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Real estate

Skyscrapers, skyscrapers

It is now possible to live in a skyscraper in practically any major metropolis. At the same time, apartments in the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, can cost even less than in…

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Tourism

Little-Known Sights (Part 1)

The beach season in the northern hemisphere is coming to an end, and for vacationers the time for sightseeing tours is about to begin. In search of unconventional ideas, we asked residents of five…

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Real estate

Moscow real estate market: trends and forecasts

The Moscow real estate market is an unpredictable phenomenon. And if yesterday it was characterized by consistently stable demand, today, due to the challenging geopolitical situation, we can speak…

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Tourism

Little-Known Attractions (Part 2)

It turns out that even during the peak tourist season you can find interesting museums, wonderful parks, and restaurants that are not packed with travelers wanting to take 25 family photos with the…

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Real estate

"Premium Property" – a reliable assistant in buying real estate in Bulgaria

Bulgaria is a state in Eastern Europe, located on the Balkan Peninsula, occupying 22% of its total territory. The country is unique in that it combines warm Black Sea resorts and picturesque mountain…

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Education

Diversity of Knowledge Day

Not all children in the world will go to school on the first day of autumn – the start of the academic year in different countries begins at different times, often due to weather conditions. Together…

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Integration

LIVING EUROPEAN-STYLE: Poland (Part 1)

You realize that Ukraine has fallen far behind as soon as you cross the border into Poland. And it's not only about the quality of asphalt laid on an ordinary country road, as the newspaper…

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Education

First Time in a Different Class

On the eve of the Day of Knowledge, we continue to introduce readers to the peculiarities of the school process in different countries of the world. Thus, in American kindergartens, studies begin…

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Integration

LIVING EUROPEAN-STYLE: Poland (Part 2)

The most significant changes after Poland's accession to the EU affected private enterprise. Now, to become a businessman in Poland, you only need to fill out one application and submit it at your…

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Tourism

Pros of Children's Summer Camps

As the holidays approach, parents begin to think about how and, most importantly, with whom their precious child will spend time. Give them the opportunity to organize their own leisure? Send them to…

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Technology

Photo Printer – a Find for Travelers

Your dream has finally come true – you bought a high-quality digital camera, and your travel photos have become even more colorful, bright, and rich. And, of course, more professional.

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Shopping

The Coolest Gifts of the Departing Summer

Summer is already coming to an end; autumn, rain, slush, cold days and even colder nights are just around the corner. Which means: windbreakers, umbrellas, rubber boots and warm sweaters. But all…

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Real estate

My Dear Apartments

London tops the list of the world's most expensive cities for renting high-end apartments and hotels. Experts also note that the occupancy rate of expensive hotels in the British capital is the…

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Shopping

Unique leather case for your phone

Wonderful Case for iPhone 5/5s> table talk White is made of durable and high-quality leather. The strong material keeps moisture from penetrating, prevents the device from overheating, provides…

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Tourism

Journey to Luck

Experienced travelers know that on tourist routes there are many famous sculptures that, according to legend, bring luck, money and love. Gazeta.Ru found out which sculptures and monuments tourists…

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Immigration

Landing in the Baltics

Russians who are thinking of changing their place of residence increasingly prefer Latvia. When purchasing real estate in this country, it is quite easy to obtain a residence permit. However, as…

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Everyday life

Toronto for Living and Working

Toronto continues to maintain its status as one of the most important and most livable megacities in the world. Traditionally in August, several influential consulting firms published the results of…

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Sport

Why is extreme tourism becoming more popular?

Fewer people want to spend their vacation sunbathing in a deck chair and calmly swimming in a pool or the sea. The thirst for new impressions and thrills, the desire to train bodily agility and…

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