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Archive — September 2015

News

Foreigners Successfully Doing Business in Czech Republic

The number of foreigners engaged in entrepreneurial activities in the Czech Republic is gradually decreasing. According to Radio Prague, in 2014, 83,000 foreigners were doing business in the country…

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Immigration

Syrians flee past Russia

Head of the Russian office of Amnesty International Sergei Nikitin called on the Russian authorities to more actively engage in the process of receiving refugees from the Middle East and Africa…

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Gourmet guide

Cuisine of Chinese Regions

There are four main types of cuisine in China. These are Cantonese cuisine, characteristic of the southern province of Guangdong (and neighboring Hong Kong); Sichuan cuisine from the western region…

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Photo

Alpine Moonshiners

It is naive to think that only our compatriots possess the art of moonshining. Moonshine is distilled in many foreign countries, only the distillation product is called differently everywhere. For…

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Cannot Accept, Must Expel Analysis

Cannot Accept, Must Expel

In recent weeks, thousands of refugees from the Middle East have been crossing the borders of the European Union in search of asylum and a better life. Very quickly, both the EU as a whole and its…

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The Most Amazing Observation Decks in the World Photo

The Most Amazing Observation Decks in the World

Every city or locality can be seen in a new way if observed from a breathtaking height. That is why visiting observation decks becomes a must for every tourist. The most impressive places that allow…

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Interesting Vacation with Kids in China! Tourism

Interesting Vacation with Kids in China!

China, or as Chinese poets call it, the Celestial Empire, ranks third in the world in terms of territory. While rapidly building new cities and erecting skyscrapers, the Chinese respect and honor…

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Chances for Asylum in Germany Immigration

Chances for Asylum in Germany

Chances of being granted asylum in Germany depend on the applicant's country of origin. According to Deutsche Welle, countries are divided into three groups: high, medium, and almost zero probability…

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Real estate in a colorful Italian region Real estate

Real estate in a colorful Italian region

Calabria is a true paradise in the south of sunny Italy. This region covers most of the coast of the Apennine Peninsula. Its territory is famous not only for its proximity to the sea waters, but also…

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Czechs Ready to Employ Migrants Work

Czechs Ready to Employ Migrants

Czech entrepreneurs are ready to hire about five thousand migrants as early as tomorrow. These are the results of a survey conducted by the Union of Industry and Transport. Moreover, the Union of…

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How Switzerland is cleaned Everyday life

How Switzerland is cleaned

Almost sterile cleanliness and practically perfect order – that is the image of Switzerland abroad, and it must be admitted, it is not far from reality. Anyone who comes here for the first time is…

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AMERICAN 'NEWCOMERS' (Part 1) Analysis

AMERICAN 'NEWCOMERS' (Part 1)

The ethnic composition of the USA is changing rapidly. In the near future, whites will lose their absolute majority in the country's population structure. Spanish-speaking citizens are becoming…

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To the Historical Homeland – Only as Guests News

To the Historical Homeland – Only as Guests

From September 10 to 13, Prague hosts the 9th International Compatriot Folklore Festival. Ethnic Czechs from different countries of the world participate in it. The descendants of Czechs share their…

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AMERICAN 'NEWCOMERS' (part 2) Analysis

AMERICAN 'NEWCOMERS' (part 2)

The current situation in the US Republican Party – from the standpoint of both migration issues and the dynamics of the primaries – can be called tragicomic. The relative political weakness of Obama…

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To Take French Leave Everyday life

To Take French Leave

British parliamentarians overwhelmingly voted down a bill to ease the procedure for obtaining drugs that allow terminally ill people to end their lives. As a result, England and Wales did not join…

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Everyday life

Megacities against Villages

Germany's population is migrating to megacities: large cities are steadily growing, year after year increasing in population. Rural areas, on the other hand, suffer from regular and large-scale…

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Lawyer for a Student Law zone

Lawyer for a Student

It is commonly believed that students have more responsibilities than rights. The law firm Birnbaum & Partner in Cologne categorically disagrees with this statement, as it defends the rights of its…

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Visas

Visas for Crimeans – Only in Ukrainian International Passports

The German Embassy in Moscow refused to issue visas to residents of Crimea who presented Russian international passports. At the same time, the diplomatic mission explained that Crimeans can only get…

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How to choose a quality hammer drill Technology

How to choose a quality hammer drill

Today, the hammer drill is one of the most popular tools; almost no type of construction work can do without it. A hammer drill is used to make holes in any material: brick, cinder block, concrete…

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The 'Yin' and 'Yang' of Chinese Cuisine Gourmet guide

The 'Yin' and 'Yang' of Chinese Cuisine

In terms of their passion for food, the Chinese can perhaps only be compared to the French. Whatever they celebrate, whether it is the Lunar New Year, the conclusion of a business deal, or some…

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Health

How often should blood glucose be measured?

It is important for everyone to know their blood sugar (or glucose) level. If a person is healthy, this is necessary in order not to miss such a serious disease as diabetes mellitus. And if the…

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Law zone

How to Obtain a Certificate of No Criminal Record

A certificate of no criminal record is an official document confirming that a citizen has not previously been prosecuted. In Kyiv, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine issues a certificate of…

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Auto tour

Converting Car to Gas: Savings Without Speed Loss

Every car enthusiast knows that refueling their 'iron horse' costs a lot. That is why many car owners start thinking about how to save on fuel. One option is converting the car to gas.

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Feminization of the Army News

Feminization of the Army

The army conscription campaign is starting in Israel in the coming days. This will be the last, if you will, 'politically incorrect' draft. The fact is that women have finally achieved equality with…

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