Archive — June 2018

How to Become Swiss

Switzerland is a country of consistent federalism, where the federal subjects (cantons) have the broadest rights of autonomy. They also grant citizenship rights in Switzerland. This means that in…

Shortage of Hands in the Alps

Switzerland's unemployment rate, continuing to decline, has reached a record low of 2.4%. At first glance, this is excellent news, but not everything is as good as one might hope. In reality, any…

Fairytale Castles of Sweden

Gingerbread palaces with solemnly decorated halls, stern fortresses with casemates, cozy estates with lush gardens, on islands and by the sea, on cliffs and among plowed fields, Gothic, Renaissance…

Czechs to learn how to let emergency vehicles pass

From autumn 2018, drivers in the Czech Republic will likely have to relearn how to let ambulances and other emergency services pass. The corresponding amendment to the Road Traffic Act was approved…

Demography: Europe grows and declines

Last week, the media in Austria, followed by other European countries, published the results of a study conducted by scientists from the Institute of Demography of the Austrian Academy of Sciences…

French get a ten knocked off

In France, from July 1, a speed limit of 80 km/h comes into force on roads without a median barrier. The government thus hopes to reduce road fatalities. Motorists, motorcyclists and some politicians…

Curious Places of Bali Island

The magic of Bali island is mesmerizing; everyone can find something to their liking here. A small territory, rich in attractions, places for active recreation, and simply extraordinary sea views…

Universities Count Dropouts

In the rich palette of June sensations, there is also a test of endurance for teachers exhausted by the end of the school year and high school graduates storming universities. This is also the period…

Which inflatable mattresses are best?

The market for inflatable mattresses offers a huge variety of different models. In this article, we will figure out which mattresses are best for different purposes.

Studied Higher Education

For the seventh year in a row, a whole group of scientists is compiling a report on the German education system. In 2018, it is a detailed analysis of the current situation on 377 pages. How are…

Dutch authorities ban burqa

The Dutch Senate has banned wearing face-covering clothing in public places. The law may come into force in early 2019, but it is not yet clear how it will be applied in practice.

Summer University: Both Study and Fun

Want to learn German in three weeks, acquire know-how, and experience being a student in Germany? Then the summer university is the way to go! The summer university (Sommeruniversität) or summer…

Varicocele: Main Causes of the Disease

Male infertility is becoming an increasingly pressing problem not only in Russia but also worldwide. The main cause of the problem is varicocele.

Poland to update migration package

Deputy Minister of Investment and Development of Poland Angelika Możdżanowska said that by the end of June the authorities will prepare a full package of documents on the country's migration policy…

Women allowed to drive

Women in Saudi Arabia have officially been granted the right to drive a car. A royal decree lifting the long-standing ban came into effect on June 23. Until that day, Saudi Arabia remained the only…

High-Quality and Stylish Bona Sneakers

When choosing sneakers, many people focus on popular brands, overpaying not so much for quality as for the name and overlooking shoes from other manufacturers. If you explore the market offerings…

Is welfare more profitable than work?

German experts and politicians have recently been using a phrase like 'the principle of maintaining the difference between the lowest wage and the level of social security' (in German, one word…

Czech Republic to provide legal aid

Starting July of this year, low-income citizens of the Czech Republic and foreigners held in refugee camps, as well as foreign nationals who have applied for asylum in the country, will be guaranteed…

What to look for when choosing a kitchen table?

A dining table in the kitchen is akin to a soft sofa in a living room. It is not only a place for family meals but also an important decorative element of the interior. A kitchen without a table is…

Refugees change direction

In 2017, the 37 industrialized countries that are members of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) took in fewer refugees than in previous years. Compared to 2016, the…

Studying abroad as an immigration start

Not all Ukrainians who study at Polish universities stay in Poland afterwards. Many of them prefer to move further West after graduation. These are the data from the Institute of Public Affairs…

What Germans Name Their Children

Hitachi Air Source Heat Pumps: Save More Than They Consume

Air source heat pumps have recently appeared on the Ukrainian market but have already won trust and positive feedback from consumers. This is because the cost of central and electric heating is…

Who earns the most in the Czech Republic

Germans, Slovaks, Russians and even Romanians earn more in the Czech Republic than Czech citizens. This follows from the report "Analysis of Household Income and Expenditure in the Czech Republic in…