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King sent behind bars Curiosities

King sent behind bars

It is no secret that monarchs once ruled the German states – a fact known even to simple schoolchildren. However, not everyone is aware that right now, at this very second, inside the Federal…

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Everyday life

German supermarkets: a first look

There are many supermarkets in Germany – from giant 'monsters' like Globus, Kaufland, Real, where you can buy groceries, clothing, household appliances, and household goods and much more, to small…

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Curiosities

Goblins frighten residents of Zimbabwe

Perhaps residents of Russia are used to goblins: many of our compatriots believe that these creatures regularly ruin their lives and surround them on public transport, at work, in cinemas, cafes, and…

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Law zone

Mafia tied to Green card lottery

American experts have differently assessed the threats posed by the existence of fraudulent schemes in the U.S. diversity visa lottery (Green card) in Ukraine. Some specialists even believe that this…

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Everyday life

Divorce – and the Maiden Name

The first divorce of a same-sex couple has been registered in France: two men were married for only four months. Legalization of same-sex marriage allowed them to file for an official divorce. In…

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Everyday life

On a Starvation Ration

U.S. authorities intend to cut the budget of the food stamp program by $5 billion. The reduction in domestic spending is caused by an increase in external debt. As a result, nearly 50 million…

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Immigration

Green card: how not to become a victim of visa scammers

The US Embassy urges to avoid scammers who extort money from those hoping to win a US visa. This was reported to Segodnya.ua by the embassy, commenting on a US State Department report on fraud with…

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Immigration

Are scammers controlling the Green Card lottery?

A widespread fraud system involving visas for permanent residence in the United States, so-called Green Cards, operates in Ukraine. This is stated in a published report by the Inspector General of…

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