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Country guide

Something Interesting about Israel

Every tourist strives to visit Israel at least once in their life. This unique country, known to all for the appearance of Christ, is rich in its historical heritage and religious sanctuaries of…

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Real estate

What Experts Advise When Renting Rooms

There are many types of relationships between the owner of a property and the tenant, especially when renting rooms. You can search for options yourself, but it is easier to use the services of a…

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Real estate

Abandoned Finnish Houses

Finland is unhappy with Russians: they buy real estate but soon after signing the deal stop taking care of the houses. The authorities return to the idea of requiring foreigners buying housing in the…

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Immigration

Reform Bypassing Congress

U.S. President Barack Obama announced his intention to carry out immigration reform without the support of Congress. The White House chief stated this in his televised address, as reported by The…

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Tourism

Quality vacations in Egypt

When the day's agenda raises the question 'And where to spend the long-awaited vacation this year?', the first thing that comes to mind is Egypt… Close, hot, mysterious, multifaceted, majestic…

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Law zone

Prisons of Norway and Russia

For one Norwegian prisoner or suspect, an average of about 1200-1500 kroner is spent, that is about 7-9 thousand rubles, of which 20% goes to the prisoner himself. We have about 750 rubles per day…

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Tourism

Where to Vacation Affordably This Winter

The most budget-friendly destination for a winter vacation in warm countries has been named. Fuerteventura (Canary Islands) has been recognized as the best value for winter vacation lovers in warm…

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Law zone

Not a Prison – a Ward!

In Norway, the number of prisoners is 72 per 100,000 residents – this is 10 times less than in the USA (730) and almost 7 times less than in Russia (486). A group of Russian human rights activists…

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Visas

Long Road to Schengen

Ukraine may obtain a visa-free regime with European Union countries no earlier than the end of 2015, experts believe. The liberalization of Ukraine's visa regime with the EU is becoming a factor in…

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No one will be forgotten. Nothing will be forgotten. News

No one will be forgotten. Nothing will be forgotten.

The fundamental geopolitical changes that occurred at the turn of the century set new tasks and priorities for Russia in both domestic and foreign policy. The wind of change ruthlessly tore apart the…

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Integration

Europe Against Freeloaders

The EU has taken up the fight against welfare dependents from Eastern European countries who prefer to live off benefits in Western Europe. According to a decision by the European Court, each country…

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Personal experience

How to Winter in a Warm Job

In November I really wanted to go south. I didn't have much money, so I chose an island from pictures on the internet and sent my resume to the most expensive hotel on it.

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Everyday life

Who Has the Better Insurance

The system of insurance savings is developed in all European countries. It guarantees EU citizens a secure old age and support in case of illness and other difficult life situations. Greece, Italy…

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News

On the Other Side of the Wall

Twenty-five years have passed since the Berlin Wall fell and two divided German peoples began living in one state. However, it seems that for many in modern Germany the dividing line between West and…

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Auto tour

Road Toll

The grand idea of charging for road use in Germany has shrunk to a 'little toll,' as the concept of German Transport Minister Alexander Dobrindt has been mockingly dubbed in many media outlets…

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Shopping

Turkey: Istanbul – a Choice of Tourists

In this magnificent city, which for a long time was the capital of Byzantium, and after the conquest by the Turks became the capital of the Ottoman Empire, there are many both Islamic and Christian…

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Tourism

Goa Awaits All Who Wish to Return to Summer

Travel opportunities are growing, and some countries have become rather tiresome for active tourists. If you want to dive into a warm sea and bask in the warm sun, head to Goa.

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