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Technology

Digital Piano or Synthesizer? What to Choose for a Beginner

Despite many common features, modern keyboard musical instruments have many differences. They concern operating principles, acoustic capabilities, technical nuances, sound production, and much more…

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Sport

What to pay attention to when choosing a children's bicycle

When it comes to children and active play, the best solution has always been and will be a bicycle. First of all, it is worth noting that it is hard to find a child who would not be interested in…

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Visas

Visa-free travel is not for work

A visa for work in Germany is a document that is processed in several stages. First, the applicant submits an application for a national visa in their country of citizenship, and then receives a…

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Shopping

Stylish footwear in the trends of the current summer

Stylish footwear is the main accessory of any look. Fashion designers work tirelessly, trying to create models that would surprise and delight capricious fashionistas.

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Law zone

Had a Coffee in Venice for a Thousand Euros

In Venice, police fined two German tourists 950 euros for using a portable burner to make coffee on the embankment near the Rialto Bridge. This was reported on the official website of the municipal…

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Education

Elite Universities of Germany

Since 2006, a competition among universities has been held in Germany every seven years. A jury of scientists and politicians selects the most innovative research projects and universities that best…

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Immigration

‘Investor visas’ for corrupt officials

Foreign millionaires can relatively easily obtain UK citizenship thanks to one of the schemes offered to super-rich foreigners by the British Home Office. According to an investigation by British…

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Gourmet guide

Picnic Season: Meat and Dessert on the Grill

Grill and barbecue season in Germany is in full swing. However, not only the "mandatory" sausages, steaks, and chicken legs end up on the grill grates in Germany. Those who watch their health also…

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Curiosities

Tourists allowed to buy alcohol

Dubai authorities have allowed tourists to buy alcohol in retail stores. For this, they will be issued a corresponding license. Previously, alcoholic beverages in the country could only be consumed…

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Everyday life

Many Prefer Benefits

Less than half of Germany's population lives exclusively on income from their own work. However, over 20 years, the share of dependents has decreased somewhat. In 2018, earned income was the primary…

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Money

Cryptocurrency vs. Banks

Facebook has developed its own digital currency, Libra, which can be used to transfer money abroad and make online purchases. However, many see it as a serious threat. So who is threatened by the new…

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Law zone

Rings swapped for handcuffs

While cynics and idealists argue about whether a marriage of convenience can bring happiness to spouses, in the EU and Germany 'visa marriages' – fictitious registration of marital relations to…

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Immigration

Country of Changing Rules

The transformation of Canada's immigration system, which has been underway for the past five years and can now be considered nearly complete, has caused considerable confusion in understanding how to…

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