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Personal experience

Swedish universities

You could say that I didn't choose Sweden, but Sweden chose me. I had a goal to study abroad, I wanted to get a master's degree in another country. I applied to various programs in many countries: in…

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Travel

Where to Feel the Taste of Life

Each of us understands the word 'adventure' differently. For some, it might be tasting exotic dishes, for others, rock climbing. But objectively speaking, stepping out of your comfort zone is much…

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Health

Quality Health Improvement in Anapa

The intense rhythm of life that accompanies a person almost every day negatively affects health. That is why it is very important to carry out health-improving activities in a sanatorium-resort…

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Visas

Czech Republic Abandons Controversial Visapoint System

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic has decided to abandon the often-criticized electronic Visapoint system. Starting November 24, foreigners will be able to schedule appointments…

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Money

Regional currencies conquer Switzerland

Regional currencies of Swiss cantons are so successful that a new issue of 'farinet' – the Valais monetary unit first issued this summer – is being prepared. Issued in Valais in June 2017, farinets…

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Auto tour

Original Parts or Analogues: Choosing with the Help of the AutoPro Cross-Reference Database

The auto parts trade requires extensive knowledge and the ability to promptly answer customers about the availability of sought-after parts and their analogues. To do this, it is necessary to use…

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Immigration

Canada changes rules of guardianship

On Friday, October 27, Ottawa announced new immigration rules that may affect a large part of our compatriots who moved to Canada for permanent residence. The federal government of Canada decided to…

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Visas

Visa outsourcing fiefdom

Increasingly, outsourcing companies are handling the paperwork required for obtaining a visa. Some politicians in Germany are concerned that private firms gain access to personal data. Into whose…

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Country guide

An East Unlike the East

That is what the Arabs themselves call Dubai. This one of the youngest modern megacities amazes even seasoned travelers. Here everyone can find entertainment to their liking and at the same time get…

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Technology

Underwater Reefs in Home Interiors

All travelers, returning from distant wanderings, nostalgically recall the underwater beauties they were lucky to observe while diving in the Red Sea or on the Great Barrier Reef. It is not…

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Real estate

Without a Realtor: A Guide to Buying an Apartment Abroad

Buying an apartment or house in one's home country under the harsh conditions of the modern real estate market is an expensive pleasure. It is cheaper to purchase housing abroad, at a price…

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Immigration

New Rules for New Canadians

New rules for those wishing to become citizens of Canada have come into force. Starting October 11, permanent residents of Canada who have held the status of 'permanent residents' are eligible to…

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