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Germans Sum Up the Year

The Federal Statistical Office pleased the German population with reports that consumer prices in the country have a steady downward trend, the average wage level is steadily rising, and unemployment…

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Money

Exchange Your Marks!

As of early January 2012, residents of various countries around the world held German marks totaling almost 13.8 billion! As 'Russkaya Germaniya' writes, four years later this amount has decreased…

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Curiosities

Immoral Driving

Some driving schools in the Netherlands have started offering clients the option to pay in kind for driving lessons. The country's Ministry of Justice called such 'barter' immoral but can do nothing…

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Everyday life

China Advances in Demographics

As previously reported, Chinese authorities have abandoned the demographic concept of 'One family, one child.' However, restrictions on childbirth still remain: parents are not allowed to have a…

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Everyday life

Work a lot, earn little

Finding a job for residents of Germany who have turned 55 is becoming increasingly difficult in recent years. This is clearly evidenced by figures prepared by the Federal Employment Agency (BA) in…

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Visas

Follow the rules – and customs will give the go-ahead

New Year holidays are a period of mass travel of tourists to foreign countries. And it is during this period that the issues of crossing state borders and compliance with customs rules are more…

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Technology

Wooden furniture: traditions, harmony and beauty

A very popular trend abroad, and gaining momentum in our country – furniture made from tree logs. Firstly, it is simply a very interesting and unusual design idea. Secondly, mixing styles has become…

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Shopping

Learning to choose the right sofa

A sofa is usually included in the interior of any living room. But choosing this type of furniture is not an easy task. After all, the sofa must be multifunctional, reliable, comfortable and meet all…

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Shopping

The rivers have cooled, and the earth has cooled... But I won't hide my dark glasses...

Wearing stylish Ray Ban sunglasses in the cold season is not a quirk, but a necessity. Everyone who cares about their health knows this. But not everyone is aware of all the advantages of such a…

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Real estate

The Dawn and Dusk of Montenegro

In recent years, the small Montenegro on the Adriatic coast has turned from a country little known to many of our compatriots into one of the most visited and beloved. Streams of tourists, captivated…

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Photo

Sweet Christmas of Finland

Finnish Christmas abounds with delicious treats and delicacies that tickle the taste buds. According to the website 'This is Finland', Christmas presents Finnish sweet-tooths with a wide selection of…

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Culture

One People, Different Traditions

During the winter holiday season in the United States, which lasts from late November to early January, Americans spend more time with family and friends and express gratitude for a life filled with…

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