Category: Interesting

Which Atlantic province has the best weather? One surprise was that New Brunswick has the sunniest winters, and that the cold prairie province of Saskatchewan has the most days when the mercury rises above 30 degrees. In general, Alberta is the most comfortable province, while Nunavut has the most extreme climate, according to Mr. Where…

How much power can a single windmill generate? Wind turbines manufactured today have power ratings ranging from 250 watts to 7 MW. An onshore wind turbine with a capacity of 2.5–3 MW can produce more than 6 million kWh in a year – enough to supply 1,500 average EU households with electricity. How many homes…

Is it OK to drink evaporated milk everyday? Yes, you can drink evaporated milk. Few people drink it straight from the can, although it is possible to do this, but many drink it diluted with water. We’ll also answer some of the most common questions about evaporated milk so you can be confident trying this…

Are old logos copyrighted? The simple answer: Logos are not copyrighted, they are actually trademarked. Whether or not legal action is taken for replicating a trademarked logo is fully up to the company or entity that owns the trademark. A company still has legal rights to their logo even if it’s not trademarked. When should…

Can fire trucks and ambulances change traffic lights? No. Stoplights are fitted with sensor pods that are activated by traffic signal pre-emption transmitter,” a special remote control used by police, firefighters and ambulance drivers to change traffic lights to green on their side. Are fire trucks required to stop at red lights? Every state will…

Why is Mandarin Chinese not widespread in the world? Because Mandarin’s size is primarily due to native speakers, it is not surprising to see it concentrated in fewer countries – primarily in Asia – that have the most first-language speakers. English has more non-native speakers, and so can be found in far more countries, particularly…

What country has never been conquered? Japan. One of the world’s oldest civilizations, Japan was able to keep its culture and history relatively intact over the centuries because mainland Japan has never been invaded by an outside force. Is Ethiopia the only country not colonized? Ethiopia and Liberia are widely believed to be the only…

How long does it take for a pulled upper back muscle to heal? Given time, most injuries to the ligaments and muscles will heal on their own within six weeks. The key to recovery is staying active, within limits. Most people who try to return to their normal lives as soon as possible find that…

What are semiotic theories? Semioticians study how signs are used to convey meaning and to shape our perceptions of life and reality. They pay close attention to how signs are used to impart meaning to their intended recipients and look for ways to ensure that their meaning comes across effectively. What are the main ideas…

How old do you have to be to live by yourself in Korea? In Korea, the age of majority is 19 (int’l age, not Korean age). You’re an adult once you turn 19. In law, this means you can act independently (e.g., enter into contracts w/o parents’ consent). Can 16 year olds live alone? In…