What is Cold War and proxy war? During the Cold War, proxy warfare was motivated by fears that a conventional war between the United States and the Soviet Union would result in nuclear holocaust, which rendered the use of ideological proxies a safer way of exercising hostilities. 2 other examples […]

What is the most important part of learning English? Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing are the main (macro) skills you need to communicate in any language. Being very good at only one of these skills will not help you to communicate. For example you need to be able to read […]

Did the Soviet Union have shops? Shopping in the Soviet System In major cities, department stores existed, but in smaller towns Soviet citizens went to separate places for different products like bread or milk. In global perspective, this isn’t so strange. The supermarket was invented in America and only became […]

Can flight attendants wear makeup? Most U.S. carriers now have similar uniform and appearance requirements for male and female cabin crew. Makeup isn’t required, but “should be professional, conservative, and complement the uniform and the employee’s complexion” if worn. (Male flight attendants may only wear bronzer or concealer.) What do […]

Should I confront someone who hurt me? It’s best to release the pain, forgive the person, and move on with your life. No. It’s almost never a good idea to confront anyone who has hurt, disappointed, or offended you in the past. Is it a good idea to confront someone? […]

Is it OK to switch languages in high school? Most students in the US begin their foreign language study at least by middle school, so if you took Mandarin in 8th grade and want to switch to Spanish next year, high schools usually allow that, and it won’t negatively impact […]

What is it called when you increase weight each set? However many trainers choose to increase the weight they’re lifting in every set — a concept known as ramping — which can be extremely effective for building muscle. Can you increase your strength by lifting the same amount of weight […]

Why did I faint after hitting my finger? In fact, some neurologists suggest that fainting is the body’s way of protecting itself after an injury to reduce blood loss. When you experience sudden pain, your heart rate and blood pressure can rapidly decrease, which affects the amount of blood flowing […]

Which British animal is the largest carnivore? the badger Though seldom seen by us, the badger – Britain’s biggest carnivore – is still found across Scotland, often in surprising numbers. What is the most common carnivore in the UK? Red Fox (Vulpes Vulpes) One of the most recognisable carnivores in […]

How can I make studying at home easier? 8 Tips For Studying At Home Effectively Try Active Studying. Active studying is as simple as asking questions before, during, and after study time. Get A Good Night’s Sleep. Study At The Right Time. Have A Designated Study Area. Eat Properly. Get […]

Will we ever run out of diesel fuel? So How Much Diesel is Left? In 2014, British Petroleum (BP) estimated that we had 1.688 trillion barrels of crude oil in the Earth, which they said should last humanity at least 53 years. Because it has been six years since the […]