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A. Rancāns "Russification". Quotes.

A. Rancāns "Russification". Quotes.

They had neither a home nor possessions, and all their wealth was what they could put on their backs: one quilted jacket, one pair of trousers, one pair of imitation leather boots. Sometimes various shiny aluminium rattles were pinned to the dirty quilted jacket to command respect - they called them orders or medals.

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Micro or Non-Micro Company?

Micro or Non-Micro Company?

Under certain conditions a micro-enterprise pays more in taxes than a regular LLC. It is easy to notice that a micro-enterprise is advantageous if a balance has been found between the number of employees and revenue.

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On Teachers' Salaries

On Teachers' Salaries

The purpose of this article is to show that teachers' salaries are far from consisting only of a base salary, as is often presented by the media and by teachers themselves. Moreover, when working multiple loads, it is not hard to imagine that there is simply no time left for consultations.

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Seven Men Among Penguins. M. Marret

Seven Men Among Penguins. M. Marret

When in the autumn of 1951 Mario Marret and three of his companions left France and set out for Antarctica, they lived in Adélie Land through three summers and two winters. This was France's third expedition to Antarctica. The story is about the polar explorers' everyday life and the living conditions that prevailed in Antarctica. About setting out on excursions in blizzards, conducting observations and research. And, of course - penguins.

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Press Freedom and News Credibility

Press Freedom and News Credibility

Press freedom is a sacred matter, but this case illustrates that "official news agencies" cannot be a reliable source of news, since it is evident that the high EU official Mogherini could not simultaneously have had two different positions on one issue.

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About the Freedom Monument

About the Freedom Monument

With the 96th anniversary of national independence approaching on 18 November, the idea arose to look into the history and gather the most interesting facts and images about one of the symbols of the people's freedom - the Freedom Monument.

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Some Interesting Facts About Animals

Some Interesting Facts About Animals

While browsing old photographic postcards, I noticed that the most amusing ones feature animals that are attributed human qualities or that involuntarily imitate us, thus allowing us to look at ourselves from the outside. Then, while Googling, I stumbled upon a series of interesting facts about animals that I hadn't known before. Perhaps you'll find a discovery or two as well.

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What Boosts Self-Confidence

What Boosts Self-Confidence

Some will certainly claim that self-confidence is built by inner conviction and positive thinking. That is largely true, as we know well - all problems, complexes, and prejudices exist only in our heads. Others again associate self-confidence with wealth and financial security. But one recent study from the University of Hertfordshire (England) shows that clothing and overall appearance can also significantly boost self-confidence.

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Facts and Propaganda. Латвийские русские. Десять веков истории

Facts and Propaganda. Латвийские русские. Десять веков истории

The film emphasises Russia's greatness and strength, but provides no answers to several fundamental questions. The enemy is clearly identified - the West - yet it is entirely unclear in which direction Russia wishes to develop, and it does not appear that this question has preoccupied the film's authors either. Evidently the barn is empty and it is time to go raiding.

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