Did you know that 80% of the world’s cork comes from two countries – Portugal and Spain? (EL) It’s probably no coincidence then that Portugal and Spain are neighbors of the top 3 wine producers globally (France, Italy, and Spain) (EL) since cork is used overwhelmingly as a wine bottle stopper. But while opening a bottle …
What is the age limit for becoming a firefighter? Am I too old?We all have dreams and aspirations. Our dreams and aspirations can change in an instant, and sometimes we do not realize what we want to do, or what our true calling might be, until later on in life. There is no problem with …
Unsure whether you want to become a firefighter or police officer?Choosing the best career for you can depend on a number of factors, from which career pays better to which career you will be happier doing.You also have to take into consideration how long the required training will take, as well as if you have …
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Firefighters are incredibly respected and revered members of society, and the work that they do helps to protect lives and property from danger and damage. For this reason, if you are considering pursuing a career in the fire service, you should expect to face drug testing along the way. The number of drug tests that you …
The Fireman’s Prayer is a beautiful and much loved poem that captures the fears and trauma faced by firefighters at the end of each day, and the courage and strength that enables them to face their work again the next day. It was written in the mid 1900s, shortly after the conclusion of the Second …
Want to become a firefighter in Florida?Whether you live in Florida or are planning to move there, this guide will tell you everything you need to know.The path to becoming a firefighter in Florida is similar to other states, except with a few differences. You will have to meet a set of minimum requirements, pass …
Knots are really handy things to know. They can come in use in a bunch of different scenarios from pitching up tents while camping to tying things down so they don’t fall apart.Knowing how to tie a lot of different knots is such a practical skill to have that a lot of careers require you to …
In today’s times, there is more pollution in the air than ever before. The rates may be higher or lower depending where you live in the world, but regardless, the worsening air quality surrounding us every day has many effects on our lungs, and our ability to breathe. While it is believed that there is a …
Have you ever looked at the loaf of bread on your table and been afraid of it? Have you wondered if it could catch fire or maybe even explode? Probably not. But should you? Again, probably not. But what about the flour used to make that bread? Are the answers to those questions the same …
Ray Bradbury’s famous dystopian novel, Fahrenheit 451, takes its title from the alleged temperature at which paper burns. Written in 1953, the book is set in a futuristic America where books are banned and are actually set on fire by ‘firemen’ in order to censure citizens, destroy culture and suppress knowledge. The novel was a …
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