i am married on American, which work in Germany, if Sofa stamp is enough for come in Germany from Russia

i am married on American, which work in Germany, if Sofa stamp is enough for come in Germany from Russia?
I am just married with American in Denmark, my husband work for the goverment on military base in Germany now, we are in process getting Sofa stamp for me. If it will be enough for me and my daughter come to Germany. Do i need also to have military/spouse ID?
Embassies & Consulates - 3 Answers
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See Alberta Gonzales he sells sofas
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sorry that i can not help you .. but i have one advice ..psot this questions under the military section because i guess you will find a lot of military spouses there . If that don't work your hubby should ask at his base . They should know about the SOFA Stamp Good luck Doro hey look i found a forum about your issue http://forums.military.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/82700030713/m/9730001790001 http://www.military.com/ maybe they can help you :)
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Should I just up and move to Russia? Will I find work? Will they kill me? Will I be a rock star

Should I just up and move to Russia? Will I find work? Will they kill me? Will I be a rock star?
Sometimes I feel like I've spent so many years with visitors and recent immigrants that I am one. Born and raised in the States, though. I have no Russian blood. I've been only once and loved it and wanted to stay weeks longer. I've had tons of friends from all over the fmr Sov Union... I'm conversationally fluent and can recite Pushkin by heart. I have a small vocabulary, but can read, write, speak, understand... Some parts of Russia hate hate Americans. I'm of Asian blood and some skinheads in the market hate all kinds of people and will just kill you for your jacket if you are not Russian street smart. I love Russia, the mindset, the pop music, movies old and new... the old culture, the ancient culture and the Russia of today. I love the excitement, tradition, craziness, and change... I am in technology and could probably get an IT-Related job. I have friends and acquaintances from Kaliningrad to Moscow to Rostov Na Don... Kharkov, Petropavlovsk and Vladivostok. I love blini, traditional borsh, pelmeni s smetyanoi, krasnuyu ikru... I can touch type on the computer keyboard in both languages and not necessarily "stuck" in either one culture or the other. I can float my ideas, foundations. I don't want to join the CIA or FSB, though. Should I just burn my frequent flyer miles and go and never come back?
Russia - 3 Answers
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They wouldn't let you in. Russia has very stringent visa restrictions.
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Good question. I think the hardest part for you would be finding sponsorship for work from a Russian company to give you a visa to work in Russia. By all means it sounds as though you should pack up and leave tomorrow, but obviously the visa restrictions would prevent doing so. My advise would be to take a 3-4 week holiday there and live as most Russians would. If you still want to live there then learn the language and move. Ask your friends if they can help you get a job. Out of the cities you mentioned, the more you travel east to Siberia the more Asians there are so there is a much less likelihood of being beaten. There are many Asians in Vladivostok. Good luck with your ambition and I really hope you move to Russia, its a wonderful place!
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There will be visa issues. If you find a company to sponsor you, then you're much better off. Otherwise you'll be required to leave every 90 days and stay out for 90 days before returning. You can get a visa for 180 days per year, but no more than 90 days at one time without being sponsored by a Russian employer. More info on getting a job here: http://russianreport.wordpress.com/come-to-russia-get-a-visa/employment-in-russia/

I am in Russia and my visa will not work. What can I do

I am in Russia and my visa will not work. What can I do?

Other - Destinations - 6 Answers
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prostitution to see you through
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Call Svetlana.
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Get a blanket and stay there
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Hi,,,, go to your embassy if you can and get help.... good luck
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try Mastercard
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I assume the question is about Visa card and not visa in passport 1. Ask relatives to transfer money using Western Union or MoneyGram 2. Call Visa: Russia (Moscow only) 755-5042-866-654-0164 Russia (St.Petersburg only) 325-5042-866-654-0164 Russia (outside Moscow/St. Petersburg) 8-10-800-110-1011-866-654-0164

how to find contact details for architecture offices working in Moscow - Russia

how to find contact details for architecture offices working in Moscow - Russia?
i need to find a job around there so to send my porfolio i'm asking kinda list of architecture offices around moscow (foreign and Russian companies)
Other - Arts & Humanities - 1 Answers
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use the phonebook if you can read russian. also/or call the operator and find job openings.

describe how the court system works in russia (judicial)

describe how the court system works in russia (judicial)?
(include details about levels of courts, who makes the final decision, court or leader?) please help me. thanks =]
Government - 3 Answers
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you forgot to say please............go look it up wow robutto, how informative, thumbs down for you to
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She said: Please help me. thanks =] PS - One thing I do know is that America and Russia rank 1 & 2 (or 2 & 1) in the world in number of inmates. Russia has a large prison population as does America.
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I am not sure, I don't live in Russia...sorry, any Russians out in Y!A land, that can help her...

I want to study abroad in Russia

I want to study abroad in Russia?
I am 16 and I am going into the 11th grade. I am in senior high school. I would really like to study abroad in Russia, perferably in Moscow. Is this possible? Also, while one is studying in Russia can they work too? I speak Russian almost fluently.
Russia - 9 Answers
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dont do it!
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yea it is.
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wat r u smoking??? cuz tat stuff works!!!
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awesome i've always wanted to speak russian! i love russian history. if you get a grant from the rotary club in your community, then you'd be able to go
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It's difficult to find a meaningful study abroad program as most are simply small trips which last a few weeks. Wait until you are in college. Almost every college offers their students the ability to study abroad and Russia is an option at most. Study Abroad options at my university ranged from 6 weeks (summer) to a full year with the average being one semester. Study abroad is also increasingly common now.
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check out this site!
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Are you Russian? Do you know enough about the country and the people there? Have you been there? All questions to ask yourself.
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If is your dream go!!!!
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You can certainly study abroad, but you'll want to find a good program. As someone else said, it might be easier to wait for college, but you can do summer programs next year if you don't want to wait. I am currently in Russia, and just finished studying on the GRINT Russian program- they had a five week program in St. Petersburg, and options for a five or ten week program summer program here in Moscow. There's plenty of options during the year, but those would be more available to college students. Moscow living is pricey, so if you don't have relatives here, you'll want to find a program which includes living expenses- I'm living with relatives, which cut down on the cost of the program, but GRINT had both homestay and dorm options, which I think cost the same. Homestay would be good to practice your Russian. As for working, some programs prohibit it to a certain extent- if you get a "studenchesky billet" - (student ticket/card), they usually don't want you to be making money on the side. Still, you can get around it to some extent, just look into the particular job you want. Since you already know Russian so well, you could try just to come and get a job for a summer, since Russian programs will cost a lot- but you need to have some living option.

Russia dating scam check

Russia dating scam check?
I met some gal online who says she's from Moscow, Russia. I've got pics and all her info. I'm thinking about going over there to visit her but have heard all about the fraud and scam. Does anyone know a good private investigator or website that works in Russia? I need a background check done on her and fast.
Russia - 6 Answers
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i wouldnt recomend
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tell us the url, so we can check.
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If you must - http://www.russianscamcheck.org/Basic_ScamCheck.shtml http://b-e-o-w-u-l-f.com/
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There is one way to know if it's a scam, has she ask for money? If she never ask for money, then she may be real. Russian people are very proud, they will never ask for money. So when a Russian woman asks for money, then somethings wrong. If you are serious about a Russian or Ukraine woman, then try www.anastasia-international.com I spent 1yr in Russia and fell in love with the women, they are wonderful, even married one.
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try Private Detective Oleg Viktorovitch Pykov http://www.syshik.ru/eng/
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Wymoo is good and specializes in screening for scams and fraud. They have investigators in Russia and have a good reputation. Not sure about the cost but they have a free quote on their website. Definitely get her checked out if you're serious about her - like you said, there are a ton of scams in Russia and its best to be careful.

In what ways was the working population in Russia different from other countries in Europe , before 1917

In what ways was the working population in Russia different from other countries in Europe , before 1917 ?

Other - Social Science - 1 Answers
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While other countries had started their industrial revolution in the 1800's, Russia didn't move in the same way until 1917. Before industrial revolution, workers previously lived on estates, farmed land and paid rent to the land owners. They had few opportunities to change their situation and they had no representation in government. Once opportunities began to spring up in cities, workers moved to the city. They were able to begin to amass some wealth and eventually own property. (This wasn't easy and the working conditions were deplorable, but they were able to keep some of the money they made - that didn't really happen on estates). Many European countries had moved to democracy by the turn of the century (or something like it - monarchies as sole governments were becoming a thing of the past). Russia, however, was still living in terms of the Tsar. Workers were still living on estates which they did not own and they had no say in the functioning of government. There was an increasing disenchantment with the rural and oppressive lives they were leading while the bourgeoisie enjoyed the fruits of the worker's labours. The 1917 February Revolution led by the Bolsheviks marked the end of the monarchy - and Tsar Nicholas II and his entire family - and the rise of communism under Vladimir Lenin. Communism allowed the workers to start to take control of their lives.

Why is my Foreign taxes shown as income on my W-2

Why is my Foreign taxes shown as income on my W-2?
Hi, I work in Russia and I am a resident of the USA. I am in Russia about 7 months of the year. My US employer pays 13% tax for me in Russia and when I received my W-2 it was shown as income for me. Is this right? An why should I have to pay on income that I have already paid taxes on once. Any help?
United States - 2 Answers
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You are in a very complicated tax situation. You say you are a resident of the US so you would be taxed as any US citizen would be taxed, ie. on worldwide income from whatever source unless specifically exempted by the tax code. What that really means to you is this: yes, Russia will tax your income because you are providing services in Russia. To the degree your employer pays your taxes on your behalf, that is considered under the US tax code to be taxable compensation to you, and thus the amount of taxes paid would be added to your box 1 wages on your W2. Since you are a US resident, you will also be taxed on your income you earned in Russia even though you are also being taxed by Russia. To help mitigate the double taxation, you have 2 options: 1. File a Foreign Earned Income Exclusion election to exclude up to $87,600 (you won't get the whole exclusion because you were only in Russia for 7 months). The form is called a 2555. 2. Calculate a Foreign Tax Credit on form 1118 to take credit for the Russian taxes paid, which will decrease the amount of US tax you owe on this same income. Robyn M. Enrolled Agent Master Tax Advisor **This advice was prepared based on our understanding of the tax law in effect at the time it was written as it applies to the facts that you provided.
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If you do not qualify for form 2555, the foreign taxes can be claimed on form 1116 (1118 is for corporations) or as a itemized deduction, but not both. You have to pay taxes to the US as well as Russia. Russia is taxing you because of where you were working. The USA is taxing you because they tax citizens and resident aliens on worldwide income. There are only a few countries that tax on worldwide income.

In Russia, car drive you. In Russia, radio listen to you. How does work in America

In Russia, car drive you. In Russia, radio listen to you. How does work in America?

Politics - 4 Answers
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President ignore you.
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In Amerika they fire a warning shot! What a Country!
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in America , Sex , Drugs and Rock 'n' Roll , Drives every thing , come over and join the party Comrade .
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In Russia government has control of corporation. In America corporation has control of government.

A young college student, 19, from Russia seeks job for summer in Wash DC area-he has work visa-who to turn to

A young college student, 19, from Russia seeks job for summer in Wash DC area-he has work visa-who to turn to?
The student is working as a lifeguard in the evening and fulltime on weekends. A part-time or full-time day job Mon thru Fri would be wonderful. He speaks English reasonably well. He is very polite and smiling. I am trying to help him. I don't know where to look to help him. He has work visa. He is just obtaining social security number. He will only be here for the summer. Thanks very much with a smile.
Immigration - 4 Answers
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You won't be able to get one . It's like near impossible to get a Working visa for the states..
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try monster.com, or see if Georgetown University will let you use their employment boards. Or if he just wanted to work at a store or McDonalds or a restaurant, he should just go and ask if they are looking for help.
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if he has a valid visa and getting a SSN he should be able to apply at any place he wishes to work with out much to mush grief.
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Go back to communist russia.

Is it safe to work and live in St. Petersburg, Russia or in a Russian Country

Is it safe to work and live in St. Petersburg, Russia or in a Russian Country?
Greetings! I'm from Asia and I would like to seek advice if it is safe to work and live in St. Petersburg, Russia or in a Russian Country. A family is interested to hire me as a nanny to their kids. Since, I was thinking that it is a communist country. Should I continue with the application? I think they're nice but theres difference with the people and their culture. Can anyone help me and give me some good and appropriate advice? Thank you very much. :)
Other - Society & Culture - 3 Answers
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It's not a very safe country. I would avoid it.
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If your life is important to you, don't ever go there!!!
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First, Russia has not been a "communist" country for the last 20+ years - where have you been ? St Petersburg is a beautiful city and exciting place to be, however it is quite expensive. Also, it is very different from the rest of the country. The lifestyle and people's attitudes are different. I wouldn't recommend going to the countryside. There is no place on Earth that is 100% safe. Is it safe to work and live in your Asian country ? Like in many other places around the world, people are cautios of foreigners, so if you decide to come, just take an effort to learn about the culture and don't expect any special treatment. If you speak the language and respect the culture, you shouldn't have any problems.

Can a travel agent from Russia book a hotel in Mexico for an American Citizen? How does it work

Can a travel agent from Russia book a hotel in Mexico for an American Citizen? How does it work?

Other - Destinations - 1 Answers
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Yes,.. (((You))) can even book one if you have a major credit card and internet access

do I need a degree to teach english to Russians

do I need a degree to teach english to Russians?
I really want to live and work in Russia . I live in the U.S and English is my first language. I am going to start Culinary school in Texas and want to finish in Russia.
Languages - 3 Answers
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The answer is you don't NEED to if you can get some to hire you and get you a visa to enter Russia. Getting a Russian visa, even for a short visit, can be a HUGE problem. And in all likelihood, you won't find anyone to hire you without qualifications since there are thousands of people with qualifications you're competing against. Not to mention that you probably have NO idea how to teach English.
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Pretty much, yes. In general you'll need a degree (although there are still possibilities if you do not have this) and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate to get a visa and work. There are ways around it though but it won't be easy.
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I agree with ICAL and Alaric in that the best employers will probably not want to hire you without proper credentials and qualifications. Speaking English fluently is not the only requirement to being able to teach it. You need to know all the fancy jargon and be able to explain complicated aspects of grammar; stuff that most native English speakers don't even think about and therefore do not really know how to teach. You also shouldn't forget the fact that English isn't exactly the rarest language in the world; so while there is a huge demand for QUALIFIED English teachers abroad, there are also a lot of qualified applicants. You should work towards getting a degree or certificate in one of the following choices, or in something similar: Teaching English as a Foreign Language, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, or Teaching English as a Second Language.

Why do liberals have such a positive view of socialism

Why do liberals have such a positive view of socialism?
http://www.gallup.com/poll/125645/Socialism-Viewed-Positively-Americans.aspx Didn't work in Russia. East Germany and all of the russian puppet states, North Korea, etc. So why do you have such a positive view of it?
Politics - 16 Answers
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Easy answer,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,misery loves company. Socialism is easy, you can get a easy job, and still live as good as the brain surgeon. Socialism rewards failure. See the favorite liberal quote is "Socialism is Fair" and they are right,,,, socialism distributes poverty equally. I say capitalism is fair, it rewards those that work, and punishes those that do not.
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Stockholm Syndrome after years of indoctrination from our lousy hollywood and crappy schools.
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Because socialism isn't a government, it's an economic system employed by a government. Those countries were fascist whereas the libs you're referring to prefer Democratic Socialism like the systems set-up in Sweden and such.
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Because socialism is about equality, and Republicans are about making the rich richer.
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They don't. But the majority of Americans voted for Obama not because of Obama, but because of the horrific alternative. Its fine to disagree with Obama, but if the Republicans want to win they have to come up with alternative ideas and candidates. Instead they put their neagtive-ignorant face on show at tea party rallies and shout "you lie" at our head of state. All that negativity is just political masturbation; sure its fun, but its not going to get a Republican in the white house.
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Liberalism is a mental disorder. Either way, voting Republican or Democrat is a vote to bankrupt yourself. Yet millions of Americans, are still voting to bankrupt themselves even though the cost to pay off the public debt (federal, state, county, municipal and schools) now comes to over $50,000 per citizen. That means that someone who has kids needs to pony up for their kids also. It's time for Americans to abandon the two party farce that has abandoned Americans through bankruptcy. Liberals = Green Party Moderates = Libertarian Party Conservatives = Constitution Party Source(s): http://www.debtclock.org http://www.constitutionparty.com
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we have a positive view of a mixed economy -- much like the rest of the world -- you guys over use it and propagandize it so much that the word is worthless
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Liberals gain power when you give up your rights
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Stupidity
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1) That wasn't socialism. That was Communism. 2) West Germany taking over East Germany during Unification and producing the strongest economy in Europe, That is Socialism. 3) After watching free market capitalism almost destroy the world economy, why do conservatives have such a positive view of capitalism?
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They can't compete in a capitalistic society because they're too stupid. Therefore, they're jealous and want what you have.
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Socialism involves "increasing the role of government through legislation" (Barney Frank) and remaking the economy into a "redistributive" system to "level the playing field" (Obama)... and provides the framework to make it happen. Just don't call them "socialists" or "bolsheviks" when they prefer to be called "Progressive"... it will alarm the sheeple.
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We're smart enough to realize that the US has been a blend of democracy and socialistic policies and trends almost since our inception. As are the vast majority of successful countries world wide.
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why do conservatives play dumb and pretend like they don't know the difference between communims and socialism... when you ask them a real question about it, they plainly do know the difference... guess it's easier to play dumb? can you not make a legitimate point using the actual facts?
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The day liberals begin to suggest nationalising industries will be the day conservatives aren't purposely confusing the issue by calling liberals "socialists". Saying liberals are Nazis because the Nazi party was called the national socialist party is only taking it a step further in insanity when you consider that every history textbook printed since WW2 explicitly says nazis were right wing fascists. It's just name calling when you want fascism and socialism to be the same thing. Especially when this was what divided Europe for several decades and cost hundreds of millions of lives. Maybe all the fascists and socialists who died in bloody wars fighting each other were actually on the same side and didn't realise it? Considering Russia killed 8 out of every 10 nazis in WW2 it might serve as an interesting lesson on what the war was really about! Shock jocks like Rush Limbaugh, Ann Coulter and Glenn Beck have convinced people that you can just make baseless personal attacks on your political opponents with little empathy and don't need any credibility at all because it's fine to just hate them. This is ironically what made fascism so appealing! People were losing faith in capitalism and wanted an alternative to socialism, so they embraced fascism. Fascism told the people that the Jews were the reason capitalism was failing and people all agreed they didn't even deserve a kind word.
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Because the democratic variety of socialism works remarkably well in, say, Sweden or Canada, not to mention Brandt's Germany, or Mitterrand's France, where actual socialists wielded power. Before you start bitchin' 'bout Canada, you won't hear a single Canadian complain about socialism. Emgirating to the US from Canada and the other way around is easy: Why aren't Canadians flocking to the US?

How can I move back to Russia and live comfortably

How can I move back to Russia and live comfortably?
I moved to the states when i was six years old. i've always hated it here, and the only times ive really been happy was when i was visiting Russia and my family there. I'm going to the University of Pittsburgh for finance/international business and want to work in finance over in Russia. I want to be the guy you see with the nice car, nice cloths, nice girl, nice crib..... alot of them over there lol.. so how do i make my dream come true? what steps must i take?
Russia - 4 Answers
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Instead going to Pittsburgh, get yourself 1 year in any university in Russia ( at least), live there in full, take a look, than decide. Iceman and Anatoly answers were the best, I gave you guys both a TU
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Ask your Russian relatives explain you the difference between tourism and immigration.If you move to Russia you will soon find out that the place in the dream you have in mind is already occupied by guys who deal in finance "the Russian way". The way is rarely described in textbooks you read, it includes robbery, falsification of documents, money laundering, fixed courts, corruption and many more things you have no idea about. That's how those guys with nice cars, etc live and work. The most aggressive from them have already moved their girls abroad.
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a few steps: 1. Realize that the country you have visited and dreamed about is far different from the one you intend to live in. You need to be prepared for a reality check and it's not something you are going to like. 2. Can you live the "cool" life there? Sure, but not the way you are dreaming about, and not for long on a typical salary in Moscow. Let's get you a job that pays. Do you have solid family government contacts? probaby not so the chances of getting a fat government job are as likely as being selected to go to the moon. Do you have a solid family background as a "new Russian" again the chances are slim, so working within organized crime is doubtful (who would really trust you? You have no family ties or loyalties). The last chance is the free market, I hate to break the news to you but this is far from America and the land of opportunity. If you were lucky enough to get a real job, there's a good chance the company would close for not paying taxes, or you would be working as an underling for someone that is connected. The dream is great but unrealistic. Every day, good people that are sick of the corruption and lying emmigrate out of Russia and to countries where their hard work will afford them and their families a good life. The reason this is done, is that what you are seeking isn't there for most people.
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Graduate in the US and then approach American companies who have business in Russia. But I have my doubts about the income meeting your lifestyle dreams in Russia. Nice 'crib's in the centre of Moscow - http://www.evans.ru/

Do you think communism worked in russia during decades of the 20 century

Do you think communism worked in russia during decades of the 20 century???
Why or why not?? Would the communist philosophy of Karl Marx worked had they continued with that thinking, why or why not???
Politics - 6 Answers
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if it had worked would it have collapsed after only 70 years?
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Of course it did. Right up until they entered into the war with Afghanistan. Russia were actually doing better than the US in the space race until you faked the lunar landings. Russia were better than you at just about anything apart from corruption and lies. That is where you shone through. The war with Afghanistan drained their resources to breaking point and who's fault was that? Don't think they haven't forgotten your Arming and training of the mujahideen.
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Absolutely not. There were to many shortages in materials. You need to read the book How We Survived Communism and Even Laughed. It is a great book that tells and insider's story of communism.
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Since it collapsed under it's own weight, (for many, many reasons, mostly economical, not from afghanistan) I would most certainly say it did not.
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It would never have worked, communism erodes the economic foundation of a country. That's another reason to steer clear of Democrats, they have the same philosophy.
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Do you take vote to find a correct course when you are in a ship that has lost its path in sea, or you will try to read map or compass etc? It's like this. If one desires to have a genuine answer one has to study Marxism and Russian history. When a socio-economic system falls apart there are certain specific reasons for the downfall. The logic of 70 years is a lazy logic which does not intend to go to the root of the problem. Feudal society reigned for hundreds of years and then it died down. If one studies Marxism honestly forgetting all kinds of bias, one will certainly understand that downfall of socialism in USSR was due to deviation from true Marxism. After the death of Stalin, Khruschov and his followers undertook the job of restoration of capitalism. They actually implemented certain economic "reforms" which paved the way for destruction of socialism in USSR. Those reforms were all against the Marxian concept of Socialism. These reforms brought back private property over means of production first in agriculture then in industry. They introduced profit motive for production. They further expanded the role of free market. Through the course of years, in such situation, the new capitalist class, an elite class, emerged banking on beaurocracy in state administration. On the other hand the economy started to suffer and the load was put upon the people who sufferred and a great many thought that the fault lied with Marxism as understood by Lenin and Stalin.

Where to find info on current Russia

Where to find info on current Russia?
I'm working on a project on the current economic/governmental situation of Russia. I was looking for any sources that may be helpful in finding real GDP, CPI, or any other economic indicators. Second, I was looking for any sites to show a basic layout of how the government works in both job description and a spread of the relationships between the government groups. Most of this would be helpful, but the most help I could ask for is a link or name to a show on Russia as a country, preferably from the 1980s to the present. Something to tell the story of Russia and its people. The History Channel has probably done some documentaries on the subject. This does not need to be purely factual in nature, but something to give me a leg up on how Russia works and where I need to start looking. I don’t speak Russian which seems to be what most of the sites are written in, so if the sites suggested could be in English, I would be grateful. So if I could get the name of any of these sources or shows, it would be a tremendous help on starting this project.
Government - 4 Answers
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The best link I can give you that will answer most if not all your questions is the CIA World Factbook page for Russia Here is the link: (it is 100% reliable and is a very well known source) I have used it for global assignments in the past: https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/rs.html Hope that helps! :) Amy
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The CIA world factbook (google it and the website will pop up, i don't know the address off the top of my head). This document has economic and governmental information listed for every country in the world, and is a reliable source. It is very basic info, and won't give you much cultural insight. But its a decent starting point. Also, keep in mind that Russia through the 1980s was the USSR, and the government and to some extent, culture have changed since the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. Another thing you could look up is an article that Time magazine ran in the early 90's about the McDonalds they opened in Moscow, some of the quotes in there can give a little insight into the post-communism mentality in the country. I know it sounds random...but i found it interesting.
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Moscow
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There is a freeviw channel called Russia Today

If you got a cell phone in the US, can you still use it (with the same provider) if you move to Russia

If you got a cell phone in the US, can you still use it (with the same provider) if you move to Russia?
I was wondering... If you have a cell phone, for examle, T-mobile provided. If I moved to Russia, and my parents stayed here and payed the bill, would my service and my phone still work in Russia - even though they don't have that service provider? One of my friends has been talking to a boy over the internet and he claims he's from Russia, and he says he has a US phone from when he used to live there and his parents pay his bill (they live in the US). According to my knowledge, they don't have ANY of the same US Providers over in Russia. I'm thinking he's lying.
Russia - 4 Answers
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i'm pretty sure you can, but it'll be REALLY REALLY Expensive. It's better if you just buy another phone in russia.
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Mobile telephones from America only work in America. You can purchase a sim card for some other countries but it will be more expensive to use it. You can subscribe to a service there. America is unfortunately far behind europe and asia in mobile phones. There you can use any phone for any service. Here not so, you must buy a phone for your specific service. But if you take your t-mobile to Russia with you it will not work at all. And you can't use it for a service there. There's always e-mail.
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nope it wont work, I already tried last summer
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You can use US providers, but mega expensive. best thing is just to get a sim card from Beeline or UMC when you are in Moscow and just use the Russian providers.Much less expensive if you are staying there for a while

If you got a cell phone in the US, can you still use it (with the same provider) if you move to Russia

If you got a cell phone in the US, can you still use it (with the same provider) if you move to Russia?
I was wondering... If you have a cell phone, for examle, T-mobile provided. If I moved to Russia, and my parents stayed here and payed the bill, would my service and my phone still work in Russia - even though they don't have that service provider? One of my friends has been talking to a boy over the internet and he claims he's from Russia, and he says he has a US phone from when he used to live there and his parents pay his bill (they live in the US). According to my knowledge, they don't have ANY of the same US Providers over in Russia. I'm thinking he's lying.
Cell Phones & Plans - 2 Answers
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Check with the phone carrier.
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You are half correct. In order to use your cell phone that you purchase here in the United States and travel internationally they would have to have the same network. For example if I had A T&T Wireless here in the United States I would have to make sure they have coverage in the country and service that I am traveling to. However there is an alternative that people sometimes do. They buy a unlock GSM phone either from A T&T or T-Mobile and once they go to a international country they just purchase a sim card from any provider in that country and put it into their unlock GSM cell phone that they bought here in the United States and it would work in that country. The reason why it works is the United States cell phone is unlock and uses GSM network which is used in a lot of countries. This is what I think your friend did. He has a unlock GSM phone and goes to Russia and purchases a sim card and he uses whatever provider that services Russia with that sim card.

Who is Khodorkovsky and what did he do

Who is Khodorkovsky and what did he do?
I know this matter is from a while back, but I'd like to know more. Who is Mikhail Khodorkovsky and what did he do to get himself thrown in jail? And why is America and Canada freaking out about it? And why do people keep saying Khodorkovsky should be pardoned? Because some people say he should not. Sorry if I seem naive about the way Russia works, I've never lived there, though I am Russian.
Politics - 1 Answers
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-He was the richest man in Russia. -When the USSR fell, he, along with a group of other individuals became rich by being in the right place at the right time (along with a certain degree of smarts of course) -He became rich by acquiring natural resources and industries which had previously been public entities. -During this era (the 90s) these super rich people (called oligarchs) were despised by the common man. They were believed to have acquired their wealth in immoral manners. -During the reign of Yeltsin, these oligarchs had immense influence on the country creating a kleptocracy (steal from the state) system of gov. in which they weilded immense influence in business as well as politics. -Putin came to power and began to replace these individuals as the leading power in the country. -Khodorkovsky, became involved in politics and began to criticize the president. -he was then arrested -While although he is guilty of many financial crimes (as are most Russian businessmen) he was singled out for political reasons (think of Martha Stuart X1000 a scape goat who is also guilty) -because of this, he is considered a political prisoner for a more detailed breakdown check wikipedia

my gf went 2 russia w/o tellin me and im confused

my gf went 2 russia w/o tellin me and im confused?
me and my gf were havin an argument and she was takin bout gettin away from all of this and i thought she was goin 2 stay with her mom for a bit. a week later i stop by her house today and her sister tells me she went to russia last week. her sister said that she told her mom she wanted to get away and her mom bought the plane tickets to russia (shes half russian). i called her phone (which does work in russia) and she didnt answer. im confused as to y she would leave w/o me knowin and then on top of that she left the country. i need advice. should i keep callin/textin her or just wait until she gets back or try and forget about her? help please.
Singles & Dating - 5 Answers
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just wait. then apologize always works.
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Time to find a new girlfriend. Do you really not know? Here, I'll quote it for you: "me and my gf were havin an argument and she was takin bout gettin away from all of this" Move on, she left the country because of you. Luck
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just let her have some time. girls need space everyonce and awhile it will be okay, everything will work out.
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She is obviously just trying to get rid of it all and take a break Answer Mine: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Ai90dvKp9jVjX8RAaAyEEkDsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20090729165141AAapfQN
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shes most likely cheating on you, b/c on the show miami social the chick tells her b/f that she went to n.y. and he calls her and her hotel and he find out shes in bora bora with some other guy on the beach drinking cocktails, to prove you love her go to russia and apologize b/c u being a man u probably did something wrong.

I do like a man, we work together on rotation, how to show that I adore him,he's English, I am Russian.

I do like a man, we work together on rotation, how to show that I adore him,he's English, I am Russian.?
We work in Russia, he works one month on/off. He seems to like me, but maybe I see only what I want.
Singles & Dating - 14 Answers
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ask him 2 dinner
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I don't know enough about you guys to answer this, but if you look like any of the Russian babes I have seen, you could dump him and try "The Boot" on for size!!!
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Grab him between the legs, push him up against the wall, and stick your tongue in his mouth. He'll get the clue.
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try understand him better. Go out together for movie, dinner, have fun, get pissed then you'll know him inside out.
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VODKA....
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You need to see how much he likes you, this is more important than letting him know how much you like him. In fact, if you let him know that you adore him too quickly, you have a chance of scaring him.
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Well, show him some interest. Ask him what hes doin after you guys get off work...and see if he shows interest. Maybe coffee or dinner. Or you can be less indirect with him, send him mixed signals. Stir his anxiety. Create a sense of urgency and need, for him to want and need you.
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first you must know if he is intristed then look at him all the time in a love looks and then by a smile ask him out. by the way i loveeeeeeeee russia
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leave something subtle, but obvious on his desk. have a sexually oriented conversation, or what you find attractive in a guy. unless he is an idiot he'll know whats up.
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Privet Try talking to him and find a common interest then ask him where he is going to lunch. He will invite you to lunch trust me I know.Then see what happens from there because he probably does like you. do svidoniya
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You are kidding. Russian girls are lovely. Ask him out directly or ask him to show you some night life related to eating out and play on the fact that you are russian. He will be pleased to show his lady love around. You have probably picked a rather old fashioned englishman that will suit you. He could be rather shy and retiring he will kick himself unless someone does something and so will you. It will give you chance to know his life and values. there are some great english guys out there.
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maybe he do like you the only person who knows this is him. maybe his playing hard to get. or maybe his just waiting for the right time. just walk up to him and ask him would he like to go on a lunch break with you. or if not would he like to meet up after work. see were it go`s from there then the ball in his court. also make sure to make eye concert he should get the hint then? hopefully. hope all go`s well 4 you let us know how did go`s
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Ask him to go out for a drink the next time you 2 have the same night off, of maybe go for lunch/coffee during the day if you both have the same break period.I can tell you though, inter-office relationships can be tricky, does your company have a policy about employees dating?Can I assume you both have the same months off together? If so maybe plan a time to meet for dinner during your first week off, you could call it a celebration dinner if you don't want him to think it's a date, then play it by ear later.
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Go ahead & talk to him! Let him see your friendly & open side. However, bear in mind to keep things light-hearted to put both of you at ease. Listen to him & be attentive towards his feelings, mood etc everytime both of you talk. Take note of little things that can lead to the chance of making a date with him (example: if he tells you his fave food, mentally take note about it & find the best eating outlet that serves that food; get tickets to watch his fave games or movies) Then ask him out! Don't be shy! Get him to teach you Russian as well! This can be fun & engaging. Start slow by being friends with him & slowly he will find that you are beginning to become part of his life. & that can lead to him realising that you & him can be more than just friends!

Can I work and live in Russia

Can I work and live in Russia?
Hello all, I am Alireza Komaji, an Iranian, male 32 years old and I live in Iran. Because of my country's crisis in economy, culture, politic and other areas I want to immigrate to another country. My native language is Farsi (Persian) but I can also speak English, German and I am learning Russian for few months. I teach languages here in Tehran and earn only maximum $100 per month. Living costs in Iran are very very high. Monathly costs are so: a 50 squre meter apartment to rent is $500, a dormitory with 8 beds (8 persons) in a small room is $70. very very simple snak (bread, cheese, tea, and food fruits and no meat and fruits) is $100. If I immigrate to Russia, can I have a good job and can I live relax. Can you tell me a few about Russia and life condition there? thank you all
Other - Society & Culture - 1 Answers
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Usually you can compare the countries by UN Human Development Indices, which is overall of some other indices. Check it here: http://hdr.undp.org/en/statistics/ As you can see Iran has 84-th place, as Russia has 73. So let's say Iran is still better than the most of the other countries. Comparison of GDP per capita (by clicking on the country) gives 13,205$ in Russia vs 10,031$ in Iran. Usually in Moscow average wage could be up to 1000$ per month, but to rent an appartment is very expensive. At least 500$ for quite small apartment. And the cost of living is much higher too. The smaller the town the lesser cost of living and the room to rent. In small towns it is about 150$ per month but the average wages usually not higher than 300$. But it is possible to spend for food not more than 100$. So the rent of apartment will usually eat most of your wage anyway and it will be impossible just live. The other part is to find the job, which also can be the problem. The world crisis affected Russia as well. If you'll find the permanent job as the translator in the international company (such as Gazprom) Russian or not I guess it will solve all your problems. But don't limit yourself. I know a couple of guys in Russia who are using their knowledge of languages to be representatives of the foreign companies in Russia. You can try to find similar job in Iran. Anyway I'd recommend to re-ask this question or specifically question about the job in Russia here as there are more people from Russia or interested in Russia: http://answers.yahoo.com/dir/?link=list&sid=396545534

Please Does anyone have information about Russia

Please Does anyone have information about Russia?
Please does anyone know what it is like to live, study and work in Russia? Please I want to know because my family friend is planning a trip down there to live, work and study. What do you guys think? pls do you think its a good idea in terms of good education, safety, good basic amenities and If a student can also work and study. I really dont know much about Russia so please if anybody has any good in4 about Russia pls share it with me.... thanks... And also the language barrier cos I heard you have to learn the language.. I want to know if its gonna be difficult learning the language and how life is if you new and don't understand the language. My friends are not going to be in Moscow they got admission in a uni. in Arkhangelsk. They are currently in Africa and I really dont know much about Russia but I heard their are lots of racists, but I might be wrong cos have never been there and I live in Canada and never experienced discrimination here. I only hope my friends are making a good choice.
Russia - 2 Answers
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okay, I'm a Russian American, but I know plenty about the country. So first of all what city is your friend going to & what uni? And where is your friend from? It really depends on the city, but unless you're Russian or you're used to dealing with difficulties & solving problems just like that - don't bother going there. I mean it's cool for a visit. but if you wanna stay - be ready to face real problems. There's no such thing as the American Dream in Russia & really, ask me what you wanna know exactly & I'll tell ya. I know this country really well. I'm over here now as a matter of fact. So feel free to ask me :) P.S. And yeah, you have to KNOW Russian, cuz hardly anyone knows it there. I mean most people learn it, but they can hardly have a "hi-how are you" conversation with a foreigner. so learn the language first.
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I have actually been a student and worked in Russia so I can share my experiences with you. If your friends/family are going to study at a university in Russia, they will probably have to study for 1 year in a university Russian education course. It will be really great since the students are matched with other foreigners and can learn Russian, and after a good knowledge of Russian, the school will set-up students to take specialized courses in things like biology and chemistry if they are going to study medicine, Russian grammar and Russian literature if they are going to study Russian philology and so on. The programs really great and allow students to gain a great deal of knowledge in the subjects that they are studying, and are very well prepared for university education. If they are going to study in a city like Arkhangelsk, they will not be around English speakers like they would have been if they were in Moscow or St. Petersburg. Plus the city is not too big and it will allow for meeting a lot of people and enjoying the process of getting used to the Russian culture. The critical issue is of learning the language, because if you don't know the language, you will have some problems. It isn't like you are stuck not being able to do anything, just that you have more opportunities available to you when you know the language. But with the language program that is offered in the pre-university education, the people will learn the language quickly and be able to go out in the world and use it. I found myself able to communicate with people within a few weeks and found myself trying to learn more and more with conversational partners. It is critical not to speak your native language, you have to speak Russian as much as possible. In terms of living and studying, the college will help with adjustments, but there will be some time to adjust and get used to the Russian lifestyle. When I went there, I was prepared but it still took a bit of time before I became used to everything and was able to feel comfortable. My friends were able to make my adjustment easier and help me when I went to the stores to purchase products that were different than what I was accustomed to. But as long as a person is willing to learn, to go out and make friends and be involved with fellow students and the community, they will do fine. As for working, Russia doesn't have the same system like Canada or the US has in terms of working. If a person goes there, they could be a prviate tutor or instructor of English during free times. I supplemented my income by giving private lessons and I was very happy with my opporunities. I taught English lessons, as well as being an instructor at a local school on American history, culture and politics. In terms of living there and working there, when you know Russian, you have many opportunities available to you and you will be able to do a lot. I think when you know different languages, you have many opportunities available to you and it is a great country to explore, to learn about and to understand a new culture and society there. For discrimination in Russia, there is still discrimination, especially against blacks, asians and Jews. Much of it comes from Russians not having a lot of experience with foreigners, so the sight of black people does put them off. It takes time to alter people's minds but in the meantime, many Africans have gone to Russia and expereinced great success. I studied with a few Africans and they really loved their time in Russia and were happy with their education, even if sometimes they felt some racism. They just knew the opportunities were great there and just wanted to achieve their degrees.

How much does a new iphone 4 cost in Russia or Ukraine

How much does a new iphone 4 cost in Russia or Ukraine?
I'm heading to Russia and Ukraine for work, and I was wondering if it were cheaper to buy one here in the US, or get one while I'm there.
Russia - 5 Answers
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Certainly not cheaper.
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iPhone 4 16GB about 1367 $ iPhone 4 32GB about 1533 $
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About 828$ for 16GB ABout 848$ for 32GB The prices for an Unlocked factory iPhone is same in parts of the world.
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I was in ukraine a few weeks ago both in Kiev and Ivano frankivsk.Phones used to be cheaper over there, but like everything else prices have gone up and things like phones are less expensive in England now, so i would suggest having a look on somewhere wike big mir or meta and compare prices to what you would pay in the states
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No! It's way much cheaper in the US or Canada. They are manufactured there. I can't tell you the exact price.

Tech jobs in Russia

Tech jobs in Russia?
I am in the tech industry. Even though I'm very young I've had plenty experience with many different fields (computer HW, software, networking, and wireless communications). Which American companies hire technicians to work in Russia? I would love to live in Moscow and get paid an American salary. I speak/read/write fluent Russian.
Careers & Employment - 2 Answers
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I guess you work for a tech company. What you can do is try to outsource some work you are currently working on to Russia. Talk to your boss and see if you can run a test. Take a trip to Russia and find people like you, who know a lot about IT. I have IT background but I have no time to do something like that I have been think about doing something for some time now. -J
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The problem for you is that the companies are trying to hire russians, so they can pay them a lot less. The only Americans working in Russia are in middle/top management.

After graduating with BS in Civil/Structural Engineering in USA, can I live and work in another country

After graduating with BS in Civil/Structural Engineering in USA, can I live and work in another country?
I'm a citizen in Russia, and also will be a citizen in USA in 2 months. I think of working and live in Russia as a Structural Engineer after graduating in USA with Bachelor's in Civil Engineering. Is it possible? Or what do I have to do? Any advice and help please? Thank you.
Engineering - 1 Answers
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Get the degree wherever you want and work wherever you want... I don't see the problem... what is in your head is in your head. You may have to take a P.E. test in whatever country you settle in. But lots of professions have to do that...

After graduating with BS in Civil/Structural Engineering in USA, can I live and work in another country

After graduating with BS in Civil/Structural Engineering in USA, can I live and work in another country?
I'm a citizen in Russia, and also will be a citizen in USA in 2 months. I think of working and live in Russia as a Structural Engineer after graduating in USA with Bachelor's in Civil Engineering. Is it possible? Or what do I have to do? Any advice and help please? Thank you.
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Since the USA is a signatory of the Washington Accord 1989 in which signatories agree to recognize each other's qualifications, then the door is open for you to easily work as an engineer in signatory countries. The countries are: USA Korea Canada South Africa UK Australia Hong Kong Taiwan Singapore New Zealand Japan Ireland Malaysia http://www.washingtonaccord.org/Washington-Accord/signatories.cfm This list will probably increase over time. Russia currently has provisional status Organisations holding provisional status have been identified as having qualification accreditation or recognition procedures that are potentially suitable for the purposes of the Accord; those organisations are further developing those procedures with the goal of achieving signatory status in due course; qualifications accredited or recognised by organisations holding provisional status are not recognised by the signatories By the way, provisional status does not bar you from having your qualifications recognized by Russia. You will need to apply to the RAEE to have your qualifications recognized, if the provisional status has not been lifted by the time you graduate. Hope this helps.

How does the open border agreement in the EU work in countries that border non-EU states, such as Russia

How does the open border agreement in the EU work in countries that border non-EU states, such as Russia?
For example, is there control on the side bordering a non-EU state? Or is the border control that of the country that is non-EU? Have you even heard of the Schengen Agreement? Idiot. The USA is far too scared of Russia.
Other - Politics & Government - 2 Answers
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brian, I used to live in soviet union, which is no more. But some things are the same - go and try just crossing Russian border... like Mexicans do in the USA... and I guarantee - you'll wand up with a bullet between your years. I am amazed at your level of knowledge... Are you like 12 years old?
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The Schengen agreement works as follows: No borders between EU countries, the money saved is spent on tighter border controls to countries like Russia (border to Poland), Turkey and airport controls.

After graduating with BS in Civil/Structural Engineering in USA, can I live and work in another country

After graduating with BS in Civil/Structural Engineering in USA, can I live and work in another country?
I'm a citizen in Russia, and also will be a citizen in USA in 2 months. I think of working and live in Russia as a Structural Engineer after graduating in USA with Bachelor's in Civil Engineering. Is it possible? Or what do I have to do? Any advice and help please? Thank you.
Politics - 3 Answers
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In 2 months? Good luck. But, yes, we need professionals especially in Civil/ Structural Engineering. So, yes, I have no doubt you can find your way into this country with ease. A couple months however, is pushing it a little. Try at least 6 months to a year. Six months to a year may sound long, but it's a lot shorter than most, who end up waiting anywhere from ten to thirty years. --Rob USMC
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go to the russian consulate nearest you and ask them.
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Is it any better over there? For your education do you think you owe America anything, if no then BYE.

After graduating with BS in Civil/Structural Engineering in USA, can I live and work in another country

After graduating with BS in Civil/Structural Engineering in USA, can I live and work in another country?
I'm a citizen in Russia, and also will be a citizen in USA in 2 months. I think of working and live in Russia as a Structural Engineer after graduating in USA with Bachelor's in Civil Engineering. Is it possible? Or what do I have to do? Any advice and help please? Thank you.
Immigration - 1 Answers
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Why not? Why is it such an issue? Don;t forget, there are many students like you wants to do the same in Russia

Are there any high schools in Sochi Russia

Are there any high schools in Sochi Russia?
I may go as a foreign exchange student... Do you know of any high schools? My sister lives in Sochi, Russia and works at a high class hotel (she's pure Russian, she speaks it will)
Russia - 2 Answers
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Russians go straight from 8th grade to college, so there are no high schools anywhere in Russia. Just hang at the hotel with your sister.
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There are close to 70 schools in Sochi. Schools are regional, therefore you attend a school based on wherever you live, unless you decide to attend private school outside of the district. In Russia education is 11 years, hence 11 grades. A student would attend the same school throughout 11 years. The grades are separated similarly to that of US (Elementary, Middle, Junior High, High). After 9th grade, a student can choose to stop going to school and start a professional institute similar to Vocational Technical School. If you complete 11 grades than you can apply to attend University.

i am student studying in russia i want to work in uk r usa for 3 months in my summer vacations ifso advice me

i am student studying in russia i want to work in uk r usa for 3 months in my summer vacations ifso advice me?

Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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Most summer camps hire people from outside the country, try researching those in the areas that you are interested in working.
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hell, the US lets anyone in and on a good day you dont even need a work permit. haha. The UK is a different story.

What signs are there of Peter I, and work he did during his reign, in Russia today

What signs are there of Peter I, and work he did during his reign, in Russia today?

History - 2 Answers
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the best remaining trace of his work is the city of saint petersburg he created on the baltic sea
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_I_of_Russia This should help you out

Cell phone in RUSSIA

Cell phone in RUSSIA?!?!?
I currently have a Verizon cell phone here in the US (Idaho) but in September I am moving to Moscow City, Russia to nanny for a family. I will be there anywhere from 6 months to two years, and I was wondering how the cell phone thing would work. Will my Verizon phone even work in Russia? I can't go out of the country without being able to keep in contact with my friends and family, but would I have to buy a cell phone plan there, or will this one still work there? Thanks!
Russia - 3 Answers
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Your Verizon phone will not work in Russia simply because Verizon's network is not GSM. Verizon uses its own CDMA technology, which is not supported anywhere. In order for your phone to work in Russia, you need to buy any unlocked GSM quad-band phone in US. This will allow you to buy a SIM card in Russia (similar to phone card) that you will simply insert into your phone and use. I travel to Russia all the time. I bought an unexpensive Unlocked GSM Nokia phone, without any contract obligation in US. This phone works everywhere in the world for me where GSM network is present. You can buy a phone on eBay, or if you don't trust buying stuff on eBay you can get a GSM phone from Dell.com for example. I personally like Nokia. Check these out: http://cgi.ebay.com/BRAND-NEW-NOKIA-N75-UNLOCKED-2MP-CAMERA-MP3-QUAD-3G_W0QQitemZ180469267047QQcmdZViewItemQQptZCell_Phones?hash=item2a04ce7a67#ht_9789wt_939 http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/products/Phones_with_Carrier_Plan/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&cs=19&sku=A2592691 http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/products/Phones_with_Carrier_Plan/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&cs=19&sku=A3327993
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You can buy SIM cards in most Russian cities.
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If you are going to buy phone and sim there , be sure that someone who speaks russian will assist you.It will keep you from beeing nervous.Better take care of it at home.

my fiance is a nurse from Russia. She just received her visa. Can she obtain work as a nurse in the usa

my fiance is a nurse from Russia. She just received her visa. Can she obtain work as a nurse in the usa?
She really wants to work in the hospital in the states. Is there a support organization to assist her in achieving her goals?
Women's Health - 5 Answers
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I guess but most likely yeah. by the way what this state NEEDS is nurse !!!! so y don't u try going 2 a hospital 2 check it out 4 her ???? GOOD LUCK !!!!!!
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Probably not.... She will have to go through nursing school here in order to practice here. I work for a shoe company...two of the men I work with were doctors in Russia.
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She will probably need to be retrained or be recertified as a nurse once she is here in the states. Other parts of the world has different ways of treating their ill and not all ways are approved here in the US as good health care practice. Also, some health professions need to be certified to work in different states. It may be the same to work in different countries. As far as a support network, you could be No.1 in her life, I don't know of any official group for that. But who knows there could be.
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No she will need to retrain as nurses in the US do more than nurses in other countries. My friend came from Mexico and had to go to two years of Nursing school to train... I am a nurse and I wish her lots of luck!!
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She needs certified and notarized translation her diploma, all related documents, evaluate them and get licensed by the state. Of course, she has to speak good English, too. I know plenty of Russians with Russian medical diplomas working in health care.

Are the Internet cafes working in Dzerzhinsk Russia

Are the Internet cafes working in Dzerzhinsk Russia?
I have a friend in Dzerzhinsk Russia and I haven't heard a thing from my friend for sometime
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Hi, I think so; http://petersburg.russiantravelguides.com/touch.html

What is the weather like in Russia Korolev in the summer

What is the weather like in Russia Korolev in the summer?
Im going on a trip to Russia this summer with work we will be based in Korolev what will the weather be like?
Russia - 2 Answers
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The Korolev town located 25 km (15 miles) NE from Moscow Which makes its weather exactly the same as in Moscow. I presume. check Language link corporate site. Korolev
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Hi! I live in this city. Weather is the same as in Moscow. The journey to the center of Moscow by train takes 30 minutes. You'll work the Mission Control Center?

russia willing to work with the U.S

russia willing to work with the U.S?
russian has offer to help Obama stabilize Afghanistan, they haven't offered to help in decades! thought people link to story http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090204/ap_on_re_eu/as_kyrgyzstan_us_base
Government - 2 Answers
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A wolf in sheeps clothing is still a wolf.
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Sure, we'd be wary at first, but isn't it worth exploring?

What were the negative effects on Russia's working class as a result of Bolshevik rule starting in 1917

What were the negative effects on Russia's working class as a result of Bolshevik rule starting in 1917?
I am writing an essay, due tomorrow, on whether or not Russian workers benefitted from Bolshevik rule after 1917. My stance is that they did not benefit. I need to write an essay with five paragraphs, including an introduction, three supporting arguments (one per body paragraph) and a conclusion. I have no problem writing the actual essay, but I need some supporting arguments. Anyone have ideas?
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The Bolsheviks were the communists. They considered themselves the working class and overthrew the czar in order to create the "worker's paradise." This was going to be the world's first country founded with socialist ideals. The blue print for this was Karl Marx's "Communist Manifesto." The American founders knew that private property was essential to individual freedom and rights. “The moment the idea is admitted into society that property is not as sacred as the law of God, and that there is not a force of law and public justice to protect it, anarchy and tyranny commence.” John Adams. The first plank of the Communist Manifesto called for abolition of all private property. In socialism or communism, no piece of property belongs to any one person. It is all shared. This is the most important plank of the manifesto. The other 9 planks are just the ways to make number one happen. People were fooled into believing that no property meant nothing to fight over. The government controlled things like health care and education. This seemed like a good idea in the beginning, but it soon was realized that a central government was never efficient when planning these things. In America we believe in separation of powers. The states are in control of such things or the people themselves. (see the 9th and 10th amendments). Winston Churchill said, "If you are 20 years old and you are not a socialist, you have no heart. If you are 40 years old and you are still a socialist, you have no brain." Its also interesting to note that the Communist Revolution (or Bolshevik) was funded by the richest banking families in the world. Men whose families had aquired great wealth and power funded a movement that would have nullified all of their wealth and power if it had caught on by itself. They did this in order to control their new country in its entirety from behind the scenes. That should get you started.

How get a GF from Irkutsk, Russia TO USA anyway find a place online paper work to fill so they sent to her

How get a GF from Irkutsk, Russia TO USA anyway find a place online paper work to fill so they sent to her?
I need help how get my GF out of Irkutsk, Russia ! She live in Irkutsk, Russia but she want come to USA we meet by email and we been writing back and froward few month now so anyone from Irkutsk, Russia might know a way get her fly out to USA need her before end 2007 any link if a website be great Thanks
Russia - 4 Answers
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Is she a good swimmer?
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walmart, If your girlfriend is 40 yrs of age and below, she will defintely have a hard time getting a tourist visa. slim to none. the only way to see her is go there and meet her. if she insist of seeing your here in the states. It wont happen unless she has diplomatic visa. email me if you have any more questions.
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Good luck in getting conned.
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Here's the link to the State Department website. It has all the necessary forms. http://travel.state.gov/visa/visa_1750.html If she is single, and under 40, she will not get a tourist visa. Even if she applied today, she would not get an appointment at the embassy for the next 30 days. And unless you have been there to meet her during the past 2 years, you will not get a fiance/spouse/immigration visa for her (and the processing time is 6-12 months). In my experience, girls saying they will come here without you going there first are all scams. No self respecting Russian woman will fly around the world to meet a strange man, in a strange country.

Are there any programmes that will pay for a tennager from Russia come to the US for the summer to work (camp)

Are there any programmes that will pay for a tennager from Russia come to the US for the summer to work (camp)
Looking for a programme that will pay for transportation from Russia to the US, sponsor her, and allow her to either work at a summer camp in a major city, work with a family as a volunteer, or do immersion Engllish study and live with a local family who wants to learn about Russian culture.
Studying Abroad - 6 Answers
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i think there's a Russian Brides site or mail order thing, other than that there's foreign exchange program where a kid from one country trades homes with the other
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Try the site below - it's specifically for international students looking to work at camps in the United States. The parent company has lots of other opportunities for exchange. Good luck!
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Concordia Language Villages has a Russian Language Village, Lesnoe Ozero, which accepts applicants from Russia to work to teach kids ages 8 - 18 Russian language & culture. Unfortunately, they don't pay transportation fees, and it's not in a major city (it's in Bemidji, Minnesota), but it is a paid position and food and lodging is free. Also, any of the other staff would be more than willing to help you with your English. It's a great program and a lot of fun!
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yes it is a scam to steal money from you
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Yes. There are. My brother was in USA,Florida for 10 months when he was 15. But I don't remember name of program.
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There might be a program through Easter Seals, ARC, United Cerebral Palsy, Talking About Curing Autism, or Autism Speaks to briing children/teenagers from Russia here to the US to volunteer and live with families while they are volunteering time with children with exceptional needs.

I want to know about www.viza.cc Do they really send people to Russia in working permit visa

I want to know about www.viza.cc Do they really send people to Russia in working permit visa?
Have anyone deal with them and got visa to Russa and other countries as they have indicated in their website?
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actually right now they have suspended work/business visa's in Russia. I know this because my father in Law had dual citizenship but his residency is Texas. He has Oil companies in Russia, and they wont let him conduct business under a visa. I don't now the reason why. I just know that he's losing a lot of money. I can't talk about too much I just know that they've suspended those types of visas for the time being.

Living/Studying/Working in Russia

Living/Studying/Working in Russia?
I am 15 years old and in a few months I am living/studying in Russia. I wanted to know if it is possible for me to work in Russia. I am a citizen of United States but I am Estonian/Russian. I don't speak Russian very well so what do I do? I contacted the Russian Embassy today and they told me they didn't know.
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At your age you won't have any trouble whatsoever to learn a new language . It will broaden your horizons - open up opportunities later in life . Have no fear russian kids are the same as anywhere else .
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Assuming you are going to Russia on a student visa you need to check with your school to find out what the visa allows you to do. Some student visas allow you to work, but maybe only at the place where you are going to school (on-campus type job). In any case, don't break the law.
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It's not going to be easy to find a job (that's if you are allowed to work on student visa, which i doubt), because you do not know the language. Besides, you are kinda young, in Russia kids don't typically start working at that age.
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fine. You already got a taste of Russia: any office/business will fail it's duty. Just keep that way

Living/Studying/Working in Russia

Living/Studying/Working in Russia?
I am 15 years old and in a few months I am living/studying in Russia. I wanted to know if it is possible for me to work in Russia. I am a citizen of United States but I am Estonian/Russian. I don't speak Russian very well so what do I do? I contacted the Russian Embassy today and they told me they didn't know.
Immigration - 2 Answers
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Surprised the Russian Embassy doesn't know. Look up their Labor Dept. or whatever the equivalent to that is and contact them on what you need to do.
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Should not be a problem. Russian laws are not strict regarding foreign labor. Contact American Consulate in Moscow, they will be able to help you. And you will find that a lot of Russians can speak English.

Living/Studying/Working in Russia

Living/Studying/Working in Russia?
I am 15 years old and in a few months I am living/studying in Russia. I wanted to know if it is possible for me to work in Russia. I am a citizen of United States but I am Estonian/Russian. I don't speak Russian very well so what do I do? I contacted the Russian Embassy today and they told me they didn't know.
Embassies & Consulates - 3 Answers
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You can only work in Russia illegally since you are a student and a minor.
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you will not be able to work at your age, #labor law and child protection.#
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you wouldn't want to "work" there anyway after you found out the pay scale. Most Russian jobs pay 10% or less of their American counterparts, i.e. a job that pays $2000 a month in U.S. might only pay $200 in Russian Federation, but you'll find that out anyway when you go there. udachi! And the Russian embassy (or consulate in NY) is usually no help anyway, often they are rude.

What kind of work did serfs do in Russia

What kind of work did serfs do in Russia?

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Whatever they were told. They were essentially slaves whose only right was their connection to the land they occupied and part of its produce.
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There were various kinds of serfs in the Russian Empire before their liberation in 1861. By the way don't forget that there was no serfdom in some vast Russian areas at all (for example Siberia or region adjacent to the Black Sea where free Russian-Ukrainian kozaks lived ). So, serfdom existed primarily in the central area of the European part of Russia. Serfs belonged to the state (that is a Czar), private owners, monasteries. They usually worked as farmers but not necessarily. During winter times some of them went to work to cities and towns as carpenters, blacksmiths etc. (usually their owners would let them go since serfs paid them a chunk of their earnings). Some rich owners organized theaters with serfs as actors (the most famous Volkov's theater in Yaroslavl). Starting with Peter the Great (died in 1725) and his massive industrial drive state serfs' labour was used at the state (Czar-owned) plants and factories. Some of serfs were quite rich themselves (what made their owners rich) running "their own" enterprises and sometimes managing to negotiate their and their families' freedom. Of course in spite of their wealth and education (some were very well educated on the whim of their owners) their legal status was practically the one of slaves
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Mainly farm work.. Working the lands, producing grain etc. for the owners of the land.