Written by author Irina Schiller

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How to find out the waiting time for immigration services and check the status of the case

Checking the status of your immigration case is easy - you can do it online from the comfort of your home or office, even just from your mobile phone. To do this, you need to go to a special page of the official website of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and follow a simple…


7 unexpected mistakes that can lower your credit rating

One small step in the wrong direction can lead to a drop in your credit score. Money Talks News reporter Allison Martin shares her experience. It happened to me once because I paid the wrong check for $ 12,70. My failure to pay ...


Worse than our counterparts: 3 products that immigrants in the US don't like

The author of the Americano channel on Yandex.Zen has been living in the USA for several years and writes on his blog about the intricacies, pros and cons of local life. The author talked about American goods, which, in his opinion, are worse than their Russian counterparts. Next - from the first person...


Shower, toilet and paper: why the rest of the world considers toilet habits of the West strange

For people living in Western countries, morning shower, toilet paper and toilet are a matter of course. But from the point of view of most of the rest of the world, such habits are somewhat strange. And not very hygienic. Back in 2010 ...


Better than 'very good': how to expressively replace hackneyed English words

The author of the LinguaZen channel on Yandex.Zen suggests familiarizing yourself with the hit parade of English words that everyone uses too often. If you want to surprise native speakers with your vocabulary and make your speech more expressive, learn alternative vocabulary from this article. Amazing, awesome, great - amazing, cool,...


6 ways to save money on prescription drugs

According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, the average American pays $1200 a year for medications—more than any other country in the world. A survey conducted by the Kaiser Family Foundation found that 29% of US adults do not take their medications as...


Newbie Mistakes: Common and Costly Myths About US Home Buying

Buying a home is a complex financial transaction, so it is not surprising that there are many myths associated with purchasing real estate. Unfortunately, these common beliefs can come at a cost in the long run. They can cost you money or prevent you from owning your dream home. About it…


How to write a resume to go through machine screening

The heroes of Keanu Reeves, Arnold Schwarzenegger and job seekers have a common enemy: cars. Luckily, if you're looking for a job, you won't have to defeat robots like those in The Matrix or Terminator. The machines you will have to compete with are robotic...


How time conversion affects health and what to do to adapt faster

A good night's sleep is just what the doctor ordered. It's crucial for physical recovery and productivity. Yet, there are two periods of the year when, for several days, and sometimes even weeks, we find ourselves living in an unbalanced state.…


30+ ways to say thank you, please and sorry

The US population is known for its politeness, as well as its many variations of the words "thank you", "please" and "sorry". The author of the “Elena in America” channel on Yandex.Zen suggests learning popular forms of politeness in America. Formal “thank you”: Thank you! - Thank you! Thank you very/so much! - Very…

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