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Why don't Navy SEALS wear underwear?

Navy Seals are often away for long stretches of time without the ability to wash their underwear. Underwear can take up precious space in rucksacks. Another reason soldiers are likely to forgo underwear is because of a very serious condition known as crotch rot. This condition can affect soldiers in hot and humid locations, and has the potential to put them out of action. Underwear also causes chaffing during longer physical activities.

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What are some of the G-20 countries?

The G-20, also known as the Group of Twenty, is an international forum used by the governments and central banks of 20 major economies. The forum was founded in 1999 with the goal of studying, reviewing and promoting high-level discussion of policy issues having to do with the promotion of international financial stability. The G-20 economies account for 80 percent of the gross world's product, 80 percent of world trade and 66 percent of the world's population. Despite its founding in 1999, the G-20 heads of state did not meet until November 2008.\nThe G-20 officially replaced the G8..

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What makes one eligible for Section 8 Housing?

In order to be eligible for Section 8 housing, a person must be able to prove that they pay over half of their income towards their monthly rent. A person must also be able to prove that they earn at least 30 percent less than the average income in the area in which they live. When a person meets these requirements, they can put in an application for Section 8 and be considered for approval. The exact figures for eligibility are available on the official website, as well as all local Housing Authority offices.\nApproval can take months, and once a person is approved for the Section 8 Housing p..

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When does an ex-wife collect on pension?

Most states deem a pension to be a joint asset if it was earned during marriage. However, due to the varying state and local laws related to the division of assets during divorce proceedings, courts have the discretion to decide how pension assets are divided and to what extent survivors benefits are payable, if at all. If the court divides the pension benefit, it generally does so at the same time that all marital assets are divided, explains the Pension Rights Center.

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What are the pros and cons of isolationism?

Isolationism grew in popularity in the U.S. in the 1930's, in the period of WWI and the aftermath of The Great Depression. Immediately after WWI, the U.S rejected the invitation to join The League of Nations, fearing that this would lead the U.S to become too entangled in the affairs of Europe. Many who favored Isolationism cited George Washington's farewell address where he urged the U.S to refrain from intervention in European affairs, to bolster their claims. Many support Isolationism because they believe it is best to focus on domestic issues facing a country and that too often ..

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How do you get a visa application for America?

Travelers complete the DS-160, or Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application, for temporary travel to the United States, says the federal government. This form gets submitted electronically, and the Department of State processes the application based on the information someone puts on the form. Consular offices use this data, along with a personal interview with the applicant, to determine someone's eligibility for this type of visa.\nPotential immigrants fill out the DS-260, or Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration Application, notes the U.S. Bureau of Consular Affairs. This form must be compl..

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How do you download form I-797?

Form I-797, notice of action, is issued by the USCIS pursuant to an immigration-related application or a petition made by a foreign national to change her non-immigration classification, explains the University of New Hampshire Office of International Students & Scholars. The USCIS issues it as confirmation of its application approval.\nThe USCIS issues several types of Form 1-797, such as, I-797A, which serves as a replacement for an I-94 form; I-797B, which verifies an alien worker petition approval; and I-797C, which communicates receipt of payment, application status, and case re-openings.

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What is workers compensation?

Employees are entitled to workers' compensation benefits regardless of who is at fault for the illness or injury. Worker's compensation insurance covers medical bills, disability payments, rehabilitation and retraining expenses that were the result of the illness or injury. Employees can find up-to-date information on worker's compensation information at their local worker's compensation office. The location of the offices can be found the U.S. Department of Labor's website.

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What are some of the laws that regulate listening to phone calls on a scanner?

Wallin and Klarich report that under California Penal Code Section 632, it is a crime to use any device to listen in on someone’s conversation without their consent. However, merely stumbling onto a conversation with a scanner is not illegal under this law as long as a person does not intentionally manipulate a device in order to eavesdrop and does not record the conversation.

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How long does a DUI stay on your record in California?

A driver charged with DUI may be able to plead the charge down to "wet reckless," which is a less serious offense of reckless driving involving alcohol. Being able to plead down to the lesser charge depends on the driver's blood-alcohol content at the time of his arrest, the driver's prior record and if no accident was caused during the commission of the offense.

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