"Mon ami" is a common French cliché meaning "my friend". Using "mon ami" alone sounds like a tourist in France. French speakers rarely use "mon ami" as a greeting. "Mon ami" is used only for very close friends
Turkish wives balance traditional values with modern ambitions. They are multilingual, well-educated, and proactive in managing life. They prioritize communication and partnership in relationships
IDL divides calendar days between South and North Poles. Passes through Pacific Ocean following 180° longitude. Crossing east decreases date, west increases it. Not defined by international law, but follows cartographic convention
Education is compulsory for nine years, managed by MEXT. Compulsory subjects include Japanese, math, science, and foreign languages. English became compulsory in elementary school in 2011. Over 65% of Japanese aged 25-34 have tertiary education
Nouveau riche refers to newly wealthy individuals who gained wealth within their own generation. Term dates back to ancient Greece (8th century BCE). Term "novus homo" (new man) had similar connotations in Roman Republic
ICF operates across Canada, US states, and territories. Company provides expertise in energy, climate change, and urban development. Offices located in major US cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington