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Lowest prices in Europe by country (1994-2024 evolution) VIDEO

Data source Word Bank (according with Data Visualisation, which made this movie)  Evolution of lowest consumer prices in European countries The video visualizes price ratios in European countries compared to the US and between them. Countries with the lowest prices are Belarus, Ukraine, North Macedonia, Moldova, Russia, Albania and others. The highest prices are in Switzerland, Ireland, Norway and Denmark, and the first two have higher prices than the US.

Dialects of the French Language (map, description, history)

  The French language boasts a rich tapestry of regional dialects, each with its unique characteristics and fascinating history. While Standard French remains the official language, these dialects reflect the cultural and linguistic diversity of the Francophone world. Here's a breakdown of some key French dialects: France: Northern Dialects: Picard : Spoken in the Picardy region, characterized by its use of the "ch" sound for the "k" sound in Standard French. Norman : Found in Normandy, features a strong emphasis on the "r" sound and unique vocabulary. Walloon : Spoken in Wallonia, Belgium, a distinct dialect with a strong influence from Germanic languages. Central Dialects: Francien : The basis for Standard French, evolved in the Ile-de-France region around Paris. Berry : Spoken in the Berry region, known for its distinct pronunciation of vowels. Bourbonnais : Found in the Bourbonnais region, characterized by its unique intonation and use of archaic w

Political Groups in EU Parliament (1979-2024)

  Political Groups in the European Parliament (1979-2024) Since the first direct elections in 1979, the European Parliament has been dominated by three main political groups: the European People's Party (EPP), the Socialists and Democrats (S&D), and the liberals (ALDE, later Renew Europe). The center-right EPP has consistently been the largest group, representing Christian democratic and conservative parties across Europe. The S&D, comprising social democratic parties, has typically been the second-largest group. The liberal ALDE (later Renew Europe) has often played a kingmaker role, aligning with either the EPP or S&D to form majorities. Over time, smaller groups have gained prominence, reflecting the changing political landscape of Europe. The Greens/European Free Alliance has become increasingly influential, especially on environmental issues. Eurosceptic and nationalist groups have also grown, with the European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) forming in 2009 and

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