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The ancient sages sincerely believed that on the other side of the earth's disk (yes, there were even more adherents of the "flat Earth theory" two thousand years ago than now) were people, whom they called "antipodes", who also lived on the other side of the Earth. And since they lived on the other side, then their life flowed in a completely different way.

Almost two millennia have passed - and in the 19th century, the nickname "Antipodes" was given to the Australians, simply because they lived completely on the other side of the planet, according to Britons and Americans, of course. However, we must pay tribute to the Aussies - they were not offended by the nickname, but continued to live in their own way, develop their own version of English - and be surprised at unusual traditions in other countries. For example, in America.

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g90814
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

currency differences (currently $1 AUS = 0.66 USD), but still, US still needs to catch up to this decade.

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Cesium
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

To be fair, bears and mountain lions aren't poisonous and can't be hidden in your house like a spider can

Cat Chat
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Plus, they tend to stay out of populated areas, with only a few exceptions. Spiders... not so much.

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g90814
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Um yeah, but those animals don't frequent inhabited areas that much... spiders are everywhere!

Isabelle Lamarque
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But they have guns and can easily shoot the bear or mountain lion.. have you tried shooting a spider?! 🤔

John Topper
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Okay if we are comparing nature NO PLACE on the face of the earth is as terrifying as Australia. The spiders can all kill you. The snakes can all kill you. Hell some of the damn jellyfish can kill you. The place is ridiculous.

Tucker Cahooter
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Add plants to that list. And I'm not talking about death cap mushrooms that you have to ingest. I recently found out about a plant called the Gympie-Gympie that can kill you just by touching it or at the very least cause possibly months of excruciating pain. Ain't Oz grand!

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Valerie Moore
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Only some places, you really should worry about the guns and healthcare.

PHOTOBOB
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

LIES! OK, we do have some bears in Florida. But mountain lions? A panther or two maybe. And gators.

Noname
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And poison ivy! I always sympathize with the Europeans visiting New England or Québec who go hiking or camping or to raves, and no one explained the dangers of the foliage in the forest. They are of course freaked out by the nexplicable rash in their privates after relieving themselves in the forest, or on their legs and hands when exploring off trail, and they don't know how to cure it.

Water dog
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In my Mother In Law's neighborhood people use their remotes to set off their car alarms before going outside of the house. The bears don't like the noise and they go up the street. True story.

Phobrek
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm a 53yo American and have never seen a bear or lion except in a zoo or on a screen. But yeah, people must just be constantly dodging lions and bears here, sure!

Barbara Kayton
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mountain lions and bears generally don’t show up in the suburbs, nor in my house.

I_Imperfect_I
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The only reason is I'm okay with American animals is because there not usually INSIDE YOUR HOUSE. while Australia has spiders owning houses on average.

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TheBlueBitterfly
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Bears are more of a nuisance where I grew up (very rural PA) they get into your garbage. I've never seen a mountain lion in the wild, only heard them, bobcats too. Spiders, however, are everywhere. As long as they don't invade my personal space, they can chill in my house (until the cats notice at least, lol)

Water dog
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've seen a couple mountain lions in the city limits of Charlotte. One had been hit by a car in a residential neighborhood. When I lived in the mountains of NC, I frequently saw or heard them.

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Jon Lee
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Are there any venomous snakes in Oz? Nah mate, the spiders killed 'em all!

The Lesbian Knight
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But if you have a bear or mountain lion in your house, you're probably going to know. I can't say the same about spiders.

N E
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The funnel web spider is no joke. Ask Crocodile Dundee

Mark Fuller
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's really confusing as a Brit. And how do they know what to charge YOU, when there's a busy forecourt with a dozen+ vehicles.

Cat Chat
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oops. Think you got the wrong thread. This one is spiders, mountain lions and bears....oh my😱

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Paul Pienkowski
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wolves, coyotes, and THREE types of bear! Grizzly, Black, and Grolar/Pizzly.

Almost sunny
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah we gotta keep the doors shut here so the poisonous snake don't come in during summer and breeding season.

Libstak
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Can't argue with this one, it is the only reason I am disinterested in visiting America.

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Various trends are constantly gaining popularity on TikTok, so it’s almost impossible to keep track of everyone. But what we definitely liked was this particular trend, in which Australians, who at different times happened to live in the USA, share their impressions, and also tell what surprised them the most in the American way of life. You can already find dozens of similar videos on TikTok, so Bored Panda has collected for you the most interesting and unusual opinions from people on the other side of the Earth.

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LH25
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can transfer from my bank app as well, using Zelle. Honestly, it's no easier than using Venmo.

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By the way, Australia has long and firmly influenced American culture, not just in the series of films about Mick “Crocodile” Dundee, although I personally, having watched them as a kid long ago, was completely delighted. The fact is that no matter which of the Hollywood blockbusters you look at, in almost every one, one of the starring persons will be a native of Australia. Suffice it to mention the names of Hugh Jackman, Nicole Kidman, the Hemsworth brothers, Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett, Hugo Weaving, Heath Ledger, Naomi Watts - what can I say, Margot Robbie... Yes, that's right, the person who played one of the symbols of American culture was born in Australia!

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Libstak
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As an Australian, I call bullsh8t here, sorry we are not all this arrogant.

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Tucker Cahooter
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Go to a fish and chip shop in Oz and you will almost always be asked whether you want plain salt or chicken salt

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There is a popular legend that the world map in Australia looks upside down so that Australia and Antarctica are at the top, while Canada and Greenland are at the very bottom, for example. In fact, this is nothing more than a myth, although such a map looks really interesting, and I would definitely hang one in my room.

"The Australian map may seemingly have a strange format, but it's not upside down at all," the Mapshop website claims. "Sure, it's a deviation in convention, an alternative way of looking at the world around us. However, it does not undermine factuality or offer any misrepresentation, as some suggest. Why? Because the more traditional way of representing the world - with north up and south down - is in no way more (or less) valid."

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Brainmas
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You put your books in the pouch and hop on your kangaroo like everyone else right?

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g90814
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are becoming more common, as they are more efficient in many cases.

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Humanity has been living in Pax Americana for at least half a century from a cultural point of view, but in any case, it is always interesting to read and listen to how you look in the eyes of other people. Especially those as resourceful, straightforward and witty as the Australians. So please feel free to scroll this list to the very end and just enjoy these pearls of wit and observation from the Southern hemisphere. Or maybe add some more in the comments in case you were also born somewhere under the constellation of Southern Cross.

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Paul Pienkowski
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

...I live in redneckville and our McDonald's does indeed sell frozen coke. I don't think these Aussies have even tried learning about the USA...

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LH25
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My niece was the last person to get a license in our family in the States, about 5 years ago. She had to pass a written test, then a driving test that included residential streets, business areas and the freeway. Much like I did many years ago.

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