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Part of traveling and seeing new places is the thrill and excitement of finding out how people live in other countries. And the more drastic the difference is in culture, the more exciting it is.

Meet Jorie, a Chicago creative who has moved to Norway to live together with her husband, family, and pets, and who has also turned her TikTok channel into a platform to broadcast all of the interesting things she as an American found foreign in Norway.

In her running series of videos, appropriately titled “Things In Norway That Are Foreign To Me”, she points out things like bread cutting machines in grocery stores, leaving baby strollers with babies outside, packing your own groceries, and the like.

This, and other videos on her channel, have drawn in nearly 24,000 followers and almost 800,000 likes.

So, we’ve turned her intriguing points into a curated list that you can vote and comment on below. So, get cracking, and if you’re an international living in another country, why not share your biggest culture shocks in the comment section below!

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Kookamunga
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dogs should be allowed everywhere. Church, restaurants, theaters, schools, hospitals, nightclubs, prisons, trampolines, TV studios, nuclear substations.....all things better with dogs.

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Bored Panda got in touch with the face behind the channel, Jorie, for an interview on her Things In Norway That Are Foreign To Me video series and all things Norway.

In the beginning, Jorie thought of creating these videos for an American-only audience as a way of informing them about the Norwegian culture. But she quickly understood that Norwegians like to see their culture reflected back at them, so the audience grew rapidly.

"Of course, it’s a small country in population and representation is exciting. I also think they enjoy explaining (as much as I enjoy reading it) why these differences are the way they are," elaborated Jorie.

So as my audience arose, I now try to point things out to Norwegian viewers of things here in Norway that are not common in other countries, especially the Americas, that they might not realize (like how much they add canned corn to, its not something they notice until they realize many other places don't have it as a common pizza topping!)."

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    Trond Hermansen
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The turf was traditionally used to hold birch bark in place thus creating a leak proof roof.

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    Now, it's not all culture shock, as there are also "spot the difference" videos. Sure, some can be a tad bit shocking, like the idea of the government having to agree on a baby's name, but the latter category would involve things like date format differences and, according to Jorie, they are more for the sake of discussion.

    And speaking of videos in general, Jorie used to keep a running list of things to discuss in them, but it changed a bit when the audience got involved:

    "Now I read heavily through the comments, and just note things as I experience them. Again, there are 2 categories in the series: the ‘culture shock’ which doesn’t have many items left on the list as I’ve been living here a while; and the 'basic-known differences', those I have a few more on the back burner about. I’m also highly sensitive to all the things that will be misinterpreted as 'stupid American' so I try to stay always from those… or at least give a very thorough brainstorm of how to communicate it in a video."

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    Leaving Babies In Strollers Outside

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    Ozacoter
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would be so afraid that somebody would take the baby. Its pure paranoia but I cant even leave our dog outside of a store just in case.

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    (T)reacherou(S)
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What colours do they use in usa if not blue and red (not trying to be mean, honestly curious)?

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    loopyli
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have this in the US. You take them to the recycling center to exchange

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    There are, however, videos that Jorie decided not to post, or there are videos that were posted despite it not really being "new" information at this point. She elaborates:

    "Like I just mentioned, I hate the 'stupid American' comments. Of course, I know in Europe the dates are D/M/Y vs M/D/Y, or that the power outlets here were different, but I still want to post these small differences for Norwegians and other Europeans that don’t know how America does it."

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    "I also get a lot of comments telling me how America works (in a negative cliche light) from people who definitely have never been. Mind you, we are made up of SO many states that are SO different culturally than one another. So videos that bring up politics, I’ll stay away from as I don’t like feeling any personal association with those cliches.

    "On the other end, I’ll get comments from people who studied abroad in the states telling me I’m wrong about my comparison (roundabouts are not common in the US, period, end of story!)."

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    Fat Harry
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The whole of Europe (that I know of) does this. Again, the US is the odd one out.

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    Different (Consecutive) Date Format

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    Nathaniel
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why the Americans have it different I do not know, it makes sense day, month then year.

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    Smaller Milk Packaging With Shorter Expiration Periods

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    Trond Hermansen
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Norwegian scientists recently clarified that milk can be perfectly good for way longer than what is printed on the carton.

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    Jorie continued:

    "My biggest takeaway on it is that these videos are not 'who’s right and wrong', and no, I personally don't think the world revolves around the US, and many try to declare that. It’s just a fun note on how different countries and cultures can be. Although I find my commenters can be a very literal bunch! So I also try to put out as many disclaimers as I can to avoid all these types of comments."

    "Sometimes my videos are dramatizations (I added canned corn to everything I ate that week of shooting, I do know Norwegians don't add it to those specific items). And some of my videos are more based on my experience coming from Chicago, not just the general US. But no matter how hard I try, no one reads captions and they will still find a point of contention. I do have a huge experience I plan to talk about in the very near future that I’ve been eager to share on social. So those will maybe become a sub-series to this series very soon. Stay tuned!"

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    Pat Bond
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a good size fridge freezer. Won't be too hard on the electrics and no plumbing required.

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    Roundabouts

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    May
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Studies have shown that these are much better for traffic flow than traffic lights - don't know why everyone doesn't use them

    Troux
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Compared to traffic lights, roundabouts are more dependent upon driving etiquette to work properly. In the US, I only see them in rural to suburban areas where traffic negotiation is rare. In many countries, a drivers' license is an earned privilege; in the US it's more like a basic right, with a very low standard to pass the test.

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    Robert T
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty much everywhere in Europe has them. Some places are obsessed with them! (Looking at you, Milton Keynes).

    Kookamunga
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In New Jersey, we still have some of these left, we call them circles. Your mastery of them is a point of pride. Honking at idiots from PA trying to navigate them was part of the fun.

    Cadena Norton
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All over the place in FL. Hell in the villages almost every road is a roundabout

    Trond Hermansen
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You just follow the rules... and depend on the other motorists to know the rules too! :-)

    Chickadee Circle
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yup once again, here in Maine, we have these... pretty much everywhere. And we call them rotaries.

    Daniel (ShadowDrakken)
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do not understand why ANYONE has trouble with these? I'm an American, we have almost none of them, but they're still friggin awesome when they're available. Yield entering, signal exiting. Not hard people!

    Summer Mason
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They exist in the usa....imma end up throwing paper soon at my phone.

    Sandra Givens
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lots of traffic circles in the US,, but maybe not where the OP is from. There were several where I lived in New Jersey in the 1950s, and some were built to replace intersections here in Virginia in the past decade.

    Antonia
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the netherlands... the last 20 years we got a lot lot lot of roundabouts... I prefer them to traficlights

    Foxxy (The Original)
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are common place where I live and accidents don't seem to be a common occurrence except at the Britannia roundabout. That's notorious for accidents, not a lot better since the upgrade either.

    Jasper Cool
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She would be equally confused in the Pacific Northwest in the U.S as well as several Mountain states. These are pretty common.

    Jaguarundi
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's never been to Boston, Mass or New Jersey obviously. There are now a total of 4 roundabouts in Sarasota, FL I have to navigate to get to my favorite beach.

    Giovanna
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have them everywhere in northern Italy, much better than traffic lights for the traffic

    Emmydearest
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you can't figure out how to dry "in" a roundabout, maybe you shouldn't drive at all, seriously.

    Twodogsandapicnictable
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not common in the US but we have them. They work well when people actually let others merge, but there aren't enough for most people to ever get used to them and how they work.

    Leodavinci
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's changing. Many States are converting rural two road, four-way stop intersections into roundabouts. Accidents were common at such intersections.

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    Lingon
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was driving through Edinburgh, I came across a double roundabout, like the figure eight, still to this day, I haven't figured out how to use it....

    Fiona Parky
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don’t ever, ever, ever go to Milton Keynes with “the magic roundabout”.

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    Jay Cee
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then up steps the UK. Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you . . . Swindon! Screenshot...01-png.jpg Screenshot-2024-11-28-140542-6748797736f01-png.jpg

    Lucky2BAlive
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    New Jersey, Massachusetts, and some locations in Connecticut and in Washington DC.

    Dawn K
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where did you live? In a cave? We have roundabouts here in the US.

    Martha Higgins
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have quite a lot of them in Maine, USA, and they are getting more popular.

    Marci Rommal
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I grew up in a suburb of Washington, DC. We drove roundabouts every weekday taking my grandmother to and from work. They just make sense to me.

    Peter Kovak
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have in Israel whole neighborhoods with roundabouts only, and not even one traffic light. Indeed, the traffic flows much better, faster, and more secure.

    Evelyn Haskins
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We (Australia) have roundabouts. The big ones are sensible, the small ones annoying. And here (regional Australia) few people bother to signal until they aer actually in the middle of turning :-(

    Dee Lee
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tons of roundabouts in western USA these days. Pain in the patootie!

    Linda Rhyne
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Becoming more common in the states. Learn the proper way to enter and exit. Be respectful.

    Gypsy Lee
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also a thing in the USA. I’m beginning to doubt she ever lived here.

    Ann Daley
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    roundabouts are everywhere now. They work well, if you use them correctly

    Meami
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They have roundabouts all over the PNW. I'm pretty sure they are in a lot of places in the US

    Franz Volpi
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have quite a few of these here in Marietta, GA. They are great, there are many more coming.

    Carol Nicotera-Ward
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm from New Jersey, where traffic circles are a major thing! I wish more people knew circle etiquette.

    lara
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have begun installing roundabouts here. Unfortunately NO ONE KNOWS HOW TO DRIVE IN THEM. Instead of going the speed of ten miles per hour they speed up and that means other people have to stop, totally destroying the rationale for a roundabout.

    Susan Thomas
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are more and more of them in the US. Called a rotary in New England and a traffic circle elsewhere.

    Johanne Trudeau
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Have those in Canada and they're great. Have also seen these in the US...

    Niall Mac Iomera
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do Americans really struggle with roundabouts? They're such a basic concept

    Ellen Abel
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I grew up with "circles" in New Jersey. They're taking them out. I know live in Michigan and they're putting them IN. Some in strange locations.....like in the middle of nowhere and why is it necessary there....sheesh.....

    Buzz Anderson
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate these things in big cities. The country is okay but don't like them anywhere really.

    Vladimíra Matejová
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wait you mean there are no roundabouts in the US? I didnt know that is interesting

    Bron
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I learnt to drive in Noosa (Australia) and there’s so many there. Now I live somewhere that has both roundabouts and traffic lights (the National highway goes through my town) and I still prefer roundabouts. Yeah, people still don’t know how to use them or the road rules but mostly they’re better.

    Aimee Lou
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Driving is a team sport and most people (in the US anyway) are all about themselves. Roundabout rule: don't hit anything in front of you.

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    Cattress511
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are round about in the US, they just aren't as common. Once I got the hang of it I much prefer over stops and lights, and that. Is better for your car and the environment. Lots more have popped up in the suburbs, and I haven't seen any accidents slowing them down.

    Rijkærd
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you are shocked or wonder how to use one then you are not fit to be given a driving license...

    Jaaawn
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't imagine living somewhere where roundabouts aren't a normal part of life tbh.

    Shaun Coleman
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would roundabouts be a culture shock? We have them all over the place.

    Shawn Barry
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they are becoming more common here. for the best as a lot of American drivers have trouble figuring out how to work a 4 way stop.

    Rissie
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Come to the Netherlands and marvel at our turbo roundabouts (it's the newest in roundabout tech). Not kidding.

    Sue Mullen Andersen
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seriously, this lady has not been to many places in the US. Reading this makes me think she was in a single room all her life with one window to look out based on her reports.

    FruityTootsieRoll
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dont know where this lady has been in the US, but there are quite a few around

    Fonzie Bulldog
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You cant be serious !?.They dont have roundabouts in America !?. Thats weird for sure.

    Jono
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Roundabouts work really well as long as they are used correctly (except the “magic roundabout” in Swindon - that confuses the hell out of me 😂)

    Martin Annau
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Coming from a country that has 4-Way-Stops, one should not whine over a roundabout ;-)

    Kim
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm more shocked that not everyone has roundabouts 🤯

    Skye Kaczmarek
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are you telling me there are no roundabouts in US? In Poland we biuld them everywhere we can, it's so good for traffic.

    Michael Sanders
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    US came a little late in some of this but I saw a month ago a roundabout in the mountains of GA. We got them. Go outside.

    Sargio
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Have them here in New Jersey, they're pretty simple actually

    Debbie Anderson
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like them. not for everywhere. but I like that you have to pay attention & usually don't have to stop.

    Ara
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait. I’m pretty sure I’ve seen roundabouts in the US. In California, from memory.

    Nikki Sevven
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    New Englander here. We've got them all over the place, although we call them rotaries.

    Nazda Pokmov
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have two in my town and i love them. I hated the concept until I rode thru them several times and now I love them. Cost a million to 'build' but is maintenance free now.

    Tabitha Martel
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ive grown up with these, learned to drive with them even. This is a regional USA deficit. Though I do get a kick out of watching new-commers make a circle or two

    Roxy Eastland
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are roundabouts not a common feature around the world? They make so much sense

    Jackie Burnham
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Got plenty in Rhode Island. Very efficient if people use them properly

    Taibhse Sealgair
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have them all over Georgia. Also had them in upstate NY when I was growing up. I'm starting to think the author of these didn't get out much in the US.

    Leodavinci
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The U.S. has them. It's pretty self evident how they work. But they aren't perfect in every circumstance. There was a local Interstate/surface street overpass interchange that had roundabouts. It was badly designed and the number of accidents increased. It took over a decade, but when they replaced the two lane overpass with a cross-over (right lane traffic switches to the left and vice-versa) four lane overpass, they got rid of the roundabouts. They had originally intended to convert four other interchanges (along the same ten mile stretch of highway) into roundabouts, but dropped that plan when it became evident early on that the first one didn't work as planned.

    Leodavinci
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes. In Ohio they seem to be replacing every two lane, two road, rural intersection with them. They're great. Love 'em. They're great in those simple applications... but once you get to multi-lane/multi-road interchanges, roundabouts are less than ideal. They aren't perfect for every traffic interchange.

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    Chich
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Getting very common here and work very well but have to admit I hated them at first.

    Duane Ringlein
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The small town where I live in North Carolina, is intending to have 8 roundabouts. Having spent a number of years being stationed with the Air Force in England, I love them, fantastic traffic flow invention.

    ioala
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are roundabouts not common in USA? I'm from a EU country and roundabouts are replacing stoplights where possible and are the greatest thing ever.

    Susan S
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We've got a bunch if these here in San Francisco. No big deal.

    Pooja San
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its better to use these. They are everywhere in my country.

    Karis Ravenhill
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They have these in America, and it's hilarious watching Americans just not understand how to work a circle. Next war? Don't bother with bombs and stuff, just lay circles on the ground, you'll win against these guys easy. This post also makes it clear that OP created all this to desperately seek attention.

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    "Norway is a beautiful, safe, and lovely place to be! Posting videos and interacting with so many Norwegians via TikTok has been a great microscope to even more of their culture than I could experience alone. The biggest challenge was trying to explore my new home during Covid times. I hope to keep it up throughout my time living here," concludes Jorie.

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    arianna
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The author of this topic seems to live in a world apart! I am impressed! Foldable barriers are normal in Europe!

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    Cambree
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't mean to sound stupid, but how do you lower the blinds? Do you go outside each time?

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    Windows Open In Multiple Directions

    Windows Open In Multiple Directions

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    Olga Dremina
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You mean, it is different in the US? I thought, windows are the same everywhere?

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    More Laid-Back Airport Security

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    Separating Beer Packs

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    Canned Corn In Almost Any Dish

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    Nathaniel
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I add canned corn to so many things, salads, beans on toast, pizzas, stews etc. Not tried it with ice cream yet though.

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    Different Electrical Outlets

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