Newsletter 12/2002

Editorial

Dear Reader, What is Christmas without Santa Claus?! He is known throughout the world, better than anyone else. But who was Santa Claus really...? A short time before Christmas, we are going to tell you the real story of Santa Claus, so that...

Breaking News

*Situation at the US consulates* The difficult situation at the US consulates, caused by the new regulations for applications (additional forms) and the procedure (interview requirement) - we told you about all this in detail in the last editions - unfortunately hasn't improved yet. On...

From all four corners of the US

*China against Greyhound * The legendary Greyhound bus gets competition - Chinese immigrants are conquering the market with cheap offers. The modern buses going from Chinatown A to Chinatown B are already an insider's tip among students. Bus station sounds too classy for the sidewalk...

The legend of Santa Claus

The real St. Nicholas lived 340 AD as a bishop in Myra, in Turkey. Due to his great friendliness and piety he soon became the subject of many stories. They said that he had distributed all his inherited wealth among the poor and...

Rejection of a visa application by the US consulate

The US consuls have unrestrained decision-making power when it cones to approving or denying visa applications. No lawyer and no court can appeal their decision. So one thing that could change your life entirely depends solely on one official of the US Foreign Service....

Job hunting in the US

*Job hunting and choosing the right offers * At first we will look at job hunting in the US, since this is the first important step for many of you. We will only point out a few specially selected criteria, since the so-called "recruitment,"...

Internet Surf Tips

Everything about Santa Claus, send an email to Santa Claus, try Santa's favorite recipes, Christmas greeting cards and Santa's FAQ! www.santaclaus.com Interesting website about sources for US foodstuffs and products, recipes, regional specialties. For all those who can't wait for the next vacation anymore...! www.gfra.de/usfood/index.htm Want to...