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Hungary Raises Retirement Age
As of January 1, 2026, one of the most significant reforms in the country’s social system will come into force in Hungary: the mandatory retirement age will be raised to...
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Russian economists warn of the danger of a systemic banking crisis
A systemic banking crisis could occur in Russia within 12 months, warn experts from the Center for Macroeconomic Analysis and Short-Term Forecasting (CMASF), founded by the current Minister of Defense,...
Christianity
How and why was the First Epistle to the Corinthians written
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Culture
10 reasons to choose a printed book over an e-book
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Economy
Russia’s VTB Bank Creates Huge Agricultural Holding from Nationalized Assets
Russia’s second-largest bank VTB plans to create a massive agricultural holding from nationalized assets it acquired in the country’s southern regions in December 2024. The surprise move was announced by...
Christianity
The Book of Job and the Babylonian Song of the Suffering Righteous One1 (part 1)
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Christianity
State and Society According to the Laws of Moses
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Culture
Oxford: Rage bait is word of the year
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Animals
Cats have been friends with humans for about 4,000 years
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Culture
Tipping banned in Turkey
The Turkish Ministry of Trade has prepared a new draft regulation on service surcharges in restaurants, cafes, bars, pastry shops and other establishments that are added to customers' bills, Turkish...