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Greece’s “Men - Only” Island: A World Apart
Nestled in Greece, the secluded island of Mount Athos, also known as “Agion Oros,” stands as a unique enclave with an extraordinary rule: it strictly prohibits women from setting foot on its shores. This ancient regulation has created a distinct society that has remained untouched by the presence of females for centuries.more
In Turkey, the 'OK' Gesture Isn’t Always Innocent
Travelers to Turkey, Brazil, and parts of the Middle East may be surprised to learn that the commonly used “OK” gesture—forming a circle with the thumb and index finger—carries a highly offensive meaning in these regions. Far from signifying approval or agreement, this hand signal is widely regarded as a crude and inappropriate gesture, often considered more vulgar than even the middle finger.more
Sweden: A Life Tapestry Interwoven with Nature and Modernity
Sweden: A Life Tapestry Interwoven with Nature and Modernitymore
Large - scale Seizure of Illegal E - cigarettes at Saint - Ouen Flea Market in France
Large - scale Seizure of Illegal E - cigarettes at Saint - Ouen Flea Market in Francemore
Green Party Unveils New Policy to Transform Closed Paper Mill
On May 1st, Chloë Swarbrick, the co - leader of the Green Party, announced a new policy in Tokoroa. The plan is to transform the closed Kinleith paper mill into a cross - laminated timber factory, which will produce sustainable building materials for public housing construction.more
Annual Meeting of Berkshire Hathaway: A Grand Gathering of Investors
Tens of thousands of people will flood into Omaha, Nebraska on May 2 to attend the annual meeting of Berkshire Hathaway, the company owned by billionaire Warren Buffett. At the age of 94, Buffett is expected to answer shareholders' questions in person for four and a half hours continuously at the meeting on Saturday.more
Americans today are becoming more and more reluctant to have children.
Americans today are becoming more and more reluctant to have children.more
Shocking Staging of Tragic Shooting at Abarachi High School in Georgia
Shocking Staging of Tragic Shooting at Abarachi High School in Georgiamore
Wave of developer bankruptcies in Ontario, Canada, triggers real estate market tremors
Wave of developer bankruptcies in Ontario, Canada, triggers real estate market tremorsmore
Recently, the $3.5 million mansion of a Chinese-American in New York was raided by the FBI
Recently, the $3.5 million mansion of a Chinese-American in New York was raided by the FBI.more
Massive Flight Cancellations and Implications of Cathay Pacific A350 Failure
Massive Flight Cancellations and Implications of Cathay Pacific A350 Failuremore