California’s spending issues. A look at the Golden State’s ballooning budget since 1976. Employees per 1,000 population In 1975 the state had 9.6 employees per 1,000 people. In 1985 it had 8.5 employees per 1,000 people.
Polish companies specializing in ferrous metal scrap operations exported 1.204 million tons of raw materials outside the European Union in 2025, which is 8.6% less than in 2024 ... These countries absorbed almost 100% of Polish scrap ... .
Gold, silver and bronze medals are a tradition that began at the St. Louis 1904Olympic Games. The 2026 medals were crafted by the ItalianState Mint, a government-owned company that produces Italian coins, stamps and passports ...Breaking record ... Sources.
Something for George. For George Washington’s birthday Feb. 22, here’s a look at the monument built in honor of our first president, and why it took 51 years to complete ... It was quite difficult to complete ... Why it took so long to build. Sept ... Nov ... .
The overall economic situation last year was difficult due to constant systematic shelling of all types of critical infrastructure ... By the end of 2025, real GDP had recovered to 79% of its 2021 level ... Growth in 2024 amounted to 15.5% y/y ... Important ... .
Love and ‘app’iness. A look at the world of dating apps and marriage rates in the U.S. in the modern digital world. There are more than 1,500 dating apps and websites operating worldwide with projected revenue of $9.2 billion this year ...Mood swings.
A combination of brand pull, targeted youth strategy, and simply making the best out of the premiumisation theme in India has revved up Royal Enfield's positioning as the undisputed leader among peers ... .
GAZA, (PIC) ... In a press release, the authority said that from the start of the truce until 31st January, only 307 gas trucks entered the Gaza Strip, carrying a total of 6,458 tons ... ....
In about four months’ time, the world’s biggest single sporting event will kick off ... The Coupe du Monde trophy itself carries immense prestige ... Four years later, another massive party is brewing ... Most valuable ... Graphic by James Alafriz. $1M soon?.
Event evolution. When women competed at the first Winter Games in 1924, they made up 4.3% of competitors, this year they are at 47% ... Not just the games ... In 1992, an International Olympic Committee rule requires new sports to include women ... The U.S.
Ratings game. Without the Olympics and a national election in 2025, pro football dominated TV viewership numbers once again. The NFL had 48 of the top 100 slots, up from 45 in 2024. Most-watched prime time telecasts of 2025 ...Rank . Program . (network) ... 1 ... .