South Korean men aged 18-28 must serve in the military for nearly two years, but athletes who win medals at the Olympics or Asian Games are only required to complete basic training and compete in sports for 42 months. Recently, the South Korean football team was granted an exemption after winning gold at the 2018 […]
The 1904 Olympic marathon in St. Louis was a disaster due to the grueling course, extreme heat, and lack of water stops. Winner Thomas Hicks was given strychnine and brandy, while other runners suffered injuries and illness. The Olympic marathon, the centerpiece of the original games in ancient Greece, was a debacle when it was […]
China’s marriage rate is declining as many adults prioritize their careers over love lives. Some companies are offering their employees over 30 extra days off during Chinese New Year to encourage dating. Women who reach their 20s or 30s without finding a partner are stigmatized as “leftovers.” China has more men than women and encourages […]
Hard law refers to binding and enforceable legal documents, such as international treaties and UN resolutions, while soft law includes non-binding statements and guidelines. International law is established through treaties negotiated and signed by political authorities, with adjudicative bodies ensuring compliance. The European Union has developed both hard and soft law, with some scholars questioning […]
Dealing with difficult relatives during the holidays can be stressful, but setting boundaries on what to discuss and limiting time spent with them can help. Accepting that they may not change and finding humor in their behavior can also ease tension. Interacting with children or focusing on meal preparation can distract from difficult relatives. Rewarding […]
Teddy Roosevelt, as a presidential candidate, was shot in 1912 but still gave an 80-minute speech before seeking medical attention. The bullet was slowed by folded pages in his jacket pocket and lodged in a rib. He became the third most successful candidate in American history. Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th president of the United States, […]
A hard inquiry is when an institution requests an individual’s credit report to evaluate their creditworthiness, which is recorded on the credit report. Excessive hard inquiries can negatively impact credit scores. Existing creditors may also generate hard inquiries, but they don’t necessarily indicate concern. It’s important to review credit reports annually and investigate unfamiliar inquiries […]
