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Politics / 5 weeks ago
How old do you have to be to vote?
While 18 years old remains the most common minimum voting age, there is significant variation across countries, from 16 to 21, and even 25 in rare cases. According to the Wikipedia overview of voting ages, most nations use 18 as the legal voting threshold. A handful lower it to 16 or 17, and the United Arab Emirates remains an outlier with a voting age of 25. That data is echoed in broader surveys: nearly 202 countries hold 18 as their standard voting age, while only 10 use 16, and 4 use 17.
Business / 7 weeks ago
5 oldest continually operating companies that are still thriving
In today’s fast-paced business world, where many startups struggle to survive beyond five years, there are a few remarkable companies that have been operating for centuries, even more than a millennium. These businesses have weathered wars, plagues, economic collapses, and technological revolutions, yet remain relevant. Here’s a closer look at five of the oldest continually running companies in the world, verified by World Atlas.
World / 48 weeks ago
France tops the list of countries with the most time zones
The division of the world into time zones reflects not only geography but also the reach of nations with far-flung territories. France holds the distinction of leading the world in time zones, a testament to its global territorial presence. World Atlas reveals that France claims 12 official time zones, which expands to 13 if its Antarctic territories are included. This wide coverage stems from the nation’s overseas regions and territories, including French Polynesia in the Pacific and Réunion in the Indian Ocean, showcasing its historical and geographical influence across the globe.
