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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Middle-aged man took a 16-year-old boy with a developmental disability to a sauna – Intercourse was not considered a crime by the court

A Finnish court ruled that a middle-aged man did not commit a crime by having sex with a 16-year-old boy with developmental disabilities at a sauna, despite the boy's age and vulnerability.

Mar 17 • 18:03 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Serena and Venus Williams: As Middle-Aged Athletes at the 2028 Olympics?

The article discusses the ongoing athletic pursuits of Venus and Serena Williams, particularly Venus at age 45, and the possibility of their participation in the 2028 Olympics.

Mar 17 • 13:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

The RBA has made one of its most controversial calls in recent years - and this rate rise may not age well

The Reserve Bank of Australia has controversially decided to hike interest rates amidst ongoing global instability due to conflict in the Middle East, raising concerns about its economic impact.

Mar 17 • 08:42 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Growing Wages of Those in Their 20s and the Struggles of Those in Their 50s: The Wage Increase Gap Revealed by Labor Shortages

Wages for younger workers are significantly rising, while those for middle-aged workers are stagnating, highlighting a growing wage disparity between generations.

Mar 14 • 23:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Athlete Who Left Too Soon. Being with Her Was an Experience, She Helped So Much That It Overwhelmed Her

The article commemorates Helena Fuchsová, a celebrated Czech middle-distance runner who passed away at the age of 55 after battling illness, and highlights her impact on fellow athletes Zuzana Hejnová and Ludmila Formanová.

Mar 14 • 07:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Life & Tech

Sophie Ellis-Bextor is embracing middle age on the dance floor

Sophie Ellis-Bextor shares her journey of self-acceptance and renewed passion for music as she embraces middle age and balances her career and personal life.

Mar 12 • 03:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Specialist Dismisses Common Misconception About Metabolism - This Is Why Weight Actually Accumulates

A specialist debunks the myth that metabolism slows down with age, explaining that weight gain in middle age is caused by other factors.

Mar 11 • 12:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This sign indicates a man's low cancer risk

A recent study reveals that men with low PSA levels in middle age have a significantly decreased risk of prostate cancer over the next two decades.

Mar 10 • 08:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Eat like this as you age – a key adjustment to make in middle age

Nutrition expert Merja Suominen emphasizes the importance of dietary adjustments at different life stages for better health outcomes.

Mar 7 • 04:15 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

News in Simple Language on March 5

Latvian director Jānis Streičs has passed away at the age of 89, marking the loss of a significant figure in Latvian cinema with various classic films to his credit.

Mar 5 • 17:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The End of the Ashen Age

The article discusses the consequences of the 1979 Iranian revolution which began an era of instability in the Middle East, referred to as the 'Ashen Age,' that continues to influence current geopolitical dynamics.

Mar 3 • 04:45 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Iran Supreme Leader Khamenei killed at 86 in US-Israeli strikes

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has reportedly been killed at the age of 86 due to strikes carried out by the US and Israel.

Mar 1 • 09:44 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

From a Maulana to Iran's Supreme Leader, this has been Khamenei's journey

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has died in an Israeli-American attack at the age of 86, marking the end of a significant chapter in Middle Eastern politics.

Mar 1 • 02:57 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei dies, killed in joint US–Israeli Attack

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has died at the age of 86 in an attack attributed to a joint operation by the US and Israel.

Mar 1 • 01:53 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Warning of Back Pain in People Aged 10-30… Do You Know About Spondylolysis?

Back pain is commonly perceived as an issue affecting those in middle age, but it can also be prevalent among younger individuals, suggesting the possibility of spondylolysis.

Feb 27 • 15:05 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Professional Reinvention in Middle Age: An Opportunity for the Economy

Increasing numbers of professionals in their 40s and 50s are seeking to restructure their careers for greater purpose and flexibility, signaling an opportunity for Mexico amidst challenges like nearshoring and talent shortages.

Feb 27 • 13:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

The 'Now, This Sentence' of Wild Dogs' Teeth

The author reflects on the struggle of maintaining creativity and passion in the face of life's mundanity and personal apathy.

Feb 26 • 20:18 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The two substances that age men faster – The new research

A new study finds that PFAS chemicals are accelerating biological aging in middle-aged men, according to research from the Jiao Tong University School of Medicine in Shanghai.

Feb 26 • 07:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Warning as six types of sweetener may accelerate memory loss in middle age

A recent study indicates that certain artificial sweeteners could be linked to accelerated memory loss and increase the risk of dementia in middle-aged adults.

Feb 25 • 12:23 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Terje Sporsem became a father at 20 and a grandfather at 39: - We are on a fine line between sect and family

Comedian Terje Sporsem shares insights from his experience of fatherhood and the pressures faced by men reaching middle age.

Feb 21 • 18:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

What does it mean to 'eat right' in middle age, and how processed foods deceive us? Nutrition specialist explains

A nutrition specialist discusses the importance of proper nutrition for both men and women in middle age, highlighting the role of protein and the risks of processed foods.

Feb 18 • 02:29 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

What does it mean to 'eat right' in middle age, and how are we fooled by processed products? Nutrition specialist explains

The article discusses the importance of proper nutrition in middle age, highlighting how both men and women can benefit from understanding dietary needs and avoiding processed foods.

Feb 18 • 02:29 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

DO YOU AGREE? ⟩ 20 things that most damage women's self-confidence

A study reveals that many women feel insecure about their bodies for decades, often only gaining confidence in middle age.

Feb 15 • 13:00 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

Man sentenced to protective custody for abuse against young boys

A man in his 40s has been sentenced to ten years of protective custody for abusing a total of 12 underage boys, primarily of middle school age.

Feb 13 • 07:22 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

One learns in primary school, but the other at middle age. How old were mothers in Latvia who gave birth last year?

In Latvia, expert estimates indicate that around 100 underage births are registered annually, with some mothers giving birth in their 40s and 45s, highlighting the importance of community support for young mothers.

Feb 12 • 19:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Almost everyone's back deteriorates in middle age – Physiotherapist Mikko explains how to prevent the risk

Physiotherapist Mikko Eerola discusses the common causes and serious warnings of back pain, as well as strategies for alleviation and common mistakes people make when experiencing pain.

Feb 10 • 08:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In New Jersey: the Gilded Age mansion, in the middle of the forest, for sale at US$19 million

A historic mansion built in 1907 in New Jersey is back on the market for US$19 million after a bankruptcy and fraud allegations against one of its owners.

Feb 7 • 02:15 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Killed Gaddafi's son

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, was killed at the age of 53 in the western Libyan city of Zintan, where he had lived for the past decade.

Feb 3 • 19:56 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

A disease knocked down Norway's athletics star. "I felt I had to learn to walk again."

Norwegian middle-distance runner Narve Nordås fell seriously ill with chickenpox at the age of 27, leading him to struggle with even basic movement due to the condition.

Feb 3 • 12:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Man contracts chickenpox at 27 - Dramatic consequences

Norwegian middle-distance runner Narve Nordås fell seriously ill with chickenpox at the age of 27, experiencing severe symptoms and complications.

Feb 3 • 09:33 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Senior researcher Lars Erslev Andersen has died

Lars Erslev Andersen, a well-respected researcher in terrorism and Middle Eastern studies, has passed away at the age of 69, as reported by the Danish Institute for International Studies.

Feb 2 • 20:23 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"We chose a younger applicant." The fifty-year-olds are responding to dozens of ads, companies refuse or ignore them

Many applicants in their fifties, like Jitka from Prague, express frustration over the challenges of finding new employment due to age-related discrimination, with some opting to settle for their current jobs despite the ongoing struggle.

Feb 2 • 06:47 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

A Short Daily Walk Reduces the Risk of Premature Death

A study involving 135,000 participants found that even a five-minute walk can reduce the risk of early death by 15%, highlighting the significant health impacts of small lifestyle changes in middle age.

Jan 14 • 16:49 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Media: "Abu Mazen hospitalized urgently in Ramallah"

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, also known as Abu Mazen, has been hospitalized for routine checks at the age of 90.

Jan 12 • 08:49 UTC

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