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From labor uprisings to backyard barbecues: the history and traditions of May 1st

... support for continuing the war to Bolshevik calls of “All power to the Soviets!” For the first time, May Day was celebrated legally and en masse, no longer solely as an economic observance but as a political holiday of freedom. May Day in the Soviet Union Following the October Revolution of 1917, May Day became an official state holiday. Initially in the young RSFSR, it was called International Day in honor of the international solidarity of workers. A little later, the name "Day of International Workers' Solidarity – May 1st" solidified, although it was commonly ...

Trade Wars: What Investors Should Worry About

The situation in the currency and stock markets has been quite unstable lately. This is primarily related to the trade war between China and the United States, as well as upcoming changes in internal politics within the European Union. The situation in both the currency and stock markets has recently been quite shaky. This is primarily related to the ongoing trade war between China and the United States, as well as upcoming changes in domestic politics anticipated in the European ...

Energy Market News – Tuesday, July 29, 2025: Brent around $70 amid US-EU deal, gas reserves in Europe, gasoline export ban in Russia

... potential weather risks in the remaining summer months. Global Agreements and Politics: US-EU Deal and Pressure on Russia Over the weekend, one of the largest trade agreements in recent years was reached, directly impacting the energy sector. The United States and the European Union have entered into a historic agreement under which Europe will significantly increase its purchases of American energy resources in exchange for reduced trade tariffs. Under the terms of the deal, the EU will annually buy oil, liquefied natural ...

Lukashenko Wins with 87.6% Votes: What Does It Mean for Russia?

Alexander Lukashenko, with 87.6% of the vote, strengthens his position as President of Belarus. How will this affect Russian-Belarusian relations, integration within the Union State and the geopolitical situation in the region? We analyze the key aspects and forecasts. Lukashenko Wins with 87.6% of the Votes: What Does This Mean for Russia? According to exit polls from the Belarusian Committee of Youth Organizations, Alexander ...

Challenges and Risks for Volkswagen: Strikes, Layoffs, and the Future of the Company

... factories and the potential dismissal of tens of thousands of employees, undoubtedly raise questions about the current and future state of the company. Why is Volkswagen Implementing Layoffs? Volkswagen's decision to cut production and close factories is likely ... ... reliable partner for the local economy. Job cuts on such a scale will inevitably lead to negative reactions from both employees and unions. The strikes serve as a direct signal that employees are unwilling to accept such decisions. A decline in satisfaction ...