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There's no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to major life milestones. In fact, when the Pew Research Center asked more than 3,600 U.S. adults about the "best age" to get married, have a child, buy a home, or retire, a significant portion said there isn't one. 

One in seven Jews worldwide are strictly Orthodox

There was once a time when Sunday mornings were practically sacred, reserved for hymns, handshakes, and heartfelt sermons. Churches overflowed with families spanning generations—grandparents, parents, and children gathered under stained glass to worship together. But today, more and more pews sit empty, especially where young adults once sat beside their…

COMMENT: With both evangelical Christians in US and mullahs in Iran believing in the End of Times, religious fervour is playing a crucial role in the background of the Iran-Israel conflict, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley