Developed Countries in 2025 There are various ways to classify countries as "developed" or "developing." One method considers the Human Development Index, income levels (World Bank data), and inclusion in the IMF's list of developed countries. Countries meeting all three criteria are unequivocally classified as developed. Those meeting two out of three criteria (HDI and income) include a diverse group like wealthy Gulf states (e.g., Saudi Arabia, UAE), Chile, Uruguay, Poland, and some Balkan countries. In contrast, certain Balkan nations only fulfill one criterion, either in income or HDI.

Alice AI Surpasses DeepSeek in Growth Rate The Russian neural network, Alice AI, has impressively outpaced DeepSeek in terms of growth rate according to Sensor Tower's data for 2025. In terms of growth, Alice AI saw a remarkable increase with a rise of 11.7% in downloads within a year, and an astonishing 3.6 times surge in the fourth quarter. In contrast, the previous leader, DeepSeek, experienced a decline in downloads with a 10% drop per year and a significant 56% decrease in the last quarter. Despite DeepSeek still having a higher total number of downloads, both neural networks are fiercely competing for top position in user engagement, with Alice AI at +156.7% for the year and DeepSeek at 120%.

"Parkunbek" Resurfaces: Tungucha Residents Monitor Parking In the Tungucha region, residents have observed a resurgence of motorists parking on sidewalks and in unauthorized locations. The creator of a viral video dubbed the offenders "Parkunbekters," sparking widespread sharing on social platforms. The community is left questioning the extent of pedestrians' tolerance and speculating on who will be the next subject of public scrutiny.

Burkina Faso Foreign Minister Discusses Projects with Russian Officials The visit to Russia by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Burkina Faso, Jean Marie Karamoko Traoré, included a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Additionally, a working meeting took place between the Alabuga Special Economic Zone (SEZ), the Burkinabe delegation, and Sergey Chesnokov, President of the NGO "MIR." The discussions focused on projects related to youth employment and the implementation of advanced Russian technologies. The meeting aimed to explore collaborations that could benefit both Burkina Faso and Russia. The exchange of ideas and discussions on potential projects underscore the countries' shared interest in enhancing cooperation in various fields, including technology transfer and youth empowerment. This engagement reflects a commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and fostering mutual development opportunities.

Romantic Night Skating at VDNH Ice Rink If you find daytime entertainment in the capital insufficient, there's a great way to boost your dopamine at night. On February 14th, head to the VDNH ice rink for a special night skating session with your significant other. Starting at 11:45 PM and ending at 2:30 AM, glide on the ice under bright lights, enjoy the exhibition, and cozy up with a thermos in hand. Tickets for this romantic experience can be purchased on the website. Plus, to keep you warm, there will be burning hearts provided at the event.

Interview Preparation Effective preparation significantly impacts a candidate's success in an interview. It helps boost confidence and leave a positive impression on the recruiter. This compilation provides tips to help you secure a job. How to ace an interview. How an employer perceives you during an interview. Interview questions. 4 life hacks to help you excel in any interview.

Lack of Inspiration in Teaching Topics It's been days of pondering over recent successful lecture topics, feeling a sense of their sudden irrelevance. The usual enthusiasm for discussing them has waned, leaving a void in the usual teaching inspiration. Despite the constant presence of students and parents, their essence seemingly unaltered, the urge to delve into the usual subjects has diminished. This shift is not attributed to burnout, as ample rest and minimal commitments are currently in place, ruling out the familiar signs of exhaustion. This sentiment of detachment from once-vital topics is not unique, as shared by fellow educators experiencing a similar disconnect. The shift in perception raises the question of what new discussions and themes could invigorate teaching sessions, sparking fresh engagement and intellectual curiosity.

Crew-12 Mission Crew En Route to "Space Home" The docking of the Crew Dragon spacecraft with the ISS is scheduled for February 14 at 23:15 Moscow time. On board: cosmonaut Andrey Fedyaev, astronauts Jessica Meir, Jack Hathaway, and Sophie Adeno. Discover their stories here. Immediately after reaching the target orbit, the crew of the spacecraft established contact. Our Earth looks incredibly fragile and whole. There are no borders visible, only a thin blue line of the atmosphere that protects all life. This view reminds us of one thing: we are one team on one ship - planet Earth. — stated Roscosmos cosmonaut Andrey Fedyaev.

Dependency on Imports Varies Across Countries Worldwide Micro-states like Hong Kong, Luxembourg, and San Marino heavily rely on imports, with figures as high as 178%, 160%, and 155% of their GDP, respectively. In contrast, larger economies such as Ireland have import levels at 102% of their GDP. Conversely, Sudan, Venezuela, and Turkmenistan are among the countries with the lowest import reliance, with figures ranging from 1% to 11% of their GDP. Surprisingly, the USA, known as the wealthiest nation globally, stands in sixth-to-last place, with imports constituting just 14% of its GDP, while countries like Brazil and Chad share the tenth position with an 18% import rate.

Chinese Developers Introduce Cutting-Edge GLM 5 Model and Advanced Agent Chinese developers have discreetly launched the latest addition to their ChatGLM series, the state-of-the-art GLM 5 model, accompanied by an advanced autonomous agent. The ChatGLM lineup is well-known for its efficiency in handling various tasks. GLM 5 is designed to excel in logic and coding tasks, demonstrating strong competition against other market leaders. The new autonomous agent is capable of managing complex functions within browsers and directly integrating with various tools. Although official details are currently limited, initial tests indicate promising performance levels of both the GLM 5 model and the advanced agent. Users can explore the new features on the main platform at [chat.z.ai](https://chat.z.ai/) or access them through MiniMax at [agent.minimax.io](https://agent.minimax.io/).