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Many countries have grown accustomed to the peace dividend that followed the end of the Cold War, allowing countries to downsize their militaries and prop up generous social-welfare systems.

Humphrey's business has been impacted by the explosion of counterfeit kits - and he's worried he may have to downsize or even close.

That was the most of any state, lagging behind only Washington, D.C., which has been hit hard by federal downsizing, according to outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc.

At the end of 2024, the pair downsized to a smaller studio.

The rent you would pay over the next 20-plus years — depending on your health, mobility and any future downsizing plans — would ensure a roof over your head, but otherwise it is effectively lost money.