Nowadays banks are by no means guaranteed to make  To turn a profit they must work hard, innovate--and take big risks.
It requires skill an hard work for banks to make a profit nowadays.
I don't think banks have to take risks to make a profit.
Poland never suffered at the hands of the Soviet Union.
The man is washing the house windows.
Cultural and commercial links with Tibet, and through that with China, were strengthened at this time.
Two young men dancing to a band playing music.
I would not trust anyone.
The pretty emerald green or turquoise stones were said to have magical qualities such as bringing good health.