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isolation and social interaction in the modern world

Social Interaction in the Modern World

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In today’s ever-evolving world of digital technology, social interaction in the modern world is going through a huge transformation. More and more people worldwide are connected by chat apps, social media, emails, and video conferencing. Subsequently, people anywhere can join these platforms to communicate with friends, family, and strangers. This digital advancement has brought great […]

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Health, Human Rights, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Are BRICS drivers of economic growth?

Are BRICS Drivers of Global Economic Growth?

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The rise of the BRICS group comprised of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa has significantly developed. This growth and recent engagements with other nations changed the global economic landscape, with a combined population of over 3 billion people. As a large share of the world’s GDP, these nations have seen remarkable economic growth

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Business, Health, Society
Investing in water infrastructue: the benefits

Investing In Water Infrastructure: the benefits

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Investing in water infrastructure has a multitude of benefits. It is critical for promoting public health, progressing economically and conserving the environment. Investments made in the water sector curb the spread of illnesses and save millions of lives. Water pollution due to unsafe waste management puts aqua ecosystems and the environment under threat. “Water is

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Environment, Innovation, Science
The steady state economy wants to maintain human and ecological wellbeing whilst remaining within the limits of growth.

The Steady State Economy: Limits to Economic Growth?

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A Steady State Economy (SSE) is an economy that is stable and at ‘equilibrium’. That means that factors like demand, supply, and production are relatively constant and sustainable. Further, there is stable population size. Economic activity in a steady state economy is sufficient to support the population but does not exceed resource limits. Thus, a

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Energy, Environment, Society, Sustainability

Equality in Employment: Women in the workforce is simply good economics

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In the words of U.N. Women‘s deputy executive director, Lakshmi Puri, “Gender equality is humanity’s biggest project“. Men’s experience with work and employment differ substantially from women’s (Baird et al., 2012). Women experience inconsistencies, barriers to participation, and inequities in earnings when it comes to employment (Barns, 2009). It is true that women have come

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Business, Society
The Global South used to refer to large parts of the African continent, South America, the Middle East and much of the Asian subcontinent including China

The Global South: Pathways to Global Equity

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The term ‘Global South’ was first used by academic and social activist, Carl Oglesby, in 1969. He used it to describe the persistent socio-economic dominance held by Western and European powers over countries in Africa, South America, the Middle East and much of the Asian subcontinent including China.

Today, in the context of accelerated globalisation and a worldwide environmental crisis, the concept of a Global South has acquired more and more relevance – both as a geo-political shorthand and an international imperative.

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Business, Society, Strategy
Many people in poverty work long hours for little pay.

How to Help People in Poverty: The Power of Politics

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Many people across the globe struggle in poverty, unable to support themselves and their families. Being unable to afford essentials such as food and shelter often causes a wide range of problems. For instance, without enough quality food, people are often beset by malnutrition and health issues. Children may suffer from stunted development, causing health

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Government, Society, Sustainability

Can Economic Growth and Development Last Forever?

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The benefits of economic growth and development is a widely discussed topic by governments to academia. We’ve been told that economic growth is essential for human prosperity. Politicians will try to convince you that your job is safe with their plans to stimulate the economy. Business schools have been telling us for decades that economic

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Environment, Government, Society, Strategy
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