1) Brazil was initially apprehensive about hosting the World Cup due to 2013 protests over poor public services and high spending on stadiums. However, Brazilians have since joined in the celebration, seeing tourism and national pride benefits.
2) Upcoming elections add political factors, with polls showing President Rousseff leading but close competitors gaining support.
3) For Brazil to continue developing, its people must work together across ideological lines, focusing on quality public services, education, and responsible long-term planning rather than temporary celebrations.
This document discusses the evolution of relations between the United States and Cuba and how it has affected Major League Baseball. It outlines the history of tensions between the two countries since the 1960s, including the U.S. embargo on Cuba. This made it very difficult for Cuban baseball players to defect and play in MLB due to dangerous smuggling operations required to leave Cuba. Recent policy changes under Obama have opened up relations, allowing for increased financial flows and exports between the two nations. These changes could help transform Cuba's economy and potentially lead to reforms ending the communist system, opening the door for greater MLB participation from Cuban players.
This document summarizes immigration patterns and the demographic profile of foreign-born residents in Boston over time. It notes that:
- Boston has historically had a larger proportion of foreign-born residents than Massachusetts and the US as a whole. The proportion peaked around 1910 but declined after immigration restrictions in the 1920s.
- Boston saw increases again after immigration reforms in the 1960s, and it now has the 6th highest proportion of foreign-born residents among the largest 25 US cities.
- Between 1980 and 2007, Boston's white population declined by 20 percentage points while its Hispanic, Latino, and Asian populations more than doubled.
The document proposes a communications plan for the National Park Service (NPS) to increase public understanding of its role in preserving American history and culture. It recommends launching a "NPS Was Here" campaign to educate the public on NPS's investments over its first 100 years and plans for the next 100 years. The campaign would launch in July 2015 and run through 2016, peaking during NPS's centennial in August 2016. The goal is to increase the perceived value of NPS among key audiences by 10% by the end of 2016 and position NPS as the champion of American history and culture.
Boston's immigrant labor force makes up nearly 30% of the city's total labor force. While immigrants traditionally came from Europe, current immigrants are more likely to come from Latin America, the Caribbean, and Asia. Over 70% of immigrants in Boston's labor force arrived since 1990. Less than half are naturalized citizens, and about half speak English proficiently. Compared to native-born workers, immigrants are more likely to be older, less educated, and from non-white racial groups. The report examines the socioeconomic characteristics and labor market integration of these immigrant workers.
IRJET- Immigration – The Re-Construction of Modern WorldIRJET Journal
This document discusses various perspectives on immigration. It begins by providing context on the history of immigration and how people have migrated in search of better living conditions for centuries. It then discusses some of the challenges of immigration, including cultural clashes and economic issues. However, it also notes that immigration has benefited countries by providing skills and growing economies. The document examines different views on immigration and considers some of the debates around legal vs. illegal immigration. Overall, it presents a balanced perspective on both the positives and challenges of immigration.
Work about multiculturalism more specifically about the mass flows of population into the Western Countries, the meaning of diaspora, the diaspora of Chinese people and also about anti-immigration measures.
The document provides an overview of the humanitarian situation and needs in Ukraine as of December 2014. It notes that over 1 million people have been displaced from eastern Ukraine and Crimea due to ongoing conflict and insecurity in the Donbas region. Around 1.4 million of the estimated 5.2 million people living in conflict-affected areas of eastern Ukraine are considered highly vulnerable and in need of humanitarian assistance. Key needs identified include emergency shelter, winterization assistance, and protection for internally displaced persons, host communities, and other vulnerable groups affected by the crisis.
The document summarizes 10 of the most important events of 2012, which have the potential to lead to significant transformations in the future. These events include the Muslim Brotherhood coming to power in Egypt, the continuing European economic crisis, protests sparked by an anti-Islam video, increasing tensions between China and its neighbors over territorial disputes, ongoing violence in Syria with no resolution in sight, Facebook's IPO and implications for the virtual world, Russia's resurgence on the global stage, the US beginning to exit Afghanistan, democratic reforms in Myanmar, and Malala Yousafzai becoming a symbol of courage in Pakistan. While 2012 seemed somewhat calm, these events sow the seeds for large changes in global politics, economics,
This document discusses the evolution of relations between the United States and Cuba and how it has affected Major League Baseball. It outlines the history of tensions between the two countries since the 1960s, including the U.S. embargo on Cuba. This made it very difficult for Cuban baseball players to defect and play in MLB due to dangerous smuggling operations required to leave Cuba. Recent policy changes under Obama have opened up relations, allowing for increased financial flows and exports between the two nations. These changes could help transform Cuba's economy and potentially lead to reforms ending the communist system, opening the door for greater MLB participation from Cuban players.
This document summarizes immigration patterns and the demographic profile of foreign-born residents in Boston over time. It notes that:
- Boston has historically had a larger proportion of foreign-born residents than Massachusetts and the US as a whole. The proportion peaked around 1910 but declined after immigration restrictions in the 1920s.
- Boston saw increases again after immigration reforms in the 1960s, and it now has the 6th highest proportion of foreign-born residents among the largest 25 US cities.
- Between 1980 and 2007, Boston's white population declined by 20 percentage points while its Hispanic, Latino, and Asian populations more than doubled.
The document proposes a communications plan for the National Park Service (NPS) to increase public understanding of its role in preserving American history and culture. It recommends launching a "NPS Was Here" campaign to educate the public on NPS's investments over its first 100 years and plans for the next 100 years. The campaign would launch in July 2015 and run through 2016, peaking during NPS's centennial in August 2016. The goal is to increase the perceived value of NPS among key audiences by 10% by the end of 2016 and position NPS as the champion of American history and culture.
Boston's immigrant labor force makes up nearly 30% of the city's total labor force. While immigrants traditionally came from Europe, current immigrants are more likely to come from Latin America, the Caribbean, and Asia. Over 70% of immigrants in Boston's labor force arrived since 1990. Less than half are naturalized citizens, and about half speak English proficiently. Compared to native-born workers, immigrants are more likely to be older, less educated, and from non-white racial groups. The report examines the socioeconomic characteristics and labor market integration of these immigrant workers.
IRJET- Immigration – The Re-Construction of Modern WorldIRJET Journal
This document discusses various perspectives on immigration. It begins by providing context on the history of immigration and how people have migrated in search of better living conditions for centuries. It then discusses some of the challenges of immigration, including cultural clashes and economic issues. However, it also notes that immigration has benefited countries by providing skills and growing economies. The document examines different views on immigration and considers some of the debates around legal vs. illegal immigration. Overall, it presents a balanced perspective on both the positives and challenges of immigration.
Work about multiculturalism more specifically about the mass flows of population into the Western Countries, the meaning of diaspora, the diaspora of Chinese people and also about anti-immigration measures.
The document provides an overview of the humanitarian situation and needs in Ukraine as of December 2014. It notes that over 1 million people have been displaced from eastern Ukraine and Crimea due to ongoing conflict and insecurity in the Donbas region. Around 1.4 million of the estimated 5.2 million people living in conflict-affected areas of eastern Ukraine are considered highly vulnerable and in need of humanitarian assistance. Key needs identified include emergency shelter, winterization assistance, and protection for internally displaced persons, host communities, and other vulnerable groups affected by the crisis.
The document summarizes 10 of the most important events of 2012, which have the potential to lead to significant transformations in the future. These events include the Muslim Brotherhood coming to power in Egypt, the continuing European economic crisis, protests sparked by an anti-Islam video, increasing tensions between China and its neighbors over territorial disputes, ongoing violence in Syria with no resolution in sight, Facebook's IPO and implications for the virtual world, Russia's resurgence on the global stage, the US beginning to exit Afghanistan, democratic reforms in Myanmar, and Malala Yousafzai becoming a symbol of courage in Pakistan. While 2012 seemed somewhat calm, these events sow the seeds for large changes in global politics, economics,
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The document summarizes a leadership symposium that explored leadership concepts used in the army and how they can help leaders in the defense and security sector. It included short presentations and vignettes on topics like mission command, delegation, and leading in difficult circumstances. The symposium also covered values-based leadership, leadership styles, behaviors that build teams and foster values, and dealing with inappropriate boss behavior. Attendees participated in group discussions and a quiz to test their learning.
Este documento describe el pensamiento humano y su evolución. Explica que el pensamiento es un proceso psicológico que utiliza la mente para crear representaciones mentales de objetos y ponerse en contacto con el mundo exterior a través de los sentidos. También describe cómo el ser humano adquiere conocimiento a través de la percepción, la experiencia y almacenando recuerdos, y cómo esto le permite razonar y tomar decisiones.
Este documento describe el desarrollo cognitivo humano según la teoría de Piaget, incluyendo las etapas sensomotriz, preoperacional, de operaciones concretas y de operaciones formales. También explica cómo se adquiere y manifiesta el lenguaje en los recién nacidos e influye en el desarrollo del pensamiento.
COMPRENDER EL FUNCIONAMIENTO DEL CEREBRO HUMANO HA SIDO UNA TAREA LARGA Y MINUCIOSA, SIN EMBARGO HOY EN DIA, SE HA ALCANZADO A CONTAR CON INSTRUMENTOS QUE PERMITEN MEDIR LAS ACTIVIDADES MENTALES DEL SER HUMANO.
Keynote – Social Media en Web 2.0 in de klas (Remco Bron)LVO Ontdekkingsreis
Naast het schetsen van de stand van zaken geeft Remco tijdens zijn presentatie praktische voorbeelden op welke manier de nieuwe tools van het web ingezet kunnen worden bij het moderne onderwijs. U krijgt veel praktische tips en kunt de volgende dag meteen in de klas aan de slag!
Un grupo de indios toltecas construyó hace cientos de años "El Camino del Guerrero", un sistema cognitivo de enseñanzas que les permitió restablecer su vínculo con la fuerza del intento y lograr un conocimiento silencioso. Este conjunto de enseñanzas les enseña cómo vivir responsablemente y alcanzar la alegría, en armonía con todos los seres y fuerzas del universo.
Junesong frees himself and other prisoners from the holding cells of a slave ship called The Sundowner. He discovers that his friend Treven has been taken, and sets out to take control of the ship. Junesong defeats the robotic guards and lone human guard through use of his mysterious powers. He then forces the navigator and pilot to set a course for Earth while threatening them. Junesong informs the other prisoners that he has taken control of the ship and they will be heading to Earth. He then heads to the healing bay to recover from his injuries sustained during his takeover of The Sundowner.
Este documento describe los elementos y procesos que conforman la estructura psicológica del ser humano, incluyendo el sistema nervioso central, la inteligencia, la memoria, el lenguaje, los pensamientos, sentimientos, emociones, conducta y personalidad. Explica que estos elementos se desarrollan a través de las etapas de la vida y son influenciados por factores externos como la familia, sociedad y cultura. El documento enfatiza la importancia de comprender estos procesos psicológicos para transformar la conciencia
Taiwan is known for several classic dishes including beef noodle soup containing beef and noodles in a delicious broth, stinky tofu which has an unpleasant smell but tasty flavor that many people enjoy, and sticky rice from Asia that has a delicious taste but is unhealthy to eat all the time. Taiwan offers many tasty foods.
Storybird is a website that allows users to create short stories inspired by artwork. The stories are interactive and can be shared, read, and printed. The document recommends Storybird as a tool to help reluctant writers get started by providing visual prompts. It provides instructions for teachers to set up individual student accounts or a class account for free. Students can then browse artwork by theme or artist, select a piece, and begin writing their story by adding text to each page. Stories can be collaboratively written and published to share.
Este documento discute lo que verdaderamente contamina la estructura psicológica de la mente humana según las Escrituras. Indica que son los malos pensamientos, sentimientos y emociones que provienen del interior del hombre los que lo contaminan, condicionando su conducta y personalidad. Estos frutos internos se reflejan en las palabras y acciones diarias de una persona.
Brazil is preparing to host the 2014 World Cup by completing infrastructure projects and renovating stadiums across the country. Hosting the event is an opportunity for Brazil to showcase its culture and development to the world as well as drive further investment and growth. However, recent large protests over poor public services and corruption indicate that some Brazilians feel the money being spent on the World Cup could be better used to improve health, education, and social issues.
FIFA World Cup 2014: Social Impacts and Policy StrategiesFlavio Kleijssen
The main aim of this study is to analyze ex-ante the likely socio- economic impact of the 2014 FIFA World Cup that will take place in Brazil. The recent trends of highly competitive bids to be designated host country of a sport mega-event show us the bidders believe such events to generate positive impacts. In this paper, we analyze through a descriptive approach the main aspects of potential economic and social effects through the organization of the World Cup, while contrasting it with the major cost and risks Brazil is bearing.
Our conclusions show that organizing a major sporting event is a unique opportunity for economic and social development, can accelerate infrastructure improvement and it is a major factor for gaining in international reputation, and, therefore, increasing in the long run a country’s soft power. However, in the case of Brazil, the high cost, widespread popular discontent, safety issues, lack of planning and coordination may have an important negative impact, which is likely to offset the benefits. It has been said that Brazil is the country of the future, and always will be. The 2014 World Cup, and 2016 Olympic Games will give a strong indication whether this still holds true.
20110913 hp leadership_symposium_less_video_asls_co-udavism96
The document summarizes a leadership symposium that explored leadership concepts used in the army and how they can help leaders in the defense and security sector. It included short presentations and vignettes on topics like mission command, delegation, and leading in difficult circumstances. The symposium also covered values-based leadership, leadership styles, behaviors that build teams and foster values, and dealing with inappropriate boss behavior. Attendees participated in group discussions and a quiz to test their learning.
Este documento describe el pensamiento humano y su evolución. Explica que el pensamiento es un proceso psicológico que utiliza la mente para crear representaciones mentales de objetos y ponerse en contacto con el mundo exterior a través de los sentidos. También describe cómo el ser humano adquiere conocimiento a través de la percepción, la experiencia y almacenando recuerdos, y cómo esto le permite razonar y tomar decisiones.
Este documento describe el desarrollo cognitivo humano según la teoría de Piaget, incluyendo las etapas sensomotriz, preoperacional, de operaciones concretas y de operaciones formales. También explica cómo se adquiere y manifiesta el lenguaje en los recién nacidos e influye en el desarrollo del pensamiento.
COMPRENDER EL FUNCIONAMIENTO DEL CEREBRO HUMANO HA SIDO UNA TAREA LARGA Y MINUCIOSA, SIN EMBARGO HOY EN DIA, SE HA ALCANZADO A CONTAR CON INSTRUMENTOS QUE PERMITEN MEDIR LAS ACTIVIDADES MENTALES DEL SER HUMANO.
Keynote – Social Media en Web 2.0 in de klas (Remco Bron)LVO Ontdekkingsreis
Naast het schetsen van de stand van zaken geeft Remco tijdens zijn presentatie praktische voorbeelden op welke manier de nieuwe tools van het web ingezet kunnen worden bij het moderne onderwijs. U krijgt veel praktische tips en kunt de volgende dag meteen in de klas aan de slag!
Un grupo de indios toltecas construyó hace cientos de años "El Camino del Guerrero", un sistema cognitivo de enseñanzas que les permitió restablecer su vínculo con la fuerza del intento y lograr un conocimiento silencioso. Este conjunto de enseñanzas les enseña cómo vivir responsablemente y alcanzar la alegría, en armonía con todos los seres y fuerzas del universo.
Junesong frees himself and other prisoners from the holding cells of a slave ship called The Sundowner. He discovers that his friend Treven has been taken, and sets out to take control of the ship. Junesong defeats the robotic guards and lone human guard through use of his mysterious powers. He then forces the navigator and pilot to set a course for Earth while threatening them. Junesong informs the other prisoners that he has taken control of the ship and they will be heading to Earth. He then heads to the healing bay to recover from his injuries sustained during his takeover of The Sundowner.
Este documento describe los elementos y procesos que conforman la estructura psicológica del ser humano, incluyendo el sistema nervioso central, la inteligencia, la memoria, el lenguaje, los pensamientos, sentimientos, emociones, conducta y personalidad. Explica que estos elementos se desarrollan a través de las etapas de la vida y son influenciados por factores externos como la familia, sociedad y cultura. El documento enfatiza la importancia de comprender estos procesos psicológicos para transformar la conciencia
Taiwan is known for several classic dishes including beef noodle soup containing beef and noodles in a delicious broth, stinky tofu which has an unpleasant smell but tasty flavor that many people enjoy, and sticky rice from Asia that has a delicious taste but is unhealthy to eat all the time. Taiwan offers many tasty foods.
Storybird is a website that allows users to create short stories inspired by artwork. The stories are interactive and can be shared, read, and printed. The document recommends Storybird as a tool to help reluctant writers get started by providing visual prompts. It provides instructions for teachers to set up individual student accounts or a class account for free. Students can then browse artwork by theme or artist, select a piece, and begin writing their story by adding text to each page. Stories can be collaboratively written and published to share.
Este documento discute lo que verdaderamente contamina la estructura psicológica de la mente humana según las Escrituras. Indica que son los malos pensamientos, sentimientos y emociones que provienen del interior del hombre los que lo contaminan, condicionando su conducta y personalidad. Estos frutos internos se reflejan en las palabras y acciones diarias de una persona.
Brazil is preparing to host the 2014 World Cup by completing infrastructure projects and renovating stadiums across the country. Hosting the event is an opportunity for Brazil to showcase its culture and development to the world as well as drive further investment and growth. However, recent large protests over poor public services and corruption indicate that some Brazilians feel the money being spent on the World Cup could be better used to improve health, education, and social issues.
FIFA World Cup 2014: Social Impacts and Policy StrategiesFlavio Kleijssen
The main aim of this study is to analyze ex-ante the likely socio- economic impact of the 2014 FIFA World Cup that will take place in Brazil. The recent trends of highly competitive bids to be designated host country of a sport mega-event show us the bidders believe such events to generate positive impacts. In this paper, we analyze through a descriptive approach the main aspects of potential economic and social effects through the organization of the World Cup, while contrasting it with the major cost and risks Brazil is bearing.
Our conclusions show that organizing a major sporting event is a unique opportunity for economic and social development, can accelerate infrastructure improvement and it is a major factor for gaining in international reputation, and, therefore, increasing in the long run a country’s soft power. However, in the case of Brazil, the high cost, widespread popular discontent, safety issues, lack of planning and coordination may have an important negative impact, which is likely to offset the benefits. It has been said that Brazil is the country of the future, and always will be. The 2014 World Cup, and 2016 Olympic Games will give a strong indication whether this still holds true.
The document summarizes the 2014 World Cup hosted in Brazil, including key facts, costs, and controversies. There were protests from citizens who argued that the billions spent on stadiums and the tournament would have been better used improving Brazil's healthcare, education, and infrastructure. While most protests were peaceful, some turned violent. The government defended the spending as improving Brazil's infrastructure for the long-term.
Our first issue of 2013 starts with three important topics that are recently receiving much attention,
but whose consequences and dynamics are difficult to grasp. These three topics deserve another
look because the visibility of some events may hinder what are their actual potential in the future.
Our first article is about various countries in the South American region organizing macro-events
in order to attract tourist and promote their service sector —where a great portion of informal jobs
and precariousness exist. Governments are investing heavily in creating infrastructure and giving
all the support that the private sector needs to organize successful events. Nevertheless, these
events are just the tip of the iceberg: governments may be losing the opportunity of having a wave
of tourist in the next ten years in order to extend benefits to a vast group of informal workers that
depend on services that tourist demand, such as retailing, restaurants, and tours, among others.
Climate change is making things worse for vulnerable population in South American countries.
Nevertheless, the rhetoric at negotiation tables still refers to the time when the Kyoto Protocol was
being designed. Such clear division of responsibilities between developed and developing countries
simply cannot hold in a post-Kyoto world. It is now that such divisions are becoming a
insurmountable barrier to reach an agreement. Nevertheless, such divisions of interests, goals and
coalitions has roots in the growing diversity of countries in the region, but they cannot be a pretext
for not reaching a shared criteria to deal with global negotiations about climate change.
Participation was, two decades ago, the flavor of the month in development policies. Giving power
to people in democracies was a correct strategy to improve social services and design public
policies. Nevertheless, the growing gap between the political discourse on what participation can
potentially bring and what actually achieves in most localities is giving ammunition to some
authorities to reverse participatory processes. Again, cities need to be creative, not only by
improving consultations with alternative techniques to reach people that has been reluctant to
participate, but also by improving their internal bureaucratic processes to become more responsive
and open to citizens’ preferences.
South America has a population of 385 million across 12 countries. Brazil is the largest and most influential country, with over 200 million people. Media in South America have traditionally been consolidated in the hands of a few wealthy families and conglomerates. However, several countries have recently moved to democratize their media sectors and define communication as a right rather than a commodity. Television and radio have high penetration rates, while newspapers and radio are declining in significance. The internet is growing but access remains unequal across the region.
The document discusses the effects of globalization on communication and youth. It notes that while globalization has connected the world and increased opportunities, it has also negatively impacted many youth by failing to provide economic opportunities. Specifically, it has changed the job market in ways that have displaced many low-skilled jobs. It has also led to increased migration among youth both within and between countries in search of opportunities. Additionally, globalization has spread Western media and consumerism among youth globally but some youth have been unable to attain raised expectations. It concludes by arguing ways to address youth unemployment and migration through developing opportunities in home countries.
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The document provides instructions for requesting writing assistance from HelpWriting.net. It is a 5-step process: 1) Create an account with a password and email. 2) Complete a 10-minute order form providing instructions, sources, and deadline. 3) Review bids from writers and choose one based on qualifications. 4) Receive the paper and ensure it meets expectations before authorizing payment. 5) Request revisions until fully satisfied with the work provided. The service aims to deliver original, high-quality content and offers refunds if work is plagiarized.
The number of refugees arriving in Brazil has increased dramatically in recent years, rising over 1466% from 2010 to 2014. This growing refugee population poses challenges for Brazilian public policy and institutions in ensuring their rights and integration. While Brazil has expressed a willingness to welcome refugees through international agreements and statements by the president, there is still a need for coordinated national public policies on refugee issues and immigration to facilitate social, cultural and economic inclusion of refugees in Brazil. The experiences of refugees seeking to rebuild their lives underscores the ongoing responsibilities of states in protecting displaced people and addressing the root causes of conflicts that generate mass human displacement.
The document discusses several topics related to globalization including:
1. Globalization refers to the growing interdependence between countries through increased trade, capital flows, and technology diffusion.
2. Key drivers of globalization include advances in transportation and technology, the rise of multinational corporations, and international organizations.
3. Globalization has contributed to both increased economic opportunities but also greater inequality between wealthy elites and poor populations in many countries.
The document discusses population movement and migration trends in the West Indies over time. It notes that the region has historically seen significant migration both internally and internationally for reasons such as opportunities for work, education, and improved living standards. Internally, people have migrated between islands, while internationally many have moved to places like England, the US, and Canada since the 1960s. Push factors driving migration include lack of jobs and opportunities, while pull factors attracting migrants are better opportunities in other places. The document also examines concepts like emigration, immigration, urbanization, and factors influencing levels of employment and unemployment in the Caribbean region.
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This document discusses globalization and its relationship to international relations. It begins by defining globalization and how it interconnects cultures and economies on a global scale. Both advantages and disadvantages of globalization are then examined. Key advantages include increased GDP, reduced unemployment, and greater competition. Key disadvantages include uneven distribution of wealth between developed and developing countries. The document concludes by stating that while globalization faces obstacles, its positive effects will prevail if people and governments make cooperative efforts to address issues like poverty and migration.
This document is an introduction to a student project investigating whether the London 2012 Olympics successfully increased participation in UK sport. It provides background on the goals of the Olympics legacy to inspire more grassroots, school, and elite sport participation. The introduction discusses measuring participation rates among various groups and the government's funding of sport. It aims to determine if the goal of inspiring a generation through the Olympics was achieved two years later.
This document provides an overview of the history and development of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from its discovery in the 1500s to modern times. Key events included the Portuguese founding the city in 1565, the discovery of gold and diamonds which led to growth in the late 1600s, an influx of Portuguese and African populations in the 1800s, Brazil gaining independence in 1822 with Rio de Janeiro as the capital, and infrastructure developments in the early 1900s as the city expanded southward. Rio lost its status as national capital between 1960-1975 but remains an economically and culturally important city.
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This document discusses the exploration of the ancient Sumerian civilization. It notes that while their stories are considered mythology, the Sumerians made great efforts to record their history, discoveries, and development. It examines evidence that accredits the Sumerians as laying the foundations of modern civilization standards, including their creation story of the gods An and Ki. The document also outlines early human existence and settlement in Mesopotamia by people such as the Ubaid, who predated the Sumerians.
The document discusses several trends occurring globally and in Asia, including:
1) Social protest movements are objecting to lack of public goods and failure to control market forces, while burgeoning middle classes demand more say.
2) Resources are under increasing pressure due to population growth and climate change, risking conflicts as scarcity grows.
3) Asia continues to see large economic growth, especially in China and India, but both nations face political challenges that could slow growth.
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This document summarizes a group project presentation on the possible impacts of Brazil hosting the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Olympics. It outlines key issues like cost overruns, forced relocation of residents, and infrastructure development. It also discusses opportunities for Brazil's economy and tourism sector. Potential risks mentioned include security, corruption, traffic, and inadequate healthcare. The conclusion states that hosting these major events will boost Brazil's economy and infrastructure development.
RUNNING HEADER: GLOBALIZATION
GLOBALIZATION
Globalization
Joylyn Case
Rasmussen College-Vision of Am. – Section 01
Globalization
Established in 2000, Byte Level Research was the first firm devoted only to the symbolization and exploration of web globalization. It's a webpage that has counseled with several multinationals and has realized what lives up to expectations and what doesn't work and, exactly as imperative, where their sites are going. This skill has continued into the strategy of the Report Card, the first report devoted to best practices in web globalization. The site does depict globalization as a methodology of association and coordination among the individuals, organizations, and legislatures of distinctive countries, a procedure determined by universal exchange and speculation and helped by data engineering.
Globalization, (davis 4) can likewise be depicted as a "movement to a more incorporated and reliant world economy" (Hill 7), has been the subject of numerous books and discourses for as far back as decade. Alongside the advancement of microchips, the Internet is maybe the most critical mechanical development of our time, assuming a significant part in the development of globalization. The Internet encouraged the development of the development to a worldwide town through the formation of less expensive, quicker and simpler method for correspondence, the procurement of an unlimited pool of data, and the extension of e-business.
The Internet gives a less expensive, speedier and simpler system for correspondence, an option that has made a "worldwide group of onlookers", as said by Renato Ruggiero, chief general of the World Trade Organization. In surveying the expense of long separation telephone calls versus that of online voice talk sessions, the Internet is substantially more moderate furthermore predominant in quality. Numerous web clients now have web Polaroid’s, receivers, and the entire product important to help this equipment. This permits clients to talk, see, and be seen by the individual they are having a discussion with. Individuals from Asia can convey discussions with Europeans, Americans or Africans in the meantime, at no additional cost on Msn Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, or MIRC. Correspondence is likewise quicker on the web. An email is sent and got by the other party in seconds, rather than customary mail, which may take months to achieve its end when sent over the sea. Hence, individuals everywhere throughout the world can stay in touch all the time, impart online regular and even impart documents. At the point when calculating in the usability of the Internet, it is not difficult to see why such a variety of people lean toward conveying thusly. In the site, they bring it out obviously that globalization gives both positive and negative impacts on social differing qualities which can have extensive effects.
The negative impact
Because of the phenomenal access to societies, a much more exte.
This proposal argues that China should host the 2030 FIFA World Cup. It provides background on China's culture, values, and traditions, noting its strong emphasis on harmony and respect. The document discusses China's growing acceptance of immigrants and foreigners as well as its LGBTQ+ community. It argues that hosting the World Cup would provide significant economic benefits through job creation and tourism. It also notes China's passion for sports and its ability to host major international events successfully. The proposal recommends China as a host due to its status as a globally developed nation that could minimize economic risks that developing countries have faced from hosting the World Cup in the past.
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The document discusses the health of Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islanders (NHPI). It notes that NHPI populations experience disproportionately higher rates of chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease and diabetes compared to other groups. Social isolation is one of the primary causes of mental health issues for some Pacific Islander communities. Maintaining strong kinship and family networks is important culturally for some Pacific Islander groups. Building healthy communities is needed to address social isolation and its negative health impacts.
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An astonishing, first-of-its-kind, report by the NYT assessing damage in Ukraine. Even if the war ends tomorrow, in many places there will be nothing to go back to.
El Puerto de Algeciras continúa un año más como el más eficiente del continente europeo y vuelve a situarse en el “top ten” mundial, según el informe The Container Port Performance Index 2023 (CPPI), elaborado por el Banco Mundial y la consultora S&P Global.
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World Cup 2014: What is really going on in Brazil?
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World Cup 2014: What is really going on in Brazil?
Alex Alves*
This June, the whole world is watching Brazil. Mostly due to the World Cup, which has
been quite enjoyable to watch. This is because Brazil is showing a very pleasant
atmosphere, with a very supportive mood.
However, it took a little longer for this spirit to arise. The country was a little
apprehensive with the Cup, much due to the demonstrations a year ago, the
infrastructure works completed a few days before the games begin, and the country's
own soccer team, which was alternating good matches with others not so much.
But then came the World Cup, with the tourists, the different movement, a cosmopolitan
atmosphere unseen in these lands, which although very racially mixed, has never seen
so many people from different nationalities living simultaneously at various points of its
vast territory.
In addition to bringing people from all around the world to travel through several of our
cities, the World Cup, with its variety of host cities, joined the Country from end to end
in a single celebration. Upon this scenario, we can refer to this tournament as the World
Cup of integration, as suggested through social networks on last June 11th, by the heads
of State of Brazil and Argentina, Dilma Rousseff and Cristina Kirchner.
Whoever travels to a sports tournament of this magnitude expects a receptive country,
warm, with a well-established structure, with good tourist attractions, restaurants and
entertainment options. And that's exactly what the tourists are finding in Brazil.
A good portion of Brazilians, however, would like to receive tourists in a country of
impeccable infrastructure, secure, technologically advanced and with a high human
development index. On these themes, despite the advances of the last two decades, there
is still a long way to go.
Therefore, is that the reason behind the somewhat bland atmosphere that has engulfed
the country in the days close to the World Cup opening ceremony, and only began
changing when the tournament actually started? It seems incomprehensible that the
population of the "soccer country" was apprehensive to celebrate this great moment
with all the honors.
In order to understand what is really happening in Brazil and come up with a good
answer, we must take into account three factors: 1) The World Cup occurs about 7 years
after the celebrated choice of Brazil as host country for the 2014 edition; 2) It takes
place a year after a series of demonstrations and protests about the quality in public
services and against excessive public spending with World Cup preparations; and 3) It
is held days prior to the beginning of the election campaign for federal and state seats,
which takes place between July and October this year.
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1) The context of the choice of Brazil as host country for the 2014 FIFA World Cup
Brazil was announced by Fifa as the host country for the 2014 World Cup in October
30th, 2007, in news rather celebrated at that point. Brazil lived the second term of the
Lula administration (who stayed in office between 2003-2006 and 2007-2010), of the
Workers Party (Partido dos Trabalhadores – PT), and lived a good situation in internal
and external policies.
This was because the administration of the former factory worker of humble origins
who reached the highest Office of the Republic – and became famous, in the backstage
of the power, as the best Human Resources Manager of Esplanade of Ministries, for
surrounding himself with qualified technicians and listening attentively to their
interlocutors – raised sympathy in Brazil and abroad.
In Brazil, the economy had days of strength and growth. Policies for social inclusion
and expansion of credit offer enabled access to consumer goods to the poorer layers of
the population; the adjustments to the civil servants and the improvement of salaries due
to the heating up of the economy enabled the middle class to spend more on luxury
goods and trips abroad; and the incentives towards the industry appealed to
entrepreneurs.
That way, Lula received great approval from the poorest families, middle class and also
the wealthiest strata of society, who benefited from the heating economy, prestige that
was just rocked with allegations of corruption or, when thwarted politically, the
President claimed to represent the poor against "the elites". Politically, for several times
it was raised the point of a constitutional amendment to allow a third term for Lula,
which was strongly rejected by the opposition and part of the public opinion.
In foreign affairs, under the lead of Chancellor Celso Amorim and with the support of
the emblematic figure of Lula, Brazil lived days of great projection. The duo sought to
expand Brazil's leadership position among the countries in Latin America and Africa,
expanding relations with countries with left-wing governments and with the old
Socialist powers, without deteriorating, however, relations with the United States and
major European countries. Brazil also went on to take a position in international
situations around the globe, living days of prominence in its diplomacy.
And then there was an expressive participation in the environmental forums, such as the
COP-15, held in 2009 in Denmark; expressive participation in the consolidation of the
G-20 as an international articulation forum, with the participation of emerging powers;
the bet of the world economists in the potential of the B of BRICS; and the two major
events of world projection for which Brazil was chosen as the host (besides the World
Cup, which takes place in various parts of the country, Rio de Janeiro will be the host
city of the 2016 Olympic Games).
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Therefore, that was a festive context, in a favorably reviewed Lula Administration, with
Brazil swiftly growing and living a moment of great international projection. When they
take notice about the choice to host the World Cup, Brazilians celebrated, as they
foresaw more investments to the Country, an increase in the number of tourists,
international projection, as well as the modernization of Brazil and general
improvement of its infrastructure, in order to be properly prepared to receive events of
that size.
2) The June 2013 Demonstrations
In June 2013, days prior and during the Confederations Cup, an event a year before the
World Cup, several demonstrations took place. The theme was initially an increase in
public transportation fares in some capitals, mainly in São Paulo, but soon the
phenomenon spread across the country, adding to the agenda of claims issues such as
combating corruption, and the lack of quality of most public services.
It was noted, in particular, a dissatisfaction of society regarding the choices of public
spending, as news stories started showing investments of billions of dollars in the
construction of stadiums built to host the games of the World Cup, at the same time
when there were several delays in infrastructure works directly or indirectly related to
the event, including, in addition to the stadiums, overpasses, light rail transit systems,
airports. In those six years, public schools and public hospitals have not gone through
significant improvements as noted by the population.
The press, politicians and society went through a period without knowing exactly how
to act about demonstrations. The press called them vandalism at a point, and then
praised the demonstrations at another. Politicians, ditto. They waited as much as they
could to take effective decisions about the way in which the State would deal with the
protests. And the population that was not involved in the demonstrations lived periods
of uncertainty, a feeling of somewhat "bad atmosphere", afraid of leaving the house to
go to work or to open their businesses due to the possibility of violence outbursts in the
protests.
President Dilma Rousseff and most State Governors, however, acted calmly, avoiding
bloodshed in large proportions, even though there have been some casualties and cases
of violence. There was also an overflow of criticism about the way both sides (the
police and protesters) have acted.
There were radicals, with more violent protests by the so-called black blocs, but most
demonstrators acted peacefully, enforcing their constitutional right of manifestation.
Gradually, the movements began diminishing, until the Country returned to its normal
routine.
Many people around the world have asked the following question: How can the
population of a Country known as the soccer country, and that has so much celebrated
earning the right to host the World Cup and the Olympics, be against the Tournament?
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In fact, the portion of the population that participated in the demonstration was not
against the World Cup, but against the moroseness in the changes in which was believed
that Brazil would have gone through until the beginning of the World Cup.
This is because, as previously mentioned, the middle class started traveling more, the
poorest, began having more access to formal education and information. The feeling of
mismatching between the gargantuan public budget, as a result of a high tax burden, and
the little perceptible improvements in the provision of public services in a country
where the middle class, in addition to taxes, pays for health care, education and
eventually private security, helped generate this dissatisfaction.
In this scenario, public services end up being intended for the lower income population,
which in turn cannot receive care at hospitals or enroll their children in public schools
without waiting in long lines. And, for several times, they will not find appropriate
services and proper infrastructure.
Therefore, the 2013 demonstrations were not against the World Cup itself - which was
very celebrated in 2007 –, or against the expenses that typically one would expect for an
event of such magnitude, but against the quality of these expenditures and the Country's
difficulty in translating investments into public services in effective results for the
population. A good portion of the people chagrined upon the thought that the Brazil that
was going to be visited by tourists in the following year wouldn't be the advanced
country that Brazilians yearned to show.
3) The joy of the Integration Cup and the elections
Yet Brazil is making a good World Cup. In the beginning with some fear, without the
same euphoria and excitement shown by the population when the Country played
tournaments in other countries. Now, halfway through the tournament, with the joy due
to many goals, the excited fans, and the expressive amount of visitors. The Brazilians
took longer to decorate their streets and cars with the Country colors, but in the end they
did it, and joined the celebration. Yet, with serenity and reflection.
Reflecting upon the ways that the Country has taken, upon the results of this cultural
feature by which the country stood out – the Brazilian way, marked by tolerance in
ethical terms –, and also for features like leaving things to the last minute, and not
planning in advance. The Country wonders what are the advantages of being the country
of Carnival and soccer, and wonders whether it would not be possible to be the Country
of also Carnival and soccer, but standing out for aspects such as the quality of public
services, which could be close to those Scandinavian welfare countries, where the tax
burden percentage resembles the Brazilian one.
The reflection was still about responsibility for the fact that the country did not achieve
the accomplishments it longed for. This cannot be credited exclusively to the
politicians, or the media, or even to any foreign power. After all, United States, China,
and Russia are strategic business partners, and certainly would only benefit from the
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improvement of Brazilian management standards. In other words, no matter how much
we struggle on this topic, the Brazilian development is its own society's responsibility.
It is true that the scope of this country desires goes through improving the quality of
public spending; the investment in quality public education; the wide awareness about
national objectives (the population doesn't know what role the Country intends to
pursue for the next 30 years, for instance); by health services regulation, due to its
increasing precariousness, even in the private network; the formation of young leaders
in politics and in the public and private sectors; the reduction of bureaucracy; the
investment in research and technology; and, mainly, the awakening of citizens for the
participation in collective institutions, like apartment building meetings, parent-teacher
discussions, clubs and associations.
And the World Cup takes place on the eve of the election period, which occurs from
July to October this year. Polls show that Rousseff, from the Workers Party (PT) is
leading with advantage, at 30% of the voting intentions, but also points out that her two
main competitors Aecio Neves, of the Brazilian Social Democracy Party (Partido da
Social Democracia Brasileira – PSDB), seen as right-wing alignment, in the range of
20%, and Eduardo Campos, of the Brazilian Socialist Party (Partido Socialista
Brasileiro – PSB), center-leftist, in the range of 10%, also have become more popular in
recent months.
The three candidates have a respectable political history. Dilma Rousseff (PT) has
participated in the resistance against the military dictatorship in the 1960's, when she
was still a student. With the redemocratization, she was an ally to Leonel Brizola and
held managerial positions in the State of Rio Grande do Sul and, in the Lula
administration, she was the Minister of Mines and Energy, and State Department (Civil
House), having been chosen as candidate for his succession at the end of Lula's second
term, when she won in the election process.
Aécio Neves (PSDB) is the grandson of Tancredo Neves, who would be the first
President of the country after the military dictatorship, but died from illness just before
he could carry out his duties. Aécio was a Congressman for four terms, even being
President of the House of Representatives; he was the Governor of the State of Minas
Gerais, becoming known for advances in the quality of public management; and is
currently a Senator from the same State.
The also Economist Eduardo Campos (PSB) is the grandson of leftist leader Miguel
Arraes. He has been a State and federal Representative, Minister of Science and
Technology in the Lula administration and the Governor of the State of Pernambuco,
also with notable progress in the quality of management and attracting investments to
the State. He has brought to his team, as candidate for Vice President, Marina Silva, a
leading environmentalist, former Senator and former Minister of Environment of the
Lula administration. Campos' party, PSB, as center-left, was always close to the PT
ideologically, but began parting ways in 2012, when they began designing their own
candidacy scenario.
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The 2013 demonstrations, the increasingly strong pressure from society towards
advances since then, and the competitive level of these numbers have made the debate
raise its level. The news already point out that candidates are surrounding themselves by
big-name coaches to develop their Government plans, and seeking to focus the debate
on specific proposals to meet the longings of the population. The theme of public
management quality pervades the programs of the three candidates.
The only threat to the advancement of Brazilian society is a discourse full of bitterness
emerging from the polarization between left and right-wing discourses, reproduced by
militants or sympathizers of parties or ideological chains in social networks, or in
debates on college campuses and workplaces, once and again using the dangerous and
counterproductive argument of class struggle and reproducing discourses dating back to
the polarization during the military regime. Those are minority layers but that end up
driving away from debate the majority of the population, entitled of balanced positions
that may at a point incline to left-wing ideologies, or sometimes more to the right.
If the various segments of the population do not join forces towards the development of
the nation, putting aside ideological differences and seeking to build a new Brazilian
way, that takes into consideration the reward for effort (no pain, no gain), meritocracy
and the respect to citizenship rights of one another, maintaining a coherent line of
incremental building regardless of the political line of Government (leftist or rightist),
Brazil will continue to be the sweet land of the future, pleasant to visit during vacations,
but with a series of points to improve to meet the desires of the people who lives inside
it.
It cannot be denied, however, that Brazil is a country with consolidated institutions and
a good degree of individual guarantees, respecting diversity and that, despite the
difficulties it faces, always keeps alive a relevant feature: the good humor of its people
to meet the challenges, in the present or in the future.
*Alex Alves is Coordinator of the Brazilian electronic NGO “Movement for Efficient
Public Administration” (Movimento Gestão Pública Eficiente – MGPE)
(www.gestaopublicaeficiente.com.br - www.facebook.com/gestaopublicaeficiente).
E-mail address: movimento@gestaopublicaeficiente.com.br.