The document summarizes the key causes and events of the 1926 UK General Strike. The main causes were wage cuts and poor working conditions in industries like mining, as well as high unemployment and inflation affecting the working class. The strike had initial support but the Conservative government was well-prepared and maintained essential services. The strike ultimately failed as workers could not withstand financial hardship and the government used its control over media to undermine the unions. In the aftermath, many workers had to accept worse conditions and new laws restricted future union and strike abilities.
The document discusses various BBC news coverage of international events including:
- Coverage of the invasion of Iran with a chronological timeline of events and perspectives from different authorities and citizens.
- Coverage of the Iranian Revolution using multimedia and radio reports.
- Coverage of the 9/11 attacks and criticisms of some of BBC's reporting.
- Coverage of the Haiti earthquake providing context and multimedia reports from various perspectives.
- Analysis of BBC's refusal to air an appeal for humanitarian aid in Gaza and the reaction to this decision.
The Great Depression was the worst economic downturn in the history of the industrialized world, lasting from 1929 to 1939. It began after the stock market crash of October 1929, which sent Wall Street into a panic and wiped out millions of investors. Over the next several years, consumer spending and investment dropped, causing steep declines in industrial output and employment as failing companies laid off workers. By 1933, when the Great Depression reached its lowest point, some 15 million Americans were unemployed and nearly half the country’s banks had failed.
The document provides an overview of recent news and events from around the world between May 16th and 22nd, 2020. It discusses:
1) Many countries beginning to lift lockdown restrictions as infection rates decline, while experts warn against moving too quickly;
2) The severe economic impact of the pandemic with over 20 million Americans losing their jobs in April and unemployment rates soaring globally;
3) Continued geopolitical tensions and conflicts in several regions including between India and China, Saudi Arabia and other OPEC countries reducing oil production, and disputes between the US, China, and other nations.
Part 1: The end of liberal democracies with brexit and the trump administrationAlan Kin Him Ng
In 2014, I attended my graduation ceremony at Bath, England, presided by Prince Edward. The venue was the Assembly Room of Bath, a historical place, where it not only bombed by the Luftwaffe (the German air force), but also witnessed the decline of the British Empire and the era of Pax Americana – a state of relative international peace overseen by the U.S.. Under Pax Americana, there has been a relative peaceful world after the Second World War. However, last year, the result of the referendum of Brexit (Britain leaves the European Union) and the electoral victory of Trump in the U.S. presidential election posed a double dagger to many enlightened people.
The COVID-19 pandemic led many countries to impose lockdowns that halted economic activity. This caused a contraction in the global economy estimated at 3% by the IMF, worse than the 2009 financial crisis. As some countries lift restrictions, the effects on economies are emerging, including potential changes to supply chain organization and automation, as well as impacts from disrupted migration patterns.
The document summarizes major world events that occurred in 2011, including the Arab Spring uprisings that overthrew authoritarian leaders in Tunisia, Egypt, Libya and Yemen; the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan; the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton; the killing of Osama bin Laden; terrorist attacks in Norway; train collisions in China; the European debt crisis; riots in London; floods in Thailand; and Hurricane Washi in the Philippines.
The document discusses the US withdrawal from the Kyoto Protocols which aimed to lower greenhouse gas emissions globally. It notes that while 170 countries signed the agreement, the US and Afghanistan did not under President Bush due to concerns about commitments from China and India. It also mentions Bush's proposal to reform Social Security by allowing individuals to privately invest up to $1,000 per year of their FICA taxes.
The document summarizes the key causes and events of the 1926 UK General Strike. The main causes were wage cuts and poor working conditions in industries like mining, as well as high unemployment and inflation affecting the working class. The strike had initial support but the Conservative government was well-prepared and maintained essential services. The strike ultimately failed as workers could not withstand financial hardship and the government used its control over media to undermine the unions. In the aftermath, many workers had to accept worse conditions and new laws restricted future union and strike abilities.
The document discusses various BBC news coverage of international events including:
- Coverage of the invasion of Iran with a chronological timeline of events and perspectives from different authorities and citizens.
- Coverage of the Iranian Revolution using multimedia and radio reports.
- Coverage of the 9/11 attacks and criticisms of some of BBC's reporting.
- Coverage of the Haiti earthquake providing context and multimedia reports from various perspectives.
- Analysis of BBC's refusal to air an appeal for humanitarian aid in Gaza and the reaction to this decision.
The Great Depression was the worst economic downturn in the history of the industrialized world, lasting from 1929 to 1939. It began after the stock market crash of October 1929, which sent Wall Street into a panic and wiped out millions of investors. Over the next several years, consumer spending and investment dropped, causing steep declines in industrial output and employment as failing companies laid off workers. By 1933, when the Great Depression reached its lowest point, some 15 million Americans were unemployed and nearly half the country’s banks had failed.
The document provides an overview of recent news and events from around the world between May 16th and 22nd, 2020. It discusses:
1) Many countries beginning to lift lockdown restrictions as infection rates decline, while experts warn against moving too quickly;
2) The severe economic impact of the pandemic with over 20 million Americans losing their jobs in April and unemployment rates soaring globally;
3) Continued geopolitical tensions and conflicts in several regions including between India and China, Saudi Arabia and other OPEC countries reducing oil production, and disputes between the US, China, and other nations.
Part 1: The end of liberal democracies with brexit and the trump administrationAlan Kin Him Ng
In 2014, I attended my graduation ceremony at Bath, England, presided by Prince Edward. The venue was the Assembly Room of Bath, a historical place, where it not only bombed by the Luftwaffe (the German air force), but also witnessed the decline of the British Empire and the era of Pax Americana – a state of relative international peace overseen by the U.S.. Under Pax Americana, there has been a relative peaceful world after the Second World War. However, last year, the result of the referendum of Brexit (Britain leaves the European Union) and the electoral victory of Trump in the U.S. presidential election posed a double dagger to many enlightened people.
The COVID-19 pandemic led many countries to impose lockdowns that halted economic activity. This caused a contraction in the global economy estimated at 3% by the IMF, worse than the 2009 financial crisis. As some countries lift restrictions, the effects on economies are emerging, including potential changes to supply chain organization and automation, as well as impacts from disrupted migration patterns.
The document summarizes major world events that occurred in 2011, including the Arab Spring uprisings that overthrew authoritarian leaders in Tunisia, Egypt, Libya and Yemen; the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan; the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton; the killing of Osama bin Laden; terrorist attacks in Norway; train collisions in China; the European debt crisis; riots in London; floods in Thailand; and Hurricane Washi in the Philippines.
The document discusses the US withdrawal from the Kyoto Protocols which aimed to lower greenhouse gas emissions globally. It notes that while 170 countries signed the agreement, the US and Afghanistan did not under President Bush due to concerns about commitments from China and India. It also mentions Bush's proposal to reform Social Security by allowing individuals to privately invest up to $1,000 per year of their FICA taxes.
The document summarizes 10 major news stories from 2011:
1) The Tohoku earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan in March, causing widespread damage and triggering a nuclear disaster.
2) Osama bin Laden was killed in an American raid in Pakistan.
3) Prince William married Kate Middleton in a globally watched royal wedding in London.
4) A civil war broke out in Libya between forces loyal to Gaddafi and those seeking to depose him.
5) A series of student suicides occurred at the elite Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology.
1. The document summarizes some of the major events that occurred in 2020, including the death of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani, the coronavirus pandemic, protests and unrest following the killing of George Floyd, the Beirut explosion, the US presidential election and Trump's refusal to concede, and more.
2. The coronavirus pandemic had major impacts around the world, leading to lockdowns and restrictions as the virus spread globally.
3. The killing of George Floyd by police in Minneapolis sparked widespread protests against racial inequality and police brutality in the US and other countries.
The document provides a summary of top news stories from January 13, 2014 including:
1) Orlando Quevedo was appointed as the first cardinal from Mindanao in the Philippines, where Catholics make up just over half the population.
2) At least 13 people died in floods and landslides in Mindanao caused by a low pressure area.
3) Energy Secretary Jericho Petilla said rotational blackouts were unlikely despite warnings from Manila Electric Co. about supply constraints if a court blocks a rate hike.
This powerpoint was compiled on 14 January just two days after the devastating earthquake to hit Haiti. I have purposely avoided including precise data, aware that things will change as the days pass. The presentation could be used with any year group though it is probably more suited to older students such as those preparing for EDEXCEL's A2 research unit about tectonic activity and hazards. Having seen the presentation students could be asked to explain why the death rate is likely to be so high. There are many direct and indirect factors that could be included.
My article published in Eurasia Review yesterday (March 9, 2013) has thrown some lights on how we are suffering in the world that is both leaderless and defenseless. It also gives some evidences and few suggestions that can help us to manage with.
Biden Escalates Attack on Facebook Over False Political Adsfrontmatch1
Biden's presidential campaign criticized Facebook for allowing a false political ad to run on its platform. A Russian court extended the detention of former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan, who has been charged with espionage, until the end of December. Lawyers argue that Happy, a 48-year-old elephant at the Bronx Zoo, should have the same legal rights as humans.
The document lists the top 10 events that changed the world, including the cloning of Dolly the Sheep in 1997, the 1994 Rwanda genocide that killed 800,000 people, the 2007 Virginia Tech shooting that killed 32 people, the 2003 US-led invasion of Iraq, and the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon that killed 3,000 people. The #1 event listed is the 2010 BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, which spilled 5,000 barrels of oil per day and caused extensive environmental and economic damage costing over $1 billion.
The document lists the top 10 events that changed the world, including the cloning of Dolly the Sheep in 1997, the 1994 Rwanda genocide that killed 800,000 people, the 2007 Virginia Tech shooting that killed 32 people, the 2003 US-led invasion of Iraq, and the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon that killed 3,000 people. The #1 event listed is the 2010 BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, which spilled 5,000 barrels of oil per day and caused extensive environmental and economic damage costing over $1 billion.
Dr. Neil Jordan is painting eyes on the rear ends of cows in Botswana to make it appear they have spotted lions tracking them, in order to protect the cows. A helicopter crashed at an airport in North Yorkshire, England, injuring five people with head, back, chest, and leg injuries that were not life-threatening. Britain is expected to experience a week-long heatwave with temperatures reaching 32°C, causing concerns that roads may melt and rail lines may warp.
800yearold Israel treasure tunnels built by Knights Templarlambwater09
1) The article discusses several unrelated topics, including 800-year-old tunnels built by the Knights Templar in Israel to transport gold, Brexit deal opposition in Northern Ireland, and an All Blacks rugby match.
2) It also mentions that 600 people are still missing in the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian, and that a man was allegedly taunted while dying after a brawl in Adelaide, Australia.
3) Several companies and stocks are discussed, including Hermes weathering protests in Hong Kong, a bid for the takeaway group Just Eat, and Tesla's third-quarter profits cheering investors.
Australia Slightly smaller than the U.S. contiguous 48 states, Austra.pdfveeselvakumar1
Australia Slightly smaller than the U.S. contiguous 48 states, Australia is the seventh largest
country in the world by land area. The continent of Australia is the smallest continent in the
world, including mainland Australia, its largest landmass, and surrounding islands. Australia is
rich in natural resources including opal, coal, iron ore, nickel, gold, uranium, diamonds, zinc,
silver, and rare earth minerals. Minerals including iron ore and coal contribute its largest share of
exports. 112,113 The country's earliest occupants, the Aboriginal people, now constitute less
than 3 percent of its nearly 25.69 million population. The population is ethnically very diverse:
36 percent are English, just over 33 percent are Australian, 11 percent are Irish, about 9 percent
are Scottish, and the rest are mostly Chinese, Italian, German, Greek, and Dutch. Linguistically,
the country is equally diverse. Over 72 percent of the population speaks English, but other
languages, including Mandarin, Arabic, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Italian, and Greek. are also
used. By religion, the population is predominantly Christian: approximately 23 percent are
Protestant, 23 percent are Roman Catholic, and over 4 percent represent other Christians. A third
of the population does not identify with any religion. With a median age of approximately 37
years, the largest demographic is the 25-to-54-year-old group, accounting for over 40 percent of
the population. The net migration rate ranks 11 th in the world. 114,115 The government of
Australia has been a federal parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarchy, and a
Commonwealth realm since the country gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1901.
The Prime Minister is the head of the government, and the Queen is the chief of the state. The
country follows the common law system similar to the United Kingdom. It is an open market and
a member of many bilateral and multilateral trade agreements. 116 Australia's economy has had
a remarkable run propelled by natural resources and mining booms, open trade, immigration, and
a skilled workforce. Going for nearly three decades without a recession, and even avoiding a
recession during the 2008 global financial crisis that impacted most other major economies,
Australia slipped into its first recession since 1991 in 2020 at the onset of the COVID-19
pandemic. At US\$1.36 trillion, the country's GDP fell by nearly -2.4 percent in 2020 , a greater
decline than during the 1991 recession. 11 7,118 You Be the International Management
Consultant Two of the biggest mining giants operating in Australia are BHP Group,
headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, and Rio Tinto Group, headquartered in London, in the
United Kingdom. In recent years, both firms have faced criticism over their destruction of sacred
Aboriginal sites. Jakob Stausholm, a Danish businessman, took over as the CEO of Rio Tinto in
January 2021 following the resignation of Jean-Sbastien Jacques because of the fir.
Analysis ResponsepaperEach student will complete TWO recheryllwashburn
Analysis/ Response
paper
Each student will complete TWO response papers. The purpose of this activity is to ensure that students can read, understand and analyze an academic paper. Papers are attached below. You may choose any two of the papers to analyze. Due dates are listed on the course syllabus and the rubric for the two papers is on your Moodle site. The response papers will be weighted at 20 points each, or 40% of the total grade.
PAPER ONE.
How many climate migrants will there be?
By Hannah BarnesBBC News
· 2 September 2013
If politicians are to be believed, migration caused by climate change will cause the world huge problems. One of the latest to repeat the warning is UK shadow immigration minister Chris Bryant, who, like many others before him, said 200 million people may be forced to flee their country. But how reliable is this figure?
In
a speech to the Institute for Public Policy Research
, Chris Bryant warned that millions of people around the world could be forced to leave their homes over the next few decades and move to countries less affected by environmental problems.
"If we get climate change wrong there is a very real danger we shall see levels of mass migration as yet unparalleled," he said.
"The United Nations (UN) estimates that in 2008 20 million people were displaced by climate change."
In the longer term, he said, "you can imagine that the UN estimates of 200 million such refugees, more than the total number of worldwide migrants today, may be about right".
We cannot comment in any way on the accuracy of a figure we did not produceUN spokesperson
The MP told the BBC it would be inaccurate to say he "warned that climate change will create 200 million migrants". He added, however: "It would be accurate to say that I argued that we have to tackle the push factors that affect migration such as climate change as otherwise the numbers who are made environmental refugees may reach the estimate of 200 million."
But how were these estimates calculated, and is the future really that bleak?
Let's take the 20 million first.
Alex Randall may seem on paper the kind of person who would agree with figures like this - he works for the Climate Outreach and Information Network, a charity which aims to raise awareness of climate refugees and their needs.
In fact he is critical. The 20 million figure, he suggests, is reached by "adding up all of the people who've been displaced by any kind of natural disaster and labelling them climate refugees." And that, in his view, is problematic.
More or Less: Behind the stats
Listen to More or Less on BBC Radio 4 and the World Service, or download the free podcast
Download the More or Less podcast
More stories from More or Less
"It's certainly true that climate change might be making some of those particular disasters more likely. But it's certainly not the case that we can attribute all of those individual displacements to climate change alone," Randall says.
I ...
In this slide deck, ICLR talks about the increasing challenges faced by various stakeholders -- most particularly insurers - in managing risks associated with severe weather and seismic events.Discussed is how severe weather losses are rising across Canada and around the world and what can be expected through the next decade in terms of disaster loss claims and prevention. The deck end with a discussion on ICLR's work and its efforts to help insurers and others mitigate the impact of severe weather and earthquake events.
2011 marks the end of a decade and the beginning of a new one. Let’s hope the new decade is green, peaceful and sustainable. This is our little New Year wish and greeting for those who inhabit this precious planet. You can send this e-greeting to your friends and family as well.
The document summarizes 10 major disasters from 2001 to 2013 including their impacts and costs. The September 11th attacks in 2001 killed nearly 3,000 people and cost $55 billion in physical damage and $123 billion in economic impact. Hurricane Katrina in 2005 was the costliest hurricane in U.S. history, killing 1,833 people and causing $125 billion in property damage. The 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan was the costliest natural disaster in history, with over 19,000 deaths and $210 billion in costs.
The document summarizes 10 major disasters from 2001 to 2013 including their impacts and costs. The September 11th terrorist attacks killed nearly 3,000 people and cost $55 billion in physical damage and $123 billion in economic impact. The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami killed over 174,000 people, mostly in Indonesia, and cost $6.5 billion in losses. Hurricane Katrina in 2005 was the costliest hurricane in U.S. history, causing $125 billion in damage and killing 1,833 people.
The document summarizes major world events that occurred in 2011, including the Arab Spring uprisings that overthrew authoritarian leaders in Tunisia, Egypt, Libya and Yemen; the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan; the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton; the killing of Osama bin Laden; terrorist attacks in Norway; train collisions in China; the European debt crisis; riots in London; floods in Thailand; and Hurricane Washi in the Philippines.
The document summarizes the 2005 7/7 London bombings, which involved four suicide bombers detonating explosives on the London Underground and a bus. Fifty-two people were killed and over 700 were injured. The bombers were later identified as British Muslims between ages 18-30. The bombings had significant economic, political, and social impacts in Britain and globally, including increased security measures, anti-terrorism laws, and distrust of Muslims.
In the early 21st century, the United States was the sole superpower after the fall of the Soviet Union, while China began rapidly rising. On July 7, 2005, four suicide bombers struck London's public transport system during morning rush hour, killing 52 people in the deadliest terrorist attack in the UK since 1988. The 2012 Summer Olympics took place in London and were praised for their organization, with the volunteers and military earning high praise.
Essential Tools for Modern PR Business .pptxPragencyuk
Discover the essential tools and strategies for modern PR business success. Learn how to craft compelling news releases, leverage press release sites and news wires, stay updated with PR news, and integrate effective PR practices to enhance your brand's visibility and credibility. Elevate your PR efforts with our comprehensive guide.
The document summarizes 10 major news stories from 2011:
1) The Tohoku earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan in March, causing widespread damage and triggering a nuclear disaster.
2) Osama bin Laden was killed in an American raid in Pakistan.
3) Prince William married Kate Middleton in a globally watched royal wedding in London.
4) A civil war broke out in Libya between forces loyal to Gaddafi and those seeking to depose him.
5) A series of student suicides occurred at the elite Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology.
1. The document summarizes some of the major events that occurred in 2020, including the death of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani, the coronavirus pandemic, protests and unrest following the killing of George Floyd, the Beirut explosion, the US presidential election and Trump's refusal to concede, and more.
2. The coronavirus pandemic had major impacts around the world, leading to lockdowns and restrictions as the virus spread globally.
3. The killing of George Floyd by police in Minneapolis sparked widespread protests against racial inequality and police brutality in the US and other countries.
The document provides a summary of top news stories from January 13, 2014 including:
1) Orlando Quevedo was appointed as the first cardinal from Mindanao in the Philippines, where Catholics make up just over half the population.
2) At least 13 people died in floods and landslides in Mindanao caused by a low pressure area.
3) Energy Secretary Jericho Petilla said rotational blackouts were unlikely despite warnings from Manila Electric Co. about supply constraints if a court blocks a rate hike.
This powerpoint was compiled on 14 January just two days after the devastating earthquake to hit Haiti. I have purposely avoided including precise data, aware that things will change as the days pass. The presentation could be used with any year group though it is probably more suited to older students such as those preparing for EDEXCEL's A2 research unit about tectonic activity and hazards. Having seen the presentation students could be asked to explain why the death rate is likely to be so high. There are many direct and indirect factors that could be included.
My article published in Eurasia Review yesterday (March 9, 2013) has thrown some lights on how we are suffering in the world that is both leaderless and defenseless. It also gives some evidences and few suggestions that can help us to manage with.
Biden Escalates Attack on Facebook Over False Political Adsfrontmatch1
Biden's presidential campaign criticized Facebook for allowing a false political ad to run on its platform. A Russian court extended the detention of former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan, who has been charged with espionage, until the end of December. Lawyers argue that Happy, a 48-year-old elephant at the Bronx Zoo, should have the same legal rights as humans.
The document lists the top 10 events that changed the world, including the cloning of Dolly the Sheep in 1997, the 1994 Rwanda genocide that killed 800,000 people, the 2007 Virginia Tech shooting that killed 32 people, the 2003 US-led invasion of Iraq, and the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon that killed 3,000 people. The #1 event listed is the 2010 BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, which spilled 5,000 barrels of oil per day and caused extensive environmental and economic damage costing over $1 billion.
The document lists the top 10 events that changed the world, including the cloning of Dolly the Sheep in 1997, the 1994 Rwanda genocide that killed 800,000 people, the 2007 Virginia Tech shooting that killed 32 people, the 2003 US-led invasion of Iraq, and the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon that killed 3,000 people. The #1 event listed is the 2010 BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, which spilled 5,000 barrels of oil per day and caused extensive environmental and economic damage costing over $1 billion.
Dr. Neil Jordan is painting eyes on the rear ends of cows in Botswana to make it appear they have spotted lions tracking them, in order to protect the cows. A helicopter crashed at an airport in North Yorkshire, England, injuring five people with head, back, chest, and leg injuries that were not life-threatening. Britain is expected to experience a week-long heatwave with temperatures reaching 32°C, causing concerns that roads may melt and rail lines may warp.
800yearold Israel treasure tunnels built by Knights Templarlambwater09
1) The article discusses several unrelated topics, including 800-year-old tunnels built by the Knights Templar in Israel to transport gold, Brexit deal opposition in Northern Ireland, and an All Blacks rugby match.
2) It also mentions that 600 people are still missing in the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian, and that a man was allegedly taunted while dying after a brawl in Adelaide, Australia.
3) Several companies and stocks are discussed, including Hermes weathering protests in Hong Kong, a bid for the takeaway group Just Eat, and Tesla's third-quarter profits cheering investors.
Australia Slightly smaller than the U.S. contiguous 48 states, Austra.pdfveeselvakumar1
Australia Slightly smaller than the U.S. contiguous 48 states, Australia is the seventh largest
country in the world by land area. The continent of Australia is the smallest continent in the
world, including mainland Australia, its largest landmass, and surrounding islands. Australia is
rich in natural resources including opal, coal, iron ore, nickel, gold, uranium, diamonds, zinc,
silver, and rare earth minerals. Minerals including iron ore and coal contribute its largest share of
exports. 112,113 The country's earliest occupants, the Aboriginal people, now constitute less
than 3 percent of its nearly 25.69 million population. The population is ethnically very diverse:
36 percent are English, just over 33 percent are Australian, 11 percent are Irish, about 9 percent
are Scottish, and the rest are mostly Chinese, Italian, German, Greek, and Dutch. Linguistically,
the country is equally diverse. Over 72 percent of the population speaks English, but other
languages, including Mandarin, Arabic, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Italian, and Greek. are also
used. By religion, the population is predominantly Christian: approximately 23 percent are
Protestant, 23 percent are Roman Catholic, and over 4 percent represent other Christians. A third
of the population does not identify with any religion. With a median age of approximately 37
years, the largest demographic is the 25-to-54-year-old group, accounting for over 40 percent of
the population. The net migration rate ranks 11 th in the world. 114,115 The government of
Australia has been a federal parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarchy, and a
Commonwealth realm since the country gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1901.
The Prime Minister is the head of the government, and the Queen is the chief of the state. The
country follows the common law system similar to the United Kingdom. It is an open market and
a member of many bilateral and multilateral trade agreements. 116 Australia's economy has had
a remarkable run propelled by natural resources and mining booms, open trade, immigration, and
a skilled workforce. Going for nearly three decades without a recession, and even avoiding a
recession during the 2008 global financial crisis that impacted most other major economies,
Australia slipped into its first recession since 1991 in 2020 at the onset of the COVID-19
pandemic. At US\$1.36 trillion, the country's GDP fell by nearly -2.4 percent in 2020 , a greater
decline than during the 1991 recession. 11 7,118 You Be the International Management
Consultant Two of the biggest mining giants operating in Australia are BHP Group,
headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, and Rio Tinto Group, headquartered in London, in the
United Kingdom. In recent years, both firms have faced criticism over their destruction of sacred
Aboriginal sites. Jakob Stausholm, a Danish businessman, took over as the CEO of Rio Tinto in
January 2021 following the resignation of Jean-Sbastien Jacques because of the fir.
Analysis ResponsepaperEach student will complete TWO recheryllwashburn
Analysis/ Response
paper
Each student will complete TWO response papers. The purpose of this activity is to ensure that students can read, understand and analyze an academic paper. Papers are attached below. You may choose any two of the papers to analyze. Due dates are listed on the course syllabus and the rubric for the two papers is on your Moodle site. The response papers will be weighted at 20 points each, or 40% of the total grade.
PAPER ONE.
How many climate migrants will there be?
By Hannah BarnesBBC News
· 2 September 2013
If politicians are to be believed, migration caused by climate change will cause the world huge problems. One of the latest to repeat the warning is UK shadow immigration minister Chris Bryant, who, like many others before him, said 200 million people may be forced to flee their country. But how reliable is this figure?
In
a speech to the Institute for Public Policy Research
, Chris Bryant warned that millions of people around the world could be forced to leave their homes over the next few decades and move to countries less affected by environmental problems.
"If we get climate change wrong there is a very real danger we shall see levels of mass migration as yet unparalleled," he said.
"The United Nations (UN) estimates that in 2008 20 million people were displaced by climate change."
In the longer term, he said, "you can imagine that the UN estimates of 200 million such refugees, more than the total number of worldwide migrants today, may be about right".
We cannot comment in any way on the accuracy of a figure we did not produceUN spokesperson
The MP told the BBC it would be inaccurate to say he "warned that climate change will create 200 million migrants". He added, however: "It would be accurate to say that I argued that we have to tackle the push factors that affect migration such as climate change as otherwise the numbers who are made environmental refugees may reach the estimate of 200 million."
But how were these estimates calculated, and is the future really that bleak?
Let's take the 20 million first.
Alex Randall may seem on paper the kind of person who would agree with figures like this - he works for the Climate Outreach and Information Network, a charity which aims to raise awareness of climate refugees and their needs.
In fact he is critical. The 20 million figure, he suggests, is reached by "adding up all of the people who've been displaced by any kind of natural disaster and labelling them climate refugees." And that, in his view, is problematic.
More or Less: Behind the stats
Listen to More or Less on BBC Radio 4 and the World Service, or download the free podcast
Download the More or Less podcast
More stories from More or Less
"It's certainly true that climate change might be making some of those particular disasters more likely. But it's certainly not the case that we can attribute all of those individual displacements to climate change alone," Randall says.
I ...
In this slide deck, ICLR talks about the increasing challenges faced by various stakeholders -- most particularly insurers - in managing risks associated with severe weather and seismic events.Discussed is how severe weather losses are rising across Canada and around the world and what can be expected through the next decade in terms of disaster loss claims and prevention. The deck end with a discussion on ICLR's work and its efforts to help insurers and others mitigate the impact of severe weather and earthquake events.
2011 marks the end of a decade and the beginning of a new one. Let’s hope the new decade is green, peaceful and sustainable. This is our little New Year wish and greeting for those who inhabit this precious planet. You can send this e-greeting to your friends and family as well.
The document summarizes 10 major disasters from 2001 to 2013 including their impacts and costs. The September 11th attacks in 2001 killed nearly 3,000 people and cost $55 billion in physical damage and $123 billion in economic impact. Hurricane Katrina in 2005 was the costliest hurricane in U.S. history, killing 1,833 people and causing $125 billion in property damage. The 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan was the costliest natural disaster in history, with over 19,000 deaths and $210 billion in costs.
The document summarizes 10 major disasters from 2001 to 2013 including their impacts and costs. The September 11th terrorist attacks killed nearly 3,000 people and cost $55 billion in physical damage and $123 billion in economic impact. The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami killed over 174,000 people, mostly in Indonesia, and cost $6.5 billion in losses. Hurricane Katrina in 2005 was the costliest hurricane in U.S. history, causing $125 billion in damage and killing 1,833 people.
The document summarizes major world events that occurred in 2011, including the Arab Spring uprisings that overthrew authoritarian leaders in Tunisia, Egypt, Libya and Yemen; the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan; the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton; the killing of Osama bin Laden; terrorist attacks in Norway; train collisions in China; the European debt crisis; riots in London; floods in Thailand; and Hurricane Washi in the Philippines.
The document summarizes the 2005 7/7 London bombings, which involved four suicide bombers detonating explosives on the London Underground and a bus. Fifty-two people were killed and over 700 were injured. The bombers were later identified as British Muslims between ages 18-30. The bombings had significant economic, political, and social impacts in Britain and globally, including increased security measures, anti-terrorism laws, and distrust of Muslims.
In the early 21st century, the United States was the sole superpower after the fall of the Soviet Union, while China began rapidly rising. On July 7, 2005, four suicide bombers struck London's public transport system during morning rush hour, killing 52 people in the deadliest terrorist attack in the UK since 1988. The 2012 Summer Olympics took place in London and were praised for their organization, with the volunteers and military earning high praise.
Similar to What major events happened in 2020? (20)
Essential Tools for Modern PR Business .pptxPragencyuk
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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.
El informe CPPI utiliza dos enfoques metodológicos diferentes para calcular la clasificación del índice: uno administrativo o técnico y otro estadístico, basado en análisis factorial (FA). Según los autores, esta dualidad pretende asegurar una clasificación que refleje con precisión el rendimiento real del puerto, a la vez que sea estadísticamente sólida. En esta edición del informe CPPI 2023, se han empleado los mismos enfoques metodológicos y se ha aplicado un método de agregación de clasificaciones para combinar los resultados de ambos enfoques y obtener una clasificación agregada.
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.
Here is Gabe Whitley's response to my defamation lawsuit for him calling me a rapist and perjurer in court documents.
You have to read it to believe it, but after you read it, you won't believe it. And I included eight examples of defamatory statements/
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1. What major events happened in
2020?
Covid-induced economic crisis
Hardly any country has been spared the brunt of the covid
pandemic. Over 77 million people worldwide have been infected, and the
number of deaths has crossed 1.7 million.
The economic impact of the pandemic will take a long time to mitigate.
According to an estimate by ILO, an equivalent of 400 million full-time
jobs were lost worldwide. Income of workers had fallen 10 per cent by
September 2020, equivalent to a loss of over $3.5 trillion.
Global stock markets saw their fastest decline in history in
February-March, with the worst sessions seeing 12-13% falls.
Overall, this is the worst global economic crisis since the Great
Depression of the 1930s .
watch video : Covid-induced
Biden trumps Trump
The US presidential election of 2020 will be remembered, among other
things, for the ugly slugfest between the Republican and Democratic
camps.
Covid, economy, a divided society... Trump has ensured that Biden has
his hands full when he moves into the Oval office.
On the diplomatic front, Biden needs to rebuild a few burnt bridges, and
also check Beijing's growing clout in a multi-polar world.
His announcements of taking the US back into WHO and the Paris
climate accord are reassuring, especially at a time when global bodies are
stretched for funds.
watch video : < Biden trumps Trump >
2. West Asia peace initiatives
Israel and some Arab states set aside their historical baggage of
intolerance and took a few baby steps toward normalising relations.
Israel signed a peace agreement with UAE brokered by the US, and
followed up with similar deals with Bahrain, Sudan and Morocco.
Saudi Arabia too is believed to have opened back-channel diplomacy to
ease tensions with Tel Aviv.
That, seen in a larger geopolitical perspective of the region, leaves Iran
out in the cold. Tehran has not softened its rhetoric towards Israel, and
will keenly observe the next moves of countries in its neighbourhood
watch video : < West Asia peace initiatives >
Black Lives Matter
The anti-racism Black Lives Matter movement has existed in the US
since 2013. But the Minneapolis George Floyd incident of May 25 imparted
a momentum like never before.
The US witnessed more than 4,700 demonstrations, on an average of
140 per day, during the month following the incident.
Protests peaked on June 6, when half a million people turned out in
nearly 550 places across the United States. By some estimates, the
participation was better than during the civil rights marches of the 1960s.
watch video : < Black Lives Matter >
UK exits EU
Britain formally withdrew from the European Union at 11 pm GMT on Jan
31. But it wasn't until Christmas that the two sides could reach a trade
agreement.
Studies have shown that the UK's GDP might drop up to 4.5%, and per
capita income up to 10%.
3. Some financial firms have already moved parts of their business out of
UK to avoid possible post-Brexit disruptions
watch video : < UK exits EU >
All work(ed up) and no play
Blockbuster sports rivalries, normally played out before choc-a bloc
stands, being staged in empty arenas! Yes, 2020 saw that happen too.
Limited sporting activities resumed with strict Covid protocols after a
(presumed) thaw in the virus spread, but spectators, barred from the
grounds, were the biggest losers.
Or were they? It was no better for the players themselves, so used to
being appreciated with a thunderous roar from the galleries for every
moment of on-field brilliance.
The Summer Olympics were postponed for the first time since World
War II, Wimbledon cancelled, and IPL was forced to find a temporary
home in the UAE.
watch video : < All work(ed up) and no play >
Australia's worst natural disaster
While Australia is no stranger to summer bushfires, quite nothing
compares to the ones in the 2019-20 season. With an estimated damage
of over $103 billion, this was Australia's worst ever natural disaster.
Nearly 186,000 sq km area was burnt, and over a billion wild animals
killed in the fires that raged from July 2019 to March 2020. Nearly 25,000
koalas on Kangaroo island, a major wildlife conservatory in South
Australia, are believed to have perished.
New South Wales was the worst affected province, with 26 fatalities.
watch video : < Australia's worst natural disaster >
4. Beirut blast
A huge explosion shook Lebanon's capital Beirut on August 4, resulting
in deaths of over 200 people. Nearly 2,750 tonnes of unsafely stored
ammonium nitrate exploded at a storehouse near Beirut port.
The blast was felt in Turkey, Syria, Israel, parts of Europe, and was
heard in Cyprus, more than 240 km away.
It was detected by the US Geological Survey as a seismic event of
magnitude 3.3, and is being called one of the most powerful non-nuclear
explosions in history.
watch video : < Beirut blast >
Iran downs civilian plane
On January 8, a Ukrainian passenger plane flying to Kyiv was shot down
shortly after take off from Tehran airport by Iranian Islamic Revolutionary
Guard Corps. All 176 passengers on the plane were killed.
Initially, Iran denied responsibility for the incident. However, it later
admitted that its forces shot down the civilian plane, mistaking it for a
hostile object.
The incident happened amidst a standoff between Washington and
Tehran.
watch video : < Iran downs civilian plane >
Megxit
In January, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced their decision to
'step back as senior members' of the British Royal family. The event was
dubbed 'Megxit,' a wordplay on the name 'Meghan' and 'exit, possibly
inspired by 'Brexit.'
The ex-royals have announced their intentions to become financially
independent and split time between the UK and North America.