French caricature (from 1885): German chancelor Bismarck divides the African continent among the colonial powers. Credit: AKG/Picture AllianceThe concept of development was introduced during the colonial era. European countries began to colonize 'non-European' countries. According to Philip McMichael, colonialism is "the subjugation of one culture through physical and psychological tactics by another- a colonizing...
The illustration reprents the separation from the State and the Church. Credit: RUBÉN ALEJANDRO MOREROWhen early man examined natural happenings, he was determined to find an explanation. Knowledge for natural phenomena, as well as the desire to control them, pushed our forefathers to seek refuge in the concept of a supernatural power, which evolved...
When physicians give medical advice, do we listen or disregard it?Typically a visit to our family doctor or internist places us in anticipation of obtaining some advice regarding improving our well-being. In the world of general medicine, the advice is usually to consume much healthier foods, shed some weight, and work out more. After...
Progressive leaders need to take on a hybrid-first model for most staff.Marvin, the CEO of a 4,000-employee company, is troubled to work alone and expected a return to the office after the pandemic. Nonetheless, his company's hiring of managers to prepare for the post-pandemic recuperation revealed the trend on job arrangement preferences, showing that...
Both kids and also adults are vulnerable to sleep issues connected with video gaming.Do you have any gamers in your family? Odds are, whether you have kids or otherwise, the answer is, of course. Video games are incredibly trendy with both kids and also adults. As well as during the pandemic, the appeal of...
New research shows a moral predisposition favoring beautiful people and things.Consider a room filled with a diverse array of animals and goods, such as baboons, butterflies, Botticelli paintings, and more. How should you choose what to keep from the menagerie and masterpieces if a disaster struck, forcing a quick departure of the accommodation?Philosophical statements...
Illustration of Mansa Musa's caravan. Credit: SutoriAccording to the 2019 Forbes billionaires list, announced in March 2019, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is the wealthiest individual on the planet. With a fortune of around $131 billion (99 billion), he is the richest man in modern history. He is not, however, the wealthiest individual who has...
Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany (center), wearing a Pickelhaube, inspects troops during World War. Credit: Library of CongressThe nation's Pickelhaube helmet, distinguished by a single spike protruding directly from its top, became an icon of Prussian militarism during the early twentieth century. based on appearance, the prominent spike appears to have served no use;...
Plans to measure the impact of historical research as if it were a science will undoubtedly mean fewer history books that delight the general reader.The kind of history books that delight most readers probably incorporate original research with elegant, easily accessible prose: possibly a book such as Christopher Clark’s The Sleepwalkers or Lyndal Roper’s...
Credit: European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines & HealthcareThe rise of laboratory science in the late 19th century placed a sharp focus on the moral value of medical innovation.'Modern medical science has offered us a choice where there was once none.' So stated John Simon at the International Medical Congress in London...
