Tranquillity, turmoil and chaos for international business
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The degree of turmoil in countries all over the world is indicated on a map of the world. Turmoil is defined as discontent and problems which include large-scale protests, general strikes, riots, terrorism, guerrilla warfare, war between states, and disorder resulting from government reaction.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1999
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The US population race
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Issues are presented concerning the population changes which have occurred in the US through the migration of people to high-tech areas such as Seattle and the Silicon Valley. The effect of rising affluence on demography is discussed.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 2000
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The roots of homocide
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The American history of slavery and the white antebellum 'culture of honor' formed the basis of the high rate of homocide in the US versus world rates. Gun ownership and traditions are also blamed.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 2000
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