GLOBAL INFLUENCE

Feb 09 2025SCIENCE

The Truth About Animal Rights Misunderstandings

The Universal Declaration of Animal Rights (UDAR), created in 1977, is often mistakenly referenced in scientific research. This global document, inspired by human rights, is meant to set standards for how people should treat animals. It was shared widely the following year in 1978 and has been reworked twice - once in 1989 and again in 2018. Despite its efforts, the ...

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Feb 08 2025POLITICS

What's the Big Deal About the US and World Politics?

The US is the global heavyweight, so what happens in Washington matters as geopolitics is akin to a game of thrilling chess. At first glance, the influence is simple. The US is the world's most powerful country, like Rome during its prime, but today’s world is much more interconnected. The real kicker is technology. Weapons and military might have evolved, leaving ...

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

China's New Friends: What Trump's Return Means for Global Ties

As former U. S. President Donald Trump makes his way back to the political scene, China is noticing a shift among some of America's longstanding allies. Nations like Japan, India, and the United Kingdom are starting to cozy up to China, looking for better diplomatic and trade relationships. This change is driven by the unpredictability of Trump's policies and stateme...

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