SOCIAL CHANGE

Nov 08 2025BUSINESS

Money Troubles: The Coming Storm in Chinese Families

China is facing a big problem. It's not just about getting richer. It's about getting older. This mix is causing a lot of worry. Soon, there will be a huge transfer of wealth from one generation to the next. But it won't be like the fancy dramas we see on TV. In China, many families are not super rich. They have some money, but not billions. So, when parents pass th...

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

Germany's Mental Health Journey: A Work in Progress

Germany's approach to mental health care has evolved significantly since the 1970s. The initial push for change led to a decentralized system, with local communities taking the lead. This shift was driven by a desire to move away from institutional care and towards more personalized, community-based support. In the 1980s, self-help groups and community involvement b...

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Apr 12 2025SCIENCE

White Americans: Five Ways to Handle Identity in a Changing World

White Americans are facing a new reality. They are being forced to think about their racial identity more than ever before. This is due to significant social changes happening in the United States. A recent study looked into how white Americans handle their identity in these changing times. The study used a new method to measure how people manage their advantaged ide...

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Mar 01 2025SPORTS

Sports Stars: What We Can Learn From Their Leadership

Sports stars do more than just play games. They also show us how to lead. You might be surprised by the leadership skills they have. These skills can help us in our daily lives. Let's look at some of these skills. First, sports stars show us how to adapt. They face challenges all the time. They have to change their strategies to win. This is a big part of leadership...

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Nov 15 2024CRIME

The Evolving View of Female Violence in West Germany

For a long time, women committing serious crimes were somewhat ignored in statistical studies. Traditional forensics mostly focused on male offenders, assuming men were the primary threat. However, things started to change in West Germany during the 1960s. More female scientists began analyzing female criminality, driven by the women's movement and critical criminolo...

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