Spanish conquerors did not themselves bring inequality to the Aztec lands they invaded, they merely built on the socio-economic structure that was already in place, adapting it as it suited their plans. This is the subject ...
Archaeology
Sep 13, 2023
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Wealthy Americans have distinct preferences regarding fairness, with a greater willingness to accept inequalities relative to the general public, according to a new University of Michigan study.
Social Sciences
Sep 7, 2023
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China, India, Indonesia, Uganda, and Vietnam are projected to be among the fastest-growing economies for the coming decade, according to researchers at the Growth Lab at Harvard University. The new growth projections presented ...
Economics & Business
Jul 28, 2023
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As the human population ages, carbon pricing policies may disproportionately harm low-income seniors, according to a study published in PNAS Nexus.
Social Sciences
Jul 19, 2023
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Studies show that consumers believe people who work hard for their money have higher incomes, are more financially literate and are more comfortable taking on prudent financial risk.
Social Sciences
Jun 12, 2023
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A safe supply of clean water is necessary for human survival—yet 2.2 billion people around the world lack access to this basic human right. A global crisis is looming on water security, which has been escalated by climate ...
Earth Sciences
May 23, 2023
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The richest countries emit more carbon dioxide than the rest of the world combined, while population is only growing in the poorest countries. These are two widespread notions that argue for focusing on reducing emissions ...
Environment
Apr 24, 2023
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In November 2022, the world crossed a milestone of 8 billion people, but a new analysis suggests the global population could peak just below 9 billion people in 2050 then start falling.
Environment
Mar 27, 2023
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People are likely exposed to thousands of airborne microplastics a year indoors, a Griffith-led study has found.
Environment
Jan 10, 2023
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More than one-third of all people in the world live in cities, towns and villages on coasts. They rely on healthy oceans for many things, including food, income, a stable climate and ready connections to nature.
Environment
Dec 8, 2022
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