Though the traditional practice of colonialism has ended, over 2 million people in 17 “non-self-governing territories,” scattered around the globe continue to live under virtual colonial rule, according to theUnited Nations. Rather than being self-governed, the indigenous populations of these 17 ...
Chapter 1. geography, people and language. Think and talk. Do you know the full name of Britain? Do you know the geographical features of this country? Do you know its major cities, London, Ed…
What was India's name before independence? Most countries in Southwest Asia and North Africa had achieved independence by which decade? Which South American country is not independent? What was the first African state to achieve independence from Europe? What was the colonial government of New Spai...
Britain had been an empire which included the colonies in Canada, India and many small states in the West Indies. During the mid-19th century, the British government consolidated the existing colonies by bringing them under the direct control of the government. By the end of the 19th ...
In 1995, I decided to come back to Sri Lanka to serve the country as much as possible, among other reasons. I applied and got the appointment as the Director of the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute (SLFI) through a competitive interview. It was a great institute with many capabilities and ...
At about age 3 years, the foundling home children had average heights and weights expected for children aged 1.5 years. The developmental status of the nursery infants did not differ significantly from a control group of infants raised at home. Moreover, the mortality rate for infants in the ...
Ironically, the cancellation arguably brought far more attention to the band and their music than it would have had the concert gone ahead. In fact, for period of time on Spotify in the days following the ban, Watain had more listeners from Singapore compared to any other country in the ...
The country celebrated its independence from colonial rule. 14 Independent Free from external control or influence. She has always been an independent thinker. 13 Independence The state of having self-government. The colony's struggle for independence was long and arduous. 10 Independent Not depending...
Most people in the United States automatically equate November withPilgrims & “Indians”and Thanksgiving, and while the tide ofcognizant adultsis turning, there are still millions of people in the USA who do not acknowledge our country’s horrific, genocidal,colonial history. I’ve written about...
When the 16th Amendment was passed, only a small number of very wealthy individuals were expected to pay federal tax—as the country expanded and the population grew, it became necessary to collect more taxes as the government (and expenses) broadened to match the federal programs being implement...