The World Today Series: USA and The World describes not only what happened, but puts events in the context of the past and criticizes policy actions as appropriate. The result goes deeper than most of what appears in current publications. Updated annually and part of the renowned “World Today Series,” USA and the World presents an unusually penetrating look into America and its relationship to the rest of the world. The combination of factual accuracy and up-to-date detail along with its informed projections make this an outstanding resource for researchers, practitioners in international development, media professionals, government officials, potential investors and students. Now in its 17th edition, the content is thorough yet perfect for a one-semester introductory course or general library reference.
The USA and The World 2020-2022 provides students with vital information on these countries through a thorough and expert overview of political and economic histories, current events, and emerging trends.
The World Today Series: USA and The World describes not only what happened, but puts events in the context of the past and criticizes policy actions as appropriate. The result goes deeper than most of what appears in current publications. Updated annually and part of the renowned “World Today Series,” USA and the World presents an unusually penetrating look into America and its relationship to the rest of the world. The combination of factual accuracy and up-to-date detail along with its informed projections make this an outstanding resource for researchers, practitioners in international development, media professionals, government officials, potential investors and students. Now in its 18th edition, the content is thorough yet perfect for a one-semester introductory course or general library reference.
The World Today Series: USA and The World describes not only what happened, but puts events in the context of the past and criticizes policy actions as appropriate. The result goes deeper than most of what appears in current publications. Updated annually and part of the renowned “World Today Series,” USA and the World presents an unusually penetrating look into America and its relationship to the rest of the world. The combination of factual accuracy and up-to-date detail along with its informed projections make this an outstanding resource for researchers, practitioners in international development, media professionals, government officials, potential investors and students. Now in its 19th edition, the content is thorough yet perfect for a one-semester introductory course or general library reference.
The USA in 2023 and the history. The United States of America, commonly known as the United States or simply US, is a federal republic consisting of 50 states and a capital district. It is located in North America, bordered by Canada to the north, Mexico to the south, and the Atlantic and Pacific oceans to the east and west respectively. The US is the third largest country in the world by both land area and population.The US has a rich history, beginning with the arrival of indigenous peoples thousands of years ago. The US Constitution, adopted in 1788, is the oldest written national constitution still in use. The US system of government is a federal system, which means that power is divided between a central government and individual state governments. The US economy is one of the largest and most developed in the world. It is characterized by a capitalist system, in which private individuals and businesses own and operate the means of production, and market forces determine the prices of goods and services. The US is a leader in many industries, including technology, finance, entertainment, and agriculture. US culture is diverse and multifaceted, reflecting the country's history and the influence of immigrants from around the world. American culture is known for its emphasis on individualism, freedom, and democracy. American cuisine is also diverse, reflecting the country's various regions and ethnic groups. American sports, particularly baseball, basketball, and American football, are also popular and have a worldwide following. The US has played a dominant role in world affairs since the late 19th century. It has been involved in multiple international conflicts, including World War I and World War II. The US is also a leading member of the United Nations, and plays a major role in global politics and diplomacy. The 45 chapters of this book: Introduction The Founding of America in 1776 began with the American Revolution. The American Revolution The American Civil War The Civil Rights Movement The United States Presidency The Economy of the United States American Immigration and Multiculturalism The American foreign policy The American political system The War of 1812 The Roaring Twenties The Great Depression World War II and the USA The Cold War and the USA The Space race The Vietnam War The September 11 terrorist attacks The Iraq War The War in Afghanistan The Presidency of Barack Obama The Presidency of Donald Trump The Presidency of Joe Biden The United States Constitution The Bill of Rights The United States Supreme Court The United States Congress The United States Federal Bureau Investigation (FBI) The US military and the War with Russia The US Department of Defense The US Department of State The US department of Justice The US Department of Homeland Security The US Department of Education The US Department of Health and Human Services The US Environmental Protection Agency The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) The United States National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) The US National Park Service The US Cencus The US Postal service American Culture American Society and the American Population Tourism in America Places to visit in the USA The 50 States of America Conclusion Know everything about the USA and read this book! This is the first book of series: Collection of books: all 193 countries in 2023 and the history.
In 2011 the World Bank—with funding from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation—launched the Global Findex database, the world's most comprehensive data set on how adults save, borrow, make payments, and manage risk. Drawing on survey data collected in collaboration with Gallup, Inc., the Global Findex database covers more than 140 economies around the world. The initial survey round was followed by a second one in 2014 and by a third in 2017. Compiled using nationally representative surveys of more than 150,000 adults age 15 and above in over 140 economies, The Global Findex Database 2017: Measuring Financial Inclusion and the Fintech Revolution includes updated indicators on access to and use of formal and informal financial services. It has additional data on the use of financial technology (or fintech), including the use of mobile phones and the Internet to conduct financial transactions. The data reveal opportunities to expand access to financial services among people who do not have an account—the unbanked—as well as to promote greater use of digital financial services among those who do have an account. The Global Findex database has become a mainstay of global efforts to promote financial inclusion. In addition to being widely cited by scholars and development practitioners, Global Findex data are used to track progress toward the World Bank goal of Universal Financial Access by 2020 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The database, the full text of the report, and the underlying country-level data for all figures—along with the questionnaire, the survey methodology, and other relevant materials—are available at www.worldbank.org/globalfindex.
"The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic marks the most significant, singular global disruption since World War II, with health, economic, political, and security implications that will ripple for years to come." -Global Trends 2040 (2021) Global Trends 2040-A More Contested World (2021), released by the US National Intelligence Council, is the latest report in its series of reports starting in 1997 about megatrends and the world's future. This report, strongly influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, paints a bleak picture of the future and describes a contested, fragmented and turbulent world. It specifically discusses the four main trends that will shape tomorrow's world: - Demographics-by 2040, 1.4 billion people will be added mostly in Africa and South Asia. - Economics-increased government debt and concentrated economic power will escalate problems for the poor and middleclass. - Climate-a hotter world will increase water, food, and health insecurity. - Technology-the emergence of new technologies could both solve and cause problems for human life. Students of trends, policymakers, entrepreneurs, academics, journalists and anyone eager for a glimpse into the next decades, will find this report, with colored graphs, essential reading.
