Category: Around-The-Globe
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From Bolívar’s Breadbasket to Petro-State Collapse: A History and Future of the Venezuelan Economy
(note: this does not cover very recent events! Chapter 8 covers from 2023 though, which is useful.. Also, this is AI generated, which may be correct, but also may get plenty wrong..) Chapter 1: Seeds of Fortune: Venezuela Before Oil – Agriculture, Trade, and the Birth of a Nation 2. Trade and Commerce in Pre-Oil…
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History: Baba Yaga
Table of Contents Introduction: More Than Just a Witch in the Woods Introduction: More Than Just a Witch in the Woods The figure of the witch is a deeply embedded archetype in Western consciousness, often conjured as a cackling, green-skinned crone in a pointed hat, flying on a broomstick against a full moon. This image,…
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Science: Tropical flowers and fragrance
The smells of tropical versus non-tropical (temperate and other climate zone) flowers differ significantly in intensity, composition, and ecological function, shaped by evolutionary pressures, pollinator availability, and environmental conditions. This in-depth comparison explores the biology, chemistry, and ecological roles behind floral scents across climate zones. 🌺 TROPICAL FLOWERS: SCENT CHARACTERISTICS AND ECOLOGICAL CONTEXT 1. Do…