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Pickleball, a sport characterized by its low barriers to entry and short learning curve, proved an ideal, low-impact activity for older participants as well as a fun, socially distant activity during the pandemic. This unprecedented surge in popularity, unlike that of any sport to date, marks a profound transformation in America’s larger sporting landscape. The rise of pickleball is projected to continue its remarkable growth, posing exciting business opportunities for brands, investors, and professional and recreational players alike. Continue Reading

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While the Nordic model may not be completely suitable for other countries, or even sustainable in the long-term, it can still inform our understanding of how other regions around the world can be improved. Key ingredients for its success thus far, such as social cohesion and low levels of inequality, are phenomena to study, and potentially emulate, that could benefit individuals worldwide.Continue Reading

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Blue economies provide a sustainable way forward for developing countries and island economies to formalize their institutions and industries. Seeing as Africa is in desperate need of ensuring its economic growth, a good blue economy framework would establish Africa as an international trade hub and help global supply chains.Continue Reading

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If you think that Western imperialist powers have actually relinquished control over their former African colonies, think again. Even after many Western nations supposedly granted their colonies independence in the mid-20th century, they still continue to exploit the vast mineral and natural wealth of Africa and exert de facto influence over the continent’s financial systems.Continue Reading