Society FAQ: It's all about people

India overtakes China and becomes the most populous country in the World
On January 17, 2023, Chinese authorities announced that for the first time since the 1960s, the country's population in 2022 decreased by 850,000 people compared to the previous year.
Posted on January 18, 2023

Do modern people have Neanderthal genes?
Yes, modern humans actually have some Neanderthal genes! It is estimated that modern humans who are not of African ancestry have about 2-4% Neanderthal DNA in their genome.
Posted on January 1, 2023

Why are crime rates falling?
There are many potential reasons why crime rates might fall in developed countries, including social, technological, demographic and cultural factors.
Posted on January 1, 2023

Are wars always inevitable?
It is difficult to say whether wars are inevitable or not, as it depends on the specific circumstances and motivations of the parties involved; however, it is possible for people to work towards preventing or resolving conflicts peacefully, rather than resorting to war.
Posted on December 31, 2022

What is wrong with meat industry?
There are a number of issues and concerns associated with the meat industry that have been raised by animal welfare groups, environmental organizations, and public health experts.
Posted on December 25, 2022

Should LGBT couples be allowed to have children?
It is important to recognize that LGBT individuals and couples have the same rights as any other individual or couple to become parents and have children.
Posted on December 22, 2022

Why is aging population an issue? Let me explain!
An aging population refers to a situation where the proportion of older people in a society is increasing relative to the number of younger people.
Posted on December 20, 2022

Why do they wear wigs in courts?
Wigs are a traditional part of the ceremonial dress worn by judges, lawyers, and other legal professionals in some countries, including the United Kingdom, the United States, and some other common law countries.
Posted on December 19, 2022

Which jobs will not disappear in the future?
It's difficult to predict with certainty which jobs will not disappear in the future, as technological and economic changes can have unpredictable impacts on the job market.
Posted on December 18, 2022

What is Cancel Culture? The definition, the meaning, the examples!
Cancel Culture is much like a boycott — termination of support of a celebrity, a company or even a whole country which has committed a crime or made an incorrect statement.
Posted on May 16, 2022

What are World Cities? See the full list of World Cities!
World Cities, also called Global cities, are major economic, financial and cultural centers of gravity that attract millions of people, form the world agenda and influence the global economy.
Posted on February 9, 2022

Why are Japanese living longer? The simple answer!
The Japanese are the longest living nation in the world, and the reason for that is simple: the genetic tendency to live longer plus good nutrition plus top level medical care system.
Posted on December 29, 2020

Which universities have the highest number of billionaires among their alumni? Top 10 list!
There is no easy way to become a billionaire, but if you want to boost your chances to get wealthy, you should try to comlete a degree in one of these universities.
Posted on December 4, 2020

Which US cities have the highest crime rate? Here is the full list!
The crime rates vary sharply from one city to another: while some cities are absolutely quiet and cheerful, others are very dangerous to visit or stay in.
Posted on December 4, 2020

What is karma? Let me explain the meaning!
Karma is a funny Hinduist concept that can mean something like your balance in morality bank.
Posted on December 3, 2020

Love made legal: which countries allow same-sex marriage? The full list!!
As of 2020 there are 29 countries which legalized same-sex marriage, and the list is growing fast.
Posted on December 2, 2020

What does LGBTQ+ stand for? Here is the answer!
The term LGBTQ+ is a newer version of the good old LGBT abbreviation.
Posted on December 2, 2020

What is my age in days? Find out here!
If you ever wondered what's your age in days, here we come! Use this simple calculator to find out how many days have passed since you were born.
Posted on November 15, 2020

Which generation am I? The full guide to X, Y, Z, millennials etc.
In marketing and social studies it is common to divide people into generations.
Posted on November 14, 2020