Frankish kingdom faced challenges from diverse peoples and aristocratic power. Carolingian dynasty gained dominance through palace mayors. Carolingians became "rulers by the grace of God" under Pippin III. Religious renewal and intellectual revival were emerging
Focuses on sustainable governance and responsible Arctic development. Prioritizes Arctic communities, including Indigenous peoples. Aims to protect environment and mitigate climate change impacts. Focuses on socio-economic development and sustainable infrastructure. Plans to strengthen Arctic Council's effectiveness and collaboration
Born in 1961 in Santa Monica to Jerry and Joann Buss. Became general manager of Los Angeles Strings at age 19. Graduated from USC with business degree
Born in Portland in 1938 to lawyer Bill Knight. Graduated from University of Oregon in 1959 with business degree. Earned MBA from Stanford University in 1962
Born in Boston in 1961, granddaughter of Fidelity's founder Edward C. Johnson II. Graduated from William Smith College in 1984 with art history degree. Completed MBA at Harvard Business School in 1988
Born in 1947, joined Democratic Center party in 1979. Became chairman of Grupo ACS, Spain's largest construction company. Served as secretary-general of Democratic Reformist Party from 1986