Average happiness score across 134 countries was 5.54 points in 2022. Finland ranked highest at 7.8 points, Afghanistan lowest at 1.86 points. Data available from 2013 to 2023
Diaspora comes from ancient Greek "dia speiro" meaning "to sow over". Initially referred to Jewish population after Jerusalem's fall in 6th century BCE. Term expanded to include African diaspora in 1950s-1960s
In 2024, 1,862,626 people died in Russia, a 3.78% increase from previous year. 978,315 deaths were male, 884,311 were female
Political science is the scientific study of governance and power systems. Modern discipline emerged in late 19th century, separating from political philosophy. American Political Science Association founded in 1903. Political Science Quarterly established in 1886
Framing organizes and communicates about reality in individuals and societies. Frames can manifest in thought or interpersonal communication. People build mental filters through biological and cultural influences. Framing involves social construction of social phenomena
Malthus proposed population growth would outpace food supply in 1798. Theory predicts Malthusian catastrophe if population growth exceeds food production. Population growth leads to poverty and inequality through resource competition. Malthus advocated preventive checks like celibacy and positive checks like famine