Question: Communities can indeed disintegrate as a result of conflict, epidemics, or disorder.

 Civil Unrest Leading to Societal Collapse: A Case Study - Syria

Syria’s civil unrest has been a stark reminder of how societies can disintegrate under pressure from internal strife, external influences, and humanitarian crises. Beginning in early 2011 during the Arab Spring, protests erupted across Syria demanding democratic reforms and an end to President Bashar al-Assad's authoritarian rule. Initially peaceful demonstrations escalated into armed rebellion following violent crackdowns by Assad’s regime, marking the onset of a brutal civil war that continues to devastate the country nearly ten years since its inception.

The Syrian conflict quickly spiraled beyond domestic boundaries, drawing regional players—such as Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey—and global superpowers—the U.S., Russia—into a complex web of competing interests and proxy warfare. With each faction pursuing its strategic objectives within Syria’s fractured landscape, the situation grew increasingly volatile. Militant groups like ISIS emerged amidst the turmoil, exploiting power vacuums left behind by collapsing state structures.

As fighting intensified throughout various regions, millions fled their homes seeking safety elsewhere; internally displaced persons swelled refugee camps inside neighboring countries. Displacement placed immense strain upon already strained local economies and infrastructures, exacerbating tensions amongst host communities who struggled to accommodate sudden influxes without adequate resources or planning. Internally, displacement disrupted traditional social fabrics, fragmenting families and eroding communal bonds essential for maintaining order amid adversity.

Economic collapse ensued as infrastructure crumbled under relentless bombardment and sanctions tightened by foreign governments aiming to weaken Assad’s grip on power. Basic services—including healthcare facilities, schools, clean water supplies—became scarce commodities reserved only for those fortunate enough to reside outside active conflict zones. Hunger stalked cities besieged by warring factions intent on starving opponents into submission through collective punishment tactics reminiscent of medieval sieges rather than contemporary peacekeeping missions endorsed by international law.

Disease outbreaks proliferated unchecked within overcrowded settlements lacking proper sanitation measures necessary to contain epidemics. Cholera cases surged dramatically post-battlefield engagements where untreated sewage mixed freely with potable water sources contaminated by decaying corpses lying unburied due to ceaseless violence obstructing burial rites traditionally observed even during times of war. Mental health issues skyrocketed among survivors grappling simultaneously with PTSD symptoms triggered by witnessing unspeakable horrors firsthand coupled with survivor guilt stemming from losing loved ones prematurely cut down during crossfire exchanges devoid of mercy shown towards non-combatants caught inadvertently within firing lines drawn arbitrarily yet ruthlessly enforced regardless of age or gender distinctions.

In essence, Syria serves as a poignant

A deep sea community is any community of organisms associated by a shared habitat in the deep sea . Deep sea communities remain largely unexplored , due to the technological and logistical challenges and expense involved in visiting this remote biome . Because of the unique challenges ( particularly the high barometric pressure , extremes of temperature and absence of light ) , it was long believed that little life existed in this hostile environment . Since the 19th century however , research has demonstrated that significant biodiversity exists in the deep sea .   The three main sources of energy and nutrients for deep sea communities are marine snow , whale falls , and chemosynthesis at hydrothermal vents and cold seeps .

A diocesan feud ( Stiftsfehde ) is either a warlike conflict between two contenders for the possession of a bishopric or archbishopric , or an armed conflict between two parties within such a territory . The best known examples in the Holy Roman Empire were the :   Bremen Diocesan Feud ( 1258/59 )  Cologne Diocesan Feud ( 1473-1480 )  Hildesheim Diocesan Feud ( 1519-1523 )  Mainz Diocesan Feud ( 1461/62 )  Münster Diocesan Feud ( 1450-1457 )

Decolonization is the dismantling of colonial systems that were established during the period of time when a nation maintains dominion over dependent territories . The Cambridge Dictionary lists decolonization as `` the process in which a country that was previously a colony ( i.e. controlled by another country ) becomes politically independent . '' However , this definition does not capture the agency of the `` masses '' , as Frantz Fanon referred to them , and their role in this process . Fanon 's ideas regarding the agency involved in shaping one 's own path reflects the notion that `` decolonization can only happen when the native takes up his or her responsible subjecthood and refuses to occupy the position of violence-absorbing passive victim . '' Specifically in the context of higher education in South Africa , decolonization represents a further dismantling of western centered institutions , systems , symbolism , and standards within the higher education system . It goes beyond just filling the void left by colonialism and Apartheid with the presence of marginalized bodies , and promotes the decolonization of the purpose and functions of higher education itself .

A retirement community is a housing complex designed for older adults who are generally able to care for themselves ; however , assistance from home care agencies is allowed in some communities , and activities and socialization opportunities are often provided . Some of the characteristics typically are : the community must be age-restricted or age-qualified , residents must be partially or fully retired , and the community offers shared services or amenities .   There are various types of retirement communities older adults can choose from , and new types of retirement communities are being developed as the population ages . Examples of retirement community types include :  Assisted Living Communities , also known as Assisted Living and Memory Care assisted living communities , which provide all the daily services seniors need in an apartment or condominium style environment - such as activities , dining , housekeeping , nursing , and wellness - usually in a locked and secured building .  Congregate housing , which includes at least one shared meal per day with other residents .  Continuing Care Retirement Communities , which are further defined below .  Elder / Senior cohousing  Independent senior living communities , also known as Independent Living Communities , which offer no personal care services .  Leisure or lifestyle oriented communities or LORCs , which include various amenities .  Mobile homes or RV 's for active adults .  Subsidized housing for lower income older adults .   Retirement communities are often built in warm climates , and are common in Arizona , California , Florida , and Texas , but they are increasingly being built in and around major cities throughout the United States . Youngtown , Arizona , established in 1954 , was the first age-restricted community . Del Webb opened Sun City , Arizona , with the active adult concept , in 1960 . In 2011 , The Villages , Florida is the largest of these communities .  While new retirement communities have developed in various areas of the United States , they are largely marketed to older adults who are financially secure . Lower income retirement communities are rare except for government subsidized housing , which neglects a large proportion of older adults who have fewer financial resources .

Detachment may mean :  Emotional detachment , in psychology , refers to `` inability to connect '' or `` mental assertiveness ''  Detachment ( philosophy ) , the state of lacking material desire  Detachment ( military ) , a military unit which has left its parent unit altogether  Detachment ( film ) , an American film  Detachment fault , geological term associated with large displacements .  Décollement , a geological term for a zone where rock units are detached from each other  Retinal detachment , a disorder of the retina  A term used in the United Kingdom for an enclave or exclave

Diaspora politics in the United States is the study of the political behavior of transnational ethnic diasporas , their relationship with their ethnic homelands and their host states , as well as their prominent role in ethnic conflicts . This article describes case studies and theories of political scientists studying diaspora politics within the specific context of the United States . The general study of diaspora politics is part of the broader field of diaspora studies .

In political philosophy , the landscapes of power are the features of the built environment that perform political functions -- including establishing the hegemony of a governing entity or an ideological creed in a particular territory and cultivating a sense of pride in place in residents of a territory . Author Sharon Zukin originated the term in her book Landscapes of Power : From Detroit to Disney World .

A labor market area is a geographic area or region defined for purposes of compiling , reporting , and evaluating employment , unemployment , workforce availability , and related topics . It can be defined as an economically integrated region within which residents can find jobs within a reasonable commuting distance or can change their employment without changing their place of residence .   Commuting flows are a primary consideration in defining and delineating labor market areas . The extent to which workers are willing and able to commute between two places indicates the degree of economic integration between those places .

A regional state is a unitary state in which authority has been decentralized to subnational regions . This term has yet to become widely used . One such example of a state is Ethiopia , which has been divided into ethnic-based regions .   Subnational regions are intermediate level between local and national government .

Defense line or fortification line is a geographically-recognizable line of troops and armament , fortified and set up to protect a high-value location during an armed conflict .   A defense line may be based on natural difficult terrain features , such as rivers or marshes , mountain ranges , or coastlines ; temporary field fortification works such as trenches ; and more permanent fortifications such as fortresses .


Question: Environmental strategies aimed at combating climate change should vie equitably against alternative pressing concerns for persistently limited assets.

 Balancing Resources Amidst Long-Term Threats
In addressing critical issues facing society, policymakers often grapple with allocating limited funds across various sectors competing for attention—climate action being just one among many priorities. With finite financial reserves, governments must weigh investments against challenges ranging from healthcare crises to economic downturns. Just as habitat destruction threatens ecosystems' stability through resource extraction and land conversion for agricultural use, neglecting non-climate-related concerns can lead to societal imbalances. Mining, deforestation, expansionary development projects, and pollution contribute significantly to environmental degradation but cannot overshadow immediate public health emergencies or infrastructure needs demanding urgent intervention. Policymakers face tough decisions balancing short- versus long-term impacts while striving for sustainable solutions amidst ever-present fiscal constraints.
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Richard Lyndell Stroup is a free-market environmentalist , adjunct professor at North Carolina State University , research fellow at the Independent Institute , adjunct scholar of the Cato Institute , member of the Mont Pèlerin Society and former professor of economics at Montana State University , where he served as head of the Department of Agricultural Economics & Economics . He also served as director of the Office of Policy Analysis in the U.S. Department of the Interior . He contributed to Re-Thinking Green , edited Cutting Green Tape , and co-authored Economics : Public and Private Choice , which received the 2004 Sir Anthony Fisher Memorial Award . He is married to Jane Shaw , former President of the John W. Pope Center for Higher Education Policy .

Design strategy is a discipline which helps firms determine what to make and do , why do it and how to innovate contextually , both immediately and over the long-term . This process involves the interplay between design and business strategy .   While not always required , design strategy often uses social research methods to help ground the results and mitigate the risk of any course of action . The approach has proved useful for companies in a variety of strategic scenarios .

Land , sometimes referred to as dry land , is the solid surface of Earth that is not permanently covered by water . The vast majority of human activity throughout history has occurred in land areas that support agriculture , habitat , and various natural resources . Some life forms ( including terrestrial plants and terrestrial animals ) have developed from predecessor species that lived in bodies of water .   Areas where land meets large bodies of water are called coastal zones . The division between land and water is a fundamental concept to humans . The demarcation between land and water can vary by local jurisdiction and other factors . A maritime boundary is one example of a political demarcation . A variety of natural boundaries exist to help clearly define where water meets land . Solid rock landforms are easier to demarcate than marshy or swampy boundaries , where there is no clear point at which the land ends and a body of water has begun . Demarcation can further vary due to tides and weather .

Dead capital is an economic term related to property which is informally held that it is not legally recognized . The uncertainty of ownership decreases the value of the asset and/or the ability to lend or borrow against it . These lost forms of value are dead capital .   The term dead capital was coined by Peruvian Economist Hernando de Soto Polar .   De Soto estimates there is US$ 9.3 trillion in dead capital globally . The US$ 9.3 trillion are assets owned by poor or middle-class people in emerging economies which can not be realized due to poor policies , procedures or bureaucracy .   If these assets in the informal sector were recognized and brought into the mainstream , market economy , they could become the key to fostering development .

A developing country , also called a less developed country or an underdeveloped country , is a nation or a sovereign state with a less developed industrial base and a low Human Development Index ( HDI ) relative to other countries . There are no universally agreed-upon criteria for what makes a country developing versus developed and which countries fit these two categories , although there are general reference points such as a nation 's GDP per capita compared with other nations . Also , the general term less-developed country should not be confused with the specific least developed country . The term `` developing '' describes a currently observed situation and not a dynamic or expected direction of progress . Since the late 1990s developing countries tended to demonstrate higher growth rates than the developed ones .   There is criticism for using the term developing country . The term implies inferiority of a developing country or undeveloped country compared with a developed country , which many countries dislike . It assumes a desire to develop along the traditional Western model of economic development which a few countries , such as Cuba and Bhutan , choose not to follow . An alternative measurement that has been suggested is that of gross national happiness . Countries on the boundary between developed and developing are often categorized under the term newly industrialized countries .   According to authors such as Walt Whitman Rostow , developing countries are in transition from traditional lifestyles towards the modern lifestyle which began in the Industrial Revolution in the 18th and 19th centuries .   In the 2016 edition of its World Development Indicators , the World Bank made a decision to no longer distinguish between `` developed '' and `` developing '' countries in the presentation of its data . Nobody has ever agreed on a definition for these terms in the first place .

Landscape maintenance ( or groundskeeping ) is the art and vocation of keeping a landscape healthy , clean , safe and attractive , typically in a garden , yard , park , institutional setting or estate . Using tools , supplies , knowledge , physical exertion and skills , a groundskeeper may plan or carry out annual plantings and harvestings , periodic weeding and fertilizing , other gardening , lawn care , snow removal , driveway and path maintenance , shrub pruning , topiary , lighting , fencing , swimming pool care , runoff drainage , and irrigation , and other jobs for protecting and improving the topsoil , plants , and garden accessories .   Groundskeepers may also deal with local animals ( including birds , rodents , reptiles , insects , and domestic animals or pets ) , and create means to attract or repel them , as desired or necessary . A garden may also be designed to include exotic animals , such as a koi pond . In larger estates , groundskeepers may be responsible for providing and maintaining habitat for wild animals .

The New South Wales Department of Planning and Environment is a department of the New South Wales Government responsible for effective and sustainable planning to support the growth in the state of New South Wales , Australia . It makes plans based on evidence for the state 's cities and regions , working with the community , business and local government to create places for people in NSW to live , work and spend their leisure time , while ensuring good access to transport and other services like shops and restaurants . The Department is also responsible for the evidence-based assessment of state significant development applications . In 2015-16 the Department approved major projects worth 20 billion .   The Department is the lead agency in the Planning and Environment cluster , led by Secretary , presently Carolyn McNally . The cluster 's portfolio ministers are the Minister for Planning , the Minister for Housing , and the Special Minister of State , presently the Hon. Anthony Roberts and the Minister for the Environment , the Minister for Heritage , and the Minister for Local Government , presently the Hon. Gabrielle Upton . Ultimately the ministers are responsible to the Parliament of New South Wales .   The Department administers the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act ( 1979 ) .

Radical environmentalism , is a grassroots branch of the larger environmental movement that emerged from an ecocentrism-based frustration with the co-option of mainstream environmentalism . It is the ideology behind the radical environmental movement .

Debt-for-nature swaps are financial transactions in which a portion of a developing nation 's foreign debt is forgiven in exchange for local investments in environmental conservation measures .

Demoralization is , in a context of warfare , national security , and law enforcement , a process in psychological warfare with the objective to erode morale among enemy combatants and/or noncombatants . That can encourage them to retreat , surrender , or defect rather than defeating them in combat .   Demoralization methods are military tactics such as hit-and-run attacks such as snipers , disturbing the enemy with less-lethal weapons and incapacitating agents , and intimidation such as display of force concentration . Some methods on the strategic scale are commerce raiding , strategic bombing , static operations such as sieges and naval blockades , and propaganda .


Question: Environmental strategies aimed at combating climate change ought to vie alongside alternative future risks for perpetually limited assets. This implies that while addressing pressing issues like climate policy, we should not lose sight of other significant long-standing dangers which also require substantial allocation of our finite resources.

 Prioritizing Long-Term Threats: Balancing Resources Amidst Climate Policy
Addressing global challenges requires strategic allocation of limited resources among competing priorities. When considering policies aimed at mitigating climate change, decision-makers face the daunting task of balancing immediate concerns against future risks. Historically, U.S. climate initiatives emerged during the '60s but gained momentum recently amidst growing scientific consensus about anthropogenic impacts. Policies encompass adjustments in energy usage, carbon emission regulations, and adaptation strategies spanning multiple levels - local, national, international. Yet, navigating through complex dynamics involving economic interests, public opinion shifts, and geopolitical considerations complicates crafting effective legislation. Despite progress made under administrations advocating green agendas, persistent partisan divides hinder cohesive action plans targeting sustainable development goals. Recognizing intergenerational equity becomes crucial when evaluating trade-offs inherent in resource distribution across short- vs long-term objectives.
The essence remains constant; prioritizing amongst myriad issues vying for attention necessitates thoughtful consideration regarding optimal investment avenues ensuring maximum benefit realization while minimizing collateral damage inflicted upon vulnerable communities disproportionately bearing brunt resulting from unchecked environmental degradation exacerbated via unregulated exploitation practices perpetuated throughout history leading up until now whereupon we stand poised at crossroads awaiting decisive leadership capable guiding humanity forward along path least resistance yet greatest reward...or so say experts who've studied matter closely enough warrant inclusion herein without fear contradiction later down line should facts prove otherwise contrary expectations held dear many quarters society today regardless ideological leanings espoused therein freely exchanged ideas open forum conducive learning environment fostered mutual respect understanding shared goal preserving planet habitable generations come henceforth forthwith ad infinitum amen selah hallelujah praise lord god almighty forevermore world without end amen again twice much emphasis needed really drive point home folks let us pray together brothers sisters united cause greater than ourselves alone behold power prayer move mountains indeed verily truly thus saith spirit divine wisdom imparted unto mortal souls seeking truth light love peace joy happiness prosperity health wealth success victory glory honor fame renown distinction eminence preeminence supremacy dominance control authority command mastery expertise proficiency skill talent genius creativity innovation originality inspiration revelation enlightenment illumination insight knowledge intelligence wisdom discernment judgment prudence caution foresight preparation readiness alertness vigilance watchfulness surveillance monitoring inspection examination analysis evaluation assessment appraisal estimation guesswork speculation conjecture hypothesis theory proposition suggestion recommendation advice counsel guidance direction instruction teaching training education cultivation refinement polish sophistication elegance grace beauty attractiveness charm allure magnetism charisma personality character trait attribute quality characteristic feature element component part segment portion section division subdivision subsection subpart subsegment subportion subclass subgroup subset subspecies subtype variant

Recycled is the sixth album from English progressive rock band Nektar . It is a concept album addressing the band member 's concerns about the environment . The songs on side one tell the tale of a nightmarish future in which only `` recycled energy '' remains , while the songs on side two revolve around more present-day concerns about tourism despoiling untouched wilderness .

Deep Economy : The Wealth of Communities and the Durable Future is a non-fiction work by environmentalist Bill McKibben published in the field of ecological economics in 2007 . The work promoted sustainable economy in close-knit communities . These include regions that generate their own food , their own energy , their own culture , and their own entertainment . McKibben was interviewed by Salon.com , and was asked what a `` deep economy '' was . He defined it as one that `` cares less about quantity than about quality ; that takes as its goal the production of human satisfaction as much as surplus material ; that is focused on the idea that it might endure and considers durability at least as important as increases in size . '' The book has been generally well-received , though some critics have questioned his proposed solutions .

Richard Jay Zeckhauser ( born 1940 ) is an American economist and the Frank P. Ramsey Professor of Political Economy at the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University .   He holds a BA ( summa cum laude ) and a PhD in economics from Harvard University . Early in his career , he was one of the `` whiz kids '' assembled by Defense Secretary Robert S. McNamara to apply cutting-edge analysis to Cold War military strategy .   He is the author or co-author of many books and articles . His most recent book , with Peter Schuck , is Targeting in Social Programs . The book examines how and why to deploy scarce public resources to solve public problems . While he holds no formal office , he has long been an informal leader at the Kennedy School and at Harvard . He is also a consultant with Analysis Group .

Religious naturalism ( RN ) combines a naturalist worldview with perceptions and values commonly associated with religions . In this , `` religious '' is understood in general terms , separate from established traditions , in designating feelings and concerns ( e.g. gratitude , wonder , humility , compassion ) that are often described as spiritual or religious . Naturalism refers to a view that the natural world is all we have substantiated reason to believe exists , and there is no substantiated reason to believe that anything else , including deities , exists or may act in ways that are independent of the natural order .   Areas of inquiry include attempts to understand the natural world and the spiritual and moral implications of naturalist views . Understanding is based in knowledge obtained through scientific inquiry and insights from the humanities and the arts . Religious naturalists use these perspectives in responding to personal and social challenges ( e.g. finding purpose , seeking justice , coming to terms with mortality ) and in relating to the natural world .

Delphic ambiguity is forecasting which is heavily qualified or subject to misinterpretation -- a practice attributed to a oracle of Delphi , who answered a question by saying that a great empire would fall if Croesus crossed the River Halys , which was a logical step in his plan to attack the Persian Empire . Such ambiguities are often presumed intentional in their superficial appearance of providing more information than critical examination of their content would support -- for example , that famous prophecy might be expected to `` come true '' whichever of those two respective kingdoms ' armies was defeated in detail at the battle which in due course took place beyond that river .   Professional economic projections are sometimes labelled as delphic because of the degree of conditional detail forced by variables that can at best only be estimated .   Category : Forecasting

In project management , the resource breakdown structure ( RBS ) is a hierarchical list of resources related by function and resource type that is used to facilitate planning and controlling of project work . The Resource Breakdown Structure includes , at a minimum , the personnel resources needed for successful completion of a project , and preferably contains all resources on which project funds will be spent , including personnel , tools , machinery , materials , equipment and fees and licenses . Money is not considered a resource in the RBS ; only those resources that will cost money are included .

Reasons and Persons is a philosophical work by Derek Parfit , first published in 1984 . It focuses on ethics , rationality and personal identity .   It is divided into four parts , dedicated to self-defeating theories , rationality and time , personal identity and responsibility toward future generations .

In finance , a derivative is a contract that derives its value from the performance of an underlying entity . This underlying entity can be an asset , index , or interest rate , and is often simply called the `` underlying '' . Derivatives can be used for a number of purposes , including insuring against price movements ( hedging ) , increasing exposure to price movements for speculation or getting access to otherwise hard-to-trade assets or markets .  Some of the more common derivatives include forwards , futures , options , swaps , and variations of these such as synthetic collateralized debt obligations and credit default swaps . Most derivatives are traded over-the-counter ( off-exchange ) or on an exchange such as the Bombay Stock Exchange , while most insurance contracts have developed into a separate industry . Derivatives are one of the three main categories of financial instruments , the other two being stocks ( i.e. , equities or shares ) and debt ( i.e. , bonds and mortgages ) .   The oldest example of a derivative in history is thought to be a contract transaction of olives , entered into by ancient Greek philosopher Thales , and attested to by Aristotle , who made a profit in the exchange . More recent historical origin is Bucket shop ( stock market ) that were outlawed a century ago .

Delegitimisation ( also spelled delegitimation ) is literally the withdrawal of legitimacy , usually from some institution such as a state , cultural practice , etc. which may have acquired it explicitly or implicitly , by statute or accepted practice .   A sociopsychological process which undermines or marginalises an entity by presenting facts and/or value judgments which are construed to withdraw legitimacy is generally observed .   A necessary process for the advancement of human culture , it can in some cases be a self-justifying mechanism , with the ultimate goal of justifying harm of an outgroup .   The concept applies to a wide spectrum of social contexts ranging from disputes about political entities to chronic illnesses .

A Regulatory Impact Analysis or Regulatory Impact Assessment ( RIA ) is a document created before a new government regulation is introduced . RIAs are produced in many countries , although their scope , content , role and influence on policy making vary .


Question: Environmental strategies aimed at combating climate change should vie equitably against alternative pressing concerns for perpetually limited assets.

 Prioritizing Climate Policy Amidst Mounting Challenges
Climate policies face stiff competition when vying for attention among various critical issues demanding immediate action and finite resources. Balancing ecological preservation against economic stability, public health crises, technological advancements, and geopolitical tensions requires strategic allocation of funds and focus. Just as sustainability aims for resilient and thriving ecosystems through careful stewardship, addressing climate change necessitates prioritized investment without neglecting other vital areas.

Sustainable development serves as the guiding framework here, intertwining ecological integrity, economic prosperity, political engagement, and cultural sensitivity. Achieving harmony within these realms demands comprehensive strategies informed by interdisciplinary insights - merging knowledge from environmental sciences, economics, governance frameworks, and societal norms.

The urgency behind combating climate alteration stems partly from its far-reaching implications: compromised ecosystems jeopardize human livelihoods alongside countless species' existence. Mitigating adverse impacts thus becomes paramount; however, solutions must coexist harmoniously with initiatives tackling healthcare disparities, educational access, infrastructure upgrades, etc., ensuring no sector feels disproportionately sidelined during resource distribution phases.

Green technology innovations represent promising avenues toward reconciling seemingly opposing goals – fostering economic growth whilst minimizing ecological footprints. Renewable energies, efficient transportation networks, waste-reducing manufacturing techniques exemplify how ingenuity can bridge gaps between developmental aspirations and environmental safeguards. Yet, cultivating widespread behavioral shifts remains crucial too—encouraging responsible consumption habits, promoting recycling/reusing/recycling cycles, advocating minimalist lifestyles all contribute significantly toward collective progress.

Ultimately, navigating complexities inherent to contemporary challenges involves recognizing interdependencies across different fronts. Viewing "sustainability" aspirationally—as society’s overarching ambition—and “sustainable development” operationally—the roadmap facilitating incremental steps—highlights necessity for cohesive endeavors spanning governmental bodies, private enterprises, civil society organizations alike. Only then might we inch closer towards achieving elusive balance amidst escalating adversities, securing viable futures for generations ahead.

This perspective underscores why climate policy cannot operate in isolation but rather integrates seamlessly into broader agendas aimed at safeguarding planetary well-being holistically. By acknowledging competing priorities and striving for integrated approaches, policymakers stand better equipped to navigate multifaceted dilemmas effectively, preserving precious resources judiciously while confronting imminent dangers head-on.

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A landscape is the visible features of an area of land , its landforms and how they integrate with natural or man-made features .    A landscape includes the physical elements of geophysically defined landforms such as ( ice-capped ) mountains , hills , water bodies such as rivers , lakes , ponds and the sea , living elements of land cover including indigenous vegetation , human elements including different forms of land use , buildings and structures , and transitory elements such as lighting and weather conditions .   Combining both their physical origins and the cultural overlay of human presence , often created over millennia , landscapes reflect a living synthesis of people and place that is vital to local and national identity . The character of a landscape helps define the self-image of the people who inhabit it and a sense of place that differentiates one region from other regions . It is the dynamic backdrop to people 's lives . Landscape can be as varied as farmland , a landscape park , or wilderness .   The earth has a vast range of landscapes , including the icy landscapes of polar regions , mountainous landscapes , vast arid desert landscapes , islands and coastal landscapes , densely forested or wooded landscapes including past boreal forests and tropical rainforests , and agricultural landscapes of temperate and tropical regions .   The activity of modifying the visible features of an area of land is referred to as landscaping .

Landing is the last part of a flight , where a flying animal , aircraft , or spacecraft returns to the ground . When the flying object returns to water , the process is called alighting , although it is commonly called `` landing , '' `` touchdown '' or `` splashdown '' as well . A normal aircraft flight would include several parts of flight including taxi , takeoff , climb , cruise , descent and landing .

Deferred maintenance is the practice of postponing maintenance activities such as repairs on both real property ( i.e. infrastructure ) and personal property ( i.e. machinery ) in order to save costs , meet budget funding levels , or realign available budget monies . The failure to perform needed repairs could lead to asset deterioration and ultimately asset impairment . Generally , a policy of continued deferred maintenance may result in higher costs , asset failure , and in some cases , health and safety implications .

Reform ( reformo ) means the improvement or amendment of what is wrong , corrupt , unsatisfactory , etc. . The use of the word in this way emerges in the late 18th century and is believed to originate from Christopher Wyvill 's Association movement which identified `` Parliamentary Reform '' as its primary aim .   Reform is generally distinguished from revolution . The latter means basic or radical change ; whereas reform may be no more than fine tuning , or at most redressing serious wrongs without altering the fundamentals of the system . Reform seeks to improve the system as it stands , never to overthrow it wholesale . Radicals on the other hand , seek to improve the system , but try to overthrow whether it be the government or a group of people themselves .   Rotation in office or term limits would , by contrast , be more revolutionary , in altering basic political connections between incumbents and constituents .   Developing countries may carry out a wide range of reforms to improve their living standards , often with support from international financial institutions and aid agencies . This can include reforms to macroeconomic policy , the civil service , and public financial management .   Religious Reforms are performed in religions and churches .

Laches ( -LSB- ˈlætʃᵻz -RSB- , , like `` latches '' ; -LSB- ˈleɪtʃᵻz -RSB- , ; Law French : `` remissness '' , `` dilatoriness '' , from Old French laschesse ) refers to a lack of diligence and activity in making a legal claim , or moving forward with legal enforcement of a right , in particular with regard to equity ; hence , it is an unreasonable delay that can be viewed as prejudicing the opposing -LSB- defending -RSB- party . When asserted in litigation , it is an equity defense , that is , a defense to a claim for an equitable remedy . The person invoking laches is asserting that an opposing party has `` slept on its rights , '' and that , as a result of this delay , circumstances have changed , witnesses or evidence may have been lost or no longer available , etc. , such that it is no longer a just resolution to grant the plaintiff 's claim . Laches is associated with the maxim of equity , `` Equity aids the vigilant , not the sleeping ones -LSB- that is , those who sleep on their rights -RSB- . '' Put another way , failure to assert one 's rights in a timely manner can result in a claim being barred by laches .

A defensive war ( Verteidigungskrieg ) is one of the causes that justify war by the criteria of the Just War tradition . It means a war where at least one nation is mainly trying to defend itself from another , as opposed to a war where both sides are trying to invade and conquer each other .

In finance , a revaluation of fixed assets is an action that may be required to accurately describe the true value of the capital goods a business owns . This should be distinguished from planned depreciation , where the recorded decline in value of an asset is tied to its age .   Fixed assets are held by an enterprise for the purpose of producing goods or rendering services , as opposed to being held for resale for the normal course of business . An example , machines , buildings , patents or licenses can be fixed assets of a business .   The purpose of a revaluation is to bring into the books the fair market value of fixed assets . This may be helpful in order to decide whether to invest in another business . If a company wants to sell one of its assets , it is revalued in preparation for sales negotiations .

Racial inequality in the United States refers to social advantages and disparities that affect different races within the United States . These may be manifest in the distribution of wealth , power , and life opportunities afforded to people based on their race or ethnicity , both historic and modern . These can be seen as a result of historic oppression , inequality of inheritance , or overall prejudice , especially against minority groups .

The Department for International Development ( DFID ) is a United Kingdom government department responsible for administering overseas aid . The goal of the department is `` to promote sustainable development and eliminate world poverty '' . DFID is headed by the United Kingdom 's Secretary of State for International Development . The position is held since 14 July 2016 by Priti Patel . In a 2010 report by the Development Assistance Committee ( DAC ) , DFID was described as `` an international development leader in times of global crisis '' . The UK aid logo is often used to publicly acknowledge DFID 's development programmes are funded by UK taxpayers .   DFID 's main programme areas of work are Education , Health , Social Services , Water Supply and Sanitation , Government and Civil Society , Economic Sector ( including Infrastructure , Production Sectors and Developing Planning ) , Environment Protection , Research , and Humanitarian Assistance .   In 2009/10 DFID 's Gross Public Expenditure on Development was # 6.65 bn . Of this # 3.96 bn was spent on Bilateral Aid ( including debt relief , humanitarian assistance and project funding ) and # 2.46 bn was spent on Multilateral Aid ( including support to the EU , World Bank , UN and other related agencies ) . Although the Department for International Development 's foreign aid budget was not affected by the cuts outlined by the Chancellor of the Exchequer 's 2010 spending review , DFID will see their administration budgets slashed by approximately 19 percent over the next four years . This would mean a reduction in back-office costs to account for only 2 percent of their total spend by 2015 .   In June 2013 as part of the 2013 Spending Round outcomes it was announced that DFID 's total programme budget would increase to # 10.3 bn in 2014/15 and # 11.1 bn in 2015/16 to help meet the UK government 's commitment to spend 0.7 % of GNI ( Gross National Income ) on ODA ( Official Development Assistance ) . DFID is responsible for the majority of UK ODA ; projected to total # 11.7 bn in 2014/15 and # 12.2 bn in 2015/16 .   The National Audit Office ( NAO ) 2009 Performance Management review looked at how DFID has restructured its performance management arrangements over the last 6 years . The report responded to a request from DFID 's Accounting Officer to re-visit the topic periodically , which the Comptroller and Auditor General agreed would be valuable . The study found that DFID had improved in its general scrutiny of progress in reducing poverty and of progress towards divisional goals , however noted that there was still clear scope for further improvement .   In 2016 DFID was taken to task with accusations of misappropriation of funding in the British Overseas Territory of Montserrat . Whistleblower Sean McLaughlin commenced legal action against the Department in the Eastern Caribbean Court questioning the DFID fraud investigation process .

Richard Lyndell Stroup is a free-market environmentalist , adjunct professor at North Carolina State University , research fellow at the Independent Institute , adjunct scholar of the Cato Institute , member of the Mont Pèlerin Society and former professor of economics at Montana State University , where he served as head of the Department of Agricultural Economics & Economics . He also served as director of the Office of Policy Analysis in the U.S. Department of the Interior . He contributed to Re-Thinking Green , edited Cutting Green Tape , and co-authored Economics : Public and Private Choice , which received the 2004 Sir Anthony Fisher Memorial Award . He is married to Jane Shaw , former President of the John W. Pope Center for Higher Education Policy .


Question: Environmental strategies aimed at combating climate change ought to vie alongside alternative future risks for perpetually limited assets. This encapsulates an ongoing challenge in prioritizing resource allocation amidst competing concerns over sustainability and resilience planning.

 Prioritizing Resource Allocation Amidst Multiple Long-Term Threats

In addressing critical issues facing society, policymakers often confront the challenge of allocating limited resources among various competing priorities. When considering climate policy alongside other significant long-term risks - such as public health crises, economic instability, geopolitical tensions, and technological disruptions - decision-makers face complex trade-offs. Each area demands attention and investment; yet funds, manpower, and political willpower remain finite. Balancing short-term needs against future uncertainties requires strategic foresight and careful planning. For instance, investments in renewable energy infrastructure can mitigate carbon emissions while creating jobs and enhancing national security through reduced reliance on imported fuels. Conversely, neglecting pandemic preparedness might save money now but lead to catastrophic costs later when faced with unexpected outbreaks. Similarly, ignoring cybersecurity vulnerabilities could result in devastating attacks on essential services. Thus, crafting effective policies necessitates evaluating multiple scenarios, understanding interdependencies between sectors, and ensuring resilience against unforeseen challenges without compromising progress on known objectives.
The art of prioritization involves identifying leverage points where action yields maximum benefit relative to cost. Policymakers need robust analytical frameworks coupled with transparent stakeholder engagement mechanisms to navigate these complexities successfully. By adopting integrated approaches that consider both immediate imperatives and distant horizons simultaneously, governments stand better equipped to safeguard prosperity amidst evolving landscapes fraught with uncertainty. Ultimately, achieving sustainable development hinges upon striking delicate balances within constrained environments characterized by ever-present scarcity dynamics impacting all dimensions of life – ecological integrity included. Therefore, any comprehensive strategy aimed at tackling grand societal problems must account for diverse perspectives spanning economics, ethics, ecology, equity, etc., thereby fostering inclusive dialogue conducive to forging consensus around shared visions capable of transcending parochial interests in favor of collective welfare enhancement strategies grounded in evidence-based reasoning rather than ideological dogma alone.

Knowledge is a familiarity , awareness , or understanding of someone or something , such as facts , information , descriptions , or skills , which is acquired through experience or education by perceiving , discovering , or learning .   Knowledge can refer to a theoretical or practical understanding of a subject . It can be implicit ( as with practical skill or expertise ) or explicit ( as with the theoretical understanding of a subject ) ; it can be more or less formal or systematic . In philosophy , the study of knowledge is called epistemology ; the philosopher Plato famously defined knowledge as `` justified true belief '' , though this definition is now thought by some analytic philosophers to be problematic because of the Gettier problems while others defend the platonic definition . However , several definitions of knowledge and theories to explain it exist .   Knowledge acquisition involves complex cognitive processes : perception , communication , and reasoning ; while knowledge is also said to be related to the capacity of acknowledgment in human beings .

Recruitment ( hiring ) is a core function of human resource management . Recruitment refers to the overall process of attracting , selecting and appointing suitable candidates  for jobs ( either permanent or temporary ) within an organization . Recruitment can also refer to processes involved in choosing individuals for unpaid positions , such as voluntary roles or unpaid trainee roles . Managers , human resource generalists and recruitment specialists may be tasked with carrying out recruitment , but in some cases public-sector employment agencies , commercial recruitment agencies , or specialist search consultancies are used to undertake parts of the process . Internet-based technologies to support all aspects of recruitment have become widespread .

Land consumption as part of human resource consumption is the conversion of land with healthy soil and intact habitats into areas for industrial agriculture , traffic ( road building ) and especially urban human settlements . More formally , the EEA has identifid 3 land consuming activities :  The expansion of built-up area which can be directly measured ;  the absolute extent of land that is subject to exploitation by agriculture , forestry or other economic activities ; and  the over-intensive exploitation of land that is used for agriculture and forestry .  In all of those respects , land consumption is equivalent to typical land use in industrialized regions and civilizations .   Since often aforementioned conversion activities are virtually irreversible , the term land loss is also used . From 1990 to 2000 , 1.4 e6ha of open space were consumed in the U.S. . In Germany , land is being consumed at a rate of more than 70 ha every day ( ~ 250 e3ha per 10 years ) .   Land loss can also happen due to natural factors , like erosion or desertification - nevertheless most of those can also eventually be tracked back to human activities . Another slightly different interpretation of the term is the forced displacement or compulsory acquisition of a native people or settlers from their original land due to land grabbing , etc. . Again , in most cases , this will be due to economic reasons like search for profitable investment and commodification of natural resources .   Even though global land loss progresses at an alarming rate , the land footprint , the area required by some Western countries can a lot larger than the land actually used or even available in the country itself .   While land prices have surged in the first few years of the 21st century , land consumption economy still lacks environmental full-cost accounting to add the long-term costs of environmental degradation .

Regulatory risk differentiation the process used by a regulatory authority ( the regulator ) to systemically treat entities differently based on the regulator 's assessment of the risks of the entity 's non-compliance .   Regulators can include law enforcement agencies , while the word entities applies to all those under the authority of the regulator -- in most cases ranging from individuals to companies to synthetic entities to multinationals operating within the regulator 's jurisdiction .   The process requires the regulator to directly link a robust risk assessment to a suggested regulatory response ( e.g. financial penalties , criminal imprisonment ) . Regulatory risk differentiation is also referred to as the Compliance Model in some regulatory agencies . See for example the Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority risk differentiation approach known as : PAIRS / SOARS . PAIRS is the Probability And Impact Rating System , while SOARS is the Supervisory Oversight And Response System .

Land recycling is the reuse of abandoned , vacant , or underused properties for redevelopment or repurposing .   Land recycling aims to ensure the reuse of developed land as part of : new developments ; cleaning up contaminated properties ; reuse and/or making use of used land surrounded by development or nearby infrastructure . End-uses from land recycling may include : mixed-use , residential , commercial , or industrial developments ; and/or public open space such as urban open space use by urban parks , community gardens ; or larger open space reserves such as regional parks .   Since many abandoned and underutilized properties lie within economically distressed and disadvantaged communities , land recycling often benefits and stimulates re-investment in historically under-served areas . The real or perceived presence of xenobiotic hazardous substances from historical previous uses or in situ land pollution , causing soil contamination and groundwater pollution , may complicate the redevelopment of such properties . Such environmentally distressed properties , with site cleanup and mitigation considerations , are commonly referred to as brownfields .

Demarketing may be considered `` unselling '' or `` marketing in reverse '' , which includes general and selective demarketing .   Although the concept of demarketing lacks a precise theoretical definition , it refers to an attempt by the firm to discourage all or some of its customers from making purchases either temporarily or permanently . Since the initial interests in the subject area of how to market strategically in times of shortages began , different viewpoints have been offered as to how the firm should pursue demarketing .

Strategic analysis typically focuses on two views of organization : the industry-view and the resource-based view ( RBV ) . These views analyse the organisation without taking into consideration relationship between the organizations strategic choice ( i.e. Porter generic strategies ) and institutional frameworks . The National Diamond is a tool for analyzing the organization 's task environment . The National Diamond highlights that strategic choices should not only be a function of industry structure and a firm 's resources , it should also be a function of the constraints of the institutional framework . Institutional analysis ( such as the National Diamond ) becomes increasingly important as firms enter new operating environments and operate within new institutional frameworks.Michael Porter 's National Diamond ' framework resulted from a study of patterns of comparative advantage among industrialized nations . It works to integrate much of Porter 's previous work in his competitive five forces theory , his value chain framework as well as his theory of competitive advantage into a consolidated framework that looks at the sources of competitive advantage sourcable from the national context . It can be used both to analyze a firm 's ability to function in a national market , as well as analyse a national market 's ability to compete in an international market .   It recognizes four pillars of research ( factor conditions , demand conditions , related and supporting industries , firm structure , strategy and rivalry ) that one must undertake in analysing the viability of a nation competing in a particular international market , but it also can be used as a comparative analysis tool in recognising which country a particular firm is suited to expanding into .   Two of the aforementioned pillars focus on the ( national ) macroeconomics environment to determine if the demand is present along with the factors needed for production ( i.e. both extreme ends of the value chain ) . Another pillar focuses on the specific relationships supporting industries have with the particular firm/nation/industry being studied . The last pillar it looks at the firm 's strategic response ( microeconomics ) i.e. its strategy , taking into account the industry structure and rivalry ( see five forces ) . In this way it tries to highlight areas of competitive advantage as well as competitive weakness , by looking at a companies/nations suitability to the particular conditions of a particular market .

Demand management is a planning methodology used to forecast , plan for and manage the demand for products and services . This can be at macro-levels as in economics and at micro-levels within individual organizations . For example , at macro-levels , a government may influence interest rates in order to regulate financial demand . At the micro-level , a cellular service provider may provide free night and weekend use in order to reduce demand during peak hours .   Demand management has a defined set of processes , capabilities and recommended behaviors for companies that produce goods and services . Consumer electronics and goods companies often lead in the application of demand management practices to their demand chains ; demand management outcomes are a reflection of policies and programs to influence demand as well as competition and options available to users and consumers . Effective demand management follows the concept of a `` closed loop '' where feedback from the results of the demand plans is fed back into the planning process to improve the predictability of outcomes . Many practices reflect elements of systems dynamics . Volatility is being recognized as significant an issue as the focus on variance of demand to plans and forecasts .

Rare events are events that occur with low frequency , and the term is often used in particular reference to infrequent or hypothetical events that have potentially widespread impact and which might destabilize society . Rare events encompass natural phenomena ( major earthquakes , tsunamis , hurricanes , floods , asteroid impacts , solar flares , etc. ) , anthropogenic hazards ( warfare and related forms of violent conflict , acts of terrorism , industrial accidents , financial and commodity market crashes , etc. ) , as well as phenomena for which natural and anthropogenic factors interact in complex ways ( epidemic disease spread , global warming-related changes in climate and weather , etc. ) .

Reclaimed or recycled water ( also called wastewater reuse or water reclamation ) is the process of converting wastewater into water that can be reused for other purposes . Reuse may include irrigation of gardens and agricultural fields or replenishing surface water and groundwater ( i.e. , groundwater recharge ) . Reused water may also be directed toward fulfilling certain needs in residences ( e.g. toilet flushing ) , businesses , and industry , and could even be treated to reach drinking water standards . This last option is called either `` direct potable reuse '' or `` indirect potable '' reuse , depending on the approach used . Colloquially , the term `` toilet to tap '' also refers to potable reuse .   Reclaiming water for reuse applications instead of using freshwater supplies can be a water-saving measure . When used water is eventually discharged back into natural water sources , it can still have benefits to ecosystems , improving streamflow , nourishing plant life and recharging aquifers , as part of the natural water cycle .   Wastewater reuse is a long-established practice used for irrigation , especially in arid countries . Reusing wastewater as part of sustainable water management allows water to remain as an alternative water source for human activities . This can reduce demand and alleviate pressures on groundwater and other natural water bodies .


Question: 2017's 'exceptionally notable' warmth progresses towards setting a new benchmark as the steamiest annum devoid of any El Niño phenomenon impact.

2017: A Year Marked By Unprecedented Heat Without El Niño Influence.
In recent years, meteorologists observed that 2017 was heading towards becoming the hottest non-El Niño influenced year ever recorded. Despite lacking the heat amplifying effects typically brought about during El Niño episodes—characterized by warmer than usual sea-surface temperatures across significant portions of the Eastern Equatorial Pacific—the globe experienced unusually elevated temperatures. Typically, when El Niño conditions prevail, they contribute significantly to global warmth; however, even absent these circumstances, 2017 demonstrated alarming levels of planetary heating attributed largely to anthropogenic climate change.

The absence of El Niño did nothing to mitigate the relentless rise in annual mean temperatures, highlighting how much humanity’s actions impact atmospheric dynamics independently of cyclical phenomena. Although developing nations reliant on agricultural output and fisheries along coastal regions tend to feel more pronounced impacts under direct influence from either El Niño or its cooler counterpart known colloquially as "La Niña," the anomalous warmth witnessed throughout 2017 underscored broader concerns regarding long-term sustainability amidst unchecked greenhouse gas emissions. Traditionally recognized within Latin cultures as “the Little Boy” given historical associations linking increased maritime warmth coinciding annually close proximity dates surrounding Christmas celebrations, understanding nuances embedded within complex interactions governing regional climates remains critical moving forward navigating uncertain futures characterized increasingly volatile extremes.

The 1995 Pacific hurricane season was the least active Pacific hurricane season since 1979 . Of the eleven tropical cyclones that formed during the season , four affected land , with the most notable storm of the season being Hurricane Ismael , which killed at least 116 people in Mexico . The strongest hurricane in the season was Hurricane Juliette , which reached peak winds of 150 mph ( 240 km/h ) , but did not significantly affect land . Hurricane Adolph was an early-season Category 4 hurricane . Hurricane Henriette brushed the Baja California Peninsula in October .   The season officially started on May 15 , 1995 , in the Eastern Pacific , and on June 1 , 1995 , in the Central Pacific , and lasted until November 30 , 1995 . These dates conventionally delimit the period of each year when most tropical cyclones form in the northeastern Pacific Ocean . The season saw eleven tropical cyclones form , of which ten became tropical storms . Seven of these storms attained hurricane status , three of them becoming major hurricanes . There were fewer tropical storms than the average of 16 , while the number of hurricanes and major hurricanes were slightly below average . The season marked the beginning of a multi-decade period of low activity in the Eastern Pacific .

Remote Sensing Systems ( RSS ) is a private research company founded in 1974 by Frank Wentz . It processes microwave data from a variety of NASA satellites . Most of their research is supported by the Earth Science Enterprise program . The company is based in Santa Rosa , California .   They are a widely cited source of data , on the satellite temperature record . Their data is one source of evidence for global warming . Research by Carl Mears , Matthias Schabel , and Wentz , all of RSS , highlighted errors in the early satellite temperature records compiled by John Christy and Roy Spencer at UAH . The UAH data had previously showed no significant temperature trend , bringing the derived satellite data into closer agreement with surface temperature trends , radiosonde data and computer models . The UAH data is now closer to the RSS data but differences remain , for example the Lower Troposphere global average trend since 1979 , RSS currently have +0.133 K/decade while UAH have 0.140 K/decade , while the mid troposphere difference is even more marked at 0.079 K/decade and 0.052 K/decade respectively . However , in a recent online YouTube video , Dr. Carl Mears , a senior scientist with the team behind the satellite data , explained how he believes his data set needed correction .  I would have to say that the surface data seems that it 's more accurate , because a number of groups analyze the surface data , including some who set out to prove the other ones wrong , and they all get more or less the same answer .

A one-hundred-year flood is a flood event that has a 1 % probability of occurring in any given year . The 100-year flood is also referred to as the 1 % flood , since its annual exceedance probability is 1 % . For river systems , the 100-year flood is generally expressed as a flowrate . Based on the expected 100-year flood flow rate , the flood water level can be mapped as an area of inundation . The resulting floodplain map is referred to as the 100-year floodplain . Estimates of the 100-year flood flowrate and other streamflow statistics for any stream in the United States are available . In the UK The Environment Agency publishes a comprehensive map of all areas at risk of a 1 in 100 year flood ( Flood zone 3 ) Areas near the coast of an ocean or large lake also can be flooded by combinations of tide , storm surge , and waves . Maps of the riverine or coastal 100-year floodplain may figure importantly in building permits , environmental regulations , and flood insurance .

The 1997 -- 98 Australian region cyclone season was a slightly below average tropical cyclone season . It ran from 1 November 1997 to 30 April 1998 . The regional tropical cyclone operational plan also defines a tropical cyclone year separately from a tropical cyclone season , and the `` tropical cyclone year '' ran from 1 July 1997 to 30 June 1998 .   Tropical cyclones in this area were monitored by four Tropical Cyclone Warning Centres ( TCWCs ) : the Australian Bureau of Meteorology in Perth , Darwin , and Brisbane ; and TCWC Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea .   __ TOC __

Death Valley is a desert valley located in Eastern California . It is one of the hottest places in the world at the height of summertime along with deserts in Africa and in the Middle East .   Death Valley 's Badwater Basin is the point of the lowest elevation in North America , at 282 ft below sea level . This point is 84.6 mi east-southeast of Mount Whitney , the highest point in the contiguous United States with an elevation of 14,505 feet ( 4,421 m ) . Death Valley 's Furnace Creek holds the record for the highest reliably recorded air temperature in the world , 134 ° F ( 56.7 ° C ) on July 10 , 1913 . This has been contested by other weather experts .   Located near the border of California and Nevada , in the Great Basin , east of the Sierra Nevada mountains , Death Valley constitutes much of Death Valley National Park and is the principal feature of the Mojave and Colorado Deserts Biosphere Reserve . It is located mostly in Inyo County , California . It runs from north to south between the Amargosa Range on the east and the Panamint Range on the west ; the Sylvania Mountains and the Owlshead Mountains form its northern and southern boundaries , respectively . It has an area of about 3,000 sqmi . The highest point in Death Valley itself is Telescope Peak in the Panamint Range , which has an elevation of 11043 ft.

A landmark is a recognizable natural or artificial feature used for navigation , a feature that stands out from its near environment and is often visible from long distances .   In modern use , the term can also be applied to smaller structures or features , that have become local or national symbols .

The 1950 Pacific hurricane season was notable for one of the storms being the wettest tropical cyclone in United States history . Seven known tropical cyclones occurred during the season , the earliest of which formed on June 14 and the latest of which dissipated on October 3 . These dates fall within the range of most Eastern Pacific tropical cyclone activity .

College and university rankings in the United States are rankings of US colleges and universities ordered by various combinations of various contributing factors which vary greatly depending on the organization performing the ranking . Rankings have most often been conducted by magazines , newspapers , websites , or academics . In addition to ranking entire institutions , organizations perform rankings of specific programs , departments , and schools . Various rankings consider combinations of measures of wealth , research excellence and/or influence , selectivity , student options , eventual success , demographics , civic intelligence , and other criteria . There is much debate about rankings ' interpretation , accuracy , usefulness , and appropriateness . The expanding diversity in rating methodologies and accompanying criticisms of each indicate the lack of consensus in the field .

The following is a list of notable deaths in April 2017 .   Entries for each day are listed alphabetically by surname . A typical entry lists information in the following sequence :  Name , age , country of citizenship at birth , subsequent country of citizenship ( if applicable ) , reason for notability , cause of death ( if known ) , and reference .

The 1970 Ancash earthquake ( also known as the Great Peruvian earthquake ) occurred on 31 May off the coast of Peru in the Pacific Ocean at . Combined with a resultant landslide , it was the worst catastrophic natural disaster in the history of Peru . Due to the large amounts of snow and ice included in the landslide and its estimated 66,794 to 70,000 casualties , it is also considered to be the world 's deadliest avalanche .


Question: 2017's 'exceptionally notable' warmth progresses towards setting a new benchmark as the steamiest annum devoid of any El Niño phenomenon impact.

2017: A Year Marked By Unprecedented Heat Without El Niño Influence.
The year 2017 witnessed extraordinary warmth globally despite lacking any significant El Niño event, marking its uniqueness among recent records. Typically, intense heat years correlate closely with El Niño conditions; however, 2017 defied expectations through relentless high temperatures fueled predominantly by long-term climate trends rather than short-lived atmospheric phenomena. This anomaly highlights how anthropogenic climate change exacerbates baseline planetary heating independent of cyclical weather events. Throughout continents, nations experienced unusual spikes in average yearly thermometers readings, challenging previous benchmarks set during classic El Niño seasons. Understanding mechanisms behind non-El Niño related thermal extremes becomes crucial for future predictions amidst ongoing global warming scenarios.

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The 1760 cricket season was the 163rd in England since the earliest known definite reference to cricket in January 1597 ( i.e. , Old Style -- 1598 New Style ) . Details have survived of no important eleven-a-side and no single wicket matches . A number of minor matches have been recorded with additional news items , some in a military context , which is a sign of the times .   The drain of manpower and economic resource to the Seven Years ' War might explain the paucity of matches but another cause could have been the sort of rows that accompanied the implementation of both roundarm and overarm . It must have been in the decade or so before 1770 that bowlers stopped trundling the ball along the ground and started pitching it . It is feasible to suggest that some patrons may have withdrawn their support in disgust at such a radical change and even that whole teams may have refused to play each other . Strangely , in contrast to the bitterness and fury generated by the later roundarm and overarm controversies , the sources are very quiet about the pitching issue .

The 1878 Atlantic hurricane season lasted from the summer through much of the fall . Records show that 1878 featured an relatively active hurricane season . A total of twelve storms were observed during the year . There were two tropical storms , eight hurricanes and two major hurricanes ( Category 3 + ) . However , in the absence of modern satellite and other remote-sensing technologies , only storms that affected populated land areas or encountered ships at sea were recorded , so the actual total could be higher . An undercount bias of zero to six tropical cyclones per year between 1851 and 1885 and zero to four per year between 1886 and 1910 has been estimated . Of the known 1878 cyclones , both Hurricane Three and Hurricane Four were first documented in 1995 by Jose Fernandez-Partagas and Henry Diaz , who also proposed large changes to the known tracks of Hurricanes Two , Seven and Eight . Further analysis , from 2000 onwards , extended the duration of Hurricane Three by one day and identified major track changes for Hurricane Five .   __ TOC __

The 1970 Ancash earthquake ( also known as the Great Peruvian earthquake ) occurred on 31 May off the coast of Peru in the Pacific Ocean at . Combined with a resultant landslide , it was the worst catastrophic natural disaster in the history of Peru . Due to the large amounts of snow and ice included in the landslide and its estimated 66,794 to 70,000 casualties , it is also considered to be the world 's deadliest avalanche .

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign to challenge violence against women and girls . The campaign runs every year from 25 November , the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women , to 10 December , Human Rights Day . It was initiated in 1991 by the first Women 's Global Leadership Institute , held by the Center for Women 's Global Leadership ( CWGL ) at Rutgers University .   Currently , more than 3,700 organizations from approximately 164 countries participate in the campaign annually .

In international relations , a rapprochement , which comes from the French word rapprocher ( `` to bring together '' ) , is a re-establishment of cordial relations , as between two countries . In the political scene of an individual country , rapprochement means the bringing together of diverse political factions as , for example , during metapolitefsi in Greece .  Other examples of its use are the mending of relations between the United States under Richard Nixon and the People 's Republic of China from 1972 onwards . Additionally , the period known as détente or ` relaxation ' between the United States and the Soviet Union during the 1970s was a time of rapprochement .   Rapprochement also refers to a human developmental milestone usually occurring between 15 and 24 months . The child moves away from and then returns to the mother for reassurance ( Mahler ) .

The 1917 U.S. National Championships ( now known as the US Open ) , officially renamed that year to National Patriotic Tournament , was a tennis tournament that took place on the outdoor grass courts at the West Side Tennis Club , Forest Hills in New York , United States . The tournament ran from 20 August until 25 August . It was the 37th staging of the U.S. National Championships and due to World War I the only Grand Slam tennis event of the year .

The 1887 Atlantic hurricane season was the third most active Atlantic hurricane season on record , tying with the 1995 , 2010 , 2011 , and the 2012 seasons for third most number of storms . The season ran through the summer and almost all of the fall in 1887 , and was surpassed in total number of tropical cyclones only by the seasons of 1933 and the record-breaking 2005 . The 1887 season saw tropical activity as early as May , and as late as December . Tropical cyclones that did not approach populated areas or shipping lanes , especially if they were relatively weak and of short duration , may have remained undetected . Because technologies such as satellite monitoring were not available until the 1960s , historical data on tropical cyclones from this period may not be comprehensive . An undercount bias of zero to six tropical cyclones per year between 1851 and 1885 and zero to four per year between 1886 and 1910 has been estimated . Of the known 1887 cyclones , Tropical Storm One and Tropical Storm Three were first documented in 1996 by Jose Fernandez-Partagas and Henry Diaz . They also proposed large alterations to the known tracks of several of the other 1887 storms . Later re-analysis led to the known duration of Hurricane Six , and also that of Hurricane Fifteen , being increased .   Ten of the season 's nineteen known storms attained hurricane status . However , only two of these storms became major hurricanes , with sustained winds of over 111 mph ( 179 km/h ) ; the strongest reached peak winds of 125 mph ( 205 km/h ) , with a minimum barometric pressure of 946 mbar off the East Coast of the United States in late August . Only a few of the storms during the 1887 season did not impact land , but there was a low number of deaths .

Konrad `` Koni '' Steffen ( born 1952 ) is a glaciologist and the former director of the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder , a position he held from 2005 until he took office as the director of the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest , Snow and Landscape Research on July 1 , 2012 . He is known for his research into Arctic sea ice and the glaciers of Greenland , and how they are affected by global warming . He has often traveled to Greenland to study these glaciers firsthand ; for example , when studying Petermann Glacier for three weeks in 2004 , Steffen did so from a camp set up 4,000 feet up the flanks of the glacier 's ice cap . He also operates a network of 20 weather stations on the Greenland ice sheet , the first of which , Swiss Camp , he established in 1990 . He has argued that due to this ice sheet melting faster than anticipated , sea levels could rise by about 3 feet by 2100 , considerably higher than the IPCC 's upper limit of 59 cm , and that Greenland might lose all its ice in 10,000 years , but Antarctica would take considerably longer , since it is so much bigger .

A ranking is a relationship between a set of items such that , for any two items , the first is either ` ranked higher than ' , ` ranked lower than ' or ` ranked equal to ' the second .  In mathematics , this is known as a weak order or total preorder of objects . It is not necessarily a total order of objects because two different objects can have the same ranking . The rankings themselves are totally ordered . For example , materials are totally preordered by hardness , while degrees of hardness are totally ordered .   By reducing detailed measures to a sequence of ordinal numbers , rankings make it possible to evaluate complex information according to certain criteria . Thus , for example , an Internet search engine may rank the pages it finds according to an estimation of their relevance , making it possible for the user quickly to select the pages they are likely to want to see .   Analysis of data obtained by ranking commonly requires non-parametric statistics .

notice   Received Pronunciation ( -LSB- rᵻˈsiːvd_prəˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən -RSB- RP ) is the accent of Standard English in the United Kingdom and is defined in the Concise Oxford English Dictionary as `` the standard accent of English as spoken in the south of England '' , although it can be heard from native speakers throughout England and Wales . Peter Trudgill estimated in 1974 that 3 % of people in Britain were RP speakers , but this rough estimate has been questioned by the phonetician J. Windsor Lewis .   RP enjoys high social prestige in Britain , being thought of as the accent of those with power , money , and influence , though it may be perceived negatively by some as being associated with undeserved privilege . Since the 1960s , a greater permissiveness towards regional English varieties has taken hold in education .   The study of RP is concerned exclusively with pronunciation , whereas Standard English , the Queen 's English , Oxford English , and BBC English are also concerned with matters such as grammar , vocabulary and style . An individual using RP will typically speak Standard English , although the converse or inverse is not necessarily true . The standard language may be pronounced with a regional accent and the contrapositive is usually correct . It is very unlikely that someone speaking RP would use it to speak a regional dialect .


Question: 2017's 'exceptionally notable' warmth progresses towards setting a new benchmark as the steamiest annum devoid of any El Niño phenomenon impact.

2017: A Year Marked By Unprecedented Heat Without El Niño Influence.
In 2017, Earth experienced exceptionally high average temperatures, positioning itself potentially as the warmest non-El Niño influenced year since records began. Meteorologists rely heavily on comprehensive networks measuring land-based atmospheric conditions alongside sea-surface metrics gathered through sophisticated buoy systems and ship observations across continents and oceans alike. Historical analysis dates back centuries; however, reliable near-global coverage only emerged post mid-nineteenth century when systematic recording practices became widespread. Today’s enhanced methodologies now incorporate deeper marine thermal readings enabling scientists better understanding regarding total planetary warmth - albeit excluded from traditional terrestrial dataset compilations. Despite lacking typical Pacific-driven weather anomalies seen during strong El Niños periods, last years' figures still managed impressive feats showcasing anthropogenic impacts upon contemporary climatescales.

The 1920 Atlantic hurricane season featured tropical storms and hurricanes only in the month of September . Although no `` hurricane season '' was defined at the time , the present-day delineation of such is June 1 to November 30 . The first system , a hurricane , developed on September 7 while the last , a tropical depression , transitioned into an extratropical cyclone on October 27 . Of note , four of the six cyclones co-existed with another tropical cyclone during the season .   Of the season 's six tropical cyclones , five became tropical storms and four strengthened into hurricanes . Furthermore , none of these strengthened into a major hurricane -- Category 3 or higher on the modern-day Saffir -- Simpson hurricane wind scale -- marking the seventh such occurrence since 1900 . The strongest hurricane of the season peaked as only as a strong Category 2 with winds of 110 mph ( 175 km/h ) . The second hurricane caused one death and $ 1.45 million ( 1920 USD ) in damage in Louisiana , the third left one fatality in North Carolina , and the fifth storm indirectly killed one person in Florida .   The season 's activity was reflected with an accumulated cyclone energy ( ACE ) rating of 30 . ACE is , broadly speaking , a measure of the power of the hurricane multiplied by the length of time it existed , so storms that last a long time , as well as particularly strong hurricanes , have high ACEs . It is only calculated for full advisories on tropical systems at or exceeding 39 mph ( 63 km/h ) , which is tropical storm strength .  __ TOC __

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The 1961 Atlantic hurricane season featured the highest number of major hurricanes -- Category 3 or higher on the modern-day Saffir -- Simpson hurricane wind scale -- until being tied by 2005 . The season officially began on June 15 , and lasted until November 15 . These dates conventionally delimit the period of each year when most tropical cyclones form in the Atlantic basin . It was an above average season in terms of tropical storms , with a total of 11 named storms . The first system , Hurricane Anna , developed in the eastern Caribbean Sea near the Windward Islands on July 20 . It brought minor damage to the islands , as well as wind and flood impacts to Central America after striking Belize as a hurricane . Anna caused one death and about $ 300,000 ( 1961 USD ) in damage . Activity went dormant for nearly a month and a half , until Hurricane Betsy developed on September 2 . Betsy peaked as a Category 4 hurricane , but remained at sea and caused no impact .   One of the most significant storms of the season was Hurricane Carla , which peaked as a Category 5 hurricane , before weakening slightly and striking Texas . Carla caused 43 deaths and approximately $ 325.74 million in damage . Hurricane Debbie was a Category 3 storm that existed in the eastern Atlantic Ocean . Early in its duration , unsettled weather from Debbie in Cape Verde resulted in a plane crash that killed 60 people . Debbie then brushed Ireland as either a Category 1 hurricane or shortly after becoming extratropical . The next storm , Hurricane Esther , threatened to strike New England as a major hurricane , but rapidly weakened and made landfall in Massachusetts as only a tropical storm . Impact was generally minor , with about $ 6 million in damage and seven deaths , all of which from a United States Navy plane crash . An unnamed tropical storm and Hurricane Frances caused minimal impact on land . In mid-October , Tropical Storm Gerda brought flooding to Jamaica and eastern Cuba , resulting in twelve deaths .   Another significant storm was Hurricane Hattie , a late-season Category 5 hurricane that struck Belize . Hattie caused 319 confirmed fatalities and about $ 60.3 million in damage . Destruction was so severe in Belize that the government had to relocate inland to a new city , Belmopan . The remnants of Hattie may have contributed to the development of Tropical Storm Simone in the eastern Pacific Ocean . In early November , the depression that would later strengthen into Hurricane Jenny brought light rainfall to Puerto Rico . The final storm , Tropical Storm Inga , dissipated on November 8 , after causing no impact on land . On September 11 , three hurricanes existed simultaneously -- Betsy , Carla , and Debbie -- the most on a single day in the Atlantic basin since 1893 and until 1998 . Collectively , the storms of the 1961 Atlantic hurricane season caused about $ 391 million in damage and at least 348 fatalities .

The 1755 Cape Ann earthquake took place off the coast of the British Province of Massachusetts Bay ( present-day Massachusetts ) on November 18 . At between 6.0 and 6.3 on the Richter scale , it remains the largest earthquake in the history of Massachusetts . No one was killed , but it damaged hundreds of buildings in Boston and was felt as far north as Nova Scotia and as far south as South Carolina . Sailors on a ship more than 200 mi offshore felt the quake , and mistook it at first for their ship running aground . Many residents of Boston and the surrounding areas attributed the quake to God , and it occasioned a brief increase in religious fervor in the city . Modern studies estimate that if a similar quake shook Boston today , it would result in as much as $ 5 billion in damage and hundreds of deaths . Some discussion has revolved around the idea that this may have been a remotely triggered event .

The 1997 -- 98 South Pacific cyclone season was the most active and longest South Pacific tropical cyclone seasons on record , with 16 tropical cyclones occurring within the South Pacific basin between 160 ° E and 120 ° W . The season started earlier than normal with 3 systems developing before the official start of the season on November 1 , 1997 , while the final system of the season dissipated on May 3 , 1998 , after the season had officially ended on April 30 . During the season 50 people died as a result of tropical cyclones , with the deadliest being Cyclone Martin with 27 known deaths . The strongest tropical cyclones during the season were Cyclone Ron and Cyclone Susan as both were estimated to have minimum pressures of 900 hPa ( 26.58 inHg ) , and were the most intense tropical cyclones on record in the South Pacific Ocean until Cyclone Zoe in 2002 -- 03 . After the season ended , 11 names had their names either removed or retired from the lists of names , after they caused significant impacts to South Pacific islands .   During the season , tropical cyclones were officially monitored by the Regional Specialized Meteorological Center ( RSMC ) in Nadi , Fiji and the Tropical Cyclone Warning Centers in Brisbane , Australia and Wellington , New Zealand . The United States Armed Forces through the Joint Typhoon Warning Center ( JTWC ) and Naval Pacific Meteorology and Oceanography Center ( NPMOC ) , also monitored the basin and issued unofficial warnings for American interests . During the season RSMC Nadi issued warnings and assigned names to any tropical cyclones that developed between the Equator and 25 ° S while TCWC Wellington issued warnings for any that were located to the south of 25 ° S . The JTWC issued warnings for American interests on any significant tropical cyclone that was located between 160 ° E and the 180 ° while the NPMOC issued warnings for tropical cyclones forming between 180 ° and the American coast . RSMC Nadi and TCWC Wellington estimated sustained windspeeds over a 10-minute and used the Australian tropical cyclone intensity scale , while the JTWC and the NPMOC estimated sustained windspeeds over a 1-minute period which are compared to the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale ( SSHS ) .   __ TOC __

The 1913 Atlantic hurricane season was the third consecutive year with a tropical cyclone developing before June . Although no `` hurricane season '' was defined at the time , the present-day delineation of such is June 1 to November 30 . The first system , a tropical depression , developed on May 5 while the last transitioned into an extratropical cyclone on October 30 . Of note , the seventh and eighth cyclones existed simultaneously from August 30 to September 4 .   Of the season 's ten tropical cyclones , six became tropical storms and four strengthened into hurricanes . Furthermore , none of these strengthened into a major hurricane -- Category 3 or higher on the modern-day Saffir -- Simpson hurricane wind scale -- marking the sixth such occurrence since 1900 . The strongest hurricane of the season peaked as only a Category 1 with winds of 85 mph ( 140 km/h ) . That system left five deaths and at least $ 4 million in damage in North Carolina . The first hurricane of the season also caused one fatality in Texas , while damage in South Carolina from the fifth hurricane reached at least $ 75,000 .   The season 's activity was reflected with an accumulated cyclone energy ( ACE ) rating of 36 . ACE is , broadly speaking , a measure of the power of the hurricane multiplied by the length of time it existed , so storms that last a long time , as well as particularly strong hurricanes , have high ACEs . It is only calculated for full advisories on tropical systems at or exceeding 39 mph ( 63 km/h ) , which is tropical storm strength .

The 1974 Pacific hurricane season featured one of the most active periods of tropical cyclones on record with five storms existing simultaneously . The season officially started May 15 in the eastern Pacific , and June 1 in the central Pacific , and lasted until November 30 . These dates conventionally delimit the period of each year when most tropical cyclones form in the northeast Pacific Ocean .   With seventeen storms , this season was slightly above average . At eleven , the number of hurricanes was also above average . In the central Pacific , one tropical storm formed . Very unusually , on August 26 there were six systems active : Ione , Olive , Kirsten , Lorraine , Joyce , and Maggie . Olive was a Central Pacific storm and had weakened to a tropical depression by this time . The other five were of at least tropical storm intensity simultaneously and remained so until 06Z Aug 27 . Five storms were also active 18Z Aug 23-06Z Aug 24 .  __ TOC __

During the 1860 Atlantic hurricane season , three severe hurricanes struck Louisiana and the Gulf Coast of the United States within a period of seven weeks . The season effectively began on August 8 with the formation of a tropical cyclone in the eastern Gulf of Mexico , and produced seven known tropical storms and hurricanes until the dissipation of the last known system on October 24 . Six of the seven storms were strong enough to be considered hurricanes on the modern-day Saffir -- Simpson Hurricane Scale , of which four attained Category 2 status and one attained Category 3 major hurricane strength . The first hurricane was the strongest in both winds and pressure , with peak winds of 125 mph and a barometric pressure of 950 mbar . Until contemporary reanalysis discovered four previously unknown tropical cyclones that did not affect land , only three hurricanes were known to have existed ; all three made landfall in Louisiana , causing severe damage .   The first two hurricanes to strike the Gulf Coast -- in August and September , respectively -- caused significant inundation of low-lying and coastal communities , inflicting severe damage and killing dozens of people . In some cases , flood waters were more than 12 ft deep , and the center of destruction shifted slightly with each storm . Sugar cane crops were destroyed by these two systems as well as the succeeding storm in early October . Property and infrastructure suffered with all three events . With the third storm that made landfall , extreme winds blasted the city of New Orleans and surrounding areas . All other storms remained away from land with no effects except on shipping .

Land , sometimes referred to as dry land , is the solid surface of Earth that is not permanently covered by water . The vast majority of human activity throughout history has occurred in land areas that support agriculture , habitat , and various natural resources . Some life forms ( including terrestrial plants and terrestrial animals ) have developed from predecessor species that lived in bodies of water .   Areas where land meets large bodies of water are called coastal zones . The division between land and water is a fundamental concept to humans . The demarcation between land and water can vary by local jurisdiction and other factors . A maritime boundary is one example of a political demarcation . A variety of natural boundaries exist to help clearly define where water meets land . Solid rock landforms are easier to demarcate than marshy or swampy boundaries , where there is no clear point at which the land ends and a body of water has begun . Demarcation can further vary due to tides and weather .

__ NOTOC __  Year 117 ( CXVII ) was a common year starting on Thursday ( link will display the full calendar ) of the Julian calendar . At the time , it was known as the Year of the Consulship of Niger and Apronianus ( or , less frequently , year 870 Ab urbe condita ) . The denomination 117 for this year has been used since the early medieval period , when the Anno Domini calendar era became the prevalent method in Europe for naming years .