"I dont know much about GMOS, but I agree with what you said: "GMOs should not be fed to people until we fully understand what the 'non-coding' regions do"...
Also, I think that we shouldn't be close minded about the…"
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This is a group about global issues such as international problems, conflict & war in the world. Every possible issue is going to be discussed: from global health issues to war and democracy.So there will be enough for everyone’s interest I hope
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Latest Activity: Jul 5, 2011
Clip to watch: women and reproductive healthcare in the world
The UNFPA Mission
International Crisis Goup: working to prevent conflict worldwide
UN Refugee Agency
==> VIDEO: Surviving in Iraq by UNHCR: 2 million displaced
More topics coming soon:
* The war economy in Iraq and why the "democratization" project failed completely
* Terrorism, consequences and causes: the myth of Al Qaeda
* The Taliban
* The emergence of (political) Islam: study case of Hezbollah in Lebanon: terrorists or revolutionary emancipated?
* Aids/HIV and the effect on women worldwide
* Iran and its nuclear "threat". + the other "ashes of evil" : Syria
* Refugees, as well as internal displaced people
* Women's rights ==> sexual violence, refugees and hygiene
* The case of Israel and the Palestinian people
* The war between Georgia and Russia
* The case of Darfur
* US elections
* Lesbian, gay, transsexual and bisexual rights in the world, but especially in the US and EU.
* The emergence of extreme/radical right in Europe.
* The emergence of new Superpowers: China and Russia
* What are FAILED states?
* Global inequality
* The case of the undemocratic multinationals and G7 (8).
* The "other" left in South America: the case of Hugo Chavez.
* Fair Trade: Oxfam
* Orientalism, the vision of Edward Saïd.
* ...........
And so on.....if you think I'm letting something out that's very important to you please do tell me and I'll see what I can do about it.
The UNFPA Mission
International Crisis Goup: working to prevent conflict worldwide
UN Refugee Agency
==> VIDEO: Surviving in Iraq by UNHCR: 2 million displaced
More topics coming soon:
* The war economy in Iraq and why the "democratization" project failed completely
* Terrorism, consequences and causes: the myth of Al Qaeda
* The Taliban
* The emergence of (political) Islam: study case of Hezbollah in Lebanon: terrorists or revolutionary emancipated?
* Aids/HIV and the effect on women worldwide
* Iran and its nuclear "threat". + the other "ashes of evil" : Syria
* Refugees, as well as internal displaced people
* Women's rights ==> sexual violence, refugees and hygiene
* The case of Israel and the Palestinian people
* The war between Georgia and Russia
* The case of Darfur
* US elections
* Lesbian, gay, transsexual and bisexual rights in the world, but especially in the US and EU.
* The emergence of extreme/radical right in Europe.
* The emergence of new Superpowers: China and Russia
* What are FAILED states?
* Global inequality
* The case of the undemocratic multinationals and G7 (8).
* The "other" left in South America: the case of Hugo Chavez.
* Fair Trade: Oxfam
* Orientalism, the vision of Edward Saïd.
* ...........
And so on.....if you think I'm letting something out that's very important to you please do tell me and I'll see what I can do about it.
Discussion Forum
The basic human right of free movement
Started by Sarah Jun 17, 2011. 0 Replies 0 Likes
All over the world…Continue
Tags: EU, USA, xenophobia, racism, human
The Schoolyard of World Politics (How is your country "labelled"?)
Started by Daniel Lockwood Aug 10, 2010. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Compare "One" and "Two"List One - Social Labels"manipulator" (Octavia)"fat kid" (George)"deaf girl" (Sveta)"trailer park trash" (Pedro)"muslim girl" (Nadia)"black kid" (Omar)"creepy nerd"…Continue
"Humanitarian intervention", imperialism and the "exclusion theory" of globalization
Started by Sarah. Last reply by Achmed Azizie Aug 21, 2009. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Jean Bricmont, explains in his book « Humanitarian interventions. Human rights as an excuse for war, » how he is annoyed by the moralistic discourse in the West. According to him, the west, gives…Continue
and what do you think about the GM rice?
Started by mazureac. Last reply by john Jul 26, 2009. 5 Replies 0 Likes
I saw today a video about this genetically modified rice...and I don't think it's a good ideea. What's your opinion?link to video :…Continue
Tags: modified, genetically, rice, GM
THE 11th HOUR, watch
Started by Sarah. Last reply by john Jul 25, 2009. 2 Replies 0 Likes
The 11th hour (directed and narrated by Leonardo Dicaprio)Very interesting documentary that everyone should watch! It is about our ecological footprint, the consequences, what can be done, and the…Continue
Decent and dignified work for everyone
Started by Sarah. Last reply by john Jul 25, 2009. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Decent work, the campaign in Dutch is called "waardig werk", which sounds better, because it means "dignified work". I think the campaign picture says a lot and it is the harsh reality. The majority…Continue
Who Cares?
Started by Daniel Lockwood. Last reply by john Jul 20, 2009. 1 Reply 0 Likes
I wanted to just say a few words about how I'd characterize the core cancer of the world's suffering.Lack of Care and Focus upon BlameWhen a person makes the simple claim, of themselves or another,…Continue
FAIR TRADE: Consume in a FAIR WAY
Started by Sarah. Last reply by Daniel Lockwood Jun 27, 2009. 2 Replies 0 Likes
At this moment we are living in the backlash of the 2007-2008 global food crisis. Such an important and crucial crisis with so many victims, too much deaths, but apparently not important enough to…Continue
For my fellow Belgians: The hidden face of the Flemmish Bloc (Vlaams Belang).
Started by Sarah. Last reply by Sarah Jun 26, 2009. 1 Reply 0 Likes
I know this is not a Global issue so I already apologize in advance. This is specifically a Belgian issue but it's also becoming a European issue. Actually I want to reach the Belgian Ipower members…Continue
Ways of helping Iran
Started by Jemvie. Last reply by Sarah Jun 26, 2009. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I was thinking of how we the members of I Power as an international network of activists could actually help the people in Iran fight their revolution.There are a couple things iranians actually need…Continue
Tags: elections, revolution, green, crisis, iran
Germany's Rape of Belgium (or, The Plea of Necessity)
Started by Daniel Lockwood. Last reply by Mark Steele May 17, 2009. 1 Reply 0 Likes
This is an excerpt from "Just and Unjust Wars," by Michael Walzer, written in 1979 (then updated in the mid-1990s). I will also attach a copy for download.The text concerns an approach to war that,…Continue
Global Warming
Started by rspwan. Last reply by rspwan Apr 8, 2009. 7 Replies 0 Likes
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World Recession _ The hidden agenda
Started by Saul. Last reply by rspwan Apr 4, 2009. 3 Replies 0 Likes
In a few months the UK government will finally admit that we are in recession. This is the second time in my lifetime, and ive got to the point now where i just have to think that theres a reason for…Continue
global poverty
Started by rspwan. Last reply by rspwan Apr 3, 2009. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Finding out about global poverty is very simple. Go to google and search for global poverty.First link is globalissues.org that provides articles on "Poverty Facts and Stats":…Continue
The essence and "threat" of "terrorism" ~ true facts and misconceptions
Started by Sarah. Last reply by rspwan Feb 28, 2009. 17 Replies 0 Likes
Is Terrorism the greatest threat to humanity?12000 victims of terrorism in 2006==> 249 as a result of international terrorism8200 people die of AIDS every year25000 people die of hunger every…Continue
The detriments of political loyalty and bias to society.
Started by Alan Feb 8, 2009. 0 Replies 0 Likes
A great source of fervor among groups of all levels of people over the centuries has been discussions of politics and religion; and often these are intertwined. From Caesar's assassination in…Continue
Corporate Accountability Via Criminal Law
Started by Daniel Lockwood. Last reply by azra Jan 11, 2009. 23 Replies 0 Likes
Context: Plastics manufactured using toxic chemicals can lead to birth defects and male hormonal deficiencies.Social Problem: (Products) (manufactured with certain agents) (harm) (consumers).Which…Continue
Tags: criminal, law, daniel, accountability, corporation
Corporate Personhood
Started by rspwan. Last reply by rspwan Jan 11, 2009. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Abuse of the 14th amendment and all that.The 14th Amendment was created to protect rights of freed…Continue
Tags: reclaimdemocracy, amendment, 14th, personhood, corporate
International Corruption, Africa and development
Started by Sarah Dec 24, 2008. 0 Replies 0 Likes
“Rich countries and their agencies … frequently have been and are accomplices in corruption abroad, encouraging it by their actions rather than impeding it….” (~ Professor Robert Neild)Africa is a…Continue
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Great comment, a3a4.
The promotion of voluntarism, rather than over-reliance on direct incentives and coercion to get things done.
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Comment by cacho on May 17, 2009 at 2:48am -
Please read my post! We need all, the help we can get.
http://ipower.ning.com/forum/topics/guys-this-time-for-real-we
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Comment by Roberto Ballarino on May 13, 2009 at 4:59pm -
I want to discuss the Taliban in Pakistan things.. meh!
I'm really curious what you guys think and feel about that issue ^^
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Comment by Jonathan Stuart Wright on January 19, 2009 at 7:02pm -
My school takes part in a competition called the green cup. We have a video on youtube. Here is the link, check it out, you are welcome to leave a comment and rate it. Thanks. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MekfH-XI8c0
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Comment by Dylan on September 22, 2008 at 2:50am -
thanks for the invite Sarah
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Comment by Sarah on September 9, 2008 at 10:11am -
Thanks Cul, if there's something that you think should be discussed that's not on the list yet,feel free to tell me or post it.
Discussion Forum
"Humanitarian intervention", imperialism and the "exclusion theory" of globalization
Started by Sarah. Last reply by Achmed Azizie Aug 21, 2009. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Latest Activity
Jesus Antonio Sibilla Tellez replied to n4t3's discussion random thoughts: some pros and cons on GMO foods
Lore replied to n4t3's discussion random thoughts: some pros and cons on GMO foods"I'm on the fence about GMOs, mostly because I don't know much about them. I am against Monsanto though and their practices. It just seems like a lot of people who are against GMOs go on some rant about how they are the devil and don't…"
Greg posted a blog postNazi War Criminals
László Csizsik-CsatáryToday I would like to write a little about the recent hunting for Nazi war criminals in the recent years. To give a little…See More
n4t3 posted a discussionsome opinion GMO foods
i was thinking about this recently, and i'd like to share some thoughts on GMO foods...GMOs have the potential to change the entire world---a proper implementation could destroy the concept of starvation on our planet and give everybody enough…See More
Bart replied to Lore's discussion Avoiding personal financial ruin"it might help to make some sort of thumb-rule for what money is actually worth. If you for a week or so calculate your expenses for per example food per average day, then you'll have a number that actually means something. if you spend, say 20…"
Matt Watt replied to Matt Watt's discussion What's the difference between good and evil?"Dualism of subject-object metaphysics is like a prison for the mind. The best way to tackle issues like morality and values is to start with the nature of thought.
I think this pretty much sums it up, great way of looking at it."
Lore replied to Lore's discussion Avoiding personal financial ruin"Increasing income is something I would like to do, but at this point in my financial life, I think that being more frugal should be my main focus. Both increasing income and cutting spending are my financial goals in the long run. I'm trying to…"
Benjamin Thomas D.G. replied to Matt Watt's discussion What's the difference between good and evil?"The difference between good and bad is the same for every human subject: there are bad feelings, there are good feelings. "
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