Explores how oil politics exacerbate inequalities, poverty, and conflicts in the Niger Delta region. Discusses local contestations for oil benefits leading to a vicious cycle of poverty. Highlights the erosion of struggles for resource control and impacts on environmental justice and peace efforts.

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South Sudan faces the challenge of transitioning from oil dependence to diversification for sustainable growth. Despite having abundant natural resources, the country is plagued by poverty and limited development progress. The unfulfilled promise of oil, interrupted by various shocks, has hindered e

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A gripping adventure set in London, 1922, where Lilian Kaye uncovers a mysterious parcel from a deceased Egyptologist. With the key to a pharaoh's untold story, Lil and her friends embark on a perilous quest to break a sinister curse and safeguard their loved ones. Filled with intrigue, danger, and

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In the last chapter, the characters reveal secrets related to Howard Carter, leading to intriguing developments. Mrs. Mendoza's narrative is anticipated, hoping for a positive outcome and no curse. As the story unfolds, the mystery deepens, prompting questions about the characters' next moves in Egy

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The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) 2016 provides a unified framework for resolving insolvency in India, aiming to streamline processes, reduce resolution time, and protect creditors. While it enhances financial stability and transparency, chall

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The presentation by PNG's Shadow Treasurer, Mr. Ian Ling-Stuckey, highlights the current economic situation and development experiences in Papua New Guinea. It discusses issues such as poor social indicators, the resource curse, and the impact on APEC opportunities and job growth. The presentation a

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The Rime of the Ancient Mariner, a classic poem by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, tells the tale of a sailor who shoots an albatross, bringing a curse upon his ship. The poem depicts the consequences of his actions, the stagnant ship, thirsty sailors, and the desolate sea. Through detailed stanzas, the po

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Explore the biblical insights from Deuteronomy 30:19 on how blessings can turn into curses when not honored. Examples from Adam and Eve, the Bronze Serpent, Solomon, and Jeroboam shed light on the consequences of misusing God's blessings.

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Delve into the intricate links between life's problems and the soul, exploring causes such as wrong thinking and speaking, trauma, and ancestral influences. Uncover the basis for healing and deliverance, rooted in the promise of wholeness, freedom from darkness, and transformation from curse to bles

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Norway's Oil for Development program aims to manage petroleum resources responsibly to benefit future generations, transforming the resource curse into a blessing. Established in 2005, the program focuses on capacity development, public finance, and environmental concerns in oil economies. It has sh

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In present-day London, Jem, a teenager with the ability to see people's death dates, faces internal turmoil due to her curse. When a classmate named Spider befriends her, they witness a catastrophic event and go on the run. The book is praised for its unique plot, well-developed characters, and thri

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Trade defixiones, particularly illustrated by the curse against Phanagora and Demetrios, involve invoking dark forces to harm business rivals and curse their enterprises. These curses are distinct from legal curses, serving as tools for competition and vengeance in ancient society, targeting individ

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Extensive research highlights the benefits of teacher-led instruction, emphasizing the importance of clear explanations, strong subject knowledge, credibility, concise design, examples & analogy, storytelling, and chances to elaborate. The six keys to great explanation include subject expertise, cre

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The poem "The Rime of Ancient Mariner" explores Christian themes of sin, baptism, and redemption through the journey of the mariner. As the mariner faces the consequences of his actions, he undergoes a transformation, finding solace and redemption in his connection with nature and God's creatures. T

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Dive into thrilling adventures with "Curse Breaker" by Simon Tudhope, a tale of imprisonment and mystery; "Channel Fear" by Lisa Richardson, a YA horror-thriller filled with chilling ghost stories; and "Stone" by Finbar Hawkins, following 17-year-old Sam's journey of grief, mysterious visions, and h

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Delve into the rich historical dynamics of Ethiopia's evolution through the lens of Ethiopianism philosophy, aiming to free the nation from the ethnic curse. Explore key lessons from history, the significance of the Adwa Victory, and the three philosophies that can shape a transformative future. Unc

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Locality Sensitive Hashing (LSH) is a technique used to efficiently find nearest neighbors in high-dimensional spaces. By grouping similar points into the same hash bucket, LSH enables fast search for nearest neighbors, overcoming the curse of dimensionality. Variants include k-nearest neighbors and

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Neil Simon's play "Fools" delves into themes of stupidity, knowledge, and self-belief within a small Ukrainian village in 1890. Despite not winning awards, the play has garnered popularity in community and high school theatre. The significance of the title lies in characters' mistaken beliefs of a c

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Sally Schmall, an Organizational Development Manager, emphasizes the importance of effective communication to influence others. Mark Twain's quote highlights the impact of lies spreading quickly. The Curse of Knowledge concept and the Six Principles of Sticky Ideas provide insights into communicatio

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A fearless hunter from ancient Scotland, Merida, defies expectations to save an old woman by breaking a curse. She challenges tradition and forges her destiny, showcasing bravery and determination in the face of adversity.

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The belief in the S-shape curve of educational benefits leads to the harmful practice of placing all educational hopes on one child, creating a perceived poverty trap. The combination of high ambition and low expectations in elitist school systems perpetuates inequality and stereotype threat, hinder

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Exploring common value auction settings where bidders have different information about the item's value. Discusses strategic bidding, winner's curse, information aggregation, pricing, and selling strategies. Analyzes imperfect estimate model, bidder strategies, and equilibrium bidding to address con

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Delve into the enigmatic life and death of Tutankhamun, the last ruler of the powerful Pharaoh Dynasty in ancient Egypt. Uncover the intrigue surrounding his tomb, the curse that shrouded his legacy, and the beliefs in life after death that guided the pharaohs' burials. Explore the vocabulary, image

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Explore the journey from Genesis to Revelation, witnessing the divine plan for a new heaven and earth, free from curse and death. Revealing the promise of a restored relationship with God in His glorious presence, this narrative unfolds the overarching theme of redemption and victory. Reflect on the

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Ghana's significant oil discovery presents a transformative economic opportunity. To prevent the resource curse that has plagued other oil-rich nations like Nigeria, Ghana must navigate carefully. With lessons learned from Nigeria's experience, Ghana aims to harness its oil wealth for sustainable gr

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