How the Tax Bill Affects Local Governments
A Bill is a proposal for new or changed law that is brought before Parliament for examination and discussion. Once…
What Does it Mean to Be a President?
The President is the Head of State, the Government and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces. The President appoints…
Parliament – The Legislative Branch of Government
A parliament (also called a legislature or congress) is the body that makes laws, including budgets, for a country. In…
Understanding and Managing Inflation
Inflation is the general rise in prices across an economy. It can affect people’s purchasing power, slow economic growth, and…
Immunity – The Body’s Defense Against Disease-Causing Pathogens
The body’s defense system against disease-causing pathogens. Immunity is a complex process that involves lines of defense against most microbes…
The Economic Impact of Drought
Drought is a complex phenomenon that can impact ecosystems, people and economies at different levels of severity. It can occur…
The Difference Between Robbery and Burglary
When you hear the term “robbery,” you likely think of someone brandishing a gun and stealing cash from a store…
What Is Economy?
Economy encompasses all the resources (natural, human, and manufactured) and activities necessary to support the people, businesses, organizations, and governments…
What Does a Prime Minister Do?
The person who leads the political party that wins the general election becomes Prime Minister (PM for short). Once in…
The Importance of Biodiversity
The word “Biodiversity” refers to the variety of life on Earth. It encompasses all living organisms—from blue whales and white…