Polopa means “go ahead, I will come after you”. It is the name given to the Polopa-speaking people of the Southern Highlands Province — a population of about 10,000 people living in the Erave local level government area. They live in nine council wards: Kerabi, Balowei, Tiri, Waraga, Waposale, Kele, Puputau (Mt Tawa), Sirigi and Sopuse. ... Read moreAbout the author/s Busa Jeremiah Wenogo Busa Jeremiah Wenogo is a Papua New Guinean development economist who specialises in issues relati...| Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre
The UN General Assembly meeting has seen a growing number of states recognizing a state of Palestine, including Western powers like France, the United Kingdom and Canada. Debate has swirled over why they are doing this: is it a principled stand, an attempt to gain international or domestic clout, etc.? But there’s a bigger question […]| The Duck of Minerva
So, I was wondering what the difference was between what Thomas Paine thought about independence from Great Britain and what James Chalmers thought about the same thing. I know James Chalmers was opposed to it, and Thomas Paine was pro-independence... right? I've been able to look at some excerpts from Paine's Common Sense and Chalmers's Plain Truth.| Recent Questions - History Stack Exchange
Independence isn’t just financial—it’s freedom in thought, values, and choices. Align your life with what matters most and live on your own terms.| Ryan Stephens
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Growing up in foster care often means adults stepped in to handle conflict for you. But as you gain independence, you’ll start managing disagreements yourself. This blog shares practical tips so you can handle conflict calmly and confidently. The post Handling Conflict as You Gain Independence appeared first on Foster Care Associates.| Foster Care Associates
¡Viva la independencia!, ¡Viva la América!, ¡Muera el mal gobierno! Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla. Long live our independence! Long live America! Death to the bad government! Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla. Morir es nada cuando por la patria se muere. José María Morelos y Pavón. Dying is nothing when for our mother country we die. Jose ...| Inside Mexico
Tomorrow, August 31st, is Independence Day in my country. It was a pure coincidence with scheduling for Hotel Masticadores that Michelle chose this window to share our poems. The two pieces we wrote celebrate our country’s push for freedom and self-determination. “Our blood our toil, Our Soil” by Nigel Byng & “I Shall Return… Then […]| Helping You To Succeed
I found this letter written by my grandather to my grandmother on the eve of India's Independence in 1947. It was posted from Muzaffarnagar to Deoband.| Museum of Material Memory
The real-estate developer, activist, and civic builder talks to Michael E. Hartmann about the idea of time limits on foundations, as well as his and his wife’s own donor intent—and the worth of the hard work in determining and articulating it.| the Giving Review
In this blog, we’ll help you explore your strengths, try out new experiences, and discover what kind of career might suit you.| Foster Care Associates
Got a goal? This blog shares simple tips to help you plan, stay motivated and take your first steps towards making it happen.| Foster Care Associates
One country, the same eastern border. Thousands of people are trying to cross it each day, fleeing from war and inhumane conditions. In the south, there are hundreds of volunteers distributing food and toiletries, then helping everyone find shelter and transportation. Most of them are ordinary people volunteering in their private time, with the support […]| Made in Cosmos
This is my great-grandfather’s journal. He wrote in it over six decades, from the 1920s to the 1970s, and the book reflects that history. He wrote these entries “for remembrance, a brief description of how we live our lives”.| Museum of Material Memory
Each July 4th, Americans come together to celebrate their nation’s Independence Day — a time for reflection, celebration, and patriotic pride. But America is far from […]| Audit Beacon
Pacific nuclear powers should accept responsibility for environmental destruction and adequately compensate victims of past injustices, says David Robie.| Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre
I have a chapter in an edited book coming out this week about how structural reform works best in national and localized contexts, rather than internationalist or teleological contexts. Additionall…| The Trickster's Guide to Geopolitics
Learn how to raise an independent child with practical tips and strategies that foster self-reliance, confidence, and resilience. Raising an independent child is one of...| Play. Learn. Thrive.
This blog explores how open communication can bridge the gap between needing support and keeping your autonomy. Learn how to have productive conversations to ensure that everyone’s on the same page.| SeniorLivingInStyle
It was during the unprecedented turmoil and unrest of Partition that Babaji came into the possession of this beautiful Quran. From stories passed down, we know that he was given this by someone whose identity has been lost to time. But what is certain is that it was a symbol of faith amidst the tragic loss of lives and the pain of separation from one’s homeland and family. The post A mini-Quran from Partition: My Jain family’s legacy appeared first on Museum of Material Memory.| Museum of Material Memory
This is the second blog I’ve used the same title for, the original one about the Syrian invasion being way back in 2015 (who knew I’ve been blogging for 10 years). “Oh, what a lov…| Angry Weegie
The funniest 4th of July Memes to celebrate Independence Day! Brace yourselves for fireworks, BBQs, patriotism, and British treason. Here are some of my| FunZumo
For National SCI Awareness Month, Director Mark Odum shares a "note to self," contemplating what he would say to a young Mark facing rehab with a new spinal cord injury. Continue reading →| Collection Spotlight from the National Rehabilitation Information Center
First, an apology. It’s been ages since my last blog posting, occasioned in part by an accident I had just before Christmas last year which left me struggling a bit with concentration for a f…| Angry Weegie
It’s never too late to start saving for retirement. If you are an older adult, there are several creative strategies you can use to catch up on retirement savings.| Physician on FIRE
Moving away to University is the first time, for many students, when they have to be fully independent and this is a big change that you may not know how to handle, so we wanted to offer our advice. Going to university requires students to have high levels of independence, not only in studying but […]| Student Life
The end of my sophomore year was very difficult. I needed a break. In June, my oldest son was looking forward to transitioning to a different environment and schedule, having just finished his sophomore year of high school, which, according to him, “was noticeably hard.” Summer is often full of transitions for families, as schedules,… Read More The post Learning Independence/Interdependence in the Cafeteria appeared first on Learn From Autistics.| Learn From Autistics
Columnist Carlos Briceño's wife, Jill, has always been unstoppable and fiercely independent. One day, Huntington's will change that.| Huntington's Disease News
Due to systemic inequalities, physicians who are Black, indigenous, and people of color often face disproportionate financial hardship during and following higher education. Learn about programs and strategies that can help reduce these hardships.| Physician on FIRE
Written by ERICA I will never forget when Owen was born, he wiggled out of me all covered in goop...| The Poopsie Collective
Slovak government attempts to take over the public broadcaster RTVS. Media freedom groups call for urgent withdrawal of Slovakia's repressive broadcast law.| ipi.media
Photo by pollobarba It is my right to be uncommon—if I can. I seek opportunity—not security. I do not wish to be a kept citizen, humbled and dulled by having the state look after me. I want to take the calculated risk; to dream and to build, to fail and to succeed. I refuse to [...]Read More...| RyanWaggoner.com
The big tech hearings remind indies that they are dependant on four companies in the spotlight. Here's how authors can protect themselves.| David Gaughran