From 1945 onwards, the United States established itself as a dominant global power through economic strength, military capability, and cultural influence.

America's rise to global power from 1776 was driven by territorial expansion, economic growth, military involvement in world conflicts, and strategic power diplomacy. This evolution transformed the U.S. from a fledgling nation into a dominant force in international affairs, significantly shaping the modern world.

The Industrial Revolution refers to significant economic, technological, and social changes that transformed societies from agricultural to industrial. Four main industrial revolutions have taken place so far.

Goodness, I remember that in the 1950s, in the schools, there were maps displaying the extent of the British Empire, which were marked in red. And yes, it could be said: "The sun never set on the British Empire," and then it was all gone.

The term “Dominions of the British Empire” refers to several self-governing countries within the British Empire. These dominions evolved from colonies and gained varying self-governance from the late 19th century through the 1930s.

The British Empire was extensive, reaching its peak in the early 20th century. The Empire’s geographical boundaries were so widespread that it was often said, “The sun never sets on the British Empire,” meaning that at any given time, the sun was always shining on at least one of its territories.

The situation surrounding Pakistani celebrations in the UK on 14 Aug presents a notable irony, particularly in the context of historical events and migration. Here are some pointers to understand the irony.

The UK government is facing increasing pressure to address the issue of unemployment, as data reveals that 9.4 million Britons are neither employed nor actively seeking work. This accounts for over a fifth of the working-age population and includes a near-record number of individuals on long-term sickness leave.

It's after midnight and very hot here (13 Aug 2024); I'm restless, and strangely, my thoughts drift to some Ukrainian topics I was reading about in the national press. I was unsure of their actual relationships and some definitions. Hence, these personal meanderings.

The Financial Times reports that the pay of the FTSE 100 chief executives has hit an average of almost £5mn after an increase of £560,000 last year. AstraZeneca boss Sir Pascal Soriot remained the best paid, with £16.9mn.

Discover the mysterious arrival of an esoteric message blowing in the wind on August 11, 2024, at 10:00 PM, seemingly linked to the emergence of AI. We are indeed living in the most interesting of times...

This document is a Consultation Paper issued jointly by the Bank of England and HM Treasury concerning the "digital pound." It seeks feedback on the policy and technical work undertaken so far to inform a future decision on whether or not to progress with building and launching a digital pound.