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Gender Divisions in Iran

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From bigthink.com - December 11, 2012 8:23 PM

For my non-Farsi speaking readers, this map displays a 'male' province and a 'female' province.  These two provinces are separated by barbed wire, 20-meter trench and the Great Wall of China with ground-to-air missiles.  

 

While not a "cartographically accurate" map of the divisions within Iran, it does symbolically highlight the enormous gulf between men and women.  Men and women are not in separate provinces, but what might the symbolic spatial gender division on this map represent for Iranian society? 


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This shows the division on men and women and how women are looked at…like second class citizens. It is very sad that this still goes on.

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Matt Mallinson's comment, October 24, 2012 1:42 PM
It's symbolic of how women are treated in Iran compared to the men. They are looked down on, a piece of property. The men don't respect the women and basically see them as less of a person because of gender. I don't know if their views will ever change, but I think women should be treated perfect no matter what country you're from.
Derek Ethier's comment, October 25, 2012 10:59 PM
Gender division in the world has existed since the beginning of time. American women were disenfranchised for hundreds of years. However, it still amazes me how it can still exist in our world today. Iranian women have no rights and at all and to me this seems to be a sad existence. As Obama recently said, it will be impossible for nations like this to grow without extending more basic human rights to women.
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Colombia's gold rush

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From www.aljazeera.com - December 8, 2012 9:51 PM

Greed once again seems to win in nations like this. Poor people suffer and lose their homes while companies and powerful people come in and strip the land and the people of their valuables. Sad

 

 

 


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Derek Ethier's comment, September 30, 2012 6:57 PM
This is a sad yet all too occurring phenomenon in underdeveloped nations. In Africa, they fight Civil Wars over minerals like oil and coltan. Here the fight is over gold. When government is unable to control militant groups, they take control over natural resources using violence. It is also unfortunate that international companies are coming in to sweep up the wealth. Colombia is unlikely to keep too much of this wealth in their own nation.
Elizabeth Allen's comment, December 6, 2012 10:30 PM
Colombia's gold mines are bringing out greed in all nations. Civilian wars are breaking out over the gold. Native people are scared and fleeing their homes. The Colombian government has to watch closely over who is working the mines. The government does not want miners without licenses in the mines, because the government will not be paid royalties on the gold.
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Taming the City of God

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From video.nytimes.com - December 8, 2012 9:45 PM

It was great to see that the police force and is reaching out to the community and changing the people’s prospective of them. It was heartwarming to see the young man who was so angry about his brothers death learn that all the officers are not the same. I hope the efforts by the police will continue after the Olympics


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Matt Mallinson's comment, September 26, 2012 10:20 AM
The government in Brazil better be on top of everything in a few years, the World Cup and the Olympic Games make people crazy sometimes. Most nations are crazy about their nation's sports, especially Brazil.
Derek Ethier's comment, September 30, 2012 7:06 PM
This, like the previous articles, shows how Brazil is now finally trying to improve life for people in favelas. Unfortunately, it is not because they care much about them, but because they do not want the world seeing these horrific neighborhoods during the World Cup. They are also trying to eliminate violence so that people even want to visit their country for the cup. It is all about money and their image on the international stage.
Sam Capron's curator insight, February 20, 9:23 PM

I can respect what the police are trying to accomplish in this area, but on the other hand I have great reservations about their motives. While I believe that the officers themselves have the best intentions at heart, the people that are funding the government and make the top level decisions are clearly only thinking about how the country will be during the time they host the FIFA world cup and the Olympics. Otherwise this endeavor would have taken place years ago when help was really needed, instead of when it is the most beneficial for the elite.
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In Venezuela Housing Crisis, Squatters Find 45-Story Walkup

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From www.nytimes.com - December 8, 2012 9:21 PM

It is amazing that these people all came together to build their own community in the unfinished building. I commend them for helping each other out and trying to make the best of the situation and to use the resources like this building to be able to live and care for their families. It is sad though that the government does not work with these people to maybe finish the building


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Matt Mallinson's comment, September 26, 2012 12:10 PM
It's safe to say that Venezuela needs to build homes for these people, or they will use whatever they can use to survive. I would do the same thing.
Michelle Carvajal's comment, September 27, 2012 4:11 PM
It's sad but at the same time a harsh reality. Even in the US we see places where there are many people living in abandoned buildings or buildings that have been condemned due to pesticide issues. The main question here is whether or not the government will continue to allow these people to live in this location.
Derek Ethier's comment, September 30, 2012 6:46 PM
It is amazing how people band together in times of need. Although it is unfortunate that they have to live in dangerous and sometimes unsanitary conditions, it is better than living on the streets. In some cases, they even have indoor plumbing and other luxuries. I believe that it could be worse for them.
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U.S. Travel To Cuba Grows As Restrictions Are Eased

From www.npr.org - December 8, 2012 8:15 PM

I think it is ridiculous that the US restricted travel to Cuba. We are supposed to be a free country and citizens should be able to decide for themselves if they wish to visit Cuba. I think it is good the Obama administration is lifting regulations. It is even more ridiculous that the one place they restrict travel to is Cuba. You can go to North Korea which is far more dangerous to the US. Yes, Castro and his regime will try to make themselves look good to travelers but as one women who was interviewed said it is up to those who visit to dig deeper if they wish to learn the truth about Cubin politics.


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Matt Mallinson's comment, September 19, 2012 3:32 PM
I feel this is a good and bad situation. I'm not very educated on how Cuba is these days, but from what I've known over the years, Cuba isn't a great place for tourists. I'm sure there are some nice places specifically for tourists to see, but there are many bad areas in Cuba than there are great areas.
Jodi Brindamour's comment, September 20, 2012 11:08 AM
Cuba may not be the best country but people should be able to go where every they want to. If people want to go to Cuba, the governenment should not have restricted them from doing so. I personally do not believe I would ever go myself but for those who want to should be able to.
Derek Ethier's comment, September 20, 2012 10:24 PM
It has been almost 50 years since the United States set their first embargoes against Cuba in place. We are no longer in the Cold War and Cuba poses little threat to our safety. If people wish to vacation in Cuba, or even study there, they should have every right to. Cuba is not a dangerous nation like Haiti and other Latin American countries. Personally, I would enjoy visiting Cuba. The island nation is rich in culture, heritage and history. I am glad the travel restrictions have been eased.
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Border Economies: the Maquiladora Export Landscape

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From infranetlab.org - December 8, 2012 7:11 PM

Although it is good that jobs are coming into Mexico and helping to build areas of the country it is sad that companies are taking advantage of the people by offering lower wages them they would here in the US. The question becomes is any job better then no job?


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Derek Ethier's comment, September 20, 2012 10:15 PM
Developed countries outsourcing jobs has become largely beneficial for developing countries. In the case of Mexico, the residents are given new opportunities in manufacturing jobs that they may have never had before. The industrialization of the border area can only lead to increasing development and hopefully a better standard of living for citizens. Unfortunately, it has the exact opposite effect on the U.S., which is giving away jobs.
Joshua Choiniere's comment, September 26, 2012 11:14 AM
This article is displaying the postive and negative side effects that these Maquiladoras have upon the development of stronger economic economies for such countries as Mexico. These buisnesss that invest in the border of Mexico allow these towns/cities to grow and become industrilized. This provides low skill work for the people of Mexico but the logistics of the companies are still being done in the country that has invested in these places. This is good because it lets countries like the United States keep educated/high paying jobs in the States. The negative aspect is that the only jobs the Mexicans recieve are the low paying uneducated type. However still it has postives for both countries and its something we must get used to because its the way of the future.
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Brazil's economy overtakes UK's

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From www.bbc.co.uk - December 8, 2012 9:48 PM

When I think if Brazil I think of drug wars and rainforests. I have never thought of it as a global economy powerhouse.


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Matt Mallinson's comment, September 26, 2012 10:04 AM
Until learning this, I had no idea Brazil was considered one of the world's top six largest economies. When I think of Brazil I think of rainforests and the amazing city of Rio de Jeneiro, I want to visit there at least once before I die.
Elizabeth Allen's comment, November 16, 2012 5:28 PM
The statistics prove that Brazil is higher ranking economically that the UK. Brazil is succeeding economically. It must have to with their natural resources and financial gains of exporting goods.
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Giant outdoor escalator built in Colombian shantytown

From www.youtube.com - December 8, 2012 9:34 PM

Not everyday you see an escalator outside in a poor community. I wish the video would have talked more about why and what they hope it helps the city with. I am sure the people are glad not to have to walk up and down the steep hill but I have to wonder who is going to maintain it and where will the money come from?


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Brazilian Ethanol

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From www.economist.com - December 8, 2012 8:41 PM

To many times we put our convenience and cost before the environment. To me this is yet another example. With all the technology out there it is still me start looking at ways to bring down cost without killing the world.

 

 


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Joshua Choiniere's comment, September 26, 2012 11:45 AM
With diminsihing sources of Fossil Fuels available and the need to use better cleaner energy. It only makes sensed to try and incorporate sugarcane ethanol into the US in order to achieve this goal. We can't be blinded by poltical voting needs by not trying something just so we can help our corn farmers. Therefore I say we view the pros and cons and try it out, whats the worst that could happen we have a new fuel type for less money?
Michelle Carvajal's comment, September 27, 2012 4:24 PM
Well in this given situation though the benefit would be great to have alternative fuel and hopefully a reduction in price, does it affect the enviroment to the point where it can cause issues for the people of the land where it is being created..Meaning, all politics to the side, will the creation of such fuels and transport of fuels damage the land, cause a lack of resources for the people there etc. I believe this is what is being weighed and it should be since we have already used up most of the natural resources we were provided with.
Derek Ethier's comment, September 30, 2012 6:52 PM
Biofuels are very useful because they are renewable, cheaper and much less harmful to the environment compared to fossil fuels. Although it is a much more viable option in Brazil than the U.S. Sugarcane ethanol production uses few non renewable resources when compared to the U.S. option, corn ethanol.
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In Honduras, Police Accused Of Corruption, Killings

From www.npr.org - December 8, 2012 7:23 PM

I had no idea Honduras was worse it terms of violence then Mexico. How sad for the people of Honduras that the people who are supposed to protect them are adding to the violence. It is sad how the Unites States is playing into it buy giving aid to the police. We here in the US often wonder why people in other countries do not like us. I can see how this would anger and upset that people of Honduras who do not feel safe in their own country because of the corruption with the ploice


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Derek Ethier's comment, September 20, 2012 10:21 PM
Unfortunately, the drug trade business is a lucrative one, especially in Third World countries where there are few other options. With drugs comes violence 100% of the time. To add to the misery, there is corruption in government and in civil servants as well. When the police are contributing to the murder rate, you know you have issues as a nation. This really surprised me, because I had no idea how dangerous Honduras really was. I would have guessed a Sub-Saharan African nation would have been the most violent...
Elizabeth Allen's comment, December 6, 2012 10:03 PM
Corruption is inflicting Honduras. There are many factors causing this. High drug trafficking, poor governemnt system, and high murder rates. to hear that anywhere has a higher murde rate than Mexico- is astounding. And further, to know that many murders at at the hands of police is disturbing. Affiliation in gangs and gang warfare is costing lives. The police seem crooked, so I cannot imagine crime rate will decline anytime soon. It must be bad if the Peace Corp has vacated.
Elizabeth Allen's comment, December 6, 2012 10:03 PM
Corruption is inflicting Honduras. There are many factors causing this. High drug trafficking, poor governemnt system, and high murder rates. to hear that anywhere has a higher murde rate than Mexico- is astounding. And further, to know that many murders at at the hands of police is disturbing. Affiliation in gangs and gang warfare is costing lives. The police seem crooked, so I cannot imagine crime rate will decline anytime soon. It must be bad if the Peace Corp has vacated.
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For Mexico City, a Repurposed Landfill

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From green.blogs.nytimes.com - December 8, 2012 5:50 PM

Wow! What a great idea to use the gas from the landfill to power homes. Although it may only work for a few years it would still be doing something useful with the gas from the landfill. I wonder if they will design their next landfill to be use more energy.


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Matt Mallinson's comment, September 19, 2012 11:32 AM
This idea seems awesome for the country of Mexico. Being able to change a landfill and converting it to energy to supply homes is awesome for any economy. 35,000 homes is a large amount, many families will be better off.
Derek Ethier's comment, September 20, 2012 10:54 PM
The innovative steps being taken by Mexico in this situation greatly surprises me. For an underdeveloped country like Mexico, this plan can likely bring cheap electricity to a greater part of the population. Using waste is a great alternative to fossil fuels which are non-renewable and harmful to the environment. Not only do I think this is a great idea, I think America and other countries should mimic their efforts. This is unlikely because it will put the big electric companies out of business...
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