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The World Is Not Falling Apart

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  1. John Shand says:

    Why is it that bad news sells? Is that a perception of the media or is it reality ? If so why?Apparently social media is more influential in as much as it appears the young in particular feel the need to excel in suffering with mental health issues. The Woke generation have only encouraged this. Much of this has been fostered by academics who appear to have little idea of reality. Common sense would show just how fortunate we are. Sadly it’s a rare commodity.

    • Well put John

      Apparently bad news sells because of human’s ingrained fight or flight mentality from the hunter gatherer days. We are always concerned about impending threats. Whereas good news is pleasing but doesn’t get the attention of bad news.

  2. John Foulsham says:

    Hi Campbell
    Thanks for your latest blog and as usual interesting. The good news is that over time I believe we go forward, but sometimes two steps forward one back.
    I’m interested in Quantum Computing, which I believe will or is starting to gain traction. A number of the ‘Big Boy’ tech Co’s are now making some noises. Some time back you produced an interesting Quantum Blog. Just wondering if you still have it on hand could you kindly send it through to me again.
    Hope all is going well with you and wishing you a healthy & safe 2025.
    Cheers
    Foulsh

  3. David says:

    I was under the impression that crime in general, murders, and violent deaths (including wars insurrections etc) have been declining over decades as the levels of poverty have improved (and other factors obviously). The figure for war deaths globally may have increased somewhat in the last few years with the wars in Ukraine, middle east and Africa. I couldnt find recent figures in a brief search.

    • David

      It appears that crime murders and violent deaths have been decreasing in countries as they become educated and more affluent. Gemini provides the following answer:

      “It’s difficult to provide a precise table with figures for crime, murders, and violent deaths spanning 100 or even 50 years globally. Here’s why:

      Data Collection Inconsistency:

      Early Periods: Reliable, consistent data collection on crime wasn’t standardized across regions for much of the past.
      Definitions Vary: Definitions of “crime,” “murder,” and “violent death” have evolved over time, making historical comparisons challenging.
      Reporting Bias: Historical reporting of crime was often incomplete or influenced by social and political factors.
      Wars and Conflict:

      Significant Fluctuation: Global events like wars (World Wars, regional conflicts) drastically skew violent death figures, making long-term trends less meaningful.
      Data Limitations: Accurate data on war-related deaths can be difficult to obtain, especially in historical conflicts.
      General Trends (with significant caveats):

      Crime:

      Long-term: Globally, crime rates have likely fluctuated significantly throughout history, influenced by factors like economic conditions, social unrest, and technological advancements.
      Recent Decades: In many developed countries, overall crime rates have shown a general decline in recent decades.
      Murders:

      Varied Trends: Murder rates vary drastically by region and over time. Some periods have seen significant increases (e.g., the late 20th century in some Western countries), while others have witnessed declines.
      Violent Deaths (including war):

      Major Declines: The frequency of large-scale, highly destructive wars has decreased significantly in recent decades compared to the first half of the 20th century.
      Continued Conflict: However, localized conflicts, terrorism, and other forms of violence continue to cause significant numbers of deaths globally.
      Where to Find Data (with limitations):

      United Nations: Organizations like the UN may have some global data on crime and violence, though it may not be as comprehensive or detailed for historical periods.
      Academic Research: Scholars specializing in criminology, history, and political science may have conducted research on these topics, often with more nuanced analyses of historical trends.”

      Gemini then suggested viewing https://dataunodc.un.org/dp-intentional-homicide-victims

      Summarising, it seems logical that increased wealth and education are big factors in reducing crime and homicides.

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