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World at Risk
Twenty years ago Ulrich Beck published Risk Society, a book that called our attention to the dangers of environmental catastrophes and changed the way we think about contemporary societies.During the last two decades, the dangers highlighted by Beck have taken on new forms and assumed ever greater significance.Terrorism has shifted to a global arena, financial crises have produced worldwide consequences that are difficult to control and politicians have been forced to accept that climate change is not idle speculation.In short, we have come to see that today we live in a world at risk.A new feature of our world risk society is that risk is produced for political gain.This political use of risk means that fear creeps into modern life.A need for security encroaches on our liberty and our view of equality. However, Beck is anything but an alarmist and believes that the anticipation of catastrophe can fundamentally change global politics.We have the opportunity today to reconfigure power in terms of what Beck calls a 'cosmopolitan material politics’. World at Risk is a timely and far-reaching analysis of the structural dynamics of the modern world, the global nature of risk and the future of global politics by one of the most original and exciting social thinkers writing today.
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Risk in the Roman World
Modern risk studies have viewed the inhabitants of the ancient world as being both dominated by fate and exposed to fewer risks, but this very readable and groundbreaking new book challenges these views.It shows that the Romans inhabited a world full of danger and also that they not only understood uncertainty but employed a variety of ways to help to affect future outcomes.The first section focuses on the range of cultural attitudes and traditional practices that served to help control risk, particularly among the non-elite population.The book also examines the increasingly sophisticated areas of expertise, such as the law, logistics and maritime loans, which served to limit uncertainty in a systematic manner.Religious expertise in the form of dream interpretation and oracles also developed new ways of dealing with the future and the implicit biases of these sources can reveal much about ancient attitudes to risk.
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Risk and Crisis Management in the Public Sector
Every decision that is made by managers and policy-makers in a public sector organization requires an evaluation and a judgement of the risks involved.This vital requirement has been recognised in the growth of risk management.However, risks can never be fully prevented, which means that public managers also have to be crisis managers.Today’s crises develop in unseen ways; they escalate rapidly and transform through the interdependencies of modern society, and their frequency is growing: the global financial crisis, the European volcanic ash cloud, the Japanese tsunami and subsequent Fukushima nuclear plant meltdown, the Christchurch earthquake and the Queensland floods.All highlight the extreme challenges that public sector organizations across the world have had to face in recent years.Risk and Crisis Management in the Public Sector Second Edition responds to these challenges by presenting the only guide for public managers and public management students which combines lessons about risk and crisis management together in a single, accessible text.It equips readers and public managers with the knowledge and skills to understand key issues and debates, as well as the capacity to treat risks and better prepare for, respond to and recover from crisis episodes.This exciting new edition enhances the original text with contemporary cases and a greater focus on the international, trans-boundary and multi-agency dimensions of risk and crisis management.These enhancements reflect the fact that today’s public manager must increasingly operate within a global and interdependent governance context.
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Deterrence, Diplomacy and the Risk of Conflict Over Taiwan
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine confirmed that revived great-power competition has heightened the prospect of global conflict, while restoring the concept of deterrence to centre stage.The stakes in a conflict in East Asia, however, would be even higher than those in Ukraine.A war over Taiwan could bring the United States and China, the world’s two greatest powers, into a direct military conflict which would represent a contest for regional or global leadership and would be likely to draw other powers into the fight.Such a war – in which the nuclear question would be ever-present – can currently be described as ‘possible, avoidable, but potentially catastrophic’. In this Adelphi book, Bill Emmott evaluates the diplomatic and deterrence strategies that countries in and outside the Indo-Pacific region are using to try to reduce the risk of that conflict occurring.This book examines these strategies in the light of the lessons of the Ukraine war and identifies yardsticks with which to gauge their potential effectiveness and sustainability.Our goal, Emmott argues, must be for all sides to regard such a US–China conflict as ‘inevitably catastrophic and therefore inconceivable’.
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Which risk do you prefer: normal risk or deluxe risk?
I prefer normal risk because it allows for a balance between potential reward and potential loss. Deluxe risk may offer higher potential rewards, but it also comes with a higher likelihood of significant loss. Normal risk allows for a more conservative approach to managing potential risks and rewards, which aligns with my preference for stability and security.
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Is Germany at risk of being torn apart by an ethnic conflict?
Germany is not currently at risk of being torn apart by an ethnic conflict. While there are tensions surrounding issues of immigration and integration, the country has a strong legal framework and institutions in place to manage diversity and promote social cohesion. Additionally, Germany has a history of addressing its past and promoting reconciliation, which has helped to prevent the escalation of ethnic conflicts. Overall, while challenges exist, Germany is actively working to address them and prevent any potential ethnic conflicts from tearing the country apart.
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What is the risk of supporting a woman in a life crisis?
Supporting a woman in a life crisis can come with the risk of emotional strain and burnout for the person providing support. It may also involve navigating complex and challenging situations that can be emotionally draining. Additionally, there is a risk of becoming too emotionally involved and potentially losing objectivity in the situation. It's important for the supporter to practice self-care and set boundaries to mitigate these risks.
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Should I take a second risk and risk a second rejection?
Taking a second risk and risking a second rejection can be a difficult decision. It's important to consider the potential benefits of taking the risk, as well as the potential consequences of facing rejection again. If the potential rewards outweigh the potential negative outcomes, and if you believe that the risk is worth taking, then it may be worth considering taking the second risk. However, it's also important to take into account your emotional well-being and to consider whether you are prepared to handle another rejection. Ultimately, the decision to take a second risk is a personal one and should be carefully considered based on your individual circumstances.
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From the co-publisher of acclaimed poetry press Omnidawn, Risk engages directly with limitations, both those that structure the literal form of the poems and literary form and those that are both unavoidable and self-inflicted.In Risk, award-winning poet Rusty Morrison uses a constraining form of seven-syllable segments with breaks between to explore questions of limitation.In these poems, she is not just writing about constraints, but living inside and seeing how to manage them.In this way, the speaker of these poems actively experiences limitations as event, not aftermath.Drawing on the idea of philosopher and critic Hélène Cixous who writes that "the border makes up the homeland, it prohibits and gives passage in the same stroke," in Risk Morrison aims where the border and framings she uses offer understanding and where boundaries should be pushed against and passed beyond, as frightening as that might be.
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Crisis in Korea : America, China and the Risk of War
The South Korean warship Cheonan was sunk in mysterious circumstances on 26 March 2010.The remarkable events that followed are analysed by Tim Beal and woven into a larger study of the increasingly volatile relations between North and South Korea and US concern about the rise of China. South Korea's stance towards the North has hardened significantly since the new conservative government came to power.Beal argues that the South moved quickly to use the sinking of the Cheonan to put international pressure on the North, even before the cause of the sinking had been established.The US followed suit by attempting to pressurise China into condemning North Korea.The media reports at the time presented an open and shut case of unprovoked North Korean aggression, but the evidence points towards the accidental triggering of a South Korean mine as the cause and South Korean fabrication to incriminate the North. With the South bent on forcing the fall of the North's regime with US help and China unlikely to stand idly by, this book offers an essential guide to the key factors behind the crisis and possible solutions.
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Soviet Risk-Taking and Crisis Behavior : A Theoretical and Empirical Analysis
Soviet Risk-Taking and Crisis Behavior, first published in 1982, examines the question: for what purposes and under what conditions were Soviet leaders prepared to take risks in international relations?The first part of the book sets out to define the concept of risk and to examine its analytical relevance for foreign policy, its measurement and its relation to the dynamics of crisis.The second part consists of in-depth analysis of Soviet behavior in the Berlin crises of 1948 and 1961.The third and last part compares Soviet policy in the two crises, and the actions of the two different leaderships, as well as relating it to Soviet behavior in other geographical areas.
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X-Risk
How humanity came to contemplate its possible extinction. From forecasts of disastrous climate change to prophecies of evil AI superintelligences and the impending perils of genome editing, our species is increasingly concerned with the prospects of its own extinction.With humanity's future on this planet seeming more insecure by the day, in the twenty-first century, existential risk has become the object of a growing field of serious scientific inquiry.But, as Thomas Moynihan shows in X-Risk, this preoccupation is not exclusive to the post-atomic age of global warming and synthetic biology.Our growing concern with human extinction itself has a history.Tracing this untold story, Moynihan revisits the pioneers who first contemplated the possibility of human extinction and stages the historical drama of this momentous discovery.He shows how, far from being a secular reprise of religious prophecies of apocalypse, existential risk is a thoroughly modern idea, made possible by the burgeoning sciences and philosophical tumult of the Enlightenment era.In recollecting how we first came to care for our extinction, Moynihan reveals how today's attempts to measure and mitigate existential threats are the continuation of a project initiated over two centuries ago, which concerns the very vocation of the human as a rational, responsible, and future-oriented being.
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Isn't the risk of a third world war compared to the consequences of climate change the greater risk for humanity?
While the risk of a third world war is a significant concern, the consequences of climate change pose a greater and more imminent risk for humanity. Climate change has the potential to cause widespread and irreversible damage to the planet, leading to extreme weather events, rising sea levels, food and water shortages, and displacement of millions of people. These consequences could have devastating impacts on global stability and security. Therefore, addressing climate change is crucial in order to mitigate these risks and protect the future of humanity.
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Would you risk it?
As an AI, I do not have the capacity to take risks or make decisions based on emotions or personal preferences. However, I can provide information and analysis to help individuals make informed decisions about whether or not to take risks based on their own circumstances and risk tolerance. Ultimately, the decision to take a risk depends on the potential benefits, the likelihood of success, and the individual's willingness to accept the potential consequences.
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Is life a risk?
Life inherently involves risk, as we are constantly faced with uncertainty and the potential for negative outcomes. From making decisions about our careers, relationships, and health, to simply crossing the street, we are always exposed to some level of risk. However, it is important to remember that taking risks can also lead to growth, learning, and new opportunities. Ultimately, how we navigate and manage these risks is what shapes our experiences and defines our lives.
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What is the risk of a heart attack with a substance-induced anxiety disorder?
The risk of a heart attack with a substance-induced anxiety disorder can be increased due to the physiological effects of the substance on the body. Substances like stimulants or alcohol can elevate heart rate and blood pressure, which can put additional strain on the heart and increase the risk of a heart attack. Additionally, the anxiety and stress caused by the substance-induced disorder can also contribute to an increased risk of heart attack. It is important for individuals with substance-induced anxiety disorders to seek medical help and address both the substance use and the anxiety to reduce the risk of heart complications.
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