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April 2015 Nepal earthquake  — Research Starter

On April 25, 2015, Nepal experienced a catastrophic earthquake measuring between 7.8 and 8.1 in magnitude, marking it as the worst natural disaster in the country since 1934. The earthquake resulted…

2015 Mount Everest avalanches  — Research Starter

In April 2015, a devastating series of avalanches struck Mount Everest following a powerful earthquake in Nepal, resulting in the tragic loss of 22 lives and leaving 61 others injured. The earthquakes…

United Services Automobile Association (USAA)  — Research Starter

The United Services Automobile Association (USAA) is a private financial services and insurance company headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, founded in 1922 by a group of army officers. It primarily…

Personality psychology  — Research Starter

Personality psychology is the study of the patterns and behaviors that shape an individual's outward personality, as well as the underlying psychological processes that influence their inner self.…

People skills  — Research Starter

People skills refer to the interpersonal abilities that facilitate effective interactions with others in various settings, including school, work, and community environments. These skills encompass a…

Paternity leave  — Research Starter

Paternity leave is a benefit that allows fathers to take time off work following the birth or adoption of their child. While maternity leave has been established for a longer period, paternity leave…

Organ trade  — Research Starter

Organ trade refers to the commercial exchange of human organs, primarily for transplantation purposes. This practice has emerged as a significant issue in bioethics due to a stark imbalance between…

Optimism (psychology)  — Research Starter

Optimism, in the realm of psychology, is characterized as a positive approach to life that influences how individuals perceive and interpret events. Optimists typically maintain a belief in the…

Objectivism (philosophical system)  — Research Starter

Objectivism is a philosophical and political system founded by Russian American writer Ayn Rand in the 20th century, primarily articulated through her novels *The Fountainhead* and *Atlas Shrugged*.…