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When crisis strikes, will you know what to do? Emergencies don’t follow a script. That’s why The Emergency ABCs offers a flexible, easy-to-remember framework built around 26 simple actions and principles—from Assess and Breathe, to React, Wait, and Zero In. Whether you're facing a personal emergency, natural disaster, or moment of mass confusion, this book helps you stay clear-headed, focused, and ready to act. You’ll learn how to: Stay calm when everything feels out of control Prioritize what matters most in chaotic moments Communicate clearly, improvise solutions, and make fast ...

An optimistic vision of the future after Covid-19 by a leading professor of globalisation at the University of Oxford. We are at a crossroads. The wrecking-ball of Covid-19 has destroyed global norms. Many think that after the devastation there will be a bounce back. To Ian Goldin, Professor of Development and Globalisation at the University of Oxford, this is a retrograde notion. He believes that this crisis can create opportunities for change, just as the Second World War forged the ideas behind the Beveridge Report. 

Wie gerecht kann eine Welt in der Klimakrise sein? Der Klimawandel trifft uns nicht alle gleich. Friederike Otto liefert anhand von acht extremen Wetterereignissen konkrete Beispiele, was die wirklichen Ursachen sind, wer besonders betroffen ist und vor allem: Was Klimagerechtigkeit tatsächlich bedeutet und was dafür noch getan werden muss.

International non-governmental organisations (INGOs) have emerged over the past few decades as the dominant institution in the civil society ecosystem, garnering a disproportionate amount of both resources and power in the international arena. Local actors continue to be marginalised and largely excluded from decision-making. Many often act as little more than sub-contractors to the INGO sector or face direct competition as INGOs have sought to set up their own ‘local’ organisations. But this dominant position is under threat. INGOs are now on the precipice of decline, having to face up...

Disaster strikes often without any notice. A simple storm may turn out to be very devastating in a few hours. An earthquake can strike at any time without any forewarning. Anything can happen without leaving much time for preparation. This is why it is important to be ready way ahead, even without any news or indication of impending disaster. Preparedness is key to survival.

A revised and extended edition of the popular Crimes Against Health and Safety, this classic dissects the popular myths promoted by traditional criminology, uncovers who the real criminals are, and the extent of their dreadful crimes. The authors have written a new Introduction specially for this Kindle edition. CONTENTS: 1.Quiet Violence. 2.Corporate Crime: Definition and History. 3.Calling a Crime a Crime. 4.Conventional Laws for Unconventional Crimes. 5.Regulating Health and Safety. 6.Green Criminology: Corporate Violence and the Environment. 7.Explaining Corporate Violence. 9....

With an introduction by Rory Stewart Winner of the Guardian First Book award, a first-hand account one of the defining outrages of modern history. All at once, as it seemed, something we could have only imagined was upon us - and we could still only imagine it. This is what fascinates me most in...

California isn’t just a land of sunshine and scenic beauty—it’s a frontline for natural disasters. Survive the Season: California is your year-round preparedness guide for the three biggest threats to life, property, and peace of mind: wildfires, droughts, and floods. Written in clear, practical language, this book walks you through every stage of survival and recovery. Whether you're dealing with an encroaching wildfire, conserving water in a drought-prone community, or preparing for flash floods and atmospheric rivers, this guide has you covered.

In a world forever changed by COVID-19, understanding the pandemic's impact is crucial. This book delves into the science, societal shifts, and lasting effects of a once-in-a-century event. Discover why COVID-19 was different, and explore the virus's structure, transmission, and the global response. - Learn about the science behind SARS-CoV-2 and its zoonotic origins. - Understand the global response, from early warnings to public health measures. - Explore vaccine development, medical advances, and the strain on healthcare systems. - Examine the social and economic impact, including remote...

Today's world is closely linked through fast travel and trade. The book "Aviation Security: International Perspective" explores the topic of security from a global view. This guide is perfect for a range of readers, including professionals, scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in air travel security. It gives a wide look at the challenges and complexities of keeping flights secure today, starting with a look back at the history of aviation up to now. The book goes deep into international rules and the roles of major organizations like the International Civil Aviation Organization ...

The world as we know it is changing, again. Pandemics are an inescapable reality. The interconnectedness of the world means that a new virus today can become a global outbreak tomorrow. It’s happened before, and it will happen again. And when it does, life as we know it alters considerably. Social distancing is here to stay; it will upend our way of life, in some ways forever.

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A groundbreaking new perspective on catastrophes throughout human history, with vital lessons for our future 'This book upended my understanding of the ancient world' Zoë Schlanger, author of The Light Eaters 'Lizzie Wade is an exceptional journalist and a master storyteller' Ed Yong, author of...

Flooding has a strange way of sneaking into people’s lives. It rarely arrives with the drama of a tornado tearing rooftops away or the unmistakable violence of an earthquake. Most floods begin quietly. A heavy rain that lasts a little longer than expected. A creek that looks fuller than usual on your drive home. A storm surge forecast that sounds serious but familiar. Then suddenly streets are rivers, basements are aquariums, and the normal rules of daily life no longer apply. I learned early on that water does not care about plans, schedules, or excuses. It moves where it wants, when it ...

Wir können die Klimawende schaffen! Dr. Hannah Ritchie ist Senior Researcher im Programm für globale Entwicklung an der Universität Oxford. Sie ist stellvertretende Redakteurin und leitende Forscherin bei der einflussreichen Publikation Our World in Data , die die neuesten Daten und Forschungsergebnisse zu den größten Problemen der Welt zusammenfasst und für ein breites Publikum zugänglich macht. Ihre Forschungsergebnisse erscheinen regelmäßig u. a. in der New York Times , dem Economist , der Financial Times und der BBC .

From the historical roots of the concept of risk to the latest digital anxieties, each chapter unfolds a captivating narrative, weaving together major historical incidents and topical news events. Explore the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and witness the transformative power of risk perception. Travel to Fukushima and learn how a nuclear disaster shapes our approach to designing critical infrastructure. Dive into the digital realm with the Cambridge Analytica scandal, revealing a new era of digital risk and anxiety.

Drawing on databases of cases filed, news reports, and other sources, Susan M. Sterett argues that governing during the pandemic must include the human institutions intertwined with the effects of the virus. Those institutions reveal problems well beyond the reach of technical expertise. Failures in private insurance as a way of governing risk, conflicts about the primacy of religion, government authority, and health, are problems that predated the pandemic and will persist in future disasters.

As we all know, our everyday foods have their respective life spans. While some may last a little bit longer than others, there are also some that can last for more than a week, or at least for a couple of days. More often than not, we are not able to consume the food within its given shelf life. So we just wish we can prolong its freshness. If you face the same problem, here is good news: You no longer have to worry about wasting food because you can always can and preserve it!

Tjernobyl, och två andra katastrofer är en samling som fördjupar sig i några av de mest omskakande händelserna i modern europeisk historia. Samlingen belyser tre katastrofer och ger en inblick i utredningarna och räddningsinsatserna som följde i deras kölvatten. Samlingen har tidigare publicerats som enskilda titlar. Ur polisens perspektiv utforskas Tjernobylkatastrofen, en händelse som inte bara skakade den forna Sovjetrepubliken Ukraina, utan även Sverige och stora delar av Europa, den fruktansvärda Estoniakatastrofen, samt den ödesdigra vårdagen då M/S Scandinavian Star fattade eld i Skagerrak.