Global Englishes

INTRODUCTION: A CALL FOR PEACE, DECENCY AND STABILITY IN GLOBAL POLITICS- THE DONALD J. TRUMP’S SHINNING EXAMPLE "I will be the greatest jobs president that God ever created." Context: Donald Trump made this promise during his 2016 campaign, positioning himself as someone who would revive American manufacturing and reduce unemployment, especially among working-class Americans. He often cited job growth during his presidency as one of his major accomplishments. Today, in our world, there is an urgent clarion call. "A Call for Peace, Decency and Stability in Global Politics, is no doubts, ...

From seizing superyachts to manipulating the global price of oil to trying to block the sale of military technology to Russia, we learn how the White House coordinated with top officials in London and Brussels to freeze a staggering $300 billion in foreign currency reserves accumulated in the West by Russia’s central bank. Mobilizing an army of white collar-crime investigators and experts on international law, Baker explores how the West has cracked down on illicit Russian money by targeting oligarchs, one superyacht at a time, and their enablers around the world.

1549. Convinced he’s destined to fulfill a whispered prophecy, Friar Diego de Landa labors to convert the Maya of the Yucatán Peninsula. Discovering a brutal Spanish landowner persecuting the native population, Friar Diego determines to protect them and punish the cruel man. 2010. Cortez Vuscar is convinced his father will return if he can grow their church’s congregation. Certain he’s found his true love, Cortez sets out to win her from her wealthy, unfaithful boyfriend. But his fascination with the literature she’s reading infects his mind with a deadly descent into madness.

From 2016 to 2020, Jacob Helberg led Google’s global internal product policy efforts to combat disinformation and foreign interference. During this time, he found himself in the midst of what can only be described as a quickly escalating two-front technology cold war between democracy and autocracy.

The NYU Stern School of Business is one of the top business schools in the world thanks to the leading academics, researchers, and provocative thinkers who call it home. In Regulating Wall Street: The New Architecture of Global Finance, an impressive group of the Stern school's top authorities on finance combine their expertise in capital markets, risk management, banking, and derivatives to assess the strengths and weaknesses of new regulations in response to the recent global financial crisis.

Do you yearn for a life filled with inner peace and tranquility, even amidst a world of turmoil? In the idyllic village of Abyei, a young woman named Nyakor grapples with this very question. Peace seems to blanket her village, yet a disquieting sense of unease lingers. How can they claim tranquility when the world around them is engulfed by conflict? Seeking answers, Nyakor turns to Panyim, the revered elder whose wisdom runs as deep as the village river. Panyim reveals a profound truth: true peace begins within. Living Peacefully is your invitation to join Nyakor and Panyim on a ...

When I was watching The West Wing during its original run, I was appreciative of how Aaron Sorkin and his team didn’t just serve up good drama, but built stories out of what was going on in the real world. And as time passed after the series ended, and I re-watched it over and over, I was struck by how prescient it turned out to be: many things that seemed pure fiction on the show ended up happening on the news, from the nuclear tensions of India/Pakistan and North Korea to government shutdowns to US senators holding up military promotions to get their own way. The first volume of this ...

A freighter carrying top-secret computers of unparalleled capability disappears in the Western Pacific. While searching for a lost treasure that once belonged to the famous Chinese pirate queen, Ching Shih, Kurt Austin and Joe Zavala are redirected to look for the missing vessel. Discovering that the sinking of the ship is just part of an intricate web of deception, they find themselves in the middle of a cyber-war between rival groups of hackers, both of whom want to control the flow of data around the world.

When the superbeing Kelahira came to Earth, she brought four rings of power. In time, she chose four heroes to carry those rings in her name. And together, they saved the world, time and again. Now, those glory days are at an end. A cabal of supervillains have studied Kelahira's power and want to claim it for their own. To do so, they will target the ringbearers, even if it means chopping off their hands. Once the rings are within their grasp, Maximilian Torsher, Dr. Rotu Vesuvius, Atomo, and PHALANX will go to work on the rest of the world. Dark days lie ahead. Who will stand in the way of...

This charming and entertaining guide offers listeners the chance to learn and be inspired by the "untranslatable" beliefs and unique perspectives on how to live a happier life from countries around the world.

Cambridge economist Ha-Joon Chang brilliantly debunked many of the predominant myths of neoclassical economics. Now, in an entertaining and accessible primer, he explains how the global economy actually works - in real-world terms. Writing with irreverent wit, a deep knowledge of history and a disregard for conventional economic pieties, Chang offers insights that will never be found in the textbooks.

What if your greatest calling lies not within your comfort zone—but among cultures, languages, and people you’ve never met? Millions perish without ever hearing the name of Jesus—not because they rejected Him, but because no one ever told them. The time to remain silent is over. You were born for more. You were called for this. In an increasingly globalized world filled with cultural barriers, religious pluralism, and spiritual darkness, the Church is at a critical crossroads. Many believers feel the tug of the Great Commission but are unsure how to respond. How do you effectively ...

As a new administration focuses on raising American energy production, O'Sullivan's Windfall describes how new energy realities have profoundly affected the world of international relations and security. New technologies led to oversupplied oil markets and an emerging natural gas glut. This did more than drive down prices. It changed the structure of markets and altered the way many countries wield power and influence.

In 1899, railroad magnate Edward H. Harriman organized a most unusual summer voyage to the wilds of Alaska: He converted a steamship into a luxury "floating university", populated by some of America's best and brightest scientists and writers, including the anti-capitalist eco-prophet, John Muir. Armed with Dramamine and an industrial-strength mosquito net, Mark Adams sets out to retrace the 1899 expedition. Using the state's intricate public ferry system, the Alaska Marine Highway System, Adams travels 3,000 miles.

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When Kurt Austin and Joe Zavala investigate a mass stranding of aquatic life in the Indian Ocean, they accidentally uncover a much deeper mystery. A strange figure soon steals NUMA’s findings, forcing a high-speed chase—someone really didn’t want them examining those dead whales. But who, and why? A cryptic text through the NUMA satellite network makes things still stranger: these odd phrases and numbers look like NUMA codes. But who could be tantalizing the crew with such specific knowledge of their tech?

Global Marketing: Strategies for a Connected World is the definitive roadmap for anyone seeking to excel in today’s internationally integrated marketplace. Drawing on cutting-edge research, real-world case studies, and hands-on frameworks, this comprehensive guide reveals how to: Identify High-Potential Markets: Use robust analysis techniques to spot growth opportunities in diverse regions. Adapt Products and Brands: Implement best practices for balancing global consistency with local customization. Leverage Digital and Social Platforms: Master e-commerce, influencer marketing, and cross-...

For more than half a century, the United States has been pursuing a grand imperial strategy with the aim of staking out the globe. Our leaders have shown themselves willing, as in the Cuban missile crisis, to follow the dream of dominance no matter how high the risks. Now the Bush administration is intensifying this process, driving us toward the final frontiers of imperial control, toward a choice between the prerogatives of power and a livable Earth.

Navigate the Future of Energy with Confidence: Unlock the Power of LNG! As the world shifts towards cleaner, more sustainable energy sources, Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) is becoming a pivotal player in the global energy landscape. The Future of Energy: Opportunities and Risks in the Global LNG Boomoffers a comprehensive and insightful examination of the LNG industry, exploring its current state and the vast potential it holds for the future.Why LNG Matters: A Deep Dive into the Future of Energy This essential guide provides a thorough understanding of LNG's growing importance in the global ...

Author and veteran trader Troy Noonan draws on his decades-long career spent in the trenches of the foreign currency markets to outline the exact path that new forex traders should take. The book presents insights distilled from thousands of trades on the global forex markets, including guidance on technical and fundamental analysis, interpreting charts, and mastering the psychology of successful forex traders.