It is estimated that there are approximately 10 million people in the United States who have some kind of a gambling issue. This is about 2.6% of the entire population. North American Foundation for Gambling Addiction reports that in terms of money, this is around $6 billion of the cost each year for the economy…
Category: Cultures and Societies
Aboriginal People in North America
The Aboriginal, or indigenous, people in North America, were the people who had been living there before Columbus’ arrival in 1492 and their descendents are present even today. Canada Aboriginal Canadians are the original inhabitants of modern-day Canada. There are three groups of indigenous groups in Canada. The First Nations are those south of the…
Social Norms In American Culture
Social norms are a part of our lives we cannot get away from. Humans are social beings, they live in a society, they shape the society and the society shapes them. It is impossible not to be influenced in any manner by the society. We live in a society and unconsciously we accept the rules…
Top Ten Countries In Which Gambling Is Illegal
Gambling has, to a certain extent, always been a part of people’s lives. There is evidence that traces betting and gambling games to 2300 bc China and ancient Egypt. People have always been attracted to gambling and betting. Gambling and betting are extremely profitable industries which raise taxes for the government and a lot of…
Interesting And Creative Inventions From Around The World
People have always been very creative and imaginative. It is in our nature to push the boundaries and try to discover more about the world and to make new inventions that could help us. It is important to make a difference between inventions and discoveries. Discoveries are found in nature, they already exist, they only…