Globally, is social interaction, more, less or similarly chaotic.

Well, we would first need to establish whether the AA's evolved in isolation from single celled organisms.

Or did they just rock up previously and assume that Canada was theirs.

Irrelevant. There is only one thought in the mind of a raider.

You built it, now I want it.

Canada is famous for its wide variety of winter sports, with ice hockey being the national winter sport, alongside immensely popular activities like skiing, snowboarding, ice skating (especially on the Rideau Canal), snowshoeing, curling, and unique options such as dog sledding, ice fishing, snowkiting, and ice climbing, making it a premier global destination for cold-weather recreation and competition. 

Yes, I suppose that hunter gathering is less popular these days, so folk need alternative mental and physical outlets.

Did the AA's build much?

Ask the Vikings. Or the Mongols if you are into that part of the world.

It’s weird though, people talk like building castles was just medieval flexing, but those stone walls are the reason Europe even had the stability to create writing traditions, universities, architecture, and eventually the Renaissance. You don’t get Da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Gallileo without a whole lot of dudes stacking rocks for 500 years instead of sleeping in boats and tents.

The development of intellect, associated knowledge and technological development doesn't seem to make much, if any difference to ongoing levels of general human stupidity.

Our scientific power has outrun our spiritual power. We have guided missiles and misguided men. - Martin Luther King Jr.

Our scientific power has outrun our spiritual power. We have guided missiles and misguided men. - Martin Luther King Jr.

Wow! That is a great line of thought. Thank You! Lets see what counter cons we will receive for to MLKs thoughts.

Pros and cons to everything is an old saying perhaps.

While Canada isn't physically "inaccessible," its vast, sparsely populated geography, harsh northern climate, and historical focus on resource extraction made large parts uninhabitable and its economy tied to Britain, creating a perception of remoteness and limited global political "weight," though it's a significant player in international bodies and trade, with recent concerns about declining diplomatic influence despite high quality of life rankings

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Geographic Isolation & Sparseness

1. Vast & Empty North: 80% of Canada is uninhabited, with the "Frozen North" featuring long, cold winters, heavy snow, and permafrost, making large areas physically challenging.
2. Population Concentration: Two-thirds of Canadians live within 100 km of the US border, highlighting how geographically shielded and sparsely populated the country is. 

Historical & Economic Factors

1. Mercantilist Roots: Early development focused on extracting resources (furs, timber) for Britain, limiting industrialization compared to the US.
2. National Policy: Later efforts (railways, tariffs) spurred growth, but resource dependency remained a theme. 

Diplomatic & Global Perception

1. Historical Invisibility: For years, Canadian politics received little international attention, even in the UK.
2. Declining Influence: Recent articles suggest a decline in Canada's diplomatic relevance, noting exclusion from major alliances like AUKUS and limited military contributions to global missions.
3. Strong Quality of Life: Despite diplomatic concerns, Canada consistently ranks high for quality of life, human rights, safety, and sustainability. 

Modern Connections

1. Integrated Economy: Canada's economy is deeply integrated with the US, and it's a member of key global organizations (UN, G7, WTO).
2. Travel & Trade: While vast, Canada is connected by air, sea, and trade, with high recognition in travel guides for its natural beauty and welcoming nature. 

A lot to do with the complacency of isolation I suppose, and also associated cultural and intellectual development. Where evolutionary success hinged upon the necessity of protection and survival.

But global social development, is a big thesis to research and compile when I'm eating my porridge.

Yes, it would be controversial to say that MLK had no impact upon US social and cultural development.

Though how that impacted upon human intellectual and material progress is unclear.

Though I would suggest that guided missiles are an unfortunate but necessary outcome or biproduct of technological development.

Whereas spirituality is an oftentimes misinterpreted physiological function.

At the end of the day MLK has been, gone and is being forgotten, whereas scientific discovery will continue to outrun us.

Yes, it would be controversial to say that MLK had no impact upon US social and cultural development.

Experience { Spirit-2 } > Spirirtual-1 Meta-space mind/intellect/concepts and ego > technology { the wagon..auto..train } > mass-production...mass-destruction...mass-congestion > mass-pollution

Though how that impacted upon human intellectual and material progress is unclear.

Mass-protests { multi-colored }.....collective spiritual freedom, justice, fairness.....change of laws and attitudes with global effects { afrikana apartheid some years later }

Though I would suggest that guided missiles are an unfortunate but necessary outcome or biproduct of technological development.

Necessary is the key word there that is susceptible to change based on human evolutionary pathways from naked and ignorant to kill or be killed

Whereas spirituality is an oftentimes misinterpreted physiological function

Less complex Animals > ( (| oOoO ) < humans more complex

At the end of the day MLK has been, gone and is being forgotten, whereas scientific discovery will continue to outrun us.

What goes around comes around sooner or later with biologic functioning.

Technology becomes more effective, effiecient, accesable, etc aka ephemeralization.

Humans > tech > mass-pollutions > potential global apocalypse > (O) < potential humanitarian, evolutionary pathway globally.

Martin Luther King Jr.'s impact on American culture is profound, shifting national consciousness towards racial equality through nonviolent protest, inspiring landmark legislation like the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act, embedding his "I Have a Dream" vision into national discourse, creating a federal holiday (MLK Day), and inspiring ongoing movements for justice, economic fairness, and human rights globally. His principles of peaceful resistance and powerful oratory became a cultural touchstone, shaping education, media, and political language for generations, even as public perception of his legacy continues to evolve. 

Legislative & Political Impact

1. Landmark Laws: His leadership was crucial in passing the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, dismantling legal segregation.
2. National Holiday: MLK Jr. Day became a federal holiday, observed as a national day of service, cementing his place in American memory. 

Cultural & Social Impact

1. "I Have a Dream" Speech: Became a defining moment in American history, a standard for calls to justice, and a source of national inspiration for equality.
2. Nonviolent Resistance: His philosophy of peaceful protest against injustice (civil disobedience) became a model for social movements worldwide, influencing activists for labor, economic, and environmental justice.
3. Media & Education: His speeches and story are taught in schools, referenced in media, and continue to shape dialogue on race and equity. 

Enduring Legacy & Inspiration

1. Modern Activism: His work inspires contemporary leaders like Stacey Abrams (voting rights) and scholars like Ibram X. Kendi (anti-racism), linking struggles for justice across generations.
2. Beyond Race: His focus extended to poverty, labor rights, and war, expanding the concept of human rights in America.
3. Global Influence: Inspired freedom movements beyond the U.S., drawing from and influencing figures like Mahatma Gandhi. 

Evolving Perception

1. Shifting Views: While initially viewed less favorably by many Americans during the height of the movement (1960s), public approval of King has dramatically increased over time, reaching near-universal favorability by the 2010s, though debates over his full legacy persist. 

As it is recorded by "scholars".

And forgotten by the masses.

I'm not certain that human society is any less factional and discriminatory than it was previously.

The world is undeniably more technologically advanced than ever, with unprecedented leaps in computing, medicine, communication, and space exploration, driven by an exponential rate of change over the last few centuries, especially the last few decades. While ancient civilizations had remarkable knowledge, modern society surpasses them in scientific understanding, engineering, and sheer technological power, even as debates continue about potential past advanced cultures or different paths of progress. 

Yes.

Though I would say that some ancient civilisations developed a greater understanding of materialism and environment than other civilisations might have done.

Which is a truism and literally remarkable.

Nonetheless they also did daft stuff, just as we do today.

Sarge, global humanity has some locally non-stupid{?} moments of intellectual humor. Will Ferrell, Christopher Walken and whoever the writers are.

If you dont have a sense of humor then its not funny.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVsQLlk-T0s

Yes, 

Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) was indeed a profound thinker who respected both science and religion, viewing them as complementary forces, not rivals, with science providing knowledge (power) and religion offering wisdom (moral guidance) to navigate the world and prevent scientific progress from becoming destructive. He saw science as investigating facts and religion interpreting values, each essential for humanity's holistic development and ethical future, keeping science from materialism and religion from irrationality. 

Unfortunately, the video isn't available in the UK.

Remember that Trump hates NATO.

The Christian, Jewish, and Islamic religions all share a common Genesis story that accounts to the creation of the Flat Earth and which shares similarities with their Egyptian neighbors.

It tells of God separating the waters out of the world by use of the Firmament, or Dome. Later he separates out the flat earth from its waters, giving us dry land. While the majority of the references in the Bible to the flat earth are contained in Genesis one can find them in a great many other places as well. For example, when the Devil tempted Jesus, he took him high up to shown him all the kingdoms of the world. It is also referenced in Job and often the "four corners of the world" are talked of. 

No prob, it was'nt as great as I made it out to be.

Historical Misconceptions:

1. The idea that medieval Christianity universally believed in a flat Earth is largely a myth, spread by 19th-century writers to portray religion as anti-science, notes Wikipedia.
2. Scholars in the Western world have accepted a spherical Earth since the Hellenistic period. 

Modern Flat-Earthers:

1. Modern flat-Earth movements, often linked to specific Christian interpretations, see a flat Earth as a way to uphold biblical literalism against scientific findings, viewing science as a threat to their faith, say University of Colorado Boulder. 

In essence, while some religious traditions have historical descriptions of a flat Earth, the modern flat-Earth movement is a specific, faith-based interpretation, not a universal religious stance, and conflicts with the broad scientific consensus and historical understanding of Earth's shape. 

OMG, are you Reverend Jimmy Swaggart's daughter in law?

He said and I quote,

God could never give a man, a father, a minister of the gospel, a finer son than he has given me and his mother -- Donnie and my beautiful and lovely daughter-in-law, Debbie. Donnie has stood with me. I have relied upon him. And in these trying days, his mother and myself, we do not know what we would have done without his strength, his courage, and his utter devotion to the Lord Jesus Christ. Donnie and Debbie, I have sinned against you and I beg you to forgive me.

They will be forgiven. Case closed.