Politics is the art and science concerned with government. It involves the activities associated with forming, directing and administering an area or political unit, and conducting relations with other political leaders. Political science usually refers to the analysis behind government and administration, political philosophy deals with the theory and ideology behind it, and politics often denotes the implementation of it. The disciplines of political science and jurisprudence are often entwined, as politics and governance naturally beget laws.
The history of politics parallels the history of civilization, as humans have had overseers since nomadic tribes developed. While several political treatises were written across ancient empires, Plato's "The Republic" is generally seen as the work that spurred the creation of political theory. Many political models and ideologies have emerged and been implemented since the time of Plato. (Photo: Shutterstock)
Proposal would lift federal restrictions on hunting bears, wolves in Alaska
May 22, 2018, 1:41 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
A proposed rollback of federal rules would allow hunters to bait brown bears and shoot black bears in their dens.
The war on plastic is heating up
May 17, 2018, 2:29 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
We're getting serious across the globe about reducing the use of plastic bags, utensils and containers.
U.K. to impose world's 'toughest' ivory ban
April 3, 2018, 12:51 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
There will be some exemptions for instruments and antiques.
China seems to be winning its war on pollution
March 21, 2018, 8:26 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
China's most polluted cities have made strides in reducing air pollution, but there's still work to be done.
Government to allow import of elephant trophies on case-by-case basis
March 6, 2018, 1:09 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Conservationists say Zimbabwe has a poor track record of managing its elephant population.
What happened to good manners — and can we get them back?
March 1, 2018, 8:21 a.m. by Sidney Stevens
Civility begins with you.
Ancient fossils found on lands once part of Bears Ears National Monument
February 26, 2018, 11:44 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Triassic fossils found on lands that were previously part of Bears Ears could fall under 'multiple-use' management.
Trump administration proposes food boxes instead of food stamps
February 14, 2018, 9:16 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
For starters, let's not compare this to Blue Apron.
Does Bigfoot belong on a license plate?
February 2, 2018, 12:30 p.m. by Christian Cotroneo
One state senator says the legendary creature has earned the right, but her colleagues don't necessarily agree.
Hong Kong bans all local ivory sales
January 31, 2018, 1:01 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Territory joins mainland China in effort to stop elephant poaching.
Korea's Olympic ice hockey diplomacy
January 26, 2018, 1:17 p.m. by Jenn Savedge
Many applaud the peaceful agreement, but it comes at a cost to the athletes.
Italians are balking at a new produce bag fee
January 17, 2018, 8:38 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Plastic bags are bad, for sure. But a new fee for produce bags is angering some ... and you're not even allowed to bring your reusables!
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Record-breaking 'monster wave' detected in Southern Ocean
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Giant predatory worms have invaded France
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Internet rallies to repay a good deed committed nearly a decade ago
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Less stuff makes you frugal
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Tidy up your electronic life
Marie Kondo's ideas work for your phone and computer, too.
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