Contemporary History
Scenarios from 1945 CE to present day
What If Boston's University Ecosystem Took a Different Approach to Commercialization?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Boston-area universities adopted a more aggressive commercialization strategy in the 1980s, potentially reshaping the global technology landscape and establishing Boston as the dominant tech hub over Silicon Valley.
What If Brandon Lee Was Never Accidentally Killed?
Exploring the alternate timeline where actor Brandon Lee survived the tragic accident on the set of 'The Crow' in 1993, potentially transforming action cinema and martial arts entertainment into the 21st century.
What If Bratislava Developed Different Industries After Czechoslovakia Split?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Slovakia's capital pursued alternative economic development strategies post-1993, potentially reshaping Central European economic dynamics and Slovakia's position in the global economy.
What If Brexit Never Happened?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the United Kingdom voted to remain in the European Union in 2016, potentially reshaping European politics, economic development, and global power dynamics in the 21st century.
What If Bridgetown Developed Beyond Tourism?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Barbados' capital city pursued economic diversification strategies beyond tourism in the post-colonial era, potentially transforming it into a major Caribbean financial and technological hub.
What If Brighton Developed Beyond Tourism?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Brighton diversified its economy beyond seaside tourism in the post-war era, potentially transforming it into a major tech and industrial center on Britain's south coast.