Contemporary History
Scenarios from 1945 CE to present day
What If Norway Diversified Beyond Oil Earlier?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Norway strategically diversified its economy away from petroleum dependence decades before the climate crisis, potentially creating a different model for resource-rich nations.
What If Novak Djokovic Never Became a Tennis Champion?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Novak Djokovic abandoned tennis in his youth, dramatically reshaping the sport's modern era and potentially altering the legacies of Federer, Nadal, and other stars.
What If Nuclear Proliferation Was More Widespread?
Exploring the alternate timeline where nuclear weapons technology spread to dozens of nations, fundamentally reshaping global security, international relations, and the modern world order.
What If Nuku'alofa Implemented Different Climate Adaptation Strategies?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Tonga's capital pursued an innovative climate resilience path, potentially creating a model for island nations facing sea level rise and extreme weather events.
What If Offshoring Never Became Common?
Exploring the alternate timeline where manufacturing and service jobs remained predominantly local, fundamentally altering global economic development, labor markets, and international trade relations.
What If Okinawa Remained Under US Administration Longer?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the United States maintained administrative control of Okinawa well beyond 1972, reshaping Asia-Pacific geopolitics, US-Japan relations, and the lives of Okinawans.