1989-2016

Since 1989, the world has seen a slew of pivotal changes. A number of landmark events have taken place, signaling the beginning of a new era. This timeline explores some of the most significant changes that have taken place in the past twenty-eight years.

Mowgli (2018)/The Jungle Book (1967/1989/2016): side-by-side comparison

A Look Back At The Last Years

1989 –

In 1989, the world would see the end of the Cold War, which had been raging for over 40 years. The Berlin Wall would fall, and the Soviet Union would be dissolved. This would lead to an era of political and economic change, as new countries were formed and old ones reworked.

1990 –

In 1990, the Gulf War would take place, with Iraq invading Kuwait. This would lead to a wave of protest and activism, as people around the world voiced their opposition to the war.

1991 –

In 1991, the Berlin Wall would fall, and the Iron Curtain would be dissolved. This would lead to a period of political and economic change, as new countries were formed and old ones reworked.

1992 –

In 1992, the first internet browser, Mosaic, was released. This would lead to a period of massive innovation and growth in the internet sphere, as more people became familiar with the medium.

1993 –

In 1993, the first fully 3D computer-generated movie, The Adventures of Tin Tin, was released. This would lead to a period of huge innovation in movie-making, as new techniques were developed to create lifelike images.

1994 –

In 1994, the first internet chat room, USENET, was created. This would lead to a period of online communication and collaboration, as people around the world

How Far We’ve Come

1989-2016

1989 we had a president named George HW Bush, who presided over a nation at war with Iraq. In the early 1990s, the first internet browser, Mosaic, was released. The World Wide Web was born.

In 1995, America’s first webcam was installed at the White House. In the late 1990s, the first online shopping mall, eShop, was founded. In 2000, the first online social networking site, MySpace, was launched. In 2001, the first online dating site, OKCupid, was founded. In 2003, YouTube was founded. In 2004, Amazon.com became the first online retailer to reach $1 billion in sales. In 2006, Facebook was founded. In 2007, Google became the first Internet company to cross the $10 billion market cap. In 2011, Apple released the iPhone, the first smartphone. In 2012, the iPad was released. In 2013, the first virtual reality headset, Oculus Rift, was released. In 2014, the first self-driving car, cars.com, was launched. In 2015, Snapchat was founded. In 2016, Donald Trump was elected president of the United States.

Changes Over The Years

1989-2016

Since 1989, the world has seen a lot of change. Technology has progressed, so too has the way people communicate and interact with each other. The internet has become more readily available, and social media has become a huge part of people’s lives.

Looking at the past 27 years in particular, we can see some huge shifts in the way we live and work. Here are just a few examples:

-The way we communicate has changed massively. We now use phones, computers, and other devices to communicate with each other.

-We’ve seen a huge increase in technology, with smartphones and tablets becoming more popular.

-We’re now more mobile, with people travelling more and living in more varied and remote places.

-We’ve become more globalised, with people from all corners of the world living and working together.

What Has Stayed The Same

The world has certainly changed a lot since 1989. There have been some major changes in technology, politics and culture. However, some things have stayed the same.

Some of the most fundamental things that have remained the same are people’s desires and needs. People still want to feel good about themselves and look good. They want to feel loved and be loved. They want to be successful and make a difference. These desires have not changed and will not change.

Another thing that has remained the same is people’s need for companionship. People still need to be around others to feel happy and fulfilled. They need to feel connected and loved. They need to have someone to share their experiences with. These needs have not changed and will not change.

In 1989, the world was a very different place. The internet and social media were not available. There were no cell phones or smartphones. The world was a much different place. However, the things that have stayed the same are people’s needs and desires. These things will never change.

Looking To The Future

1989-2016: A time of massive technological advancements, political revolutions and social changes. In 1989, the internet was born, ushering in a new era of communication. The year 2016 saw the election of Donald Trump as the 45th president of the United States, a momentous event that has rocked the world.

Conclusion

The year 1989 was a significant year for the world. It marked the end of the Cold War and the beginning of a new era of globalization. 1989 also saw the fall of the Berlin Wall and the collapse of the Soviet Union. These events led to a period of political and social change known as the “1989 Revolution.” In 2016, we are still living through the consequences of the 1989 Revolution.