1992 (the year of publication)

In 1992, significant events shaped global culture and politics. The year marked the end of the Cold War era, with the dissolution of the Soviet Union leading to the independence of several Eastern European countries. The United States was involved in the Gulf War, focusing on the liberation of Kuwait from Iraqi occupation. In popular culture, "The Bodyguard," featuring Whitney Houston, topped charts, and the debut of "The Real World" on MTV popularized reality television. Additionally, the Internet's expansion began to influence communication and information access, setting the stage for the digital age.