Which branch of government resolves fights between states?

Is karma the same as destiny, in the sense that everything that happens to you is predetermined? do you believe that "what goes around comes around," and if so is this the same as karma? does everyone get what they deserve, in the end?

What was the result on the u.s. economy because of the major changes in atlantic shipping prior to and during the war of 1812?

According to confucius the main goal of schooling was for young men to become? a. gentle men b. warriors c. monks