Surabhi Paraki
Ethiopia: Conflict in the Tigray Region Explained
A constantly escalating conflict between the federal government in Addis Ababa and the regional Tigray government has affected Ethiopians.
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Mayuri Chaudhuri
- Sep 26, 2021
- 5 min
Coup d’État in Guinea - What is Happening in this West African nation?
Coups have become a natural occurrence in Guinea when the inability to protect residents' fundamental rights has resulted.
Olivia Eugenia
- Sep 18, 2021
- 4 min
Climate Change Effects in Africa | World Series Part 2
In Part Two of our World Climate Change series, we will be discussing the climate change impacts on people and wildlife in Africa.
Nondiah Khalayi
- Sep 11, 2021
- 4 min
What's Happening in Lebanon? Focus on the New Government, Fuel Tank Blast, & Weakening Economy
While there is a global crisis of Covid-19, Lebanon's focus is very much on the new government, gas/power shortage, and a weakening economy.
Surabhi Paraki
- Sep 8, 2021
- 4 min
What's Happening in Haiti: Earthquake and Tropical Storms Devastate Thousands
Haiti is currently suffering due to two severe natural disasters, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake, and a category 3 hurricane, at once.
Mayuri Chaudhuri
- Aug 31, 2021
- 7 min
Caged in Despair: What Is Going On In Afghanistan Right Now?
As the US and its allies have completely left the country, Afghans are left to be ruled by the Taliban for the second time in history now.
Surabhi Paraki
- Aug 25, 2021
- 4 min
'Code Red for Humanity' - The Latest IPCC Climate Change Report Warns of Serious Consequences
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has released a new report that urges us to take climate change more seriously.
Olivia Eugenia
- Aug 22, 2021
- 5 min
Climate Change Effects in Latin America and the Caribbean | World Series Part 1
Even though Latin America and the Caribbean contribute only little to global emissions, they have to experience devastating climate effects.
Nondiah Khalayi
- Aug 15, 2021
- 5 min
Myanmar and COVID-19: How the Military Coup is Worsening the Health Crisis
Myanmar’s Covid-19 situation hits differently, especially with the political unrest that has been in the country for over six months.
Mayuri Chaudhuri
- Aug 12, 2021
- 7 min
Devastating Floods in China and Europe: Things to Learn and Precautions to Follow
As if Coronavirus had not dreaded the world enough, deadly floods came into play in different regions, predominantly in Europe and China.
Nondiah Khalayi
- Aug 8, 2021
- 5 min
What's Happening in Cuba Right Now? The Largest Protest in More Than 6 Decades.
Cuba has lately been filled with protests & unrest, the largest anti-government protest the country has witnessed in more than six decades.
Surabhi Paraki
- Aug 4, 2021
- 3 min
8 Things You Should Know About The Delta Variant
The Delta variant. The deadliest, fastest-spreading variant of the COVID-19 virus that took over the entire world in early 2020. Learn more!
Olivia Eugenia
- Jul 31, 2021
- 4 min
4 Serious Health Impacts We Face Because of Extreme Climate Change
Climate change and global warming have impacted the earth’s ecosystem negatively by disrupting the earth’s natural and human health.
Mayuri Chaudhuri
- Jul 23, 2021
- 7 min
A Guide to Prostitution in India, Then and Now: The Dark Shadows behind the Glittery Curtains
India houses approximately 3 million sex workers today aged from 15 to 35 years. Let’s read through their history, then & now!
Nondiah Khalayi
- Jul 14, 2021
- 6 min
What You Need to Know About the Recent Approval of an Alzheimer's Drug
On June 7, 2021, the F.D.A. issued accelerated approval to Biogen's new Alzheimer's drug, Aduhelm, the first in 18 years.
Surabhi Paraki
- Jul 6, 2021
- 3 min
What is Juneteenth, the Latest Federal Holiday Announced by the Biden Government?
On June 17th, 2021, the USA's president, Joe Biden, signed a bill to declare Juneteenth a federal holiday.
Olivia Eugenia
- Jun 28, 2021
- 4 min
Why Carbon Dioxide Levels are at an All-Time High and How We Can Reduce it?
CO2 in the atmosphere is at an all-time high since reliable measurements began 63 years ago.
Mayuri Chaudhuri
- Jun 24, 2021
- 7 min
Dried Tears Of North Korea: What Can Be Learnt From the Past to Save the Present?
These precious smiles have come a long way through starvation and uncertainty. They should be given a chance to grow and prosper.
Surabhi Paraki
- Jun 22, 2021
- 4 min
A Brief History of the Controversial Birth Control Policy in China
China ended its one-child policy in 2015 since a significant portion of the Chinese population was heading into retirement.
Nondiah Khalayi
- Jun 18, 2021
- 4 min
Pride Month: The History Behind this Grand Festival for the LGBTQIA+ Community
Pride Month is when the LGBTQIA+ community takes a whole month to celebrate their diverse identity worldwide.