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Can Peace Prevail in the Israel-Palestine Conflict? A Comprehensive Analysis
The struggle between Israel and Hamas goes beyond territorial disputes; it involves a web of historical, geopolitical, and humanitarian cues

Shipra Swaraj
Jan 16, 202413 min read


Turkey and Syria 2023 Earthquake - Why Was It So Severe?
The earthquakes that struck Turkey were among some of the deadliest and most devastating in recent years, but why was it so severe?

Rachel Brown
Mar 3, 20235 min read


The Rise of Global Coal Usage in 2022
In 2022, global coal demand was expected to increase and reach an all-time high exceeding 8 billion tonnes due to the energy crisis.

Rachel Brown
Feb 8, 20234 min read


Tensions Increase Between China & Taiwan
The Chinese government has taken increasingly aggressive measures to shift Taiwan towards unification.

Shiana Irlbeck
Aug 27, 20226 min read


Why Is There a Global Food Crisis?
With the Ukraine war, a changing climate, and fertilizer shortages upon us, a global food shortage is the reality that society now faces.

Shiana Irlbeck
Jul 2, 20224 min read


What is a Recession and is it Inevitable in the United States?
There is a fear of a looming recession in the United States of America. Prices of goods may no longer be “business as usual.”

Vincent Ene
Jul 1, 20223 min read


Why Does Russia Want to Invade Ukraine? What Role do the US, NATO, China, India, and the EU play?
The world order is once again being tested as a sovereign nation is being "invaded" by a "world power." How does this affect the rest?

Shipra Swaraj
May 14, 202212 min read


Are we on the edge of science fiction becoming the future of warfare?
Machines that hunt down and kill humans in movies have caught the eye of the public’s imagination for generations. It might become true soon

Kristiana Nitisa
May 11, 20223 min read


How to Support Ukraine by Donating, Learning, and Sharing the Right Information
The Russian invasion of Ukraine endangers hundreds of lives and leaves thousands of people homeless. Know how to support them here.

Kristiana Nitisa
Mar 1, 20225 min read


Russia-Ukraine Conflict Explained - On the Precipice of a Full-Scale Invasion
Currently, Ukraine is in the first stages of being invaded by the Russians, facing one the largest military armies in the world.

Kristiana Nitisa
Feb 24, 20225 min read


The Great Tribulations of Women in Afghanistan
An analysis of the historical struggles, progress, and setbacks faced by Afghan women over the 20th and 21st centuries.

Shipra Swaraj
Dec 3, 20219 min read


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.

Surabhi Paraki
Oct 2, 20214 min read


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.

Mayuri Chaudhuri
Aug 31, 20217 min read


The Tale of Palestine and Israel: Timeline and How To Help
Palestinians in Gaza continue to struggle for basic necessities with inequitable economic & social laws enforced by the Israeli government.

Mayuri Chaudhuri
May 22, 20216 min read


The 10 Poorest Countries in the World and How We Can Help Them
Almost 10 percent of the world's population, that's nearly 700 million people living below the World Bank's poverty line of $1.90 a day.

Abdul-Qudus Oyekanmi
May 12, 20218 min read


10 Years of War in Syria (2011-2021...)
The Syrian civil war is the world’s largest refugee and displacement crisis. Unfortunately, it has reached its decade-long mark.

Sovena Ngeth
Apr 25, 20214 min read


Yemen 2021: The Worst Humanitarian Crisis in the World
Yemen's humanitarian crisis is currently the worst in the world due to widespread famine, disease, and attacks on civilians.

Sovena Ngeth
Mar 7, 20214 min read
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