On November 7, 2023, Ohio voters approved an amendment to their state constitution enshrining the right to an abortion, a massive success in the national fight for abortion rights. The amendment was a civilian-led initiative submitted by the group Ohioans … Continue reading
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Far Right Politics on the Rise in Europe
Geerts Wilder, leader of the PVV or Freedom Party, won 37 seats out of 150 in the Dutch elections on November 22 of this year. Mr. Wilders is a political figure characterized by his radical views on the subject of … Continue reading
The Space Craze: Billionaires are their extraterrestrial obsession
“The time was fast approaching when Earth, like all mothers, must say farewell to her children”, wrote Arthur C Clarke. Clarke was an acclaimed science fiction writer who co-wrote the screenplay for “2001: A Space Odyssey” released in 1968, considered … Continue reading
Grassroots organization’s role in empowering marginalized groups in Bangladesh
Grassroots movements are collective actions and initiatives that emerge from the base of society. They are managed by individuals or groups who aim to foster authenticity, representativity, community empowerment, and sustainability within their respective societies. Grassroots movements have been essential … Continue reading
L’éducation au Vietnam : Une dualité croissante
En 2022, le Sommet sur la transformation de l’éducation organisé par l’ONU a mis l’accent sur l’importance de l’éducation dans le programme politique mondial. En effet, le secrétaire général a invité les pays présents à rendre les systèmes d’éducation plus … Continue reading
UNDRIP and Bill C-15 in Canada: A Historic Struggle to Decolonize Canadian Law
Canada’s relationship with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) has always been uneasy, but the passing of Bill C-15 in June of 2021 has made its implementation in Canada imminent. From this date, the Canadian … Continue reading
Museum piracy: the illicit trafficking of cultural property
Every year on November 14, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) holds an International Day against Illicit Trafficking in Cultural Property. The day is observed to raise awareness of the ongoing global issue of … Continue reading
Smart Home Technologies: Reinforcing Dated, Repressive Gender Roles
Despite women’s growing presence in the workforce, many continue to encounter difficulties balancing work inside and outside the home. Yet, in light of the widespread implementation of smart home technologies used in households today, marketed as “Digital Housekeepers,” … Continue reading
The Cosmic Renaissance: How 21st Century Politics Reignited the Space Race
A universal revolution, one that is both unprecedented and oddly familiar, is quietly unfolding directly above our heads. Outer space: humanity’s final frontier paints a colourful mosaic of politics, revolutionaries, and war. With help from technological advancements, the discovery of … Continue reading
Hong Kong at the Crossroads: Navigating Sino-Western Economic Dynamics
In the heart of Asia, where the East meets the West, lies Hong Kong – a vibrant metropolis that has long been the pulsating core of global finance. It is a city where futuristic skyscrapers cast their shadows over centuries-old … Continue reading