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Pope Francis: The Voice of Compassion

Pope Francis: The Voice of Compassion

Jane L. May 2, 2025

Pope Francis was a beacon of hope and compassion in a world often marked by division and inequality. His papacy was defined by his commitment to advocating for the marginalized and championing social justice....

Trump Revives Tariff Discussions in Latest Trade Push

Trump Revives Tariff Discussions in Latest Trade Push

Azan Q. April 30, 2025
President Trump’s tariffs have been a massive point of contention for economists and the general population alike, predominantly due to their major impact on the US and global economy. President Trump has, however, stated that he is open to leading discussions with key stakeholders, which experts say could be beneficial for potential trade deals. 
Examining Trump’s 'Liberation Day' Tariffs

Examining Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs

Shaun W. April 12, 2025
On April 2nd, 2025, President Donald Trump proclaimed “Liberation Day”, after putting a blanket 10% tariff on all imports, effective for April 5th. The creation of these reciprocal tariffs raised the average tariff on imported goods from 2 to 24% — the highest in over a century.
The US TikTok Ban & Rise of Other Social Media Platforms

The US TikTok Ban & Rise of Other Social Media Platforms

Bethany W. April 2, 2025

On April 24, 2024, President Biden signed the “Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act." This act enforced a new law, stating that any “Foreign Adversary Controlled...

Trump’s Recent Executive  Orders

Trump’s Recent Executive Orders

Sophie W. April 2, 2025
Since his inauguration as the 47th president of the United States on January 20th, 2025, Donald Trump has already made drastic changes to the nation’s laws and policies.
Human Trafficking in Thailand

Human Trafficking in Thailand

Zita T. April 1, 2025

Human trafficking is a critical and pervasive problem in Thailand, affecting thousands of vulnerable people each year, with neighbouring countries such as Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos serving as havens...

Deepseek Launches to Awe and Worry

Deepseek Launches to Awe and Worry

Austin T. April 1, 2025

Deepseek’s status as a game changer was hinted at when it caused major stock market changes even before its debut. When it became known that Deepseek was entering the battle, Nvidia, the largest chipmaker...

Thousands of Demonstrators holding placards during a protest against the collaboration in Berlin, on
February 2nd.

Germans erupt in protest: Thousands rally against the CDU and AfD

Azan Q. April 1, 2025

Tens of thousands of angry protesters took to the streets of Berlin, Leipzig, Munich and Koln to protest the collaboration between the CDU and the AfD regarding a bill presented in German parliament to...

Delay, Deny, Depose: Luigi Mangione and the Grey Area of Morality

Delay, Deny, Depose: Luigi Mangione and the Grey Area of Morality

Caroline Z. March 30, 2025
For the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, Brian Thompson, the 4th of December, 2024, began like any other.
Donald Trump Returns to the White House in a Historical Victory

Donald Trump Returns to the White House in a Historical Victory

Amane S. January 8, 2025

On November 6th, Donald Trump won the presidential election over Kamala Harris with 312 of the 538 electoral college votes–along with the popular vote–making him the 47th president of the United States...

Rohingya Refugees Stranded at Sea

Rohingya Refugees Stranded at Sea

Zita T. January 8, 2025

In recent days, 140 Rohyingyan refugees have been stranded at sea off the coast of Indonesia for more than a week with the deaths of two and the evacuation of 11 passengers, including a pregnant woman,...

Insights on the 2024 Tunisian Elections

Insights on the 2024 Tunisian Elections

Simona A. January 8, 2025

In a whirlwind of democratic fervor, Tunisia’s 2024 elections have unfolded against a backdrop of intrigue and challenges. From the removal of electoral powers by the court to the seismic shifts in its...

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