The art of sustainable beauty
From the simplest weather shelter, through the grandeur of castles, to soaring neo-futurist skyscrapers, architecture…
The art of sustainable beauty
From the simplest weather shelter, through the grandeur of castles, to soaring neo-futurist skyscrapers, architecture has always been a marker of human progress. Since the Neolithic era, the spaces we build define our development, transforming building into an art form – flexible despite its structural rigidity. Architecture has shaped religious beliefs, cultural shifts, and political…
Ukrainians find new hopes in this Turkish coastal city
On the first days of Russia’s full-scale invasion into Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, Tetinana Spravnykova hid in a shelter underground in the southeastern Mariupol oblast under siege, and didn’t see the light of day until 32 harrowing days later. Her hometown was occupied, collapsing under the strain of siege. “There was no way out,”…
Fighting malnutrition: The success story of a knowledge transfer partnership in Ghana
It has been reported that about 750 million or nearly one in ten people in the world are exposed to severe levels of food insecurity, and 2 billion people do not have regular access to safe, nutritious, and sufficient food. In northern Ghana, 33% of children are stunted, 11% are underweight, and 6.3% are wasted…
Is a Hunger-Free World Possible?
Humanitarians are fighting hunger in a world of waste Imagine a world where hunger is a distant memory, where every person has access to nutritious food, and where there is no poverty. Is a hunger-free world possible or is it unrealistic? Today more than 783 million people grapple with hunger even as we witness a…
Governing AI for Humanity
“AI is more powerful than fire or electricity.” Those were the exact words of Google CEO Sundar Pichai. Indeed AI is rapidly changing the “expected future”, what we thought was “possible”. It is revolutionizing everything from healthcare, science, communications to national security at record speed. But with great power comes great responsibility. There are significant…
Navigating the Future of Warfare
AI, Disarmament, and the Call for Responsible Regulation “UN Disarmament Chief Mrs. Izumi Nakamitsu Warns of AI-Driven Autonomous Weapons: Calls for Global Action to Protect Humanity” Mrs. Nakamitsu highlights crucial points about the integration of AI in military systems and the implications for disarmament and civilian protection. She emphasizes the need for a legally binding…
It is possible to end violence against children
Levels of violence against children worldwide are at an all-time high and are on the rise, according to a latest UN report, which emphasizes that by working together, states and stakeholders can reverse this appalling trend. “The data shown in the report is alarming and likely underestimated,” said the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General…
Rethinking Fashion’s Footprint
New Regulations Pave the Way for a Sustainable Future In recent years, it seems that almost every fashion brand has introduced a “sustainable” line, with products widely marketed as “eco-friendly” or “responsibly made.” Yet, the validity behind these claims is often unclear, leaving consumers questioning whether they reflect real impact or mere greenwashing, as many…
Will They Come?
For the last half decade, there have been growing and persistent concerns about the attractiveness of US higher education to International students. The high point for such international mobility was reached in 2018/19, followed by steep declines in 2020/21 and 2021/22, as the Covid-19 pandemic played out, not only in the US but globally. International…
Ghosts of 2015
2025 will mark the anniversary of the SDGs, Paris climate pact and the Iran nuclear deal. It was the year that UN members charted the multilateral pathway that we are still supposedly on – but clearly we have gone off the rails. What went wrong? Why? Can we bring back the spirit of 2015 in…
China is no longer the first choice of companies
China, the world’s second largest economy, is no longer the first choice of Western companies. The companies, which have been making high profits from the Chinese economy for years, are experiencing major losses in their revenues. After the trade war between the European Union and the US with China, the Western companies have begun…
U.S. Immigration: The Unsolved Crisis
Illegal immigration has long been a critical issue in the United States, with recent decades seeing waves of mass migration that have put unprecedented pressure on U.S. borders and immigration systems. This article explores the reasons behind this migration, the evolving immigration patterns, and the policies that have attempted to address the issue over…
William Shatner: Dreams of a World Free of Plastic Pollution
Actor William Shatner may have played the captain of a starship for years in the hit TV series and movie Star Trek, even the best fiction work about space exploration could not have prepared him for the life-changing experience he underwent when he traveled to space in 2021. “I went up into space, and when…
Patch Adams: A Vision for Healing and Empowerment
Adams became widely known after the 1998 film Patch Adams, in which he was portrayed by Robin Williams. The film depicts his belief that doctors should treat patients with empathy and humor, challenging the traditional, often sterile, doctor-patient relationship. In a world often overshadowed by cynicism, disconnection, and the relentless pace of modern life,…
How to talk to your children about conflict and war
8 tips to support and comfort your children When conflict or war makes the headlines, it can cause feelings such as fear, sadness, anger and anxiety wherever you live. Here are some tips on how to approach the conversation with your child and to provide them with support and comfort. 1- Find out what they…
How do undocumented immigrants navigate life in the us?
A small army of mobile diplomats plays a key role. On a busy Sunday morning in Trenton’s sprawling Latino quarter, Guatemalan diplomat Hugo Hun Archila, a veteran foreign service officer, gazes out at a file of countrymen and women lining up for attention from his team. As their waiting time lengthens, the line of Guatemalan…
