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,”…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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, 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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
In an age where misinformation can spread rapidly, a new initiative aims to empower individuals to discern between authentic and AI-generated media. The Detect Fakes project has launched a website designed to educate users on how to spot DeepFakes—realistic videos and images manipulated by artificial intelligence. The platform invites users to engage with thousands of…
