Month: December 2020

north america, Politics

Why Hate Crimes Have Been Rising in the U.S. in 2020

by Kristin Cho Photo Credit: Michael Veltman Although hate crimes are not a new concept in society, they have become more prominent through the use of media. As many people know, hate crimes—motivated by biases like preconceived negative stigma—are offenses that affect the security of individuals, communities and societies though threats, assault and sometimes even murder. They are known to inflict the most psychological distress, … Continue reading Why Hate Crimes Have Been Rising in the U.S. in 2020

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asia, Politics

What it Means to Have a Voice: Thailand Protests

by: Anonymous Photo Credit: The Foreign Photographer All throughout history, conflicts between the ruler and the ruled have existed. Even if citizens are largely happy with policies put into place by leaders, there is almost always a percentage that is not satisfied. Oftentimes, this results in protest and civil unrest. The countries that make up our world vary slightly or greatly in the policies, governance, … Continue reading What it Means to Have a Voice: Thailand Protests

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Business/Economy, europe, north america

The Significance of the EU and U.S. Trade War and What it Could Mean for the Future

by Yashaswi Bista Photo Credit: 75CentralPhotography Tensions between the U.S. and the EU have been volatile over the past years because of President Trump. Unless both the EU and the U.S. would like to see their economic power diminish and the face of the global market change forever, these relations need to improve. The EU agrees, and would like to see these relations improve, but … Continue reading The Significance of the EU and U.S. Trade War and What it Could Mean for the Future

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asia, Culture, Politics

YuZhang Academy: the Reform Schools of Exacerbation

by Jessie Jin Image Source: CGTN Trigger Warning: r*pe, abuse, self-harm. Viewer discretion is advised.  “The room I was imprisoned in was dark, the only source of light was from a crack in the wall. The walls are covered in mildew, and there are often rats and cockroaches on the floor. The room has an old quilt as the bed and a pot as the … Continue reading YuZhang Academy: the Reform Schools of Exacerbation

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Dividing States

Gerrymandering in South Carolina, where, in 2010, the Republican state legislature created 13 bizarrely shaped Congressional districts to maximize their electoral success by Lara Choy Photo Credit: Dominique5340 In March 1812, Elbridge Gerry, the Governor of Massachusetts, reluctantly signed a modest proposal that would fundamentally change the American electoral system. His fellow Democratic-Republican politicians, seeking an advantage in the next election, presented a plan to … Continue reading Dividing States

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asia, Politics

India: Farmer Protests 2020

by Heeya Firdaus Image Source: Aniruddha Guha Sarkar Braving the harsh Delhi winter, impoverished Indian farmers are marching towards the capital in hopes of registering their protests against the oppressive Farm-Bills passed by the Narendra Modi Government in September, 2020. The Government claims that the bills make it easier for farmers to sell their produce directly to private buyers and enter into a contract with … Continue reading India: Farmer Protests 2020

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#covid-19, Culture, north america

Today’s Youth is Suffering in a Different Way Than You May Think

by Monique Kasonga Image Source: Robert Lang With the one year anniversary of COVID-19’s arrival to Canada just around the corner, most Canadians are able to say how much their lives have drastically changed during this past year. Back in March, when most of the country found itself in quarantine, many of Canada’s youth experienced extra stress surrounding school, finance and future plans in general. … Continue reading Today’s Youth is Suffering in a Different Way Than You May Think

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africa, Politics

Understanding The 2020 Ivorian Presidential Elections

by: Anonymous Image Source: https://www.dailysabah.com/world/africa/violence-surrounding-ivory-coast-election-may-have-killed-32-people-so-far Politics across different African countries is complex and like most democratic countries such as the USA, India and UK, elections are a highly important part of independent countries’ democratic process. Unfortunately, due to the presence of incompetent and corrupt leaders, some African countries don’t get to experience the joys of democracy. This corruption comes in the form of rigging of … Continue reading Understanding The 2020 Ivorian Presidential Elections

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asia, Politics

In Biden’s Lead: Filipino Immigrants and Overseas Workers in the Next Four Years

by Phylicia Abary Image Source: The Atlantic Relationship Status Updated: the Philippines and the United States of America Throughout history, the Philippines has been interlaced with foreign influence and relations, but no other country’s impact has come close to the United States’ over the past few decades. Such an affiliation and partnership only becomes more apparent as time passes. Officially established in 1946, the two … Continue reading In Biden’s Lead: Filipino Immigrants and Overseas Workers in the Next Four Years

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north america, Politics

Biden Presidency: A New Age for Climate Change?

By Akina Nanayakkara  Image Credit: REUTERS/Susana Vera Cutting carbon emissions, investing in renewables, and moving away from fossil fuels are a few examples from a long list of actions that the US needs to secure for it to have a chance at winning the fight against climate change. During Donald Trump’s presidency, there has been little to no measures taken on climate change. Within the … Continue reading Biden Presidency: A New Age for Climate Change?

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