The island nation of Fiji is considered to be one of the most developed economies in the Pacific. The celestial archipelago is rich in resources such as minerals, fishes and forests that contribute to the flourishing economy. Fiji also is home to an array of cultures that add to the unique feel of the country. […]
The United Kingdom of Great Britain is a constitutional monarchy with parliamentary democracy. A range of political parties participate in free and fair elections. Freedom of the press and human rights are, generally, constitutionally guaranteed and respected in practice. However, in the recent past, reports on human rights in the United Kingdom show the development […]
Yemen is one of the poorest countries in the Arab Region and is home to ongoing civil conflict – which turned to Civil War in 2015. Of Yemen’s 26.8 million people, half of the population lives in areas directly affected by conflict. Basic services like healthcare and education are on the verge of collapse. This unrest has taken […]
Although it is a small country wedged between Ghana and Benin, the most common diseases in Togo can have a major impact on many. The World Health Organization reported that in 2014, a little over five percent of the country’s GDP expenses went toward health. The organization also listed a 2015 data finding that males […]
Sweden is a Scandinavian country located in Northern Europe between Finland and Norway. The country has a population of 9.903 million people. Like any country, there are common diseases in Sweden that affect the population. 1. Cardiovascular Diseases Ischemic heart disease is the most common form of heart disease in Sweden. The annual mortality rate […]
The World Food Program has teamed up with comic writer Joshua Dysert, artist Alberto Ponticelli, colorist Pat Masioni and letterist Thomas Mauer to illustrate global need through graphic novels. Their first collaboration was “Living Level-3: Iraq” in February 2016, which followed Khaled Bushar, an Iraqi refugee, as he tries to survive in the country during […]
The Reinforcing Education Accountability (READ) Act, H.R. 601 was passed into law on Sep. 8, 2017. The bill’s passage signifies a momentous victory in the effort to achieve universal basic education in developing countries. The purpose of the READ Act is to enhance transparency and to further the impact of education programs around the world. […]
Hungary is a landlocked European country sandwiched between Romania and Austria. With a population of about 10 million, Hungary is a relatively large country that is known for its tourist attractions. Although most Hungarians are not drastically poor, 14.6 percent of the population is living below the poverty line. Compared to the European Union average […]
Over the years, there has been a longstanding debate about whether or not the unintended consequences of tourism in developing countries could be detrimental to locals in a developing community. On the other side of the argument, some tourists argue that tourism contributes to a flourishing economy and increases diversity. One important aspect that contributes […]
Palau is a small island of about 18,000 citizens located in the western Pacific Ocean. Among its neighbours are Guam, New Guinea and the Philippines. The Republic of Palau only recently gained sovereignty in October of 1994. The country is so small that there is only one major hospital that provides healthcare to all citizens; in fact, more […]
