A small equatorial country located on the northern coast of Borneo in Southeast Asia, Brunei Darussalam has one of the world’s highest standards of living due to its ample oil and gas reserves. As of 2023, its total population is 452,524. Bruneian inhabitants do not pay income tax and are able to access free health […]
The issue of human trafficking is a major concern for both the people and government of St Vincent and the Grenadines, and efforts are ongoing to reduce and eliminate this problem. With the country having an average criminality score of 3.3 per the Global Organized Crime Index, its government has been keen on reforming the […]
Poverty and hunger in Ghana pose present significant issues that harm millions of people in the country. With an estimated 24.2% of the population living below the poverty line on less than $1.90 a day, poverty in Ghana remains a persistent issue that impacts access to food, education and the necessary resources to live […]
As of March 29, 2023, the World Health Organization declared the country of Azerbaijan malaria-free. This result comes after a century of efforts to eradicate the disease from the nation using a range of methods and policies. Azerbaijan joins 41 other countries that have eliminated malaria. The elimination of malaria in Azerbaijan can be used […]
Neonatal Jaundice is a common problem in newborns and it can have life-threatening complications. Traditional treatment is difficult in low-resource settings, as it requires access to a stable source of electrical power for prolonged periods. What Is Neonatal Jaundice and How Is It Treated? A build-up of a substance called bilirubin in the blood […]
There is a widespread issue of child soldiers in Burundi. It is not uncommon for armed militias in conflict zones to recruit children without proper training and send them to the front lines, often using them as mere cannon fodder. Burundi, a small nation bordered by Rwanda to the north and Tanzania to the […]
Despite its burgeoning tourist economy and its perception of glamour, wealth and abundance, Singapore is known for having one of the worst mental health epidemics in Southeast Asia. From an overall displeased labor force to a rising suicide rate, it is clear that external factors like the COVID-19 virus and culture have had a large […]
The appeal of artificial intelligence has skyrocketed in recent years – with its impressive ability to mimic human intelligence and grow smarter with each interaction. AI has seen a particular rise in the technology sector with Elon Musk’s self driving Tesla vehicles and programs such as ChatGPT, which boasts its conversations can sound human-like. Now, […]
Yemen became a fully unified modern state in 1990, and like much of the Middle East, it has faced occupations in various capacities by foreign entities, from the Ottomans to the Egyptians. When Yemen fell into chaos and civil war in 2014, law and fragility in the country became the sole focus. Explaining the Civil […]
Internet usage in the Philippines has tripled since 2010, with 73 million users as of 2020. Filipinos reportedly spend almost 10 hours daily surfing the internet and using social media. The Digital Economy has shown significant growth since 2018, and there is still potential for further development. In 2020, when COVID-19 hit the Philippines, it […]
