Nearly three decades after the Soufrière Hills volcano erupted in 1995, transforming the lush Caribbean island of Montserrat into a disaster zone, the scars remain etched in both the landscape and the lives of its people. Between 1995 and 1997, eruptions buried the capital, Plymouth, in ash and lava, displacing more than two-thirds of the […]
Homelessness and mental health are problems that exist around the world, developed and undeveloped countries alike. Among homeless youth in East Asia and Southeast Asia, mental health is a massive issue. These youth typically become homeless due to past abuse, and usually experience more while on the streets; past research has shown that homeless youth […]
In 2013, India’s government took drastic action to address and prevent food security issues that saw almost half its population go hungry. The government introduced the Food Security Act to ensure access to nutritious food, especially in the most impoverished and vulnerable regions. The program provided subsidized food grains, introduced a monetary support system and […]
On March 28, one of the largest earthquakes to hit Myanmar at a 7.7 magnitude disrupted the daily lives of millions. Twelve minutes after the first earthquake struck, a second earthquake that was 6.4 in magnitude hit Myanmar, compounding the damage already done. Thousands have died, and even more have been injured. Military forces control […]
The Bahamas, a nation known for its stunning beaches and vibrant culture, faces unique challenges and opportunities in its higher education system. While poverty poses significant barriers, ongoing efforts and systemic strengths offer hope for a brighter future. Low Graduation Rates Pose Challenges The Bahamas struggles with worryingly low graduation rates at the university level […]
The largest county in Kenya, Turkana, is situated in the northwestern corner of the country, bordering Ethiopia, South Sudan and Uganda. Turkana is widely recognized as “the cradle of mankind” as prolific evidence of the existence of hominids has been found here, dating back to over four million years ago. The people inhabiting this region […]
Slowly reaching across the globe, artificial intelligence (AI) is on the move. Whether you find yourself a little wary of the thought of a robot’s potential to make you redundant from your office job or you’re excited for a curated playlist to match your coffee order, artificial intelligence is likely to have a formidable role […]
Presently, as many as 783 million people worldwide are facing chronic hunger. Action Against Hunger has identified three main drivers of food insecurity: conflict, climate and poverty. The global food crisis has been escalated by international conflict, with the Russia-Ukraine war resulting in 19 countries implementing 27 food export bans and nine nations implementing 18 […]
Television is a cherished modern-day global phenomenon. There is nothing like watching the next episode of a show lounging on a comfy recliner coach on a Friday evening. Whether it is Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, Disney Plus or even AppleTV, these streaming platforms provide engaging entertainment. However, apart from the entertainment prowess, these streaming platforms […]
Urban agriculture has gained significant momentum in recent years as cities worldwide continue to face environmental, social and health challenges. Urban agriculture refers to cultivating, processing and distributing food in or around cities, using urban spaces such as rooftops, balconies, parks and vacant lots. It offers a sustainable solution to food insecurity, climate change and […]
