“Does film impact society or does society impact film?” This question was proposed by University of Michigan-Dearborn professor Anthony Luckett. Luckett, specializing in Film and Screen Studies, emphasized that the answer is “both.” “Film is a reflection of society. But there is an audience that is influenced by it.” Each film reflects the time it […]
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a serious health challenge for many low-income communities. Testing can be difficult for those living far from laboratories or health facilities, delaying diagnosis and treatment. More than 80% of TB cases and deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. Better access to rapid TB testing could facilitate earlier diagnosis. TB also imposes […]
With one in three respondents suffering from severe food insecurity in Jamaica in the 2023 Caribbean Food Security & Livelihoods Survey, food poverty and agricultural production are pressing issues in Jamaica. The high cost of agricultural inputs further intensifies financial difficulties for Jamaican farmers in rural areas, where income levels are lower. However, the government […]
In an attempt to diversify and expand its economy, improve long-term stability and potentially reduce poverty, Kazakhstan is turning to AI, innovation and entrepreneurship. Kazakhstan has traditionally relied on fossil fuels, minerals and other raw commodities, leaving its economy vulnerable to fluctuations in global commodity prices. The country’s economic diversification beyond natural resources is therefore […]
When many people think of mosquito-borne diseases, often the name that first comes to mind is malaria. Some may recall the Zika virus outbreak of 2016, or have a relative who returned from travels with a case of West Nile virus; however, it may be surprising to hear that in the Americas alone, over 1.2 […]
Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has spent his career breaking barriers on the track. Off the track, he has used his platform to push for a different kind of access: refugee education. In 2022, Hamilton backed a UNHCR campaign calling for refugee children and youth to be fully included in national education systems […]
In Nongrah village in Meghalaya, India, a middle-aged woman, Lanawanka Lamin, runs a small grocery store-cum-tea shop serving her local community. Stocked with everyday essentials and simple refreshments, the shop has been an important source of income for her family. Before this shop, her earnings were limited, barely enough to meet daily needs. In 2021, […]
Kush is a synthetic smokable drug composed of nitazenes, potent synthetic opioids, and synthetic cannabinoids. Laboratory testing has found that one of the nitazene compounds detected in kush is 25 times more potent than fentanyl. Kush has long been rumored to contain tramadol and powdered human bones, but chemical analysis conducted for a 2025 report […]
Jordan has provided significant aid to Gaza, from food to medical supplies since Oct. 7, 2023. Jordan’s aid to Gaza is primarily given via the nonprofit Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization (JHCO), which has worked with the Jordanian Armed Forces and the Foreign Ministry to deliver supplies. The Jordan Times reports that Jordan has provided more […]
Bengaluru, India, is one of the country’s fastest-growing economic centers, but its rapid growth has created a major transportation problem. Long commutes, traffic congestion, expensive private transportation and unequal access to jobs can make it difficult for lower-income residents to take advantage of the opportunities the city offers. The Bengaluru Metro, formally recognized as the […]
