The Unseen War: Tuberculosis, U.S. Apathy, And The Fight For Global Health Justice
Tuberculosis (T.B.) is a fully treatable disease, yet in 2023 alone, it tragically claimed over 1.25 million lives. Despite the importance of providing this life-sustaining treatment, there are currently prevention and treatment efforts that are stymied due to funding cuts, which can cause incredible damage to patients and healthcare systems
The Human Cost Of Migration In Lampedusa
Lampedusa, an island located between Sicily and Tunisia, is one of the main entry points for migrants travelling from North Africa, particularly from Tunisia and Libya, seeking refuge and improved living conditions in Europe. The reception center, known as the Centro di Primo Accoglienza, was initially designed to hold about
Deportations to Venezuela Explained
Since the beginning of Trump’s campaign for the 2024 presidential election, he made promises regarding mass deportations of migrants, claiming that it must be done for the betterment of the country. On his first day in office, “Trump took executive action to stop the invasion at the southern border and
Gaza’s Humanitarian Crisis Worsens With Renewed War
On 15 March 2025, thousands of Palestinians were displaced once again and over 400 casualties were reported after a wave of Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza, marking an end to the nearly two month-long ceasefire. Israel blames Hamas’ failure to release more hostages before further negotiations took place for the renewed
What’s At Stake With U.S.A.I.D. Cuts: Diplomacy, Development, And Peace In Vietnam And Beyond
The recent U.S.A.I.D. cuts have impacted various projects in Vietnam and imperiled U.S.-Vietnam relations. A major project is an attempt to clean up soil contaminated with the deadly herbicide Agent Orange, which the U.S. military used on forests and water bodies during the Vietnam War. For instance, the Bien Hoa
Neoliberalism: A Paradigm in Which Direction and Where? The Argentine Case
On March 13th, The Guardian published a report on an article titled “Photographer in Coma After Argentina Police Hit Pensioner Protest Hard.” The article presented how police officers used tear gas, rubber bullets, and water cannons, among other weapons, to break up the protests. This violent clash portrays the heightened
Cryptogate: Milei’s Crypto Scandal And Its Threat To Economic Rights
On February 14th, 2025, Argentinian president Javier Milei enthusiastically promoted the cryptocurrency $Libra, promising it would raise money for small businesses and strengthen the Argentine economy. Following the promotion, the price of the meme coin spiked, and the token’s market value reached 4 billion dollars. However, a few hours after
Migrants As Political Instruments: The Hidden Strategy Of Securitisation
Introduction Migration in Europe has found itself at a crossroads between human rights, globalisation, and state sovereignty. The world underwent a significant shift between the 1960s and 2000, prefaced by globalisation. This phenomenon deterred the state control countries once had, and pushed for global economic interdependence. As states became more
The Health And Climate Impacts Of Air Pollution
99% of the world’s population is exposed to air pollution that exceeds the health standards of the World Health Organization (W.H.O.). According to U.N.I.C.E.F., polluted air can lead to serious health issues, including lung damage, cardiovascular disease, and hindered brain development. The W.H.O. estimates that air pollution causes seven million
Weaponised Sexual Abuse: The Sudanese Civil War And Its Impact On Women
Since April 15th 2023, Sudan has been locked in a brutal power struggle between two warring military factions. Conflict between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) has, after nearly two years, claimed an estimated 15,000 lives while displacing more than 8.2 million people. The RSF
China And America’s Differing World Views
In today’s world, China and the United States are two of, if not the top two, most influential countries in the world. President Trump of the United States and President Xi Jinping of China have both expressed a desire for greatness and further growth of their respective countries, ideals, and
How President Trump Has Defied International Norms In His Second Term
Since taking office, U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration have taken a harsh approach to challenging the norms set forth by international organizations created to ensure global security. President Trump and his senior officials have used executive orders, economic measures, and meetings with foreign leaders to express their vision
Shaping Peace: The Confrontation Between Dominance And Resistance
In The History of Sexuality, Volume 1, Michel Foucault asserts: “Where there is power, there is resistance.” This crucial observation highlights a continuous clash between two opposing forces: power, which seeks to dominate and expand its reach, and resistance, which strives to reject this dominance through various mechanisms; whether violent,
Accelerating Action: Paving the Path to Gender Equality
The journey toward gender equality has been long and filled with both progress and setbacks. Thirty years ago, the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action marked a significant moment in history when 189 governments adopted a comprehensive framework for women’s rights. This agreement covered essential areas such as education, health,
Voices Of Change In Serbia’s Fight For Democracy And Justice
Over the past three months, Serbia has experienced the most extensive protests in recent history, led by students denouncing government corruption. The student protests, especially in this past month, have reached across the population, spreading to more than 100 cities and towns. The triggering event was the roof collapse at
