The right to vote has been guaranteed to every individual in their respective countries through the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Given the massive discrepancies in social and political systems in countries around the world, it is evident that the way people go out and vote as well as how that vote count differs. In […]
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As most of the world approaches the one-year mark of the massive spread of the novel coronavirus, there are many activities for us which have become the “new normal”. Wearing a mask in public places and with people around is one of the aspects that first come to mind. Countries and governments around the world […]
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The recent years have seen a healthy increase in discussion around mental health, both online and offline. Having open conversations about mental health goes a long way towards helping de-stigmatize it in society, and for many, can be the first push for them to seek medical and professional help. Here are some common myths/stigmas about […]
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Black History Month is observed and celebrated annually in various countries around the world in February (and October in some countries). It is meant to highlight, celebrate, and commemorate black people and their contributions to society. This year marks the 45th official celebration of Black History Month. To wholeheartedly celebrate the event, it is vital […]
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Before diving into the inherent logical fallacies of the political ideology, ‘socially liberal, fiscally conservative’, it’s essential to lay out the definitions of the two terms. A social liberal government is expected to address economic and social issues such as poverty, health care, education, and the climate using government intervention whilst also emphasizing the rights […]
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An electoral system determines the set of rules which shape the voting process and results interpretation in an election. This is a widely used practice since it exists even in non-governmental organizations, businesses, etc. to determine the people in charge. However, the main focus of this piece is going to be on the political electoral […]
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The distribution of wealth is, simply put, the way in which the wealth and income of a nation are divided among its population, or the way in which the wealth and income of the world are divided among nations. From 1989 to 2016, the income inequality in the United States has more than doubled as […]
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Think about the last time you’ve witnessed hate, be it from the news or in person. Actually, think of a few instances, not just one. From everyday aversions to controversial societal conflicts, the word “hate” can initiate a plethora of scenarios. To give a broad overview of this complex concept, below is an introduction of […]
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What Is Tokenism? Tokenism is the practice of making an effort that is only symbolic to be inclusive of minority groups to keep up an appearance of racial and/or sexual equality (Wikipedia). Tokenism or Authentic Representation? It is often difficult to distinguish between sincere efforts to be inclusive and perfunctory gestures. Appearing to be the […]
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What is Fast Fashion? Fast Fashion (also known as disposable fashion) is categorized as quick catwalk-to-store clothing that is generally inexpensive and trendy. The industry boomed in the early 2000s as consumers flocked towards brands like Zara, TopShop, Mango and Forever 21 for contemporary and chic clothing. The hidden cost of this flourishing industry is […]
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