What is the controversy with electoral bonds?
India’s electoral bond scheme intended to bring more transparency to political funding. It has since become engulfed in allegations of cronyism, as …
View ArticleOpinion – Queer community in India rightfully questions elections
As India’s 2024 general elections approach, the country’s vast and vibrant queer community is mobilizing to demand greater representation and rights …
View ArticleLadakh’s fight for identity and autonomy in India
The people of Ladakh, a remote and ecologically fragile region in India, have been taking to the streets to protest against the central government’s …
View ArticleCambodia’s reefs are thriving as the rest of the world’s corals bleach
Marine biologists have just announced the fourth planet-wide coral bleaching event. Despite this devastating news, scientists are pleased to witness …
View ArticleQuestion – What types of careers are available in advertising?
Wondering how an advertising agency works? Our career coach gives a rundown on the ins and outs of agency life, with specifics on each type of role …
View ArticleResearch reveals that higher IQ scores correlate with left-wing beliefs
A new paper has found a link between ‘being genetically predisposed to be smarter’ and being more liberal, suggesting that our political views may …
View ArticleOpinion – Nike’s Olympic kits are an emblem of sports sexism
The sporting giant has come under fire over its women’s Track and Field kits. The backlash is long overdue. With the Paris Olympics just months away, …
View ArticleLloyd Martin to become youngest Down’s syndrome marathon runner
The 19-year-old will attempt a world record at the London Marathon this April, with his mum by his side. Lloyd Martin has wanted to run a marathon for …
View ArticleCreating deepfake porn is about to become illegal
Some of the world’s top cosmologists are meeting at London’s Royal Society to scrutinise an accepted theory on the universe’s formation. The view, …
View ArticleWhat is the ‘Dead Internet Theory’ and is it real?
With the ceaseless growth of AI since 2022, conspiracies surrounding the so-called ‘Dead Internet Theory’ have grown stronger. First thing’s first, …
View ArticleIs Rihanna’s use of religious fashion as problematic as people think?
Never shy of causing a stir, global superstar Rihanna has drawn criticism after dressing up as a nun in her latest cover shoot for Interview Magazine …
View ArticleWhat are ‘adult gap years’ and why are they on the rise?
Most commonly a pre-uni rite of passage for teens and people in their early 20s, putting everything on hold to travel the world is fast becoming a …
View ArticleFake Botox is poisoning cosmetic patients across the United States
Several people have reported negative health reactions after being injected with botulinum toxin in the US. It’s a worrying trend that emphasizes the …
View ArticleScience confirms touch alleviates anxiety amid spiking levels globally
As the world grapples with a mental health crisis post-pandemic and in light of findings that record numbers of people are now suffering from …
View ArticleDevastating floods continue to devastate Tanzania
Tanzania is grappling with ongoing floods that have claimed lives and left thousands of people affected across the country. Triggered by heavy …
View ArticleWhat is Earth Day and why do we mark it every year?
Earth Day takes place on the 22nd April every year, with more than 190 countries participating around the world. What is Earth Day, and why is it a …
View ArticleTouchless tech is a huge gaming accessibility upgrade
Accessibility to games for disabled people used to require expensive specialist equipment. Now, sophisticated – and free – applications like …
View ArticleIndia’s electoral landscape is marred by political interference
In India, where democracy is touted as the bedrock of its governance, recent revelations surrounding the fate of opposition leaders facing corruption …
View ArticleIs cloud seeding to blame for the Dubai floods?
Last week, approximately 25cm of rain – roughly twice the UAE’s yearly average – fell in a single day, leaving much of the city’s outdoor …
View ArticleNature has officially become a musician
As part of a new campaign, nature has been recognised as an artist on major streaming platforms, including Spotify. Royalties will go towards …
View ArticleFirst solar-powered vinyl record press built in US
Dave Newell, a Florida-based musician and avid record collector, has, alongside environmentalist wife Betsy Bemis, created the first solar-powered …
View ArticleScientists use ‘coral IVF’ and recorded audio to repopulate dying reefs
In the latest development for coral reef restoration projects, scientists are experimenting with ‘coral IVF’ and audio recordings from thriving reefs …
View ArticleSadiq Kahn says the Thames River will be safe to swim in by 2034
The Mayor of London has announced a decade-long plan to clean up the Thames River in hopes that city-dwellers will one day safely swim in its …
View Article‘Bionic eye’ solves mystery of Plato’s final resting place
Italian researcher, Graziano Ranocchia, may have finally solved the mystery of Plato’s final resting place. An AI-powered ‘bionic eye’ scanned a …
View ArticleIs Bark Air’s flight service for dogs really necessary?
Bark Air is the first airline offering luxury flights for our furry friends. But they’ll cost you. In today’s world, convenience tends to reign …
View ArticlePlant diseases are increasingly destroying EU trees and crops
While farmers and conservationists struggle to contain previously introduced pathogens, new outbreaks are being detected. According to scientists, …
View ArticleWhy did Earth Day choose to prioritise plastics this year?
Every year, Earth Day picks a specific environmental theme to focus on. Why did it select plastics for 2024? Did you take part in Earth Day this …
View ArticleMore children drink in England than in any other country
According to a study conducted by the World Health Organisation, the UK has the worst rate of child alcohol abuse worldwide. The analysis also found …
View ArticleThe black market for greenhouse gases is thriving
Hydrofluorocarbons are supposed to be dying out under the terms of a global treaty. The compounds represent a major threat to our climate, but remain …
View ArticleExploring the irony of the Met Gala’s ‘Garden of Time’ theme
Drawing inspiration from a dystopian novel, this year’s Met Gala theme is either purposefully or unintentionally a huge nod to the state of our …
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