Opinion: Allegations of Foucault’s Paedophilia and Re-evaluating the English Syllabus
It should be mandatory for universities to include a disclaimer that these theorists defended paedophilia, otherwise it seems like premeditated obscuring of the truth, and a misrepresentation of these people as admirable scholars โ these are not people we should strive to emulate.
Okay Google, Set a Reminder: Book the Vaccine
Google is part of our lives. Let it be Google search engine, Google calendar, Google Meet. The truth is, in this ad, Google is presenting itself as your friend – as the solution to your problem.
Landmark Drive for Amazon Unionisation
Over time Amazon has built up some innovative, yet often draconian methods to control its workers.
Why Online Learning Is Failing To Meet the Mark
This shiny brave new world of online learning comes at the expense of fundamental necessities for student learning.
The USA’s Possible Inflation Spike
From rocky relations with China following the eruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, to the 1.9 trillion dollar stimulus checks, the country has been at the top of every headline about economics. Now itโs showing up on the headlines for a different reason: inflation.
Is Alexei Navalny Hitting a Roadblock in His Effort to Change Russia’s Politics?
Is Navalny able to change the Russian political scene, win against corruption and eventually put an end to Putinโs presidency?
KBC Keynotes
In this keynote, we are joined by Professor Muhammad Yunus, Nobel Laureate and recipient of the US Presidential Medal of Freedom, as he provides his opinions on the opportunities available in unpacking social business opportunities during COVID-19.
On top of his list of accolades, Professor Yunus is Founder of Grameen Bank and the “Father of Microfinancing” – a humanitarian take on the financial sector.
How the Pandemic Helped Women in Pakistan Find Empowerment
Not only a story of ingenuity but one of hope, Anaum reveals how her organisation, โMai Foundationโ, mobilises women to help women; find freedom, autonomy and financial independence.
Llamas: The Unexpected Helpers Against Covid-19
Given that llamas are mostly known for their endearing appearance and their tendency to spit, their involvement in Covid-19 treatments may come as a quite a surprise.
The Beginning of the End for Big Techโs Global Dominance?
In both the East and West where citizens increasingly value their privacy, regulators are clamping down on Big tech and e-commerce companies which have long exploited data they collected from users to further their dominance and curb competitors.
The United Kingdomโs Potential As a World Leader in Quantum Computing
Quantum computing holds much promise, and a few UK players are squaring up to the challenge.
Astropolitik: The State of an Overlooked Security Field
Several nations have flexed their Anti-Satellite capabilities recently, going as far as shooting down their own assets. This tiptoes around the armament prohibition in space and on celestial bodies as agreed in the OST; nonetheless, arms have voyaged there.
Domestic Violence and the Istanbul Convention
The Convention aimed to criminalize all sorts of violence, whether it be physical, sexual or psychological, towards all minorities, most importantly women and people who identify as LGBTQIA+.
Sustainable Development Goals and The Powerful Impact of Business Partnerships
We are now collectively called for action. We are united towards 17 common goals and one common deadline: 2030.
From Student to CEO: Personal Journey and Advice for Young Entrepreneurs
I learned that you shouldnโt waste your energy stressing about things that are out of your control (in my case, a ship the size of the Empire State Building got stuck along the same route used by the vessel carrying my products). Enjoy what youโre doing.
KBR Young Entrepreneurs Series – The Stogie Lads
The first segment of the KBR Young Entrepreneurs Series is in conversation with Carl Hjelmborn and Ruben Renmaker.
Myanmar Crisis: Not the First Time but Hopefully the Last
The people of Myanmar have been promised democracy many times, but as long as the military remains in the political arena and dictates the trajectory of the transition, they will continue to make a mockery of peopleโs right to self-determination.