The G8, the group that houses the eight most powerful countries in the world, is meant to (in theory) get the most powerful heads of state together for them to discuss the present and future of the world in which, like it or not, they have a decisive influence on. But lately, there has been […]
Teach refugees the language of adopted country
A sad reality, indeed, to know that some four million Iraqi refugees have yet to find a better place to migrate. And the question always boils down as to who caused these refugees to go astray? Isn’t it the unrest and wars now going on in some countries in Africa and the Middle East? Most […]
Suggestions For Leaving An Abusive Partner By One Who’s Been There
Though I am not a doctor, my advice comes from a combination of personal experience and therapy given to me by professionals. Leaving someone controlling and/or abusive can be (and usually is) a dangerous situation, so more than anything, my wish to you is to call your local domestic violence hotline and get help in […]
Oceans as dumping grounds of hazardous chemicals
In what is highly known as the biggest sanctuary for fish and other marine species, the world’s oceans are no longer safe haven for fish and other marine mammals. Reason? Indiscriminate human activities and big corporate interests that seemed to have outweighed the importance of environmental preservation in favor of financial gains. It may sound […]
Does A Politician’s Eyes Look At Women?
Bangkok, Thailand – Throughout the ages, the process of birthing has always been a cause of intrigue and celebration among human beings. But for <a href="http://www.stevechadwick.co.nz">Steve Chadwick</a>, an MP in New Zealand’s Labour-led government and former midwife, there’s nothing that mirrors politics as much as the process of giving birth. Chadwick bemoaned the growing risk of […]
Agriculture, food security and poverty alleviation
Agriculture, food security and poverty alleviation By Yuba Nath Lamsal The global food production is sufficient to feed the world population. But hunger exists and tens of thousands of people die of hunger and malnutrition annually in the world. A part of the world dumps the surplus food into the ocean while other parts […]