What seems like a blessing in the form of the government stimulus schemes could infact be a death blow. Read to find out whether the current economic measures put in place are helping you in the long term or whether they are burying your future job prospects.

Plastics are everywhere; they are in your washing machine, they flow through your tap water, they accompany urban dust and they decorate the insides of your favourite seafood. How did this come to be?

Social Media: how is it dividing us?

In October 2020, a motion to provide 1.4 million disadvantaged children in England with food vouchers during the school holidays was voted down by the UK government. However, the fight against child hunger in the UK is not a new issue.

A world under the reign of Hitler is one that is almost unimaginable, but at parts during WW2, this was a real possibility. But, what if the war was won by the Axis- how could the world have been like amongst this “uncertainty and tyranny”?

A global pandemic and economic crisis. Two contrasting visions of a future America. The stage is set for the most contested elections in recent US history. In an election with implications for decades to come, which of the two candidates is most compelling?

In a world woven from words with connections created through conversation, how much of what we hear and say is actually meant? And are we stifling our authenticity for the sake of “saving face”?

Our society has been conditioned to treat our women as less worthy than the men. That is shamelessly flagrant in the way we showcase them.

The new decade has seen a renaissance for the British Broadcasting Corporation. Yet, in 2020, the BBC serves as one of the best cautionary tales of equal pay to date, one of doing too much and yet too little.

It is more than love for animals or nature, it is a question of survival. A dark future is threatening our planet, it is perhaps our chance to save it.

In 2016, PTI’s Imran Khan pledged to plant a billion trees in Pakistan’s poorest province. Now, Pakistan is on track to exceed that goal tenfold, and drastically reduce poverty while doing so. So, what did Pakistan do right, and could it be emulated elsewhere?

What does it mean for a product to be ‘sustainable’, ‘green’ or ‘environmentally friendly’? Here we explore the growing trend of greenwashing, how to spot it, and how to distinguish it from genuine corporate environmental efforts.

Amidst a global pandemic, seeking clarification over healthcare rules is as important as ever. What actually is the law governing medical rights in the UK? What can we learn from its historical development about what the future will look like?

It is time to change our approach to Black History Month in the UK. Black history should not just be viewed or explored from the American gaze. We must ensure that a light is shone on the history of Black people in Britain and commonwealth countries too.

Understanding the past is extremely beneficial because it allows a constant reflection of our actions as individuals, societies, and inhabitants of this planet – and offers a guide as to how we should and should not act. The field of history allows critical insights into understanding the complexities and nuances of the world. It offers the skill of critical analysis and evaluation, since historians have to reach a judgement as to what is the most plausible justification. History is a subject that can be overlooked because of its concern with the past but its relevance is something that should be appreciated greatly.

The world is constantly changing, sometimes we can only see the change after it is made. However, in regards to cities, there are some aspects that we can look through and visualize the future that is waiting for us.

Loot boxes are a prevalent mechanic in video games and have been compared to gambling in the past. So how have countries approached this debate and are these attitudes reflected in their legislation?

Edward Said stresses that we must unlearn the cultural dominative mode that is Orientalism. How does Skyfall perpetuate Western views of the East? By shedding light on the Orientalist gaze, we reveal the blindspot Western literature & media raised us with.

Before seismic waves helped us achieve a more accurate understanding of the earth’s interior structure, many turned to bizarre and imaginative theories. Let’s dive into one of these which is the Hollow Earth Theory!

Over the course of the past century, commercial aviation has witnessed leaps of progress driven by both individuals to large companies. Yet, the door to further innovation remains ajar. Find out how by learning about key past and current developments.

When we are faced with a prolonged period of idleness, it is inevitable that we begin to question the very foundations of our belief systems. In this article, we delve into trying to answer these age old conundrums.

Is the hype around Neuralink justified? Why should we care? The article explores the reasons why this emerging technology could be a game-changer, why we need humanity to accept this new phase in Medicine Technology and much more.

Are profit and positive externalities mutually exclusive goals for businesses? Impact investing equips businesses with the resources to make money and do good. It just comes down to whether the investment community is ready to save the future.

What is the impact of Artificial Intelligence on the fundamentals of economics and business strategy? Let’s take a step back to understand how this revolution in technology impacts people and processes.

There’s an endemic deficiency on the African continent; leadership- or lack thereof. Through the tenures of Banda, Nkrumah and Nyerere, we can better understand the common themes that perpetuate and encourage poor governance.

Have you ever found an old photo, walked by a school you used to go to or heard a song from your youth and felt … happy? Sad? Wistful? Sentimental? This feeling has an interesting history and implications, so let’s take a look back at nostalgia.

The fight for real equal representation within the UN itself is one that looks very promising, the role of women in international peace and security is fundamental and finding active ways to rightfully include women should be a bigger focus within the UN

What do the 1991 Mount Pinatubo eruption and an ocean filled with millions of white golf balls have in common? They can both combat climate change-potentially. Read on to discover how the field of geoengineering is trying to combat climate change.

It’s no secret that disability representation is lacking, but why are so many disabled characters bad examples of real disabled people? And how do some of them actively harm the community they represent? The answer may come through dissecting ableist tropes.

From the least to the most developed, countries around the world have had to adapt to COVID-19’s new normal.  One big trend, particularly in developed nations, has been the rapid digitalisation of many aspects of life. According to Stanford University, 42% of the US labor force has now fully shifted their work to virtual platforms.  […]

Humans launching themselves hundreds of kilometres above our planet’s surface isn’t a new practice and neither is the involvement of private aerospace unheard of. Then why is the recent SpaceX’s crewed Demo 2 mission so significant.

“Seldom do we consider the effect of COVID-19 on charities and non-profit organisations…”. We spoke to Literacy Pirrates, Migrant Voice, and Human Appeal and saw an insight to the effect for them and the people they help and how they have had to adapt to survive.

In 2004, the NHS introduced a policy forbidding many receivers of blood transfusions from becoming blood donors. Today, this restriction is active, and the reason involves a demented generation of British cows.

COVID-19 has undeniably changed many lives: from transitioning to online schooling, to losing a job – everyone has been affected in one way or the other. But have you ever stopped to think about how some groups may have it worse than you?

2 million Uighur Muslims are being persecuted & oppressed against their wishes as you read this whilst you cherish comfort & freedom. You raise your voice against your government for keeping you in lock down whilst your fellow human near torture?

In July 2020, a flood of accusations of sexual harassment, assault and blackmail against an affluent student has triggered Egypt’s greatest, most unyielding women’s revolution. Will the female community’s collective voice be enough to fight the phenomenon?

Dubbed the “Balkans of the Orient” by British historian C.A Fisher, Southeast Asia is probably the most diverse corner of the world. But just how did such a ‘Balkanised’ region of the world succeed in achieving such peace and prosperity?

A portrayal of FinTech momentum as well as the security measures this force entails.

The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is viewed by Ethiopians worldwide as the country’s statement of intent, a demonstration of its collective ambition. Egypt views Ethiopia’s uncooperative behaviour as posing an existential threat to the Egyptian state. The GERD represents development, but at whose expense?

The world of finance is renowned for coming up with three-letter acronyms, however with the rise of ESG, where does it stand? We evaluate this strategy which drives many prominent investors today.

What if perfection was not the requirement, but in fact undesirable? Instead we place our focus on the intrinsic and shift away from the material. The Japanese ideology of Wabi Sabi, a philosophy of life, can provide some insight. Wabi Sabi embraces and promotes imperfection, authenticity and transience. It teaches its adherents to be comfortable with ambiguities.

We are seeing an increasing use of facial recognition technology in our everyday lives. From security, policing, and even just unlocking our smartphones. But how does facial recognition work, and how effective is it really?

Global Economic health is under threat by what could be the worst economic recession of our lives. Leaders around the world are brainstorming for possible solutions. One solution that has rattled debates in many international organisations is Debt Relief.

We have existed on this planet for less than 0.0004% of the earth’s history yet scientists propose that we have entered the Anthropocene, a new epoch characterized by our significant impact on the planet. Is this claim based on human arrogance and false environmental alarmism or do we have the necessary scientific evidence proving its existence?

In the midst of the Black Lives Matter movement, pressing questions of discrimination in different fields of medicine have been raised. But one that has gone far under-reported is the disproportionate number of schizophrenia diagnoses in POC populations, especially among African-Americans and Hispanics.

Telling the time is easy an easy task, we teach children at the age of 6 how to do so. Keeping track of time however turns out more difficult that one would think, and that’s mostly down to daylight saving.

Europe’s biggest employer; Great Britain’s cult religion; Our first and last line of defence against COVID-19. The NHS is huge in every way and so are the issues that plague it. This pandemic is an opportunity for us to step back and take stock – to learn from our mistakes.

A quick medical solution is what we can best hope for Covid-19 pandemic. However, have we approached it the right way since its outburst? Is mechanical ventilation the sole method to treat the Covid-19 patients?

Empowering youth leaders; Building a long-lasting AIESEC; Developing Purposeful Partnerships. 3 statements that lay the groundwork for actions of tens of thousands of AIESECers, be it the President of AIESEC International or a potential member for a local committee.

Yemen has descended into a downward spiral of troubles- accelerated by many factors. This article looks at all parties involved- the UK and US included- and explains the grief that the Yemeni have gone through. Has the world done enough, or actually done more harm than good?