A Tale of Two Cities: Empowering local governments to combat transnational threats
Nation-states were simply unable to contain this pandemic by relying on conventional approaches and traditional policy tools.
India: Hope in preparing for the worst?
India’s ability to protect its population will be a true testament to where it stands from the perspective of global development.
AI ethics and the Vatican: A match made in heaven
The Rome Call for AI Ethics proposes six key tenants similar to the European Union’s non-binding guidelines for “trustworthy AI” and the Trump administration’s guidance for federal regulation of AI.
Desert locusts threaten food security in East Africa and beyond
Towards the end of 2019, a severe dry spell across East Africa was followed by two similarly intense cyclones, ultimately ushering in a swarm of desert locusts.
Falling on deaf ears: The neglected consequences of marine noise pollution
One of the most often overlooked consequences of an increasingly globalized world is oceanic noise pollution and its negative impact on marine life.
When Winston met Jacinda: How a progressive icon and a nationalist firebrand found common ground
Kiwis stick together, especially when up against an Australian.
Qui dort dîne: It’s time to wake up and address the global food problem
Currently, there are 820 million people suffering from food insecurity, signaling the dire need to mitigate this global issue.
Going viral: The online spread of misinformation about the coronavirus
The misinformation spreading about the outbreak of the coronavirus is moving quicker than the virus itself.
Davos 2020: Harmful or helpful in achieving climate objectives?
The most anticipated speakers were two individuals that arguably stand at opposite ends of the climate debate: U.S. President Donald Trump and climate activist Greta Thunberg.
The protest wave of 2019: Is democracy on the rise?
From an extradition bill in Hong Kong to electoral transparency in Bolivia to public transit fares in Chile, the proximal causes of the protests that unfolded in 2019 appear to vary immensely.
Changing the playing field: Russia tests new hypersonic weapons
Only three countries are currently known to be experimenting with this long sought-after weapon and delivery system: the U.S., Russia, and China.
Benjamin Netanyahu indicted for corruption charges
This is the first time that a sitting Israeli Prime Minister has been indicted on corruption charges and it does not bode well for Netanyahu’s chances of reelection.
Black Friday deals satiate consumer demands, but at what price?
The fashion industry and retail brands have been under scrutiny for years by enticing youth to shop, which has fueled throwaway culture.
The consequences of a lack of U.S. climate change policy
It is in the national and economic interest of the U.S. to impose practical, attainable, and measurable environmental policies.
A tinderbox of inequality: The root cause of the protests in Chile
The end of Pinochet’s military dictatorship in the 1990s did not translate into a shift away from the free market economic policies that dominated his rule in the 70s and 80s.
The climate of power: Greta Thunberg and the unequal conversation on climate
With her newfound fame has come a barrage of criticism, much of it rooted in the established power dynamics that shape the conversation around climate change and other global issues.
The state of gender equality: Stories from across the globe
There is still a long road to universal equity and inclusion.
“I’ll have what they’re having” – A universal diet to save the planet
Transitioning to healthier diets worldwide would not only benefit human health but it would also reduce the environmental costs of food production.
Something’s rotten in the state of Denmark
Denmark is giving the Scandinavian reputation a run for its money.
“No Chef!” – Unmaking the culture of misogyny in professional kitchens
The food industry in North America had its own “Harvey Weinstein moment” in late 2017.