Science & Technology

US and China Trade War: What Exactly Is It All About?

6 November, 2019

There has been much talk in the past year about the US and China trade war and its influence on the global economy. The two largest economies of the world have been involved in an economic conflict. This all started…

3 Good Reasons Why You Should Eat Seasonal Produce

5 November, 2019

We can change the world one meal at a time by carefully choosing what to eat. For instance, eating seasonal vegetables every day can have a big impact on what we have around us. To better understand this, we will…

Four Women Who Changed the Course of Arts History

4 November, 2019

In the beginning it was Artemisia Gentileschi, an Italian painter of the Caravaggio school who lived during the first half of the 17th century, who opened the way to the new ideology that not only men could become artists. Evolving…

Why Is Poverty Rate in the United States Higher Than in Other Countries?

3 November, 2019

The United States are among the richest countries in the world. Yet, as far as poverty is concerned, they are doing much worse than other countries fitting in this category. In fact, in 2017, official poverty measure estimated that 12%…

From Farm to Fork – Tips to Go Local When Grocery Shopping

3 November, 2019

Going from farm to fork when grocery shopping is an excellent solution to save money while getting quality produce. However, if you want to avoid disappointment, you should take into account several factors when purchasing fresh products. From Farm to…

Developing Countries Are Paying the Consequences of Climate Change

2 November, 2019

The survival of millions of people around the world - especially in developing countries - already depends today and will depend increasingly in the near future on the ability to adapt and withstand the impact of climate change. Climate change…

November: The Three Best Green Initiatives of the Month

2 November, 2019

The month of November means we all can start having a festive mindset. While we plan our Thanksgiving, Christmas is just around the corner. As a result, it is the perfect time to start thinking about and even purchasing Christmas…

Parents in China Prefer Home-school to Public Education

1 November, 2019

One of the greatest tools for a nation's propaganda is the education system. Influencing the youth’s perception of the world and its way of thinking is the surest way to invest in future consent and fervor. The Chinese government, for…

Congo Rainforest: The World’s Second Largest Jungle Is Under Threat

1 November, 2019

The Congo rainforest is also known as the Earth's second lung - the Amazon rainforest being the first one - since it is the second largest tropical forest of the world. It covers the territories of six central African Countries:…

Oppression in Xinjiang: China’s War on Uighur Culture

31 October, 2019

The Uighurs are a Turkic-language ethnic group that has always lived in the territory of Central and East Asia. Their cultural identity is closely linked with the Muslim religion: by the 16th century, this population was fully Islamized. They are…

What Is Green Building? Saving Energy with Eco-Friendly Construction

31 October, 2019

Green building is also known as sustainable architecture. This type of building includes ecology and sustainable development, with design methods aimed at reducing environmental impact. The focus on sustainability applies both to the construction phase and during the life of…

Green Fashion Is Now a Reality – And the World Needs It

30 October, 2019

Green fashion has been evolving for some time now. Every year, designers launch special collections, new materials and concrete initiatives. The fashion industry has for years been one of the sectors with the greatest environmental impact - second only to…

The Genoside of Yazidis and the Violence Against Yazidis Women

30 October, 2019

The Yazidis - or Yezidis - are a population historically located in present-day Iraq, Syria, Turkey, Armenia and Georgia. This ethnic group has faced hardship since they were often persecuted for religious reasons. Their monotheistic religion, Yazidism or Sharfadin, is…

Here Is Why You Should Consider Green Roofs on Your Home

30 October, 2019

The installation of green roofs to naturally insulate buildings is an ancient construction technique. In fact, it was already used by the Vikings and in the Nordic countries. Today, the same updated technique is becoming one of the main elements of…

Compulsory Vaccinations in Europe – Current State of Play

29 October, 2019

In total, 15 European countries do not have compulsory vaccinations, while the remaining 14 countries have at least one compulsory vaccination included in their vaccination programme. The United States and Canada - in a way like Germany - have chosen…

Viceroy’s House: The Story of the End of the British Empire in India

29 October, 2019

India gained its independence from the United Kingdom on 15 August 1947. On this date, the legislative sovereignty to the Constituent Assembly of India was passed through the Indian Independence Act. This assembly was first elected to write the Constitution of…