Climate change could halve global GDP
A new report by the IFoA warns the global economy could face 50% loss in gross domestic product due to the catastrophic impacts of climate change. The numbers pertaining to the climate crisis continue to paint a grave picture. And a new report from the Institute and Faculty of...
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A look at the regressive anti-diversity order signed by Trump
Diversity programs have been at the heart of corporate culture, providing opportunities to the marginalized. However, Trump’s new order is set to reverse generations worth of anti-discriminatory progress. Within the first week of taking office, President Donald Trump has managed to amass controversy and shock. On Inauguration Day, he signed...
Is AI widening the UK’s regional pay divide?
A new report by Center for Cities reveals workers in London will earn more by August 2025 than those in Northern cities will make in a year. The Center for Cities has revealed the regional pay divide across the UK is more of a chasm than a gap. According...
Study reveals quarter of freshwater species are facing extinction
A recent study built on 20 years’ worth of evidence uncovered the alarming reality of freshwater species, reflecting the lack of proper data on global biodiversity loss. The trend of species going extinct is not a strange concept for humanity, for our actions drive it. Such tragedies have been traced to...
Understanding the rise of ‘brocialism’ in the UK
Babe, wake up... you're not actually a brocialist are you? The UK is now witnessing the horrifying rise of the alt-right Reform UK party, led by Nigel Farage, of anti-migrant poster fame. Just last week, the party topped polls for the first time. The former UKIP leader’s fascistic political views...
Understanding Trump’s impact on Africa
President Donald Trump's return to the White House has introduced a series of policy reforms that will significantly impact African nations. President Trump’s changes include an array of environmental commitments, trade dynamics, foreign aid distribution, and social policies, each carrying worrying implications for the continent. One of Trump's initial actions was...
Drag Queens face rising criticism and abuse
Following the death of UK drag star The Vivienne, members of the community warn of growing homophobia and transphobia levels across the country. When The Vivienne was crowned winner of the inaugural season of Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK, a star was born. The Vivienne, whose real name is James Lee Williams, was a Welsh performer who reflected the best of British drag, with a sharp wit and iconic sense...
UK economy had no growth from July to September 2024
New revised figures showed that the UK economy flatlined in the third quarter of the year, showing the UK had some of the lowest economic growth of the G7. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has come out with revised figures showing that the UK economy had no growth from July to September last year. This came after legal services, firms, bars, restaurants and other companies reported a weaker than expected...
Understanding femicide and gender violence in Türkiye
Horribly, Türkiye witnessed a high number of femicide cases in 2024. As women in Türkiye work for a safer and better tomorrow, gender inequality must be addressed publicly and privately. One phrase that transcends borders for women is: ‘Text me when you’re home.’ Unfortunately, however, even ‘home’ is’t necessarily a safe place for everyone. According to the UN Women's Report, one woman or girl was killed every 10 minutes by...
How to manage seasonal affective disorders
The term seasonal depression is on the rise in social media, but what is seasonal depression? What can we do to manage our winter blues and summer sadness? Seasonal affective disorder or SAD is a type of mental health challenge similar to depression. The chief difference is it fluctuates in line with weather patterns. Although most commonly related to the winter season, people can experience seasonal depression in winter...
