UK school dinner disparity highlights wider socio-economic divide
Campaigners have argued children face a ‘postcode lottery’ when it comes to the quality of school meals. But as portions decrease and prices rise, school meals highlight the hurdles faced by parents amid a cost-of-living crisis. I’d hazard a guess that few of us look back fondly on our school...
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Opinion – sexual assault remains a blight on India’s conscience
The recent gang assault of a Spanish vlogger in Jharkhand, India, is an alarming wake up call. India can no longer deny its sexual violence issue and must collectively work towards a solution. TW: This article contains detailed descriptions of sexual assault and violence. Reader discretion is advised. Earlier this...
Explaining Bangalore’s severe water crisis
Bangalore, the Silicon Valley of India, is grappling with an unprecedented water crisis that has exposed an underbelly of unchecked urbanization and environmental neglect. As summer looms, Bangalore’s water crisis is expected to worsen. Sharaschandra, a resident of Uttarahalli in Bengaluru, paints a grim picture. ‘We are a family of six...
Nigeria contends with yet more school kidnappings
Nigeria has found itself once again thrust into a state of anguish and despair after 287 school children were abducted last week. The repercussions continue to reverberate across society, leaving scars that run deep amongst thousands of victims. Nigeria’s security situation continues to worsen after 287 children between the...
The importance of World Water Day
Though access to water is often taken for granted in many parts of the world, every continent faces unique challenges when it comes to securing this precious resource in the future. On World Water Day, let's explore them. Today is World Water Day, an observance held each year on March...
Exclusive – celebrating Women’s Month with Wadi Ben-Hirki
This Women’s Month, we spoke to women’s rights activist and young entrepreneur Wadi Ben-Hirki about the work she is doing through her foundation to improve opportunities, education, and the livelihoods of young girls and women in Nigeria. In a world marked by gender disparity and injustice, Wadi Ben-Hirki and the...
Research reveals that higher IQ scores correlate with left-wing beliefs
A new paper has found a link between ‘being genetically predisposed to be smarter’ and being more liberal, suggesting that our political views may not solely be a product of our environment or upbringing, but could also be influenced by the genetic variations that affect our intelligence. According to a recent study, people with higher IQ scores are more likely to hold liberal views, which suggests that...
Independent football regulation is worth celebrating in the UK
Following a fan-led review in 2021, the UK government announced plans to appoint an independent football regulator to oversee England’s top five leagues. That bill was introduced in parliament this week. A landmark bill has been introduced in UK parliament this week confirming the creation of an independent regulator with the power to govern England’s top five leagues. As the English football pyramid strives for boundless profit margins, fans have...
F1 Sponsor under fire for misleading sustainability claims
Saudi Aramco and the Financial Times have been accused of greenwashing after claims made about sustainable fuels were cast in doubt. As concerns regarding climate change and environmental sustainability mount, corporations are under increased pressure to embrace and offer green initiatives. But this demand also exacerbates the risk of greenwashing, as the most unsustainable industries exploit consumer interests for their own gain and, ultimately, the planet’s detriment. The latest company to face...
Sweden joins NATO after 200 years of neutrality
After years of unwavering neutrality, Sweden's ascension to NATO marks a dramatic shift in the nation's security strategy, driven by the uncertainties of the current geopolitical climate. Sweden made a historic shift in international security by officially joining NATO on March 7th, ending two centuries of neutrality for the Nordic nation. The decision came after the events of the Russia-Ukraine war, which heightened security concerns throughout Europe. The nation applied to...
