What are war crimes and who is held accountable for them?
As Israel unleashes its wrath on Gaza and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine rages on, war crime accusations have become a central topic of international discussion. Let’s look at what acts are considered war crimes and who, historically, has been held accountable for committing them. Although the condemnation of various acts...
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Denmark’s plant-based roadmap sees massive success
The Danish government published a plan that gives insight into how it will transition toward widespread plant-based alternative foods in 2021. The first round of funding applications has been massively oversubscribed. Denmark has seen huge success in its efforts to transition into plant-based foods nationwide. Proposals were published by the...
SailGP announces new plastic-free sportswear
What does the launch mean for the future of sustainable fashion? And, more importantly, do consumers want it? Ask anyone, and they’ll probably tell you that sustainability is fashion’s new black. Eco-consciousness – authentic or not – has become the trendiest accessory of late, and brands are hitching a ride...
Is free-speech under threat in UK universities?
Newly appointed university free-speech tsar Arif Ahmed certainly thinks so. Conversations around free-speech, particularly in our education systems, can often feel like a minefield. The growing concern around ‘culture wars’ and ‘cancel culture’ in recent years has only exacerbated this fact, with many expressing fears of academic freedom in UK universities. Government...
The cost of living crisis is altering Gen Z’s view of life partners
Money may not buy love, but sharing similar financial values is an important part of making romantic relationships last. Gone are the days when boasting superficial traits like ‘tall, dark, and handsome’ could snag you a partner for life. Times have changed and so have young people. While, of course, the...
Once discarded coal mines are sustainably heating EU homes
Abandoned coal mines are proving a surprisingly effective source of zero-carbon energy in Europe. That’s what you call poetic justice. It’s strange to think the bones of old fossil fuel mines may actually help our net zero ambitions, but we’ll take any win we can get. Throughout parts of Europe, abandoned...
Exclusive – Meeting student welfare activist Nasir Khuehami
We spoke with student activist and National Convener of Jammu & Kashmir Students’ Association about his work towards ensuring the safety and security of Kashmiri students by coordinating evacuations, relief drives, and protests. ‘I am duty bound to try and help’, says Nasir Khuehami while echoing his motto as National Convener of the Jammu & Kashmir Students’ Association (JKSA) and advocate for the welfare of Kashmiri students across the...
Has Indian press freedom reached its breaking point?
With two new UAPA arrests of journalists, Indian reporters bear the worst burns of a government's crusade to silence dissent. In the early hours of Tuesday, October 3rd, Delhi Police raided the residences of more than 46 journalists associated with the news outlet NewsClick accusing them of siphoning funds. Two among them, NewsClick editor Prabir Purkayastha and administrator Amit Chakravarty, were arrested under the draconian ‘Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act’ (UAPA). This...
Opinion – Turning Hitler’s birthplace into a police station is too on the nose
As work begins on the controversial project, Austria’s Ministry of the Interior is facing criticism from both locals and the global online community. When Austria announced its decision to turn Adolf Hitler’s birthplace into a police station, their Ministry of the Interior was met with bemusement and criticism. At the centre of the conversation was a debate about the symbolic implications of such a move. Those spearheading the project said...
Exclusive – Chelsea Miller talks sustainable-movement building
A leading voice in racial justice and digital organising, Chelsea Miller is the co-founder of Freedom March NYC, one of the largest youth-led civil rights groups in America. We spoke to her about how considering long-term impact should always take precedence over promoting band-aid solutions. ‘People can’t be what they don’t see,’ says Chelsea Miller, who is amongst Gen Z’s most prominent social change leaders. Embodying this...
