Seven diabetes myths debunked
While diabetes can be traced back to Egypt in 1550 BC, the condition is still deeply misunderstood nearly 4,000 years later. Here are a few common misconceptions, debunked. Technology and the internet are removing the mystery surrounding diabetes for both Type 1 and Type 2 patients. With information always available at...
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The town welcoming and resettling climate refugees in Bangladesh
Globally, millions are displaced every year by worsening floods, wildfires, heatwaves, and droughts as a result of climate change. In a region where weather is particularly volatile, the Bangladeshi town of Mongla is welcoming refugees. A river town by the name of Mongla, Bangladesh, is not only welcoming climate refugees...
Russiaβs invasion could hinder a global lithium drive
Prior to Russiaβs invasion, Ukraine had been drawing attention from the likes of China and Australia for its vast untapped lithium reserves. Potentially crucial to achieving our clean energy transitions, this sustainable battery drive could begin to peter out. Eastern Europe was tipped to lead the global lithium drive, but...
Guatemala passes βnefariousβ anti-human-rights laws
Campaigners are calling the countryβs decision to triple jail sentences for abortions and issue an explicit ban on same-sex marriage βhate-fuelled policiesβ that foment discrimination. Guatemalan lawmakers have passed a βnefariousβ new bill that punishes abortion with up to 25 years in prison, legalises homophobia, and explicitly prohibits same-sex marriage. It...
South Africa looks to improve education in rural areas
In rural South Africa, education performance in science, technology, engineering and mathematics among girls has been a major problem despite efforts to create educational equality. Despite the governmentβs efforts in upgrading the learning conditions in South Africa rural areas, the countryβs education system remains a major problem for students...
UN agrees landmark global treaty to end plastic waste
The UN Environmental Assembly has approved a resolution to create the worldβs first global plastic pollution treaty by 2024. Described as the βmost significant green dealβ since the Paris accord of 2015, 175 nations have reportedly opted in. There are a few inevitabilities in modern life; death, taxes, and mountains...
The Ukraine-Russia border crisis explained
Tensions between Ukraine and Russia were at their highest in years. A Russian troop build-up near the two nations' borders eventually lead to a full scale invasion, prompting universal condemnation from the West. Update 28/02/22: Months into RussiaβsΒ slow-movingΒ buildup along the Ukrainian border, Putin announced that he was launching a 'special military operation' in Ukraine. This was followed up by reports of explosions around cities, including the capital...
How to find balance as we embrace the end-emic
Open borders, ditched restrictions, and in-office work schedules have made a comeback β but how do we avoid getting burnt out in light of our newfound freedoms? Is it me or does it feel like life has gone back to normal almost overnight? Dwindling numbers of coronavirus hospitalisations and death rates have seen the UK government drop all its restrictions on travel and social distancing. Weβve finally been given the green light...
Burkina Faso Coup: military overthrows President KaborΓ©
Earlier this week, the military confirmed ousting President KaborΓ©, suspending the constitution, dissolving the government, and closing the nationβs borders. In less than 2 years, West Africa has witnessed a total of 4 coups. This week, hundreds of people flocked to Burkina Fasoβs capital, Ouagadougou, in support of the recent army coup that has been condemned by both the UN and France. Over the years, al-Qaeda and Islamist groups have...
Exclusive – Chatting to βMiss Fat Kidβ Monica Hudson
Miss Fat Kid, also known as Monica Hudson, has been a one woman-team running her own jewellery business, Moonshine Spectrum, for the last couple of years. Telling me about her new endeavour, The Fat Kid, we discuss the body positivity movement, medical discrimination, and The Devil Wears Prada. Monica did not stumble across body positivity, she explains. βI got sucked into it.β Recovering from an eating disorder, she came across Megan...
