In a surprising turn of events, global household wealth faced a decline last year for the first time since the 2008 financial crisis. Factors such as inflation and the appreciation of the U.S. dollar resulted in a substantial loss of around $11.3 trillion in assets. However, while North American and European households bore the brunt … Continue reading Global Household Wealth Experiences a Setback, but Future Growth Remains Promising

On Monday, outside Stockholm's Royal Palace, two individuals reignited an ongoing debate by burning a copy of the Quran. Salwan Momika, 37, and Salwan Najem, 48, set the Islamic holy book on fire as counter-protesters implored them to “extinguish their hate.” This act has intensified the discussion in both Sweden and Denmark, as they grapple … Continue reading The Controversy Surrounding Quran Burning in Sweden and Denmark: A Delicate Balancing Act

For nearly three months, the Indian state of Manipur grappled with violent clashes between Hindu Meitei and Christian Kuki-Zo tribes. However, when a distressing video emerged in mid-July, capturing the public humiliation of two Kuki women by armed Meitei men, the incident garnered global attention and forced the Indian government to break its silence. Experts … Continue reading The Costly Consequences of India’s Internet Shutdowns

Empowering over 4 million domestic workers, Indonesia's household service sector has long been a vital source of employment. However, these workers, predominantly women, have faced a distinct lack of legal protections and are exposed to various forms of discrimination and violence. With the hope of achieving long-overdue reform, domestic workers across major cities in Indonesia … Continue reading Domestic Workers in Indonesia Demand Legal Safeguards: The Urgent Need for the Domestic Workers’ Protection Bill

In recent weeks, Ecuador has witnessed an alarming surge in violence, leaving the nation in a state of shock and mourning. Tragically, the lives of three political leaders, including a presidential candidate, have been abruptly cut short. The most recent victim, Pedro Briones, a local leader of the Revolución Ciudadana party, was fatally shot in … Continue reading Rising Violence in Ecuador Takes Toll on Political Leaders

Beijing is taking significant strides in regulating artificial intelligence (AI) services to ensure a balance between state control and the development of globally competitive Chinese companies. With the implementation of 24 guidelines, the Chinese government aims to establish mandatory registration and security reviews for AI platform providers before their services are introduced to the market. … Continue reading China Paves the Way with New Regulations for Artificial Intelligence

Javier Milei, a far-right populist figure, has made a striking impact on Argentina's political landscape. With an unexpectedly strong performance in the primary elections to select presidential candidates, Milei's rise could potentially redefine the country's future. We delve into Milei's controversial beliefs and policies, as well as the reasons behind his popularity among the disillusioned … Continue reading Javier Milei’s Surprising Rise in Argentina’s Primary Elections: A Shift in Political Landscape

The political situation in Niger continues to escalate as mutinous soldiers declare their intention to prosecute deposed President Mohamed Bazoum for "high treason" and undermining state security. In this blog post, we will examine the latest developments in this mounting regional crisis and shed light on the potential consequences for Bazoum and the country as … Continue reading Crisis Deepens in Niger as Deposed President Faces High Treason Charges

Several prominent pro-democracy advocates in Hong Kong had parts of their convictions quashed on Monday, for their involvement in a major pro-democracy protest that took place in 2019. The convictions were viewed as a blow to the city's pro-democracy movement, which has been grappling with an unprecedented crackdown by Beijing and local authorities. We delve … Continue reading Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Advocates’ Convictions Partially Quashed: A Glimmer of Hope Amidst an Ongoing Struggle

In the wake of the tragic assassination of Ecuadorian presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio, the Construye party has chosen Christian Zurita, a respected investigative journalist and close associate of Villavicencio, to carry the torch in the nation's convulsed elections. With a firm commitment to combating corruption and advocating for change, Zurita aims to continue the vision … Continue reading Construye Party Nominates Investigative Journalist Christian Zurita as Presidential Candidate in Ecuador’s Elections