Doing ‘nothing’ during the summer

A true summer break—whether it's a movie marathon, a lake swim, a forest hike, or cooking with friends—can be more refreshing than a hectic work schedule. We'll miss these moments once the semester gets busy again.

Menstrual Leave: A Step Towards Equity or a Double-Edged Sword?

When it comes to gender issues, the idea of menstrual leave days is often overlooked. Various approaches have been implemented across the globe, some more successfully than others, but their impact is still to be determined.

Is The End of the Foreign Adoption Era A New Solution?

Against the backdrop of declining fertility rates and a rapidly aging population, economic clout is on its way to China. Stopping foreign adoptions, however, might be a step too far as a remedy to the looming demographic crisis.

When to Stay in Your Lane and When to Step Out

Sometimes our intentions to help are met as an act of overstepping a boundary. Exploring the values that guide our decisions can be useful in defining that fine line.

Untapped Media Markets: Should Venture Capital Funnel Investments into Gulf Podcast Companies?

The post-Covid podcast surge in the Gulf shows lasting promise for SMEs, with rising revenues from engaging news styles, yet the appeal of these companies for venture capital remains debated.

Kate Middleton and the Ethics of Internet Use

In light of Kate Middleton’s disappearance from the public eye, the internet went wild with conspiracy theories. The announcement of her cancer diagnosis is a cold reminder that we have forgotten the basic etiquette of internet usage.

Relieving Egypt’s Currency Crisis: UAE Spearheading Investment into Egypt’s Mediterranean Coast

The UAE is showing its economic statecraft through centralizing investment funds in Egypt. What that means for the increasingly unstable economy is uncertain.

Duality of Self and Collective Responsibility

Unveiling the intertwined nature of self and society to show how collective compassion can reshape the world.

What Does It Even Mean to Like These Days?

When a ‘like’ can mean anything, how can we navigate the complex web of social media engagement?

Shadows over Democracy: Pakistan’s Electoral Quandary

A struggle is ongoing in Pakistan where a youth mobilization for a brighter future is facing up against historical military dominance. I believe the country’s hope rests in the PML-N party.

Navalny’s Legacy Across Eastern Europe

Alexei Navalny brought fearless anti-corruption activism before his death in a remote prison, but he also promoted intense nationalism and xenophobia. His legacy depends on who you ask, but is crucial to interpret for Eastern Europeans.

The Year of Elections: A Watershed for the Global Order

More voters than ever in history are heading to the polls this year. The implications of voters’ decisions, made under the shadow of AI-influenced discourse, will reverberate for decades on global conflict, climate and the economy.

On “Defense of Intelligence” by Albert Camus

In “Defense of Intelligence", Albert Camus champions active citizenship and open critique — highlighting the role of media in healing social divides. Nearly a century later, his call for intelligent discourse remains eerily relevant.

Why Square Watermelons?

What square watermelons tell us about our mindsets.

Off With Their Seeds!: Why D2 Should Switch to Seedless Watermelons

Weighing the pros and cons of seeded versus seedless watermelons, this piece shows why we should have seedless watermelons on campus.