Tags: Activism

Dem Disaster: Will the Sun Ever Rise Again on the Democratic Party?

He’s back, and everyone’s pointing fingers on who let him out. After more than thirty four felony counts, an insurrection, and a campaign built...

Severe Floods in Valencia: Regional Impact and Community Response

These floods have killed hundreds of people, destroyed bridges, and covered countless towns with mud, leaving thousands displaced or without a home, water, electricity, or simply even food. Authorities have recovered more than 200 dead bodies and reported 2,000 people missing in this past week alone. 

From Innovation to Litigation: The Surge of AI-Related Lawsuits and Their Implications

Recently, the use of deepfakes has affected millions of people, many of whom have no clue that their photos are being used this way, especially women and children. Since 2020, 50 known bots have been made for deepfakes, with more than 4 million monthly users. 

Crossroads of Choice: Moldova’s EU Referendum and the Road Ahead 

Sunday, October 20, 2024, is a date that determined Moldova’s European future. On this day, a nationwide constitutional referendum was held in parallel with the presidential elections, marking the most significant votes since the country’s independence in 1991.

EU or Russia: Can Georgia Break Free from Russia’s Grip to Achieve EU Integration?

The coming years will reveal whether Georgia can bridge the gap between its government’s policies and its people’s aspirations, ultimately determining its place in either the EU or Russia’s sphere of influence.

Cuba Blackout Shines Light On Dark Situation

Cuba has long had to deal with difficulties in its energy infrastructure, often culminating in blackouts. On October 17th, it faced the same trouble, when half the energy demand (1.64 gigawatts) went offline during peak hours. This foreshadowed the next morning’s fate, when the main power plant - Antonio Guiteras - shut down, covering the entire island in darkness. 

Despite Pakistan’s Relentless Battle to Eradicate Polio, Cases Continue to Rise

Six new cases of polio have been reported in Pakistan this month, bringing 2024’s national case count to 39 and continuing the trend of rising cases over the last three years. Pakistan’s goal of eradicating poliovirus transmission has faced consistent setbacks since the implementation of the National Emergency Action Plan (NEAP) for Polio Eradication back in 2011.

White Dove or Loan Shark?: Criticisms of the World Bank

The World Bank distributed nearly twelve billion dollars in loans, grants, and projects in 2023 alone. Countries like Bangladesh, India, and Indonesia received critical...

Charity Galore: IE’s Volunteerism Fair Returns

On October 9, Campus Life, in association with the Charity and SDG Club, held a bustling volunteer fair. Multiple local organizations from Segovia participated...

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Arrested on Federal Charges of Racketeering and Sex Trafficking

On September 17, 2024, Sean Combs, mostly known by his stage name Diddy, was arrested in Manhattan. He is now facing serious federal charges for racketeering and sex trafficking, causing shockwaves across the media and entertainment industries.

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¿Qué llevan puesto las jóvenes en Madrid al trabajo?

El verano ha llegado a Madrid y ha inundado las casas, las calles y, cómo no, las oficinas. El sol agotador, la búsqueda y...

Still at War? Russia and Japan’s Lingering Conflict

On April 8th, the Kremlin spokesman stated that Russia sees no reason to pursue talks on a long-delayed peace treaty with Japan to officially...

The Response of the European Union to Trump’s Tariffs

From the start of President Trump’s “Liberation Day” and the subsequent tariff imposition on the European Union (EU), Europe has faced multiple rounds of...