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American Free Speech Laws Are Falling Out of Step With Public Opinion

It’s about time Americans acknowledged that and pushed for changes in their free speech laws, for example by stripping hate speech of legal protection. A lot of difficult conversations lie ahead.

The Economics Of Thinness – Weight Sexism in Today’s Working World

Instead, we need to educate them about mathematics, history, and languages, so this world, which is made for overweight men, stops suppressing overweight women because in 2024, it should be the brain and the character and the engagement that counts, and not the numbers on a scale.

The Tale of Resilience: Christmas in Ukraine

This year, let the “Carol of the Bells” serve as a testament to how still, a century later, Russia continues to murder Ukrainians, and how despite it all, Ukrainians keep on singing. as folk music has always been one of the manifestations of the withstanding, unwavering spirit of Ukrainians and many other nations. The rich folklore history is only one more manifestation of the unwavering spirit of Ukraine and the Ukrainian saying,

The Faults of Corporate Media

The danger that private media poses is not limited to its audience, however. Journalists are forced to compromise their honesty in exchange for job stability. Privatization of journalism has led many to lose their journalistic integrity in the process of starting their careers.

The Impending Suez Canal Crisis

The Suez Canal is a geographical choke point between Africa and the Middle East that is important for maritime trade. However, the use of the Canal has been threatened following attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels. The Stork analyses how these effects will affect maritime trade through the Canal in the near future.

Henry Kissinger, Diplomatic Behemoth with a Controversial Legacy, Dies at 100

Henry Kissinger was a prominent figure in U.S. politics. His career spanned the terms of 12 U.S. presidents, in which time Kissinger operated as consultant, National Security Advisor, Secretary of State, and, briefly, as the head of the National Commission of Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States. Following Kissinger's death on 29 November 2023, the Stork breaks down his significant influence over U.S. foreign affairs.

Are We Still Trying to Make America Great Again?

The situation is scary, and the only thing that American citizens can do to prevent it is to vote. Reluctantly, and for the lesser of two evils, they have to cast their ballots. As for the rest of us, we will have to sit back, watch, and hope that the situation that all of us remember from our childhoods does not repeat itself. This time around, there will be no jolly ranchers or playground conversations to envelope our ignorance. This time, we will live through it as adults.

Buildings Should Influence Our Mood for the Better

Buildings can not only affect mood, but also a whole range of important factors. They can influence patient outcomes, affect whether we think in an abstract or detail-oriented manner, and improve or worsen our attention. Going forward, we should take action to make sure our built environment reflects this.

The Unavoidable Future: Collaboration between AI and Higher Education

An urgent renovation in higher education’s approach to AI is needed. More so than needed, it is inevitable. It is in the same manner as it was for computers and calculators; their implementation in the classroom and for math were once pivotal debates relevant to education that have now become trivial. 

CRISPR’s Breakthrough in Gene Therapy

CRISPR's gene therapy has recently been approved for human use. The therapy, Casgevy, targets sickle cell disease and beta-thalassemia through gene-editing. The Stork explains how this process works and explores gene therapy's future.

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