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2023
Literature
English Poetry After WWII: The Rise and Evolution of Post-War Literature in The UK
In a world recovering from the devastation of war, how did English literature find its footing? Here are the most pivotal figures and movements that reshaped the post-war literary landscape.
Long Read
‘Corrupt to the Bone’: The Pursuit of Transparency in a Corrupt World
Transparency International's index reveals 124 nations stagnant in the fight against corruption. What forms does corruption take in politics, and what can be done to confront it?
Democracy
The Love for Erdogan's Autocracy in the Heart of German Democracy
Cultural ties fuel German-Turkish diaspora's support for Erdogan's autocracy, a paradox threatening to stall Turkey's progress in the 21st century.
Art
Caravaggio's Crucifixion of St. Peter: The Unseen Heroism
Caravaggio's 1601 Crucifixion of St. Peter showcases mastery of light, human detail and transformative narrative in this iconic Baroque masterpiece.
Unlocking the Infernal Gates: Confronting the Oil Industry's Greed
The oil industry's unyielding pursuit of profits at the expense of the environment and ethical standards poses a significant threat to the future of humanity. Are we on the escalator heading towards self-destruction?
Music
Michael Torke's 'Being': Dreadful Art Cover, Glorious Music
Michael Torke's 'Being' is a transfixing 43-minute composition that shimmers with infectious energy, despite its lacklustre album cover.
New Solutions With Omar
Preserving Peace and Heritage: Converting Woodrow Wilson's Vision into a UN World Park Service
Could Wilson's US National Park Service inspire a UN World Park Service to preserve ecological and historic sites, promote international cooperation, and appreciate cultural heritage?
Environment Report
Engineering Solutions to Combat Climate Change: 4 Groundbreaking Approaches
As the effects of climate change continue to worsen, learn about four groundbreaking engineering solutions that are providing hope for a more sustainable future.
Russia
World Peace Now Secure: Fugitive War Criminal Assumes UN Peacekeeping Chief Role
As Russia takes over the UN Security Council presidency, the world confronts the baffling irony of a nation, embroiled in the Ukraine war and led by a convicted war criminal, guiding an organisation entrusted with the preservation of global peace and security.
Global Justice
ICC Pursues Putin: A Sprinkle of Justice in a World of Mischief
The International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Putin may be a small, symbolic step towards justice, but in a world where accountability is as dead as the dodo, it's a tune worth dancing to.
Russia
The 3 Scenarios of Russia’s Removal from the UN Security Council: A Bleak Future or a Chance for a Fresh Start?
Russia's permanent seat on the UN Security Council is under scrutiny like never before. What would happen if the UN decided to expel this rogue state from the Security Council? Will it lead to war, polarisation, or perhaps a new beginning for the UN?
Art
The Conversion of St. Paul by Caravaggio: A Masterpiece of Dramatic Intensity and Transformative Power
An analysis of Caravaggio's The Conversion of St. Paul and its representation of the powerful transformation of the future apostle.
Literature
The Rise of the Angry Young Men in British Drama
Exploring social injustice and generation gap in post-war Britain drama through the works of John Osborne and other playwrights of the Angry Young Men movement.
Middle East
Closing the Wealth Gap in Arab Economies: The Power of a Progressive Taxation System
The rising levels of wealth inequality in the Middle East sparks debate over the need for progressive taxation models to bridge the extreme concentration of wealth in the region.
Art
More Than a Mere Copycat? The Rise of AI-Generated Art and its Implications
Can AI art really be considered true art? The debate is heating up as many see this new technology as a mere copycat, while others argue that it has the potential to elevate human creativity to new heights.
Environment Report
Unlocking the Power of a Thriving Bioeconomy
The bioeconomy offers a promising solution for mitigating climate change and promoting sustainability, but only with smart policy interventions.
Diaries From Refugee Camps
My internship comes to an end, but my journey continues
Education in refugee camps has the transformative power to break the chains of poverty and rebuild lives, bringing hope for a better tomorrow.
Federalism
The New International Man: Can World Federalism Overcome Nationalism?
Exploring the concept of the ‘New Soviet Man’ and how a modern-day equivalent could promote world federalism and overcome nationalism.
Unsc
6 Solutions to Overhaul the United Nations Security Council
Six game-changing proposals to reform the UN Security Council and restore global peace
Bridging the Wealth Gap: A Blueprint for Poverty Eradication
Redefining 21st century economics to eradicate poverty.
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