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A Global Pulse of Change amid Turbulence September 2025
In a month defined by a high-stakes diplomacy breakthrough in the Middle East, regional leaders brokered a comprehensive normalization framework among conflicting parties, supported by key international mediators and built around a phased security, economic, and governance agenda.
Apurvasai Lakshmanan
Oct 202 min read


Mid-decade Redistricting Battle Unfolds Ahead of 2026 Elections
The Texas state legislature has moved forward with a plan to redraw districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, hoping to pick up more seats in the House of Representatives and secure the Republican majority there. This plan was pushed for by Trump, the success of whose legislative agenda will be affected by the outcome of the 2026 election. In addition to the current Republican majority in the House being quite slim, midterm elections historically favor the minority party
Leana Sung
Aug 284 min read


Inside the Epstein Files: What Has Happened?
In recent news, there has been much discourse between Democrats and Republicans on the release of the Epstein files. These files pertain to Jeffery Epstein, who notoriously ran numerous sex trafficking rings on his private island in the US Virgin Islands. He is famously well-connected to numerous political figures, including current US President Donald Trump and former US President Bill Clinton, which is drawing cries from both political parties for the release of the Epstein
Arnav Goyal
Aug 283 min read


Ahmed Al-Sharaa of Syria
After twenty four years of power, Bashir Al-Assad was removed from power in 2024. Demonstrations against Al-Assad in 2011 would lead to the death of over two hundred thousand civilians. After thirteen years of conflict, Al-Assad was finally overthrown by ex-Al-Queda member Ahmed Al-Sharaa. This has raised the question to whether he is a valuable, or vulnerable asset to western powers such as the United States.
Hassan Azam
Aug 283 min read


New State Laws Banning Cell Phones in School
School leaders have been debating the role of handheld electronics in classrooms since before smartphones even existed. In the 80s, pagers were the most desired communication of the century among teenagers. By the 2000s, smartphones became the new desired object.
Garavi Trivedi
Aug 122 min read


World Court Reaffirms Climate Obligations in Advisory Opinion
The World Court issued an advisory opinion on each country’s obligation to lower their carbon emissions on July 23, 2025. The statement discussed past climate treaties and the requirements of each country to help combat global warming.
Caroline O'Leary
Aug 102 min read


Weekly News Blast | July 28 - August 4
President Trump and Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick established on Sunday that if countries do not initiate a deal with the U.
Sharbin Sajadpour
Aug 42 min read


AI and Teen Mental Health
Currently, there is an expansive and unmet need for mental health support in the US. An estimated 49.5% of teens have experienced a mental health disorder in their lives, and 17% of high schools don’t have a counselor.
Leana Sung
Aug 44 min read


Thailand's Political Turmoil
Thailand has found itself entangled in political instability following the most acute governmental crisis the country has seen in months.
Mohammad Wasim
Aug 43 min read


Weekly News Blast July 16th - July 22nd
(Andy Kelly/Unsplash) India’s Robotic Surgery Breakthrough: Precision Without Borders As we move through the sweltering heart of July,...
Siddharth Somisetty
Jul 273 min read


US Tariffs and Trade Tensions
It has been six months since Donald Trump returned to the White House for his second term as President of the United States.
Siddharth Somisetty
Jul 153 min read


Weekly News Blast | July 8 - July 15
(Juan Sanchez/Unsplash) MAGA Base Disapproval of Trump Administration Recent Actions Ever since Donald Trump came down that escalator in...
Siddharth Somisetty
Jul 132 min read


Weekly News Blast | June 30 - July 7
Big Beautiful Bill Passes Senate and House, Signed Into Law by President
Sharbin Sajadpour
Jul 72 min read


The Footprint of Generative AI: Climate Change's Silent Catalyst
It’s been roughly two years since ChatGPT was released to the public, becoming a valuable tool for learning, creativity, and innovation acro
Ivy Gu
Mar 33 min read


Weekly News Blast | February 17-February 23
On February 23, 77-year-old Paddy Mulhall from Stradbally, County Laois, was fatally struck by a car on the N80 road. This incident occurred
Apurvasai Lakshmanan
Feb 273 min read


Weekly News Blast | February 8-February 15
Whispers have emerged about peace in the Russian-Ukraine war following President Trump's push. Subsequently, the attacks on the eastern side
Sharbin Sajadpour
Feb 182 min read


The Revolutionary Breakthrough in Quantum Computing
In January 2025, scientists achieved a significant breakthrough in quantum computing, marking a pivotal moment in the field of technology. Q
Apurvasai Lakshmanan
Feb 114 min read


America's Ban on TikTok
What is TikTok?Â
TikTok is a social media platform where users can create, share, and discover short videos that are typically 15 seconds
Sharbin Sajadpour
Feb 72 min read


The Evolution of Remote Work: Redefining the Modern Workplace
The rise of remote work has transformed the traditional workplace, leading to significant changes in how businesses operate and employees en
Apurvasai Lakshmanan
Jan 182 min read


Weekly News Blast | January 5-January 12
Southern California continues to grapple with devastating wildfires, with fires in the Palisades and Eaton leading the destruction. As of F
Mahsa Forghani
Jan 123 min read
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