Over the past couple of years, Lebanon has faced an economic crisis following its currency loss of value against the dollar since October 2019. The war between the Russians and Ukraine only worsened the situation, increasing the fuel prices due to fuel shortages. The National Grid in Lebanon has faced major challenges not being able…

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Fox News has lost one of its famous reporters accredited with setting the agenda for US Conservatives: Tucker Carlson. However, after an investigation led by Dominion Voting Systems, it seems that the US Conservatives were setting the agenda for the cable TV host.   Dominion Voting Systems sued Fox News for $1.6 billion claiming that the…

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The federal investigation into Hunter Biden’s tax affairs began quietly in 2018. It was two years later that Biden released a statement saying that he had only just become aware of this development. Biden claimed that he was not worried and that he was sure a thorough investigation would clear all suspicion. Investigators were looking…

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Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) vs Hybrids GMO seeds are created in labs for desirable traits by injecting seeds with genes from another plant. Some of these traits could be withstanding drier weather conditions or harmful insects. Unlike hybrid seeds that are products of cross-pollination, GMO seeds are generated in labs via gene modification. GMO seeds…

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Every planet has some iconic feature to it: Mercury has its craters, Jupiter has its Great Red Spot, and Venus has its plethora of clouds. However, none of them are quite as notable as Saturn’s rings. Scientists have recently discovered that Saturn’s hallmark trait may not be around for much longer. Fear not, while the…

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Over the years, global warming has caused many questions to rise. First, what is it? Then, how do we fix it? Next came, can we fix it? And now we are facing the answer of another question: what are the consequences? Wildfires are raging throughout Canada, driving thousands out of homes as officials rush to…

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Just days after President Biden entered office, he created the White House Environmental Justice Interagency Council (IAC). Different committees contributing to the IAC are to meet on a regular basis to discuss the government’s commitment to environmental justice. The IAC replaced the Interagency Working Group on Environmental Justice which was created in 1994 so that…

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In a once-in-a-generation celebration, 74-year-old Charles III was crowned King of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms. Camilla was also crowned as Queen Consort. Many notable faces were present in this deeply traditional coronation. Although King Charles became king immediately after the reigning monarch Queen Elizabeth passed away, his official coronation was conducted on…

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In so many science fiction movies, we’ve seen characters use these cool unimaginable gadgets like force fields, holographic screens, etc. Looks like we could be getting closer to that reality, and the proof of that is AR Glasses. What are they? For some time now, people have been expecting AR Glasses that can be used…

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Abortion is a national issue dredged in controversy; due to the overthrowing of Roe v. Wade in the Supreme Court, many new questions have arisen regarding women’s rights. Another imperative question to the debate is the use of abortion pills and the regulations surrounding their commercial selling. Mifepristone On April 7, a court in Texas…

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In 2019, Omar al-Bashir, the dictatorial ruler of Sudan was overthrown by two military factions and popular support. Al-Bashir had served almost three decades in that position, and following his ousting, he was convicted of crimes against humanity, corruption, and genocide. In his place, the two factions (the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support…

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Should I study law or computer science? Medicine or engineering?  One of the toughest decisions senior high school students and  high school graduates face is choosing which major they should pursue. It requires much consideration and evaluation from a personal level. I also went through this dilemma. These tips really helped me clear my mind…

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The 45th president of the United States faces criminal charges following the investigation by the Manhattan district attorney’s office which started way back when Trump was still in office. The investigation points to a total sum of $130,000 paid by Michael Cohen who was Trump’s personal attorney at the time to film star Stormy Daniels…

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On April 19, 2023, Fantagio Entertainment solemnly stated that Kpop star and Astro member Moobin had “suddenly left us and became a star in the sky.” This is definitely true metaphorically, as Moobin was a unique star in the world who brightened others with his easygoing and animated presence. I listen to a wide variety…

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These spiny, boneless Echinoderms live in all 5 oceans around the planet. They can live up to 200 years in the wild. These globular, unique creatures have hundreds of small feet. They are omnivores, venomous, and can even be food to humans. There are over 950 species of sea urchins and are some of the…

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Over the centuries––from cavemen to the modern era––humanity finds itself desperate to solve problems. One of them, leading to the creation of the “Einstein” shape, has recently been solved. Patterns Patterns stalk your everyday life. Take, for example, wallpapers or rugs. By using the same, repeated pattern, these items create a periodic pattern. A periodic…

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What is BRICS? BRICS is an acronym for a group of five emerging economies that include Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. The BRICS group was coined in 2001 by Jim O’Neil, a former Goldman Sachs economist. Reforming global finance has been high on their agenda, and the action on it has been supporting…

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Bali, Indonesia, is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world. With its beautiful beaches, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture, it’s no wonder that Bali attracts millions of visitors every year. However, behind the island’s idyllic facade lies a serious health issue – dengue fever. At the beginning of July 2022, health officials…

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The new live-action Barbie movie, directed by Greta Gerwig, is set to hit theaters in 2023, and fans are eagerly anticipating its release. The film boasts an all-star cast, with Margot Robbie in the lead role as Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken, and it promises to be a fun and exciting adventure for audiences…

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Gordon Moore, a co-founder and former chairman of Intel corporation passed away at his home in Hawaii on Friday 24th March, 2023. His passing was announced by Intel and the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. Moore was a philanthropist, businessman and engineer who invested in the microchip business which helped transform electronics into one of…

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