In June 2022, Melilla, a Spanish enclave in North Africa, became the site of one of the most tragic and haunting events in recent memory. Dozens of migrants seeking refuge and a chance at a better life were brutally massacred at its gates. They were not criminals nor invaders but dreamers, according to Refugees in…
Nigeria, a nation of diverse ethnicities, reflects its pluralism in the composition of state leadership. This analysis delves into the ethnic backgrounds of the country’s governors and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister. The breakdown offers insights into representation across Nigeria’s major and minority ethnic groups. Ethnic Distribution of Nigerian Governors 1. Fulani: The Fulani…
Andrew B. Raupp has spent over two decades shaping the future of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. His work focuses on not only teaching technical skills but also ensuring that students learn how to apply these skills to solve real-world problems and foster community growth. Born and raised in Detroit, a city that…
Texas, U.S. – Private school choice advocates are gearing up for a pivotal moment in 2025, with Texas poised to become the last major Republican stronghold to embrace their movement. If successful, the victory in Texas would mark a significant milestone for school choice advocates, but it also presents a formidable new challenge: expanding their…
Since the Cold War’s end, Canada and Ireland have navigated a shifting geopolitical landscape increasingly defined by multipolarity, a retreating Pax Americana, and the erosion of the rules-based international order. Both nations, historically adept at leveraging diplomacy to amplify their influence, now face the challenge of adapting their grand strategies to these emerging realities. However,…
Photojournalist Ted Soqui’s visual recap of the year in Los Angeles. The climate dominated most of what I decided to photograph in 2024. People are always my favorite subjects, and they make the best images. The power of protest was another subject I photographed, often to the point of exhausting the batteries in my cameras. This…
