Term it as the failure of the United Nations or arrogance of a few rich and powerful countries, several rulings of the world body and its multiple organs are simply overlooked by those who do not tire in preaching the world about the values of democracy, human rights and rule of law. On February 5, […]
Unique Holidays Around the World
It’s holiday season and we all have laid our plans on how to make the most out of it, and deservedly so, after a year’s hard-work. But apart from the usual holidays that we have around the year, there are some other intriguing ones you might like to know about. Read on to find out. […]
Best Cities in the World to Launch Startups
Beijing is one of the leading cities in the world as far as launching startups is concerned. The scenario over there is changing of late with a number of entrepreneurs breaking out of the traditional mold and achieving success in their chosen fields. These organizations have inspired a lot of young people to follow their […]
Border Controls in Europe: What could be the Domino Effect?
Some 283,000 people crossed borders illegally to enter Europe in 2014. The figure touched an unprecedented 1.8 million in 2015. With huge infiltration of refugees in the last year, the entire Europe now finds itself on horns of a dilemma. While people can sense the end of passport-free travel in Europe, they can also foresee […]
$6.5 billion Cash Deal: Argentina’s Answer to Debt Battle
A History of Economic Crises Argentina, Latin America’s third largest economy, has seen spells of frustrating downturns and hope of economic revival going right back to the 1930s. The periods of slump and financial crises have, however, far outdone any patches of optimism. Political instability and frequent changes at the ministry level have led to […]
Most Shocking Documentaries
Child of Rage: A Story of Abuse (1990) Directed by Larry Peerce Horrifying, shocking, and chilling. These are a few of the words used to describe the 1990 documentary film Child of Rage: A Story of Abuse. The documentary features the story of 6 year-old Beth Thomas and her interviews with her therapist. Beth was […]
New Hampshire results give momentum to US Presidential polls
The US presidential polls have always been a highly watched affair. However, the way New Hampshire primary election results have gone in support of preferred candidates from either Republican or Democrat side, there is little to doubt as to what shape this year’s presidential race will take. While Republicans gave thumping support to Donald Trump, […]
North Korea launches satellite into space
A month after North Korea shocked the world with its alleged hydrogen bomb test, news has come in that the country has now launched a satellite into space. The launch has been heavily criticized by nations around the world, who fear the test was basically done to test ballistic missiles and is a clear threat […]
Healthy eating habits from around the world
A healthy diet is imperative for the overall well being of the body. A healthy balanced diet offers a whole lot of benefits such as controlling a number of diseases and weight and boosting energy. A healthy diet can also lead to a longer lifespan. But at times, along with a healthy diet, it is […]
How Do Some of the Largest Sperm Banks Operate?
A gentleman named Bertold Wiesner was the biological father to 600 children. This was in the 1940s. A lot has changed since then and world has grown little more conscious of its social responsibility. Wiesner, who went on to found the London Barton Clinic, could have got many more to share this responsibility had he […]