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What is There to be Gained From Demonising Migrants?
Donald Trump has made the demonisation of immigrant communities a major part of his campaign for US President
Democracy
Venezuela Should Serve as a Cautionary Tale for Africans
The recent elections in Venezuela should serve as a cautionary tale for African about the dangers of the democratic backsliding seen over the last few years
World
The Seemingly Never-Ending Israeli Conflict Continues On
As we are nearing the one year anniversary of the October 7 attack, the war in Gaza seemingly has no end in sight. As the war spreads accross the Middle East.
Media
American Politics Has Taken Up All the Attention Once Again
The US Presidential election has once again managed to capture the whole world’s attention over the last few weeks ahead of many other major gloabl events
USA
The Trump Assassination Attempt Shows the Risks of Hyperpolarisation
The assassination attempt against President Trump shows the danger of hyperpolarisation in American Politics
USA
Should Biden Step Down After His Disastrous Debate Display?
Democrats are in a full on panic mode after a disastrous debate performance by US President Joe Biden
World
Are We Closer to Full-Out War Between Israel and Hezbollah?
As the Israeli war on Hamas continues to drag on, cross-border attacks between Israel and Hezbollah have continued to escalate.
World
When Are We Likely to See an End to Russia’s War in Ukraine?
After Putin outlined his requirements for a ceasefire in Ukraine, are will we more likely to see an end to fighting?
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The Social Media Trap: From One Moral Panic to the Next
Social media keeps turning shocking criminal cases into public spectacles, rewarding outrage and conspiracy over facts or nuance.
My Experience Learning to Take Fiction Seriously
A good fictional story can allow you to experience a world shaped by assumptions very different from your own.
There is Nothing Wrong with Black Hair
Black people should not have to make themselves look less Black in order to be considered respectable
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The False Portrayal of Ibrahim Traoré on Social Media
The rise in fame of Captain Ibrahim Traoré should be a warning sign to us that we are far more susceptible to propaganda than we may realise.
Changing Nigeria’s National Anthem is an Awful Mistake
In a country that already suffers from a lack of national identity, unexpectedly changing the national anthem is a serious mistake.
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The DRC is the Biggest Manifestation of Africa’s Resource Curse
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Donald Trump’s Mass Deportation Policy is Inhumane
Donald Trump’s inhumane mass deportation policy is separating families and is stretching the US justice system to its limits.