Introduction The recent re-election of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States has ignited global discussion on the potential social, environmental, and economic shifts in American policy and international relations. In light of this event, two articles …
The debate over loud celebrations like Guy Fawkes or Diwali often centers around the noise’s impact on pets and wildlife. On the surface, it seems that anyone with a love for animals should be naturally opposed to loud fireworks. Yet, …
Introduction The discourse on anthropogenic climate change (ACC) has dominated scientific, political, and public agendas worldwide. The mainstream narrative posits that human activities, notably fossil fuel combustion and industrial emissions, are significantly accelerating climate change through greenhouse gas emissions, resulting …
Exceptionalism, defined as the belief that a group, entity, or species is inherently superior or distinct from others, has permeated many layers of society. From small businesses to governments, ethnicities, and even humanity’s perception of itself, exceptionalism fosters the illusion …
Introduction Every day, we stand on Earth, grounded, with little sensation of movement. Yet, in reality, we’re spiraling through space at extraordinary speeds, carried along by the motion of our planet, our solar system, and even our galaxy. This journey …
Introduction Imagine a single dot on a page, so small it’s on the edge of what we can visually perceive. Now imagine that this dot sits right in the center of a vast spectrum of scales—between the largest observable structures …
Abstract Isaac Asimov’s science fiction concepts, especially “The Culture,” offer a prescient framework for examining modern neoliberalism and Western hegemonic culture. This article analyzes “The Culture” as an idealized, all-encompassing society that, while technologically advanced and ideologically cohesive, mirrors today’s …
Introduction The notion of granting legal rights to nature has emerged as a revolutionary concept, challenging traditional legal frameworks and advocating for the protection of the environment through legal personhood (Stone, 1972). Proponents argue that recognizing natural entities like rivers, …
In the dynamic field of occupational training in South Africa, obtaining QCTO accreditation is a critical step for educational institutions aiming to establish credibility and align with national standards. However, this process is not without its challenges, particularly given the …
Sophia the Robot, a creation of Hanson Robotics, has been featured in various creative endeavors, including music performances that showcase her singing abilities. One notable example is her performance of “Say Something” by Christina Aguilera on “The Tonight Show” with …
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