Michaela DePrince, a name synonymous with resilience, perseverance, and beauty, has left an indelible mark on the world of ballet. Born in Sierra Leone, Africa, as an orphan, DePrince's journey was marked by trauma, violence, and loss. Yet, she refused to be defined by her circumstances, instead cho
It's hard to believe that Michaela Mabinty DePrince, the ballerina who lit up the world with her presence, is no longer with us. Born in the midst of a civil war in Sierra Leone, her life was marked by unimaginable challenges. Yet, she defied the odds to become a principal dancer at the Dance Theatr
The tragic death of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a 26-year-old Turkish-American activist, at the hands of Israeli forces in the West Bank has sent shockwaves across the globe. Eygi's killing highlights the escalating tensions between Israel and Palestine, and the devastating humanitarian crisis unfolding in t
The world is still reeling from the devastating news of the Red Cross convoy attack in Donetsk, Ukraine, which left three staff members dead and two others wounded. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has condemned the attack, calling it "unconscionable" that shelling would hit an ai
In a stark reminder of the importance of robust food safety protocols, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) flagged several safety and health violations at a Boar's Head plant in Virginia two years before a listeria outbreak killed nine people and hospitalized dozens. The plant, which produces r
Sudan's crisis is spiraling out of control. Hunger has given way to famine, ethnically targeted killings are on the rise, and diplomatic efforts have failed to bring peace. In the Nuba mountains, local authorities and international NGOs estimate that between 700,000 to 1 million people have sought
As negotiations for the release of Israeli hostages dragged on, emotions ran high. On one hand, the heart ached to see these individuals, with their unique stories and dreams, held captive by merciless terrorists. Hersh's tale particularly struck a chord - a young man passionate about peace, life
Hamas has once again shown the world its true colors with the brutal murder of six Israeli hostages, including a U.S. citizen. This horrific act is just another reminder that this terrorist group remains one of the most immoral, illegal and barbaric armed organizations on Earth. War is inherently
In a stunning display of callousness and inhumanity, Bezalel Smotrich, Israel's Finance Minister, has publicly endorsed the idea of starving millions of Palestinian civilians to death, should the international community allow it. Smotrich's chilling statement, made during a conference in Israel, re
