A new Swedish movie on Netflix, "An Honest Life, " tells the story of Simon, a law student who moves to Lund with big dreams. But things take a dark turn when he meets Max, a rebellious activist, during a violent protest. Simon is drawn to Max's bold personality and radical ideas, and soon finds himself entangled in her world of protests and underground movements. T...
Sudan's medical students have a tough time doing research. Why? Well, there are many reasons. The country is going through political problems. There aren't enough resources. These things make it hard for students to do research. It's not just about having the right tools. Students also need to know how to do research. They need to believe in it. But many don't have ...
In Tunisia, a recent court decision has sent shockwaves through the political landscape. Several high-profile figures, including opposition leaders, businesspeople, and lawyers, have been handed lengthy prison terms. The charges? Conspiracy against state security and ties to terrorism. This move has sparked intense debate and criticism, both locally and international...
The city of Mandalay is facing a massive challenge after a powerful earthquake struck last week. The destruction is everywhere, especially in the northern and central areas. Almost every building has cracks, and many have collapsed completely. The main city hospital is treating patients outside because the buildings are too damaged to use. The political situatio...
Turkey is in the midst of a political storm. The spark? The arrest of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu. This isn't just about one man, though. It's about the power struggle between President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the opposition. The protests, now in their sixth night, are a clear sign of the public's frustration. Imamoglu, Erdogan's main political rival, was deta...
Serbia's capital, Belgrade, witnessed a massive turnout of over 100, 000 people on a Saturday. This was the largest gathering in recent decades, driven by a student-led protest movement. The crowd was peaceful, despite the warnings from the embattled leader, Aleksandar Vucic. Vucic had been spreading fear through his media outlets, claiming that the protests could le...
Eleven months ago, the reconstruction of a train station canopy in Serbia could not stand in the strike of time. On November 1, 2024, a reconstruction that was supposed to last for many years has failed. The entire roof collapsed at the Novi Sad station before its eye. Economic historian, Aleksandar Matkovic, was running late for work and witnessed the tragedy. He h...
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is in hot water. His ruling party turned against him, leading to an impeachment vote in parliament. This isn't the first time a South Korean leader has faced this. Eight years ago, another president was impeached for corruption. Yoon's trouble started when he declared martial law briefly in December. He sent troops to the parliam...