In Saudi Arabia, the path to academic leadership is not always clear, especially for women. While gender gaps are common in many places, the higher education system in Saudi Arabia has some unique challenges. Leadership development and succession planning could help level the playing field, but thes
Imagine a region where politics runs in the family. In South Sulawesi, political kinship is on the rise, with family ties often deciding who takes the lead. This trend starts at the dinner table, where political discussions shape young minds. It continues with involvement in political parties and so
Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith isn’t holding back with his opinions about NBA star Kevin Durant. In a recent episode of First Take, Smith was candid about his views on Durant’s leadership skills. "He's a good player, no doubt, but he could be a better leader, " Smith declared. This isn’t the fi
Some lawmakers in the U. S. are digging deeper into NASA's plans for the Chandra X-ray Observatory. This telescope has been around for 25 years and its budget is in trouble. In a letter sent to the Chandra X-ray Center director, Patrick Slane, six members of Congress asked for more details about the
Kemi Badenoch (BADE-enock) is making history as the first Black woman to lead a major party in the UK, after winning the Conservative Party leadership vote. Born in London to Nigerian parents, Badenoch has a vision to revive the party's image following their recent election defeat. In the ballot, B
There's been some big news in Russia. A top general, Major General Alexander Ogloblin, has been arrested again. This time, it's for taking bribes. It's not his first time in trouble—he was already sentenced for embezzlement in 2022. What's interesting is that he was arrested after his former boss, V
In a surprising turn of events, Chicago’s Board of Education president, Rev. Mitchell Ikenna Johnson, has resigned just seven days after being sworn in. This comes after major backlash over some of his social media posts, which were deemed offensive, anti-Semitic, and misogynistic. The mayor, Brando
The role of the U. S. President is crucial, especially with conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, and tensions in the Indo-Pacific. Former President Donald Trump often claims he's the key to preventing World War III. But is he really the right person for the job? Let's explore. Trump's defense
Airbus has decided to stick to its plan of delivering 770 aircraft in 2024, even though it's facing some big problems with its supply chain. This news came after the company reported better-than-expected earnings for the third quarter. Airbus made €1. 41 billion before interest and taxes, which was
Ever heard of the film "Hidden Figures"? Well, it's not just a movie anymore! Women leaders in science, tech, engineering, and math (STEM) from around the world are kicking off a special program this week. Run by the U. S. State Department, this initiative is all about empowering women in STEM field
