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The Eradication of Human African Trypanosomiasis in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Colonial Shadows and Global Responses
By Natsuko Matsukawa National Flags of DRC and Belgium. (Image Source: Alamy; https://tinyurl.com/mr36jtyz) 1. Introduction Human African Trypanosomiasis (HAT), also known as African sleeping sickness, is a vector-borne parasitic disease primarily transmitted by the tsetse fly. It is caused by two subspecies of Trypanosoma brucei, which is a protozoan, a single-celled parasitic flagellate: T.…
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Turning a Blind Eye – The politicization of Genocide: The case of Ethiopia
By Johanna Suh-Hee Rothe Content Warning: This piece contains descriptions and discussions of genocide, including references to mass violence, death, torture, sexual violence, and other forms of extreme human suffering. Reader discretion is advised. “The world must be ever alert to the warning signs of genocide, and act quickly and early to avert it.” [i]…
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Resilient Roots: The Persistence of Hungarian National Identity in Transcarpathia Amid Conflict and Change
Munkácsi Castle (Palanok Castle) rises above Mukachevo, Ukraine, symbolizing the historic presence of the Hungarian minority in the region. (Image Source: Wikimedia Commons. https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Munkacsivar.jpg. Licensed under CC-BY-SA-4.0.) By Luca Mórocz (”Lucy”) Why do ethnic Hungarians in Transcarpathia, Ukraine, continue to maintain a strong national Hungarian identity and attachment to Hungary within the context of conflict…
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Tourism vs. Agriculture in Dominica: The Impact of Economic Sector Prioritization on Food Security
Photo of Roseau, the capital of Dominica, as a cruise ship sits in the port. Roseau is the largest city and main economic hub on the island. (Image Source: Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/photos/dominica-roseau-caribbean-sea-4884551/) By Morgan Dreibelbis Introduction The United Nations has designated the Caribbean as “ground zero” in the global climate emergency, warning that, without immediate action,…
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The Influences of Costs for Violence or Peace on Actors in the Political Marketplace
This image is a conceptual illustration that emphasizes the struggle between violent conflict and the pursuit of peaceful resolution. The symbols of the rifle and olive branch represent the traditional imagery linked to war and peace, effectively capturing this tension and our choices. (Source: AI-assisted rendering) By Kathleen Snyder and Evan Padilla Abstract Actors in…
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The Human Right to Vote in International Law and the Presidential Elections in the Republic of Venezuela
The Maduro government is continuing to infringe upon the right to vote due to serious violations of prerequisite rights, such as freedom of expression and freedom of the press.
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Water and Wayuu: The crisis in La Guajira, Colombia
Some of the most acute aspects of the crisis relate to the astounding rates of starvation, malnutrition, environmental desecration, extreme poverty, and conflict that occur in this coastal desert area leading to the deaths of thousands of Wayuu.
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Advancing Community-Led Development in Kenya’s Informal Settlements
Community-led healthcare initiatives have proven highly effective in improving health outcomes as services are tailored to local communities’ specific needs and cultural contexts, increasing accessibility and acceptance of services.
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A Comparative Study of Gender-based Violence Legislation Implementation in India and Pakistan
The case studies underscore that while both nations have enacted important legal reforms, cultural, institutional, and procedural barriers undermine their impact, pointing to the need for more effective enforcement mechanisms and judicial reforms in both contexts.
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The Public Health Implications of Urban Green Space
By Kate Patterson Introduction In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic killed millions of people around the globe and had detrimental consequences on society. The COVID-19 pandemic had major implications for the way medical experts, politicians, and states view public health today. Many epidemiologists assert that environmental degradation, particularly in urban areas, exacerbated the effects of the…
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