Preferred language
(if available)
- Details
- Written by: Bob Fratenni
The UN's call for the UK to scrap its Chagos Islands deal and negotiate a new one isn't just about territorial disputes; it's an urgent plea to respect a sacred trust between people and their land. This echoes broader issues about stewardship and the often-ignored voices of those who are intricately tied to their environments. Just as our contemporary quest for space threatens to obscure the celestial guidance systems that have served cultures for millennia, so too does the marginalization of the Chagossians reflect a troubling global pattern of disregarding indigenous rights and historical ties.
- Details
- Written by: Alex Dupcheck
Today, MPs are poised to make a landmark decision on the decriminalization of abortion, thrusting the nation into a fierce debate over the balance between protecting society's most vulnerable members and upholding personal responsibility. As lawmakers prepare to cast their votes, it is imperative to consider the broader implications of this legislation. While society has a duty to support the weakest among us, it must also encourage individual accountability to prevent dependency and foster robust communities.
- Details
- Written by: Valenenzia Gruelle
The arrival of Samsung’s One UI 8 beta on Galaxy S25 phones has rekindled an age-old debate, but not in the way you might expect from a tech release. The interface's new features are designed to enhance user experience and personalization. However, beneath the surface lies an opportunity to reflect on broader issues of ownership in the digital age—parallels that echo the current debates in cultural circles over who owns art and who should benefit from it. Can a software update truly reflect the ethos of equitable cultural sharing, or is it merely a veneer for corporate gain?
- Details
- Written by: Valenenzia Gruelle
In a revealing turn, Elon Musk's xAI has been caught training voice models using conversations about zombie apocalypses, plumbing failures, and life on Mars [6]. While it might seem like a bizarre cocktail of topics, this peculiar choice highlights a deeper issue: the growing chasm between generations and how technology can either further sever or mend these divides. As AI continues to creep into every facet of life, from labor markets to communication, we must consider its implications on intergenerational bonds and the ethics of its development.
Latest stories
To Be Continued ...
Barbra Dender flies to the remote island of Socotra, hungry for an untouristed mystery and a new story for her glass cabinet of artifacts. She takes a whitewashed rental in Hadibu and explores the markets and highlands, where dragon’s blood trees hum in the wind and . . .
CHAPTER 1 - The Dragon’s Blood Covenant
At the fissure revealed by low tide, Barbra turns to find a wary Socotri boy who knows her name but refuses to help, warning that families are watching. Following his oblique hint westward, she treks toward Qalansiyah, past dragon’s blood trees leaning toward the surf. . . .
CHAPTER 2 - Whispers at Qalansiyah’s Blowhole
Trapped in the singing sea cave as the tide turns, Barbra is released at the last moment by unseen guardians who warn her off and seal the entrance, leaving her quest at a dead end. Days of silence from locals and a blocked fissure force her to step back, so she changes into . . .
CHAPTER 3 - When the Wind Refuses to Sing
The writers
Weather Carousel
London
Temperature: 20°
Rain: 0 mm
Wind: 5 m/s
Clouds: 40%
