Celebrities, Mental Illness and the Public Habit of Interference
One in four people will suffer from a mental health problem at some point in their life. For people living in crisis or war situations, this figure gets much higher. It certainly seems to be higher for celebrities compared to t...
WATCH: Charity – Who Cares what the Overhead is if These Problems Are Getting Solved?
In a fascinating TED Talk, activist and fundraiser Dan Pallotta dissects the problems faced by the non-profit sector in the USA – many of which apply elsewhere in the West. His goal is to change our thinking about charitable ...
Obama 2016, China and the Middle East
With a dramatic campaign brought to an end, it is reasonable to let loose and celebrate the second term of the 44th president of the United States. Yet, behind the stunning smile and the theatrical performances, Obama’s to do...
Human Rights, Interrupted
Like many, I am a firm believer that without global discussion and activism in regards to human rights, there will never be answers or results. It is therefore imperative that all human rights issues be discussed at all levels,...
Israel’s Blind-Eye on Social Media Backfires with Harlem Shake
Over the past two weeks, Israel’s image has been smeared because of the use of social media, both by international activists and by one of its very own soldiers. Joining the viral craze of The Harlem Shake, and the exponentia...
A Land without a Government: How America’s Budget Fight Could Affect You [Infographic]
As of October 1st, the Federal Government of the United States has officially begun a partial shutdown for the first time in 17 years. In an incredible act of political brinkmanship, a debate between the House of Representative...
