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Volcanic eruptions often take place and bring devastating consequences, leading to concerns. Volcanic eruptions — natural phenomena that occur when there is a sudden release of magma, gas and other materials from a volcano — have significant impacts on the environment and human populations. The eruptions of Mount Vesuvius in Italy in 79 AD, Mount St. Helens in the United States in 1980 and Mount Pinatubo in the Philippines in 1991 are some notable volcanic eruptions in the world. According to multiple sources including the BBC and CNN, the latest volcanic eruption is taking place in Iceland. Volcanic ash, which…
Mudslides are a growing concern in the world as they often take place in many countries. According to multiple sources including the BBC and CNN, deadly mudslides occurred in Brazil in February 2023. Among others, the Oso mudslides in the United States in 2014, the Sierra Leone mudslides in 2017 and the Vargas mudslides in Venezuela in 1999 are some of the notable mudslides. Mudslides often cause widespread devastation, leading to the loss of homes, displacement of communities and fatalities. The Vargas mudslides that occurred during intense rainfall caused widespread mudslides — together with flash floods — resulting in the…
Ethnic tensions are there in many countries of the world. According to multiple newspapers including the BBC and CNN, there are ethnic tensions in different countries in Asia, Africa and other regions including Myanmar, Nigeria, India, South Sudan and Iraq. Ethnic tensions — which arise between different ethnic groups within a society — often lead to violence and even armed conflicts including civil wars, hinder social cohesion and impede the progress of nations in economic, social and other terms by diverting resources towards ethnic conflicts rather than development initiatives. Among others, innumerable people are killed and displaced every year because…
Marriage plays a significant role in individuals’ lives. Marriage brings immense joy and fulfillment. Many are happy in their marital life, while many are not. But happiness in marital life requires a strong sense of responsibility from both partners — which entails being committed to the overall well-being of both marital partners, mutually contributing to the relationship and making efforts for the development and happiness of both individuals —in their married life. By understanding the importance of spousal responsibilities and fulfilling their responsibilities, couples cultivate a healthy and harmonious marital relationship that fosters happiness and strengthens their bond. Many play…
Nepal’s development prospects in economic and other terms are promising, with several factors contributing to its growth potential. According to multiple sources including newspapers, the country has abundant natural resources, including hydropower potential and fertile agricultural land, and the tourism sector which can drive economic development. Nepal, one of the poorest countries in the world, has made remarkable progress in various sectors, including infrastructure, education and healthcare. Additionally, Nepal has experienced a steady economic growth rate — attracting foreign investments and fostering entrepreneurship — in the last decade. But there are economic, social and other challenges to the development of…
Social justice is definitely crucial for everyone. Social justice is a fundamental principle that ensures fairness, equality and opportunity for all members of society. It addresses the systemic barriers and inequalities that prevent individuals from accessing diverse rights and resources, including income opportunities. It strives to create a society where everyone has an equal chance
Stigma is a cause of concern in many countries in the world. Stigma — rendered negative perception or judgment that society places on individuals or groups that have certain characteristics or conditions that are considered undesirable — is related to a variety of aspects including mental illness, physical health (such as disability), substance abuse and marginalized identities (such as race, gender and sexual orientation). According to multiple sources including newspapers, stigma has profound effects on both individuals in terms of self-esteem, mental health and overall well-being and society. Social stigma additionally leads to other negative effects including social discrimination and…
Different sorts of inhumane sports involving animals including bullfighting, bear baiting and dog fighting take place in the world. But inhumane sports — also rendered cruel sports — which refer to the activities that involve cruelty, harm, or exploitation of animals or humans for entertainment purposes often disregard the well-being and dignity of the participants and perpetuate a culture of violence and insensitivity towards animals. According to multiple sources including the BBC and CNN, inhumane sports take place in many countries including, but not limited to, Mexico, Colombia, China, Spain and South Korea. But voices against different cruel sports involving…
New Years are celebrated in different countries around the world. The English New Year — the most widely celebrated New Year — is celebrated on January 1st. There are also other New Year celebrations that take place on different dates according to various cultural and religious traditions. For example, the Chinese New Year is based on the lunar calendar and usually falls between January 21st and February 20th and the Bengali New Year is traditionally celebrated on the 14th of April (or Pohela Boishakh). Among others, countries like Iran celebrate Nowruz, Iran’s traditional New Year, which typically occurs on March…
Political extremism is a concern in many countries in the world. Political extremism — the advocacy or support for extreme political ideologies which are often characterized by radical views and actions that manifest in various forms including far-left or far-right ideologies, religious fundamentalism or militant nationalism and activities including the suppression of the opposition, targeted persecution of marginalized groups and acts of violence — leads to devastating outcomes in different countries. It undermines social cohesion, polarizes communities and threatens the principles of tolerance and inclusion in society, where different factions become increasingly divided and unwilling to find common ground. Among…