ÁSATRÚARFÉLAGIÐ: A NEW RELIGIOUS MOVEMENT IN ICELAND
Editor-in-Chief Omkar Mahajan explains how the ancient Norse religion is suddenly experiencing a revival in Iceland.
LOSING SCHENGEN: THE DETERIORATION OF THE EUROPEAN IDEA
As mass influxes of immigrants seek haven in European countries, free movement and the infamous Schengen agreement are threatened.
TRAGEDY OR TRIUMPH: THE DEATH OF THE "POSTER BOY"
Editor-in-Chief Omkar Mahajan discusses the recent death of Burhan Muzaffar Wani and the impact this will have on Kashmir while also exploring Kashmir's recent history.
THE REACHES OF EMPIRE: THE U.S.'S FORGOTTEN NATIONAL TERRITORIES
Staff Writer Ariana Criste discusses the forgotten national territories of the United States and how this has escaped our national consciousness.
It's Not All In Your Head: How Mental Illness Manifests Across Cultures
Staff Writer Becca Chong breaks down the barriers surrounding mental illness in various cultures
FREEDOM OF RELIGION: FAR FROM FREE
Staff Writer Lauren Lam takes a look at the unjust freedom of religion ever so promised in France and Canada.
THE UNPAYABLE DEBT: PUERTO RICO'S FISCAL CRISIS
Staff Writer Aisha Ali takes a comprehensive look at Puerto Rico's most recent fiscal crisis,
VOLUNTOURISM- HOW SUSTAINABLE IS YOUR SERVICE?
Staff Writer Rebecca Chong looks into the idea behind voluntourism--and many of issues that it brings
FOR POWER OR LOVE - TURKISH INVESTMENT IN SOMALIA
Staff Writer Aisha Ali examines Turkey's involvement and relationship in Somalia
COLOGNE, GERMANY: MASS ATTACKS FUEL XENOPHOBIA
In Cologne, Germany the year 2015 ended with an incident of mass sexual assaults, highlighting a need for greater international focus on formulating a working plan for the migrant crisis in Europe. Amidst the New Year’s Eve festivities, hundreds of men gathered in Cologne’s main train station; the congregation soon escalated into a chaotic frenzy in which several women were sexually assaulted. Ninety women came forth to report being attacked (Shubert). The horrific violation of women’s rights incited fear across Germany, and the public called for justice against the attackers. Additionally, the circumstance brought implications of Arab refugees threatening national security to the forefront of political discussion.
No End in Sight for Dictatorship in Thailand
On May 22, 2014, the Royal Thai Army successfully seized control of the Thai government, under the claim that that its actions would keep citizens safe and restore order to a country mired in chaos. This was the 10th time Thailand’s constitution was suspended since 1932 (“Thailand Military Seizes Power in Coup”). However, reports of human rights violations committed against non-violent demonstrators marching in protest of the new regime’s authoritarian rule, suggest that the military junta is acting out of its own self-interest rather than for the good of its citizens. The new government has proven its willingness to go to great lengths to retain its power.
