The Mirage of Impartiality: Why Everything Is Political
The media wants to believe that there is a quiet, impartial and neutral baseline to existence. Occasionally framed as a personal taste and private life that sits safely outside the sharp edges of ideology. I’m not that into politics and can’t we just enjoy this without making it political are comforting facades we live by. […]
Unlocking the Mind: How the Subconscious Reshapes Life
Our daily life is dictated by our reality, shaped by our logical and daily choices. Yet, beneath the conscious awareness lies a vast, silent driver shaping us: the subconscious mind. This affects our mental health, achievements, and identity. In the book The Power of Your Subconscious Mind, Dr. Joseph Murphy argues that our subconscious is […]
Shifting Dynamics of Global Diplomacy: Kenya at the 2026 G7 Summit
The 52nd G7 Summit of Heads of State and Government took place from 15 to 17 June 2026 in Évian-les-Bains (Haute-Savoie). France held the presidency. While the G7 trip was a massive win for Kenya’s international profile, it came with domestic political pressure. Kenya’s inclusion as a key partner nation at the 2026 G7 Summit […]
The Architecture of Isolation: The Loneliness Epidemic
In every corner of our hyper-connected world, a shadow is growing. We are more “linked” than any time period in human history, yet we are drowning in an intense sense of shielding. This isn’t just a personal melancholy; it is a public health crisis—the “loneliness epidemic.” According to a 2025 WHO report, an estimated 871,000 […]
Beyond the Brain: A Beginner’s Guide to Dream Interpretation
Have you ever woken up from a dream and thought, “What on earth was that about?” Whether you were flying over a neon cityscape or simply trying to find a bathroom in a building with endless hallways, dreams are the great human mystery we experience every single night. But what do they actually mean? Depending […]
The Forgotten Art of the Present World: Rediscovering Obscure Movements and the Geometry of Arithmetic
The noise of high-speed digital rendering and instant gratification dominates the world. We therefore often find ourselves looking toward a narrow, Eurocentric canon of the “Greats”. Art is more vast than a few greats. The subterranean ocean, and many of the movements that truly shaped our modern aesthetics, have been swept into the corners of […]
The Biology of Belonging: Why Empathy is a Political Act
Empathy is political is the work of the neuroscientist Samah Karaki. Here she challenges the cozy version of empathy we’ve been sold. We often think of empathy as a fuzzy, innate superpower—a simple bridge between two souls. Here, Karaki pulls back the curtain to show us that we are much more complex. Our empathy is […]
When Women Speak Out: Discomfort, Catalyst, and Change
Throughout history, the voices of women have been powerful instruments of change. Women are often met with discomfort, resistance and even danger. Their willingness to speak truth to power has consistently shattered silences, challenged norms and paved the way for a more just and equitable world. The women mentioned have personal testimonies of abuse to […]
The Free and Fair Trap
This is a present-day political discourse from a viewer’s perspective, integrating what we know to be “free and fair.” First, it has become a sacred incantation. Second, the phrase is used way too loosely. It is used to bless elections, trade deals, and judicial systems. Finally, beneath the surface of this noble phrase lies a […]
It is the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
The opening chords of Andy Williams’ classic hit evoke an immediate Pavlovian response. Snow is falling (metaphorically, at least), lattes are spiced with gingerbread, and everyone you pass on the street is supposedly brimming with good cheer. We are collectively told that this is, emphatically, “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” Over decades, cultural […]