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Coronavirus: Are We Heading For A Global Recession?
If the deaths caused by the recent COVID-19 outbreak aren’t already enough, there are escalating fears that this…
Can We Rebuild The Country After Trump?
Can we rebuild the United States after President Trump is gone? And how would we do it? It’s…
Where US Commuters Spend The Most Time Stuck In Traffic
The commuters of Los Angeles experience the worst traffic conditions in the United States. This is based on…
Why America Should Legalize Pot
There are currently more than 30 states in America that have in some way legalized the use of…
4 Ways CBD Can Be Used In Fighting Drug Addiction
Substance misuse, encompassing drug addiction, is a big problem for the United States. The way that medical institutions…
The Largest Military Forces In The World
China boasts the largest military in the world in terms of available active military manpower, Global Firepower reports.…
Qassem Suleimani Air Strike: Why This Is A Dangerous Escalation Of US Assassination Policy
The US government has killed Iranian general Qassem Suleimani, commander of the Quds Force, the elite wing of…
Impeachment Comes To The Senate – 5 Questions Answered
The House of Representatives has impeached President Donald Trump. Attention now turns to the Senate. Majority Leader Mitch…
Looking Back: What Happened In Pearl Harbor?
7th of December 1941 is the day the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. Prior to this, America was opposed…
At 70, Is NATO Still Important? 5 Essential Reads
As the NATO summit begins in London on Dec. 3, it brings together leaders of the world’s most…
12 Best Cities for Small Business in America Right Now
There are more than 30 million small businesses within the United States as of 2018. Small businesses create jobs for millions…
Why We Gobble Up Specific Foods On Thanksgiving
United States lore has it that the first Thanksgiving was in 1621, when Plymouth colonists and the Wampanoag…
How Much Does A Thanksgiving Dinner Cost In 2019?
Are you the Thanksgiving dinner host this year? Wondering how much will your Thanksgiving grocery amount to? Here…
The Cheapest Cities To Rent An Apartment In The U.S.
Rent is one of the major expenses that we have to spend each month. It would be a…
The Top 10 U.S. Cities For Immigrants
Our world is becoming more and more diverse as people continue to move from their home countries to…
Why Aren’t Americans Rising Up Like The People Of Chile And Lebanon?
With more Americans demanding an alternative to a system that doesn’t serve their needs, the tinder for a…
9 Breathtaking US Hiking Trails You Need To Conquer
Hiking is a good way to connect with nature and enjoy its beauty. The 17th of November is…
Don’t Get Confused: The Difference Between Veterans Day, Remembrance Day, Armistice Day & Memorial Day
November 11 marks Veterans Day — and Remembrance Day. If you are in the United States, you are…
Best US Cities For Halloween 2019
Halloween is just around the corner. Are you prepared? Perhaps you are planning to make some last-minute shopping…
Hong Kong Protesters Shouldn’t Pin Hopes On Outsiders To Solve Their Impasse With Beijing
The decision by the US House of Representatives to pass legislation tightening up the scrutiny of Hong Kong’s…
Does Your City Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
Columbus Day commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus to the Americas back on October 12, 1492. It is…
Impeachment Won’t Save America’s Democracy
So it’s official: The U.S. House of Representatives, led by Speaker Nancy Pelosi, is moving toward impeaching President…
5 US Cities With The Most Homeless People
While the United States enjoy one of the strongest economies in the world, the benefits of the country’s…
What To Expect As A New Visitor In The US
Are you planning a trip to the US? Do you have targeted locales in the US that you…
Could We Have Prevented The Collapse Of The World Trade Center?
This day marks the tragic 9/11 attacks. One can perhaps vividly remember the tragic collapse of the World…
The Economic Impact Of Closing The Racial Wealth Gap
The United States is one of the world’s largest economic power and this is shown in the growth…
Seven Threats To The State Of The Air In The US
Too many people in the United States live their daily lives with air unhealthy for them to breathe…
America’s Back-To-College Shopping List
It’s back to school season. Where do U.S. college students spend their money in preparation for the new…
Stop Blaming Video Games For Mass Killings
In the wake of the El Paso shooting on Aug. 3 that left 22 dead and dozens injured,…
Could A National Buyback Program Reduce Gun Violence In America?
Americans own nearly half of the world’s guns, with approximately 120 firearms for every 100 U.S. residents. Gun…
America’s Shift From Coal To Renewable Energy
America taking the sustainable route is paying off. The Guardian reports that renewable sources have surpassed coal in…
Globalization And The Enchantment Of The World
What does the term “globalization” mean? Is it a strictly economic phenomenon or does it involve several dimensions?…
Why Won’t The US Supreme Court Do Anything About Racism?
The Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke fired 16 shots, killing the African-American teenager Laquan McDonald; 14 of…
Missions To The Moon
Since Neil Armstrong’s first landing, other countries have since sent their own missions to explore the Moon. Over…
The Top 10 Brands Americans Claim They Can’t Live Without
There are brands that are really good that we almost always use them every day and then there…
Winners And Losers In The US-China Trade War
Donald Trump’s presidency has been marked by a rise in protectionism. His “America First” policy has involved introducing…
At The G20, A Focus On Sideshow Diplomacy And Photo Opps, With Limited Material Gains
What a weekend it’s been: global leadership, diplomacy and theatrics, all at play on the world stage. US…
Class, Trump, Brexit, And The Decline Of The West
In politics, long-term socio-economic trends and global shifts matter more than often overstated ‘progressive’ discourses about equality, progress…
Who Really Pays For American Students To Go To College?
Individually, Americans spend a lot on higher education. Most undergraduates finish with about $30,000 in debt. It’s an…
If You Oppose Donald Trump, Please Don’t Hate Him
When we allow ourselves to fall victim to hatred, we are doing our opponents’ work for them. President…
What Does The Trump Administration Want From Iran?
Two oil tankers were attacked on June 13 off the coast of Oman, forcing the crew members of…
Why The Nazis Studied American Race Laws For Inspiration
On 5 June 1934, about a year and half after Adolf Hitler became Chancellor of the Reich, the…
US-China Trade War: Impact On Tech Companies
The ongoing US-China trade war is turning out to be really ugly for tech companies. No matter how…
Five Reasons Why We Should Be Grateful To Donald Trump
People who are basically good sometimes cannot help doing evil. Conversely, an evil man cannot help doing some…
D-Day 75 Years On: ‘Special Relationship’ Forged On The Beaches Of France Now Poised To Enter A New Era
In 1944 the blimps above London were barrage balloons – in 2019 the blimp above the capital is…
Trade War: What Is It & How Are We Affected?
A trade war is more than just getting companies like Huawei banned. Initiating a trade war can cause…
Who’s Who In US Election 2020
US Elections is nearing and lots of names have popped up. It’s easy to get lost in a…
Why Desperation Could Be The Key To Tackling Climate Change
Last October, something strange happened when the United Nations released a report saying we have just 12 years…
A Constitution Should Help A Country Govern, Not Hobble It
The United States and India, two of the world’s largest and oldest democracies, are both governed on the…
Which US Cities Make It Easiest To Commute Without A Car?
A new study examines 20 American cities and finds most are sorely lacking in non-car ways to get…