Tag: Country

Malala Yousafzai is a Nobel laureate and global education advocate. She is an inspiration and we are proud of her as she’s representing our challenges at a global level. In this post, I’ll share my story representing how every second girl here, struggles to go to school because of cul...

Make America Great Again. If you’re like me, this phrase hits you with the same visceral force as a badly swung golf club to the face. We recognize it at a glance as the slogan of Donald J. Trump, the ex-president currently facing a mountain of legal troubles. I’ll bet that yo...

The U.S. News and World Report has been publishing a “Best Country Overall” ranking based on a sprawling set of criteria since 2016. The top eight countries in the ranking have been mostly uniform in that period. The U.S. lost ground during the Trump years of 2017–2020...

In a realm where every country becomes a battleground, imagine an epic adventure where the fate of nations hinges on a heroic showdown with a final boss. What if we told you that AI could craft these formidable foes for each nation, infusing them with unique characteristics and quirks that reflect t...

With its sun-kissed beaches, rich history, and lively culture, Spain is not only a popular tourist destination but also offers a dynamic job market brimming with opportunities. From the bustling streets of Barcelona to the historic charm of Madrid, Spain’s diverse regions each contribute to it...

In 2018, I made the decision to migrate from Venezuela when I was only 23 years old. For many, it sounds like an easy and fun decision, even exciting. For me, it was too. It was when I had to give my family a final hug and not knowing when I would see them again, that I understood the weight of m...

Turkey is a land of contrasts, with breathtaking landscapes, ancient history and a rich cultural heritage. Whether you want to explore ancient ruins, soak up the sun on beautiful beaches or sample delicious Turkish cuisine, there is something for everyone in Turkey. In this article, we take an in-de...

Golfing Paradise in Moorpark’s Backyard One of the first things you’ll observe at Moorpark Country Club is its amazing golf course. It’s like Mother Nature herself took up designing golf courses as a pastime. With 27 holes that span lush green hills and tranquil valleys, this co...

Spain’s job market is a blend of traditional industries and emerging sectors that cater to its vibrant economy. The tourism and hospitality industry plays a central role, benefiting from the country’s appeal as a global vacation spot. This sector offers a wide array of job opportunities ...

I believe that living in a city is better than living in a country or village because when you live in a city you and your family will have great health and safety, you can find jobs and careers easily and you will have a better education. So the first reason why I believe city life is better tha...

I moved to Vancouver at the age of 18 to pursue my studies. My home town, Jakarta, Indonesia, is 8,282 miles away and 16 hours ahead. Safe to say, I was stepping into uncertain territory. Although I was eager to experience this next chapter of my life, I was met with many challenges along the way...

When I saw this, I thought about the other little pieces of food that I saw throughout my trip, that were placed on the Buddhist altars. Crumbs of bread, water, cookies, rice etc. When I saw the small cookie lying on the curb, placed for Buddha, it really hit me about how tranquil this culture is...

It is a common misconception among Westerners, many of whom consider themselves Christians, that Muslims are intolerant because of their religion. This is not surprising when you consider how little the uninformed in the West — from ordinary folk to prime ministers — know about Islam. Th...

After the Taliban regained power on August 15, 2021, the previous government’s military personnel were suddenly among the most vulnerable groups in Afghanistan. Soon, reports emerged of the Taliban targetting former government military personnel, who were imprisoned, assassinated, or vanish...

I used to think that the era of killing millions of Native Americans was over, as well as the era of assassinating minority leaders like Martin Luther King, Jr. But that illusion is over. America has only gotten far worse. After invading Syria and killing 500,000 civilians there on behalf of Isra...

As a Somali individual, I find myself amused when I hear people in the UK, particularly in London, suggesting that my family and fellow Somalis should “go back to our own country.” The irony of such statements resonates deeply with the historical complexities that connect Somalia and Bri...

Sexism and misogyny against women are a real problem in modern day Romania. As an American woman who has been living in Romania for over 5 years, I can tell you the sexism is so poignant that it’s suffocating. And that makes me furious! Why? Because no one, inside or outside of Romania...

Every time I return to my home country for a yearly visit, I feel a little more alien, more estranged, and more disconnected than the year before. Living in another country for over a decade does that to you. It’s a sad feeling when you realize that you don’t belong there anymore, but it...

Have you ever thought about moving abroad? Are you in a situation where you feel like leaving your home country is the only choice? Maybe you just want a fresh start in your life in a place where no one knows you. Let me tell you, you are not the only one. Packing up and leaving your country with...

Oh, what a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive," is the phrase that comes to mind after hearing some people repeatedly deny America's legacy of racism. Of course, an English poet, Sir Walter Scott, first used this phrase when writing about betrayal in romance, ...

I started writing this piece last summer, when the majority of country music stars remained silent about Charlottesville.¹ As a musician and as a fan, I wanted to be part of a more organized anti-racist response, and I wished there were a group called Country Music Against White Supremacy so I ...

I want to introduce you to Zomia. Zomia is the 8th largest country in the world by area, spanning over 2.5 billion square kilometers. It hosts a vibrant and diverse population of over 130 million people, comparable in size to the likes of Japan and Mexico. Zomia also boasts some of the planet’...

To be fair to Trump, he wasn’t the first American President to adopt an anti-Haiti stance. In 1791, when news of the Haitian Revolution reached George Washington, he immediately sent aid to the white government there. America’s immediate concern was that the slave revolt in Hai...

Born into a then-illegal biracial marriage, the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet’s childhood, and now her poetry, recalls the country outskirts of Gulfport, Mississippi, where Blacks and whites lived tenuously together, making a way out of no way. Trethewey is part of a growing cohort of modern ...

First, it was the Malagasy immigrants who had settled here long before my arrival — mostly second-generation immigrants. To them, they were the true immigrants because they had been here long enough, having endured the trials and tribulations of immigration, and having a deep un...

One thing that struck me in 2015 while watching the Trump rallies that were broadcast every day on cable news was how much fun attendees appeared to be having. I was particularly struck by an interview with a woman who said to a reporter while standing in line, “I just want to chant ‘loc...

What Are AdSense Country Tiers? AdSense country tiers are a way for Google to categorize countries based on their earnings potential. Countries are grouped into tiers based on their average cost per click (CPC) for AdSense ads. The higher the CPC, the higher the tier. There are three AdSense coun...

Patrick Cox: Hands up who has a parent from another country. OK, maybe not hands up if you’re driving. This is what a lot of us have in common: We feel fake when we root for our parent’s country. If my Irish dad and I watched any kind of sporting contest involving an Irish man or w...