Tag: Turmoil

Hong Kong’s Terminal Turmoil: When an Airport Became an ICU

When you’ve spent a lifetime associating airports with the rush of travel, the promise of adventure, or even the smell of jet fuel, you don’t expect to be greeted by the no-nonsense face of a doctor, armed with a cotton swab and a cold determination. “Do you have any symptoms?...

How SF Public School Parents Make Themselves Heard Is Up for Debate in This Year of Turmoil

The San Francisco public school district has long encouraged parents to join advisory groups and share input on a wide range of matters, including special education, the well-being of students of color, and nitty-gritty budget details. But in recent years, those groups have become more grist for ...

More Widespread Knowledge of Economics Would Prevent Much Ethnic Turmoil

I believe it is absolutely vital that at least some proportion of the citizenry of any society obtains and maintains a solid grasp of some fundamental principles of economics and concepts which economists have come up with over the years, far beyond the usual benefits economists claim, which are typ...

Pixels of Resilience: Safeguarding Photographic Treasures Amidst Cultural Turmoil

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and global connectivity, the preservation of cultural heritage has become an increasingly critical endeavor. Photographs, as powerful visual artifacts, play a significant role in documenting and conveying the richness of diverse cultures. However,...

When Their Homelands Are in Turmoil: Supporting Adult ESOL Students Through Crisis

This article explores the challenges faced by adult English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) students when their home countries are experiencing various forms of crisis. It emphasizes the importance of culturally responsive teaching practices in creating a supportive learning environment that ...