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Global Governance and the Pandemic Dilemma: WHO’s Legal Authority During a ‘Disease X’ Outbreak
In recent weeks, public discourse has been reignited over the World Health Organization's (WHO) expanding powers during international health crises. Triggered by proposed revisions to the WHO’s Legal Authority - International Health Regulations (IHRs) and the negotiation of a new international pandemic accord, critics argue that these developments could allow the organization unprecedented control over national public health responses during outbreaks such as the hypothetical yet ominously titled "Disease X."
MIT’s 2025 Breakthrough Technologies: Navigating Innovation and Its Implications
In January 2025, MIT Technology Review unveiled its annual list of the "MIT's 2025 Breakthrough Technologies," spotlighting innovations poised to redefine industries and societal norms. This year's selection encompasses advancements ranging from generative AI search to green steel production, reflecting the multifaceted nature of technological progress. While these breakthroughs promise significant benefits, they also raise critical questions about ethical considerations, regulatory frameworks, and societal impacts.
U.S. Economy Contracts Amid Tariff Turbulence: A Comprehensive Analysis of Q1 2025
In the first quarter of 2025, the U.S. economy contracts by 0.3%, marking the first decline since early 2022 . This downturn was primarily attributed to a surge in imports as businesses and consumers rushed to purchase foreign goods ahead of new tariffs introduced by President Trump . The resulting record trade deficit significantly dragged down GDP.
Trump Administration Ends Enforcement of ‘Disparate Impact’ Civil Rights Protections
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On April 23, 2025, President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14281, titled "Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy," which directs federal agencies to eliminate...
Trump Administration Launches Antisemitism Probe into University of Washington Following Violent Campus Protest
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Antisemitism Probe: On May 5, 2025, the University of Washington (UW) became the epicenter of a national controversy when a pro-Palestinian protest escalated into...
Breaking the Research Barrier: The Evidence-Based Drug Policy Act and the Future of U.S. Drug Policy
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In May 2025, Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Ilhan Omar (D-MN) introduced the Evidence-Based Drug Policy Act (EBDPA) of 2025, aiming to dismantle longstanding...