Climbing academia, but falling to public scrutiny
The academic world often forgets the human element, the fragile individuals behind the titles and publications, but Jason Arday's tragic end is a stark reminder of this.
3 weeks ago
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Protest
Stories tagged “Protest” on Waqya.
Government’s bold move on rapist releases raises more questions than it answers.
The government's latest move on early release schemes has sparked both praise and skepticism, with some hailing it as a step towards tougher justice, while others see it as a half-measure that leaves many serious offenders untouched.
3 weeks ago
Corporate ‘Trust’ Isn’t a Safe Space, but a Liability
When corporate 'trust' initiatives become HR traps, employees risk exposure and job loss.
3 months ago
India’s Youth Rise Up: The Story Behind the CJP Protest
India's youth have risen up in a powerful display of activism, demanding justice and accountability from the government. The CJP protest has become a symbol of the country's growing discontent and desire for reform.
3 months ago
Pakistan’s Kashmir Crackdown: Whose Lives are Deemed Expendable?
In the shadow of Pakistan's carefully curated image as the sole defender of Kashmiri rights, the people of AJK continue to be pawns in a larger geopolitical chess match.
3 months ago
The Hard Work of Longevity: How PBS’s *The Open Mind* Survives
A 70-year-old TV show is a rare gem in today's attention economy. What does its longevity say about PBS's *The Open Mind*?
3 months ago
Iran’s Colossal Display of Vengeance
Iran's massive public outpouring is a form of political capital, signaling to domestic dissidents and regional adversaries that the state's power base remains formidable.
3 months ago
Tehran’s Calculated Spectacle: A Show of Strength or Shallow Support?
Amidst a backdrop of economic hardship and pockets of protest, Iran's regime seeks to project strength and unity, but can it genuinely rally its people, or is this a calculated performance to conceal underlying cracks?
3 months ago
Guo Wengui’s fall: what it means for the business of Chinese dissent
Guo Wengui, a self-proclaimed Chinese critic, has been sentenced to 30 years in a US jail for orchestrating elaborate fraudulent schemes, leaving victims and legitimate dissidents in his wake.
4 months ago
MP’s England World Cup comment sparks outrage and calls for greater understanding
A UK MP's attempt to link the England World Cup result to women's safety has sparked widespread outrage, raising questions about the role of politicians in shaping public discourse.
4 months ago