The World Health Organization (WHO) is one of the most influential international organizations in the field of public health, playing a central role in coordinating global efforts to combat diseases, improve healthcare systems, and promote well-being worldwide. Origins of the WHO Established in 1948 as a specialized agency of the United Nations, the WHO has…
By Max Chapnick, Boston University/The Conversation A good-looking young man with a mysterious past carries a loaded gun, ready to kill, on the streets of the world’s financial capital. This scene not only describes Luigi Mangione’s alleged murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in midtown New York – and the ensuing flood of media…
Failure is one of the greatest taboos in modern society. It’s the scarlet letter of the so-called self-made world, where success is fetishized and elevated as the ultimate proof of worth. To fail is to be pitied, dismissed, or judged as unworthy of respect. But what happens when the very structure defining success is itself…
Every January, the world turns its attention to the small Swiss town of Davos, where leaders in politics, business, and academia gather for the World Economic Forum (WEF). Known for its high-profile attendees and sweeping discussions on global issues, the WEF is often hailed as a hub of international collaboration—but it’s not without its critics….