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The End of an Epoch

Many of the changes to the Earth's depleted biosphere are irreversible, and most of them are very recent. A new…

April 5, 2024

Women Who Changed History for the Good of Humankind

There were countless women who broke the mold of the prescribed role of women in the early, high, and later…

August 8, 2023

Paul Cezanne : Father of Modern Art

Paul Cezanne: Father of Modernism In his incredibly creative lifetime, Paul Cezanne produced around nine-hundred paintings and four-hundred watercolors.  He…

June 16, 2023

Humans’ Unjust Dominance Over Animals.

Human supremacy has discriminated against animals.  Exercising power over animals in order to favor human interests suggests that humanity does…

April 20, 2023

The Moral Status of Animals in Myths and Legends

In today's world, there is discrimination towards animals.  Favoring the interests of humans over the interests of animals is prejudicial.…

March 11, 2023

Women and Poverty Due to Climate Change

Poverty and climate change are closely related.  The poorest and most disadvantaged people tend to rely on climate-sensitive agriculture for…

January 20, 2023

The Media and the Northern White Rhino

Our feelings about the environment are affected by past experiences, culture, and daily events; however, the media has great power…

October 6, 2022

´Divinely Inspired Women.´

Throughout history, prophecy was one domain in which women were seen as superior to men. From the classical period, the…

May 14, 2022

Why Artemis is the Heroine we Need Now

Artemis is one of the three Greek Goddesses.  She is usually depicted as a girl in a knee-length tunic and…

April 3, 2022

´Mother Teresa:¨Don’t Wait for Leaders; Do it Alone, Person to Person.¨´

Mother Teresa (Anjeze Gonxhe Bojaxhiu 1910-1997 Republic of Macedonia) was an Albanian-Indian missionary and saint who, at a young age…

February 21, 2022

´Saving the Dogs who Save Elephants and Rhinos.´

In Zambia, where the poaching of elephants and rhinos is rampant, rescue dogs help wildlife police shut down poaching operations.…

November 2, 2021

Great Barrier Reef: Nature on an Epic Scale in Danger from Climate Change.

The Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, Australia, is a World Heritage Site since 1981. No other World Heritage Site contains…

October 28, 2021

Harriet Tubman: ‘American Icon and Pioneer of Freedom.’

"If you are tired, keep going. If you are scared, keep going. If you are hungry, keep going. If you want…

August 15, 2021

Dog Heroes: The Organizations that Rescue Dogs from High Kill Shelters in the EU.

Every year tens of thousands of stray dogs disappear without a chance to survive. They are illegally and inhumanely destroyed…

February 21, 2021

A History of Supressing Women’s Speech

The pursuit of censorship has often one of silenced women. Since the 2016 election, people have been saying to Hillary…

September 2, 2020

Divine Nature: The Power to Manifest our Dreams in the World Around Us.

Is the logic of domination based on differences that are seen as natural, given and inescapable, moral? Are you a…

August 22, 2020

‘Green World Rising’ Presents Steps to Stop and Reverse Climate Change

'Green World Rising' says we cannot wait for others to take the first step; citizens and governments need to make our…

June 14, 2020

‘The Voice of the Animals: Dame Jane Goodall’

Jane Goodall once said, there are not only human beings on this planet, there are also animal beings, and we…

March 12, 2020

Barcelona: Dynamic City of Architecture, Art and Gastronomy

Barcelona, Spain, is a beautiful and vibrant city, and a hub for new technologies.  It is the first city in…

January 6, 2020

´Granada, Mystical City.´

To quote the lyrics from the song 'Granada,' about this famous city in southern Spain: ¨Land I dream of, I'm…

November 25, 2019

Viking Women

In the history of Scandinavia, the period that experienced the greatest transformation was the Viking Age (AD 750-1100). Women played…

September 8, 2019

‘Ibiza, the Bohemian Paradise.’

Ibiza is a very inspiring, regenerating place, full of magical spots, beach coves or "calas," and restaurants.  Ibiza is the…

August 6, 2019

The Legend of the White Buffalo Calf Woman: Inspiration and Teacher.

The White Buffalo Calf Woman is an inspiration, teacher and healer for the Lakota Indians.  She is a powerful female…

April 25, 2019

Cambodia: One of the World’s Highest Rates in Deforestation.

Cambodia is the second most bio-diverse place on earth after the Amazon Jungle, and was once covered by lush rainforests.…

February 20, 2019

Lord Byron: ‘Genius Poet and Animal Lover.’

In Greece, Lord Byron is a hero and revered as 'A great and good man.' Lord Byron (1788 London England…

August 31, 2018

To Be or not to Be: The immortality of Plants and the Future of our Planet

Dream life is life, and in a dream scenario our planet is taken over by immortal plants, and the world…

August 23, 2018

Malala Yousafzai. ‘Modern Day Heroine for Girls’ Education.’

Malala defied the Taliban and fought for girls’ rights to a basic education in Pakistan. Her father, an educational activist who…

June 3, 2018

Fighting for Social Justice More Urgent than Impeaching Trump

Albert Einstein said: "The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those…

May 24, 2018

Spain’s #MeToo Movement Takes Off

The Spanish women's group "La Caja de Pandora," or  "Pandora's Box," a group of 3,000 members who work in the…

May 3, 2018

The Tragic Demise of the Northern White Rhino

Sudan was the last Northern white rhino male of his species.  He died of natural causes in March.  He is…

April 19, 2018

Chernobyl 32 Years After the Tragedy

Today the Ukrainian city of Chernobyl and its surrounding areas are an apocalyptic landscape of nuclear fallout.  It is forbidden…

April 5, 2018

Remembering the Suffragettes

Women's rights movements have been active since the 18th century, and 2018 is the anniversary of women's right to vote…

February 15, 2018

Business Organizations as Agents for Positive Change

Twenty million people in Yemen, South Sudan, Somalia and Nigeria are facing starvation and famine.  The majority of the world's…

February 7, 2018

Barcelona Brand Suffers with Bid for Independence

The frustrated attempt by the region's government to declare independence have made the city's prestige suffer.  Barcelona is not the…

January 23, 2018

Anita Hill’s Legacy

Anita Hill, lawyer, professor and activist, is a powerful symbol of feminism.  Her testimony at the Senate Judiciary Committee Hearings…

December 27, 2017

Extreme Poverty in America Affects Civil Rights

If people cannot meet basic needs, have healthcare, and put food on the table how can they take part in…

December 6, 2017

Stella McCartney: The Luxury Fashion Industry Reinvented

Stella McCartney changed the luxury fashion business forever with her sustainable fashion line and accessories.  In 2001 she launched her…

November 28, 2017

Sevilla, Spain’s Most Charming City

Sevilla is the capital of Andalusia and it is located in Southern Spain.  Sevilla is full of life, history, art…

November 11, 2017

Ambra Battilana Gutierrez: ‘Where was Everyone in 2015?’

Why did it take two and a half years for the world and Hollywood to take Batillana's allegations seriously?  After…

October 18, 2017

Sargadelos: Culture, History and Design in Galicia.

The design of Spanish ceramics is intricate and artistically beautiful, and tells the history of the region in which they…

September 28, 2017

The Preservation of our Nation

Climate change, nuclear war, biological warfare, and whether or not the U.S. wants to lead this world, are current issues…

September 15, 2017

Letter to Mr Trump, ‘Make Peace not War.’

Mr President, It could be a tremendous success for you and your administration if you engaged in talks with North…

September 5, 2017

‘Preserve, Protect and Defend the Constitution.’

President Trump is not fulfilling his oath to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution. His latest statements prove this, and…

August 16, 2017

‘Trump Administration Weakening Science in America.’

President Trump said that Global Warming was a hoax perpetrated by the Chinese government.  He once tweeted, "The concept of…

July 25, 2017

Original and Modern Artisanal Jewelry

Unode50 is a Spanish jewelry brand that was established in 1996.  All pieces are 100% handcrafted and manufactured in Spain.  The…

July 18, 2017

Adolfo Dominguez: Spanish Designer of Sustainable Fashion

"Wrinkles are beautiful," says Adolfo Dominguez in reference to his use of linen in all of his clothing lines. Spanish…

July 6, 2017

Universal Health Care in the U.S.: A Right not a Privilege

Universal Health Care is a right and not a privilege, say many Americans, so why don't we have it? There…

June 28, 2017

‘Tippi Hedren’s Animal Sanctuary.’

"A Meeting Place of Peace and Harmony for all beings, Animal and Human." This is the meaning in Sanskrit of…

June 27, 2017

Shop for Shoes

My shoes are always the most important part of any outfit, so I try to buy good quality leather shoes, that…

June 19, 2017

Trump’s America: ‘Contempt and Disrespect for America’s Core Values.’

We are living in country where the president is taking away healthcare for women, and imposing new legislation which adversely affects…

June 16, 2017

‘There is no “Glass Ceiling.”‘

Ms Darcy Says, food for thought: The so-called "glass ceiling" doesn't exist.  This term is used because it is more…

June 12, 2017

Oprah Winfrey: ‘Philanthropist and Entrepeneur.’

Oprah Winfrey, one of the world’s most influential people and the world’s best interviewer says, “I realized that the only…

June 6, 2017

Leonardo DiCaprio: Environmentalist and Philanthropist

Re:Wild  together with Leonardo DiCaprio are committed to the long-term health and wellbeing of all Earth’s inhabitants. Through their partnerships,…

June 2, 2017

‘Food for Thought.’

Are all journalists interested in finding out the truth, or are they more interested in finding facts that will back…

May 30, 2017

Maria Shriver: ‘Advocate for the Wellbeing of Women and their Families.’

I was thinking about what women could be realistic candidates for my survey ‘Who Should be the Next President of…

May 30, 2017

Melinda Gates: ‘Championing Investments for Women and Girls.’

Melinda Gates is the most powerful woman philanthropist on the planet. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is working to…

May 27, 2017

Shop for Food: ‘The Ultimate Spanish ‘Tapas.’

Shop for Food. 'The Ultimate Spanish ‘Tapas’ Some of the most delicious ham and cheese comes from Spain; take Iberian…

May 25, 2017

In the Spotlight: ‘Ellen Degeneres Humanitarian.’

Ellen DeGeneres loves animals and she says, “They’re smarter than we ever give them credit for. We should respect them.”…

May 25, 2017

Maria Comencini Says: “Women are the Nation.”

  Francesca Comencini says, "...Women are the Nation." In an article in ‘ The New Yorker’ in the section ‘The Women,’ there…

May 25, 2017

‘Joan of Arc, Emmanuele Macron ‘Symbol of Hope.’

  'Joan of Arc Symbol of Hope.' Joan of Arc saved France and became a legend, heroine, martyr and saint.…

May 25, 2017

Survey: ‘Who Should be the Next President of the United States?’

Take My Survey: 'Who Should Be the Next President of the United States?' Michelle Obama Melinda Gates Maria Shriver Sally…

May 25, 2017

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