What Makes Golgappas More Than Just a Snack? Golgappas, also known as pani puri, puchka, or phuchka across India, are more than just a beloved street food. They are a cultural phenomenon that binds people together, creating moments of joy,…
History is often written by the victors, leaving behind the stories of marginalized communities and forgotten peoples. These overlooked histories have shaped the world in ways that are only now beginning to be understood and recognized. As societies strive to…
As the global population continues to grow, with estimates suggesting we will reach nearly 10 billion people by 2050, the world is facing the challenge of providing sufficient food to meet the nutritional needs of this expanding population. Traditional sources…
In a world increasingly dominated by technology, the line between public and private has become progressively blurred. From social media and smartphones to smart cities and surveillance cameras, the data trails we leave behind can be tracked, analyzed, and often…
Introduction: Moving Beyond Sustainable Tourism For years, the conversation around tourism has focused on sustainability—reducing harm, minimizing waste, and ensuring that popular travel destinations are not overexploited. But as climate change accelerates, overtourism strains fragile ecosystems, and local communities bear…
Introduction: The Timeless Power of Stories From the legendary exploits of Gilgamesh to the divine intrigues of the Greek pantheon, myths and folklore have served as the foundation of human understanding for millennia. These timeless narratives, originally preserved through oral…
Gamification is one of the most powerful psychological tools of the 21st century. By integrating game-like elements into non-game environments, businesses, governments, and educators have found ways to shape human behavior—sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worse. What makes…
In a world facing complex and interconnected challenges—from climate change to public health crises—solutions often require more than just expertise in a single field. Enter cross-disciplinary teams: groups of professionals from diverse backgrounds who bring their unique skills, perspectives, and knowledge…
Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges of our time. But what exactly is it? In simple terms, climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns, primarily caused by human activities like burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and…