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How do we control college buffet-style on the road to food waste reduction in the united states?
Two years ago, while studying and working with the sustainability department of South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD, USA, we conducted a food waste audit. The audit revealed that the buffet-style dining area at The Commons had a significantly higher percentage of food waste compared to the a la carte style at the Union area, despite the high number of restaurants (4) at the union. Students gather around a busy buffet line This audit finding is consistent with the U

Chrisantus Wamalwa
Dec 4, 20252 min read


Why Raila Odinga’s Vision Outlived His Victories
Raila Amolo Odinga has never been easy to box in. Table of Contents The making of a dissident Visionary ideals: Democracy, Social justice, & Constitutionalism Pan‑Africanism and infrastructure A mirror of Kenya’s promises and contradictions Why his vision outlived his victories 1. Institutional reforms and constitutional legacy 2. Normalising protest and opposition politics 3. Pan‑African infrastructure and continental connectivity 4. The Pan‑African imagination 5. Mentorship

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Oct 17, 202511 min read


Why is Gen Z redefining success and rejecting traditional career paths?
Remember when success meant a crisp handshake, a gold watch, and a cubicle that slowly morphed into a corner office? Gen Z just swiped...

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Jun 17, 20253 min read


Why Israel Views Iran as an Existential Threat
A volatile confrontation between Israel and Iran threatens the stability of an entire region. For Israel, Iran is not just a rival; it...

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Jun 16, 20257 min read


Why Recycling Programs Fail (Even When People Care)
Recycling fails not because people don’t care, but because the system keeps acting like a used-car lot - good promises, dodgy parts, and...

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May 16, 20255 min read


Why Public Transport Thrives in Some Cities and Fails Miserably in Others
Imagine a city where public transport is so efficient, you could set your watch by the bus arrivals. Now, contrast that with a city where...

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May 16, 20255 min read


Why TikTok Knows More About You Than Your Doctor Does
In the digital age, your smartphone may know more about your health than your doctor does. With TikTok's algorithm tracking your every...

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May 7, 20252 min read


Why Should You Follow the Papal Conclave?
The election of a pope is more than a religious event - it’s a moment where history, faith, and global attention collide. Few ceremonies carry the same weight of tradition, secrecy, and spiritual significance as the papal conclave, where cardinals gather to choose the next leader of the world’s 1.3 billion Catholics. Whether you’re a devout believer, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about one of the oldest continuous institutions in the world, the conclave offers a ra

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May 7, 20254 min read


Why does social media feel like both connection and isolation?
Scrolling through Instagram, you see friends laughing at a party you weren’t invited to. Moments later, a Reddit thread about your niche...

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Apr 16, 20254 min read


Why do traditions persist — even when we outgrow them?
Every year, Americans spend $2 billion on Halloween costumes for pets. Meanwhile, millions still debate whether pineapple belongs on...

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Apr 16, 20254 min read
Why is cancel culture more about fear than justice?
A single tweet can end a career in minutes. But does accountability thrive in the age of cancel culture—or does fear? From boardrooms to...

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Apr 16, 20254 min read
Why do we judge people before we understand them?
The human brain can identify a stranger as a "threat" in just 0.1 seconds. Yet understanding their story? That often takes years — or...

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Apr 16, 20253 min read
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