May 8, 2018 The Muslim holy month of Ramadan begins on Tuesday, May 15 and will end on Thursday, June 14 (these dates can vary slightly between countries and branches of Islam). During this time, more than 1.5 billion Muslims around the world will mark the month, during which believers… read more
Protests: Nicaragua and South Africa
April 23, 2018 Nicaragua Over the past weekend, protests against the changes to social security contributions and pension plans resulted in clashes between activists, as well as between police and protesters. The worst violence was reported in Managua, where police and military personnel were deployed to several locations, including the… read more
Measles in Europe
April 20, 2018 Measles is an ongoing health issue in Europe, and this year’s disease activity reflects a continuation of outbreaks that began in 2017 (or earlier). “Measles starts with fever, runny nose, cough, red eyes, and sore throat. It’s followed by a rash that spreads over the body. Measles… read more
Nowruz, Holy Week, Passover, and Easter
March 14, 2018 The spring is known for bright colors and wonderful holidays that are filled with cultural and religious traditions, including Nowruz, Holy Week, Passover, and Easter. These are widely celebrated by millions of people all over the world. Nowruz Nowruz (Nevruz) is a festival commonly recognized as the… read more
Spring Break
March 9, 2018 It’s the time of year when millions of college-age students flock to the beaches of the U.S., while others may plan an international adventure. Everyone plans for a great vacation without thinking of the potential safety and security issues that can arise. It is important, no matter… read more
Winter Storm Emma: France, Ireland, UK, and Switzerland
March 1, 2018 Winter Storm Emma has carried severe snow and ice from eastern Russia and is expected to continue causing significant travel disruption across Western Europe until at least 2 March 2018. The storm has caused several airports in Scotland, Ireland, and Switzerland to close on 1 March. There have been… read more
