The Silk Road, a nomenclature conceived in the 19th century by German cartographer Ferdinand von Richthofen, denotes the venerable network of commerce conduits that not only facilitated the barter of goods but also the fusion of cultures and philosophies between the Orient and the Occident. This labyrinthine array of routes, traversing myriad miles,
Comparative literature, nestled within the humanities, stands as a beacon for fostering cross-cultural enlightenment and intellectual acuity. This scholarly realm delves into literature transcending single language or national boundaries, embracing an array of literary traditions to excavate universal motifs and patterns. It employs a composite approach, weaving together a tapestry of literary works
Influencers, online retail and AI have created a new generation of customers for Sephora. TY Lim/Shutterstock Nisreen Ameen, Royal Holloway University of London Sephora, the French multinational retailer of personal care and beauty products, has made a comeback to the UK after an 18-year hiatus. The company’s return to the UK market with
Walter Dorn, Royal Military College of Canada As the world marks the 30th anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi ethnic group in Rwanda, it is important to understand what the international community could have done to prevent it. In one hundred days an estimated 600,000 to 800,000 Rwandans were killed. The
In today’s academic milieu, amidst the surging valorisation of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), the humanities are oft perceived as vestiges from an erstwhile epoch, relegated to the periphery. Such a perspective starkly belies the critical ethos the humanities instil, pivotal for navigating the labyrinthine realities of the contemporary epoch. Through meticulous
Sharon Fonn, University of the Witwatersrand and Marta Vicente-Crespo The challenge for universities is to produce graduates who can work with others to produce knowledge and research that can change institutions and societies for the better. That is the basis on which the Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (Carta) began developing
Nel contesto di frequenti turbolenze dei mercati economici e finanziari, le aziende, non solo italiane, stanno imparando a convivere aggiornando sempre più gli elementi del management in grado di minimizzare il rischio d’impresa. Ospite di Bruno Carenini, nel quinto episodio della quarta stagione di Windows Interview, è Claudio Gandini, Avvocato. Nel corso della
Within the labyrinthine nexus of international polity, the pivotal essence of Asia cannot be minimised. The continent’s vast geopolitical terrain unfolds as a vivid fresco, adorned by a rich tapestry of diplomatic interconnections, economic vigour, and a perpetually morphing presence upon the global stage. This discourse ventures into the kaleidoscopic position Asia occupies
The quintessence of benevolence dwells in the unselfish regard for the prosperity of others, a precept that has sculpted human societies across the ages. This discourse ventures into the craft of benevolence, scrutinising its importance, the function of philanthropic organisations, and how individuals might engage in this commendable endeavour. Understanding Benevolence: Defining Benevolence
In the northeastern Italian city of Trieste, a construction project intended as a model for Europe is getting underway. On the southeastern outskirts of the city, eight buildings with social housing dating from the early 1950s will be demolished and replaced by energy-efficient apartments. What’s more, green spaces will be created and existing