Syra Sharif

According to a new report released Thursday by the Walk Free Foundation, it was found that an estimated 29.8 million people who are in modern slavery globally based on various factors and country status and highlights the areas which need…

The genre of dystopian fiction in literature is not new (The Giver, 1984). But it's certainly trending now, with apocalyptic TV shows and grimly movies everywhere you look. Perhaps it is human nature that we can't help but wonder, "What…

Online content thrives on what is relatable or easy to digest, making viral content something which is immensely popular. From online video to articles, there is always something which catches someone’s eyes and sets it apart from the rest. So how…

In the midst of voting on immigration reform, Congress is gearing up for its summer recess, though legislators are hopeful that a decision will be made on immigration reform before the July 4 vacation comes around. Many believe it is unlikely that…

Social media is an everyday presence for many, and the hashtag (made famous by Twitter) has been made iconic. We use hashtags to add to and further describe a status or any photo on social media, and this has helped the hashtag become one of the…

Extreme poverty is at a constant rate, in that it is unchanged despite government handouts and financial assistance programs. The World Bank defines extreme poverty as living on less than $1.25 a day, surviving on mostly food stamps or little or…

Depending on where you live, the weather is finally getting warmer. Summer is pretty much already here. Here are some sports which can be enjoyed during the warmer weather, or just simply an excuse to go outside or do something active.  Whether you…

Google Glass, which is currently being tested by developers, is not for children. While the product is still in early development, special caution is given to children, particularly those under 13 years of age as it could harm developing vision. The…

This week brought news of explosions and lives lost in Boston and West, Texas, bringing together communities and people of different backgrounds. There is some hope in that humanity is not a waste, especially when strangers help those in need. A…