Laura Marie

Mar 21, 2025 | zupyak.com | Akshay Roy |Shailesh Rajpal |Laura Marie |Sophia Harper

Cap Symbol Leadership: The Mythical Origins of the Aries Godhood CapThe Aries Godhood Cap, a symbol deeply rooted in mythology, represents more than just a piece of headwear. It signifies the embodiment of leadership, authority, and divine power. In ancient lore, the cap was believed to be worn by gods and leaders, granting them wisdom and strength. This mythical origin has shaped the way societies perceive leadership, intertwining the cap's symbolism with the qualities expected of a leader.

Feb 8, 2025 | globalvoices.org | Elías Haig |Laura Marie

Having grown up in north-central Venezuela, with our notion of extreme cold is 15 degrees Celsius, suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), or the infamous “seasonal depression,” is one of the strangest experiences I have ever had. As a kid, I never imagined a day ending at 4:27 p.m., let alone believe that reduced daylight hours could make everything look so gray, literally and figuratively.

Feb 7, 2025 | tolerance.ca | Laura Marie

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Feb 7, 2025 | globalvoices.org | Mamisoa Raveloaritiana |Laura Marie

This article was published as part of the Climate Justice in Africa Training. Although Madagascar is very rich in biodiversity, it remains particularly vulnerable to the damage caused by global warming. This damage has a devastating impact on ecosystems and local communities. Because of its geographical location and remoteness, Madagascar is home to some unique flora and fauna. More than 80 percent of its species are endemic.

Feb 2, 2025 | globalvoices.org | Jean de Dieu SOVON |Laura Marie

In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the proliferation of criminal youth gangs is at an all-time high. The government has thereby made the death penalty part of its strategy to combat urban violence. In this country, these youth gangs are known as “Kulunas” or “urban bandits.” This term refers to youths aged between 15 and 30 who form armed gangs that threaten, extort, mutilate, and sometimes kill Congolese citizens.