by robbensh | Feb 5, 2020 | International Affairs, Rob Bensh
Today, it seems like coronavirus is everywhere in the news. One of the reasons this virus is such big news is that it’s novel. This type of coronavirus has never been observed anywhere in the world until this year. Another reason it’s been such a big deal...
by robbensh | Feb 2, 2020 | International Affairs, Rob Bensh
On January 31, 2020, the United Kingdom made history. On that date, the UK became the first country to ever leave the European Union. This move fulfilled the promise made about a referendum that was held years ago. It took over 1,100 days and multiple prime ministers...
by robbensh | Jan 5, 2020 | International Affairs, Rob Bensh
If you enjoy traveling, one of the best ways to get the most out of your international visits is to plan it in harmony with the time major sports events are taking place. Check into a hotel in whatever part of the world you visit, including the USA, a day or two...
by robbensh | Dec 30, 2019 | International Affairs, Rob Bensh
Tumultuous global conditions have effectively pressured many countries to evaluate their trade rules and trends. Stiff trade restrictions and high tariffs prevent free trade among nations and are often riddled with complex political motivations. Adjusting the scale on...
by robbensh | Dec 28, 2019 | International Affairs, Rob Bensh
Undoubtedly, 2019 was a year marked by widespread protests on a global scale. Driven by public responses to large-scale political corruption and harsh austerity measures, pushback against powerful regimes in countries such as China, Iran, and Chile has been one of the...
by robbensh | Nov 26, 2019 | International Affairs, Rob Bensh
The first of December is World AIDS Day, on which people around the world seek to increase awareness, share knowledge, and work together to end the HIV epidemic. This year’s theme is “Ending the HIV/AIDS Epidemic: Community by Community.” The first World AIDS Day was...
