by robbensh | Mar 1, 2020 | International Affairs, Rob Bensh
Although today’s commercial airplanes transport thousands of people around the world every day, those trips are from short when flying over any ocean or continent. Some flights take more than half a day to complete and still require a transfer. However, the...
by robbensh | Feb 21, 2020 | International Affairs, Rob Bensh
There is currently an ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen, according to BBC. At present, 6.7 million Yemenis are at immediate risk of falling into a state of famine due to the last three years of civil war between Houthi rebels and Saudi-backed coalition forces....
by robbensh | Feb 12, 2020 | International Affairs, Rob Bensh
As the host for the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tokyo is gearing up for an exciting year. The Japanese capital is putting the finishing touches on its plans for the Olympics while it prepares for millions of guests. Unlike some of the former Olympic hosts, Tokyo is already...
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 | 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...