Reflection on “How Hot Will It Get?” part of the Science at the Theater series, hosted by Berkeley Lab, April 22, 2013. WARNING: If you are not prepared for the awful truth, do not read further. On April 22, 2013, Berkeley Lab hosted a talk titled “How Hot Will It Get” as part of their … Continue reading
What Will Happen After 2015?
April 5, 2013 marked the 1000-day milestone for the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The United Nations Association of the United States of America hosted a conference call with Minh-Thu Pham, Public Policy Director at United Nations Foundation, focusing on the future of the Millennium Development Goals after 2015. Before determining the Post-2015 Development Agenda, high … Continue reading
Cracking the Deadlock on Iran’s Nuclear Program
The solution between the United States and Iran’s nuclear stance is a political puzzle inside a riddle wrapped in an enigma. Despite years of sanctions, political talks, scientific researches, and military threats, resolving the nuclear dispute in the region is happening at a glacial pace. The good news is that there is a chance for … Continue reading
2013 World Water Day
This year’s World Water Day, March 22, 2013, is titled International Year of Water Cooperation. Water cooperation, as defined by UN Water: The fulfillment of basic human needs, our environment, socio-economic development and poverty reduction are all heavily dependent on water. Good management of water is especially challenging due to some of its unique characteristics: … Continue reading
Dr. Helen Caldicott Presentation in Philadelphia (March 15, 2013)
Presented by Coalition for Peace Action Dr. Helen Caldicott Friday, March 15 7:00-9:00 pm Friends Center 1501 Cherry St., Philadelphia, PA 19102 Free and Open to the Public, reservations requested RSVP by clicking here and using the Register section at the bottom Dr. Helen Caldicott Presentation and Book Signing on Friday, March 15 from 7:00-9:00 pm at Friends Center, 1501 Cherry St., Philadelphia, PA 19102. Available for purchase: Dr. Caldicott … Continue reading