DHS ‘American Progress’ Post Sparks Debate on History, Empire, and White Womanhood
A recent social media post by the Department of Homeland Security featuring the 19th-century painting “American Progress” has ignited a significant public debate, challenging prevailing narratives about…
Hawaii’s Mount Kaala Gondola Sparks Cultural Tourism vs. Mass Development Debate
The proposed Mount Kaala gondola project on O‘ahu’s North Shore embodies a contentious clash between conventional mass tourism development and the community’s demand for culturally respectful, sustainable…
Savages Film Review: Unpacking Indigenous Rights and Eco-Justice
Despite its charming visual style and engaging narrative, “Savages” emerges as a profoundly political animated film. It meticulously explores the critical issues of Indigenous rights and the…
Himalayan Lepchas Face Uncertain Future After Devastating Dam Collapse
In the majestic yet precarious Himalayan region, a dire humanitarian and ecological crisis continues to unfold, nearly two years after a catastrophic glacial lake outburst flood obliterated…