RESEARCH ARTICLES

Are We Witnessing the Decline of the American Empire? 

July 21, 2024 - Written by: Nour Elkhawass

All great empires have eventually collapsed. From the Roman, Arab, and Ottoman Empires to the French, Dutch, and British Empires, all leading powers have experienced periods of rise, peak, and eventual decline, ultimately being replaced by the next rising power. What leads to the decline of an empire? This is a question researchers have long sought to understand. By zooming out and analyzing the rise and fall of numerous empires throughout history, consistent and revealing patterns emerge – patterns that we may be seeing unfold right before our eyes today. This paper aims to explore whether we are witnessing the decline of the American empire by examining the rise and fall of past empires.

The Paradox of Global Hunger 

March 11, 2024 - Written by: Nour Elkhawass

Despite our world producing enough food to feed 1.5 times the global population, a staggering 783 million people suffer from hunger, while 2.4 billion experience food insecurity. This paradox signifies the existence of systemic flaws within our global food systems. This article delves into the current state of global hunger and food insecurity, exploring its complex, interconnected causes, evaluating how the issue is being addressed today, and proposing potential solutions to help achieve “Zero Hunger”.