Zain is a writer, musician, composer and sound designer. He studied Journalism at the University of Pretoria majoring in Anthropology. Zain is passionate about politics, technology and of course, music.
A faded childhood photograph has recently had the internet in a frenzy. The image, which features a young, blond-haired boy with wide, searching eyes, has become a viral sensation. This is not because of the photo’s composition, but because of who the child would grow up to become. That little boy, once just another face...
In the height of the COVID pandemic, social interaction became severely limited, turning to social media for human connection. From as simple as catching up with loved ones to as intimate as companionship, online platforms became increasingly important to provide connection. However, with the medium shift in connection and intimacy, comes a shift in our...
Becoming a new blessed parent definitely has its worries and concerns. The outside world is wonderful and, at times, terrifying, especially for newborns. From diseases and dangerous environments, the world can seem like a deadly place for a baby to exist. However, it’s comforting to know that even though the world seems like a contentious...
In an unprecedented effort to combat child sexual exploitation, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the results of Operation Restore Justice. This coordinated nationwide child predator crackdown resulted in the rescue of 115 children and the arrest of 205 alleged child sexual abuse offenders. The operation, conducted over 5 days, involved all 55...
President Donald J. Trump’s April 23, 2025, executive order, “Preparing Americans for High-Paying Skilled Trade Jobs of the Future,” initiates a massive shift of U.S. education and labor policy. This initiative, which arrives in tandem with Trump’s aggressive new tariffs aimed at reviving domestic manufacturing, marks a move away from the traditional “college for all”...
The flu, or influenza, is a respiratory infection caused by a virus that affects the nose, throat, and lungs. Common symptoms include fever, body aches, fatigue, and upper respiratory issues such as cough, congestion, or sore throat. A person is contagious when symptoms are present and can potentially spread the flu even before noticing symptoms....
