Miscellaneous

September 13, 2018

The Russians are not just aiming to influence political activities in the US. Rather, it’s extremely likely that they will soon target American civic society.

Conflict

Russia is cracking down on minority languages — but a resistance movement is growing

The Conversation

September 12, 2018

The Russian government has now adopted new amendments to an education bill that will make minority languages lessons in ethnic republics optional, and which limit their teaching to a maximum of two hours a week.

Commentary

People with disabilities bear the brunt of turf wars between conventional and online taxis

The Conversation

September 10, 2018

In an attempt to secure their market, conventional taxis enforce “red zones” — areas where online taxi drivers are barred from picking up passengers. This makes it difficult of people with disabilities to access transportation options

Commentary

Honoring Annan, McCain and others: Why eulogies have blind spots

The Conversation

September 03, 2018

The truth is that the interpretation of others’ legacies often reveals a great deal about us and our values. And is often less about the complexity of the lives of those with whom we engage.

Miscellaneous

Math explains why your bus route seems so unreliable

The Conversation

July 01, 2018

Bus bunching is real. Once a bus gets behind schedule, it's almost impossible for it to get back on track.