I think of this quote every time it feels like something I really enjoyed – whether it be a vacation, birthday party or concert – finishes. But does anything really ever end? Sure, I will soon hand over the reins of Editor-in-Chief, graduate from high school and move on to university, but does that mean that my journey with Harbingers’ is truly over?

The Islamic Regime in Iran is facing immense pressure from anti-government protests that have spread across all 31 of the country’s provinces, starting on 28 December 2025. The catalyst was a collapse in the country’s currency value, though the protesters’ grievances have culminated due to decades of political oppression and human rights violations.

My favourite part about being Editor-In-Chief of Harbingers’ Magazine has been working closely and forging relationships with writers from all over the world. This year, I was even able to visit the Nepali Newsroom team in person at the Mountain Children Home in Kathmandu, and meet members of our Sri Lankan Newsroom in Galle and Colombo.

The war began when Hamas attacked Israel on 7 October 2023, killing about 1,200 people and taking 251 hostages (83 were killed, 168 were returned alive to Israel). Since then, Israel’s death toll has risen to nearly 2,000 including Israeli Defense Force (IDF) soldiers, and 100,000 displaced.

This August, I spent two weeks in Peru, and I didn’t see Machu Picchu. Rather, I stayed in the capital, Lima, for a specific purpose: I was going to volunteer at Centro Ann Sullivan Del Perú (CASP).

As Editor-in-Chief of Harbingers’ Magazine, I was honoured to have the experience of visiting the Mountain Children Home in Kathmandu, Nepal. Since 2023, some of the Home’s 40 children have been working hard as Harbingers’ Nepali Newsroom, producing numerous articles on a wide range of topics.

Next Monday, 28 April, Canada goes to the polls, after Mark Carney called a snap federal election, just days after he was sworn in as the country’s new prime minister. The election is being held months earlier than the traditional date of the third Monday in October

After ten years, Justin Trudeau’s leadership of Canada is coming to an end. But does Trudeau’s resignation mean the end of Liberal control of Canada? Currently, the Conservative Party, led by Pierre Poilievre, is ahead in the polls, at around 39%, with the Liberal Party on 29%

During his campaign, Trump claimed he would revitalise the US economy, pointing to lower prices of goods during his previous presidency as evidence. As a result, many Americans voted for him in hopes of solving their financial struggles. What policies did they endorse? How effective will “Trumponomics” be?

The global supply chain for semiconductors is at great risk due to current Chinese aggression in the Taiwan Strait, the crucial body of water separating the island of Taiwan from mainland China

The result of the 2024 US presidential election lies in the hands of just seven states: Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. These are considered swing states because the margins between whether they will vote Democratic or Republican are very narrow, meaning they could swing either way

Biden suffered multiple word mistakes while giving a press conference alongside the closing day of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) summit in Washington, furthering the question as to whether he is fit for another four years as US President

A namesake can be positive, as it is a constant reminder of someone important to one’s parents. However, it does not always play out the way one’s parents thought it would, oftentimes being a burden to the child to live up to certain expectations

While accidents such as aeroplane crashes are rare, with the resources that Boeing has and the pressure from the US government and the public, one can hope that these unfortunate events will be limited in the future

With clips going viral and concerns all over social media, it seems that many Democrats have come to a similar conclusion following the recent presidential debate on June 27; Biden is too old and not in the right mind to run the country for the next four years

Almost 40% of small or midsized businesses say they rely on TikTok in order to be able to keep running. A ban could put a huge number of businesses at risk and threaten thousands of jobs

“The cultural and ceremonial aspects of Kendo hold great importance. Kendo represents not only a sport or technique but also embodies a martial art rooted in rich history and tradition. It reflects the enduring spirit passed down through generations”

From completely banning alcohol to lowering the legal drinking age to 18, to raising it again to 21, nothing seems to solve US alcoholism. I feel that creating any type of concrete barrier creates desire for youth, it creates a natural incentive to want it more

In the past, MLS in the US has not been taken seriously in the football world. However, with the help of Messi bringing the media and football stars’ attention, change is seemingly on the horizon

Conflict in the Middle East has entered its fifth week after the US and Israel launched large-scale airstrikes on Iran. Since then, the situation has escalated significantly, with direct military confrontation between key powers increasing the risk of a wider regional war and a potential global economic crisis.

In the beginning of March every year, Harbingers’ Magazine changes its Editorial Board. The editors of the 2025-cohort were Noah Saphier, Charlotte Wejchert, Hesandi Ravisinghe, Lola Kadas, Sofia Vorobei, Arnav Maheshwari, and Klara Hammudeh.

2025 in politics has largely been dominated by the Donald J. Trump and the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine. While revising the Politics section’s work over the last year, I noticed how successful Harbingers’ writers have been in keeping distance from unimportant, short-lived feuds between politicians. Instead of describing antagonising events, we managed to keep our focus on the big picture.

What are human rights? One of Harbingers’ writers, Helena Bruździak, answered this question recently in her piece about this term, which is tossed around left to right. It’s also the name of our section.

Just a few seconds after takeoff from Ahmedabad on 12 June, Air India Flight AI171, bound for London Gatwick, crashed into a residential area, killing 241 of the 242 people on board as well as dozens on the ground. The disaster involved Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner, long regarded as the crown jewel of the aviation firm’s commercial fleet and a plane that, until now, had a flawless safety record.

While social isolation may be present worldwide, there is a specific phenomenon in Japan called hikikomori, which means, according to the dictionary, “the extreme avoidance of social contact, especially by adolescent males”.

The Danish government is restricting the kinds of alcohol those under 18 can purchase.
Previously, 16- to 17-year olds could buy beer, wine and spirits; since 1 April, they can only buy beer or lower-alcohol drinks, up to 6% by volume. Now, you have to be 18 or older to buy drinks with an alcohol content of more than 6%.

As I and the rest of the 2024 editorial board are also spending our final few days at Harbingers’ Magazine, I thought it was fitting for us to have a little celebration of our work over the past year. This is in no way a complete or conclusive set of thoughts and opinions from everyone involved, but just a few musings, which I believe the staff and our readers might appreciate and have a laugh at

As Donald Trump returns to the White House, America’s 34 million small businesses are bracing for what comes next, with a mix of optimism and uncertainty.

This has been a turbulent year in terms of economic news. With many transitions of leadership across the world, from elections in the UK and the US to new leaders being named in Vietnam and Senegal, the economy has followed suit in its many fluctuations and uncertainties over 2024

On Tuesday November 5, at 6am ET, polling stations will open throughout the United States, and 240 million Americans will be eligible to elect the 47th president of the US (together with the vice president) and also who will take all 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 34 of the 100 seats in the Senate

Four months before the election and almost a month after a disappointing performance during a debate, President Joe Biden withdrew from the race for the second term in the White House and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris.

Two days after an assassination attempt on Donald J. Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, the ex-president took the stage at the National Republican Convention.

Despite the widespread use of the app, the safety and security of TikTok has been contested and recently questioned by the US government. Concerns have also been raised about the economic and cultural impacts of a potential ban since 46% of adults believe the ban challenges the idea of free speech

As the elections rapidly approach November 5, the world awaits Biden’s plans to not only defend his position on the ballot against his party but also secure the presidency

The Danish capital, Copenhagen, has gained publicity among young people as a vacation hotspot and for its unique fashion sense. But what cultural differences in Denmark might catch you off guard?

Nineteen Eighty-Four drew inspiration from the rise of totalitarian regimes by frightening readers with the threat of surveillance and loss of privacy. But what does that say about society today, where almost everyone has phones, tablets, computers, and smartwatches