Parker MakdonaldUnveiling Shadows: The Silent Crisis of Bride Kidnapping in KyrgyzstanIn the heart of Central Asia, a silent crisis unfolds. An age-old tradition, “ala kachuu,” or bride kidnapping, continues to cast a long…Dec 13, 2023Dec 13, 2023
Parker MakdonaldShaping the Narrative: My Growth as a WriterAs a communication major, I have always been passionate about writing for media.Dec 13, 2023Dec 13, 2023
Parker MakdonaldAmerican Skater Ava Ziegler Takes Gold Amidst Inspiring Performances at NHK TrophyIn a stunning display of athletic prowess and grace, American figure skater Ava Marie Ziegler clinched her first Grand Prix title at the…Dec 5, 2023Dec 5, 2023
Parker MakdonaldDr. Stone: Blending Science Education with Post-Apocalyptic AdventureDr. Stone is a standout addition to the pantheon of science fiction storytelling, an anime that explores what would happen if everything…Dec 5, 2023Dec 5, 2023
Parker MakdonaldConcerns Raised by SOU Student Lisha Pinalto Shine a Light on School’s Troubling PracticesLisha Pinalto, a student at SOU, has brought to the forefront alarming issues within the institution. Their revelations expose a…Oct 24, 2023Oct 24, 2023
Parker MakdonaldJackson County Debates Psilocybin Ordinance Amid Strong Public OpinionsA pivotal debate unfolded during the Jackson County Commission’s meeting about a proposed ordinance to prohibit psilocybin manufacturers…Oct 17, 2023Oct 17, 2023
Parker MakdonaldSweetums Ultimatum Dominates Pawnee City Council DebateTensions ran high during today’s city council debate as Bobby Newport, Senior Vice President of Sweetums Candy Company, delivered a…Oct 17, 2023Oct 17, 2023
Parker MakdonaldThe Toll of the Migrant Crisis – Death at the Rio GrandeBarbed wire at the Rio Grande river has been causing issues at the border of the U.S. and Mexico as officials argue about policy.Oct 10, 2023Oct 10, 2023
Parker MakdonaldAre Indian Officials Restricting Press Freedom?The Indian government appears to be conducting a campaign of harassment on independent journalists in the subcontinent.Oct 3, 2023Oct 3, 2023
Parker MakdonaldMy passions, ambitions, and interestsI am a freelance artist and writer from Central Asia. I’m currently studying Communications and Media at the University of Central Asia and…Oct 3, 2023Oct 3, 2023