Zail DugalDiscovering Cuba: A Journey Beyond PropagandaIn January 2024, I finally took my long-awaited trip to Cuba, a place long closed off to American citizens. Drawn to controversial and…12h ago112h ago1
Zail DugalGreenwich Village’s History of RebellionGreenwich Village has long been a crucible of cultural experimentation and progressive thought. The roots of its bohemian spirit can be…5d ago25d ago2
Zail DugalThe Baltic States and the Threat of TrumpIn July 2023, I went on an unforgettable journey through the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. These small, yet culturally…Jun 122Jun 122
Zail DugalTo My Dead MotherThis is a poem I wrote to my mother on the anniversary of her death.Jun 811Jun 811
Zail DugalFor the Love of ElephantsWhen I was a little girl, the Disney animated movie Dumbo had a huge impact on my life. From the moment when Mrs. Jumbo was forcibly taken…Jun 56Jun 56
Zail DugalArt Can Evoke Great EmotionsDuring my recent trip to the Benelux countries, I experienced a special moment in Ghent, Belgium. Seeing a particular piece of art that I…May 297May 297
Zail DugalCelebrating the 75th Anniversary of KeukenhofAmidst a vibrant sea of colors and fragrant blooms, I found myself immersed in the enchanting atmosphere of Keukenhof, celebrating its…May 226May 226
Zail DugalThe Power of CaringWe all possess a unique power — the power to make the world a better place. Whether through small acts of kindness in our daily…May 157May 157
Zail DugalUpholding Free Speech: College Students’ Right to Peaceful ProtestUniversities serve as hubs for intellectual discourse, critical thinking, and the exchange of ideas. Central to this environment is the…May 83May 83
Zail DugalThe Perils of Quietly QuittingIn the workforce’s post pandemic era, there exists a silent phenomenon: quietly quitting. It’s the act of disengaging from your job without…May 1May 1