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…·5 min read·12 hours ago--1--1
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…·3 min read·5 days ago--2--2
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…·4 min read·Jun 12, 2024--2--2
Zail DugalTo My Dead MotherThis is a poem I wrote to my mother on the anniversary of her death.·2 min read·Jun 8, 2024--11--11
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…·4 min read·Jun 5, 2024--6--6
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…·3 min read·May 29, 2024--7--7
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…·4 min read·May 22, 2024--6--6
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…·5 min read·May 15, 2024--7--7
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…·4 min read·May 8, 2024--3--3
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…·6 min read·May 1, 2024----