March 8 of each year marks the celebration of International Women’s Day. This special date serves as a reminder of […]
Society
Etymology: Origin of the Word “Manila”
Ever wondered how Manila got its name? There have been several assumptions and contentions relating to the origin of the […]
What is the Difference Between Sex and Gender and Why Does it Matter?
Several advocacy organizations, health researchers, and even international and supranational organizations have made substantial efforts to communicate the difference between […]
Causes of Traffic Congestion
Traffic congestion is a problem. No one likes being stuck in traffic. It is unproductive and costs individuals and businesses […]
Economic Costs of Inefficient Transportation
Transportation is critical for economic growth. But inefficiencies in transportation systems and traditional modes of transport have macroeconomic and microeconomic […]
Health Impacts of Transportation
Traditional transport endangers individual and overall public health. Current modes and systems of transportation also have health-related economic costs that […]
Examples of Sustainable Transport
Traditional transport has negative impacts on the environment offshoots, is a threat to public health, and has been linked to […]
Characteristics of Sustainable Cities: Models and Frameworks
Sustainable cities are futuristic cities proposed to promote sustainability. Note that urbanization has been linked to numerous negative offshoots including […]
Pros and Cons of Urbanization
Urbanization is one of the hallmarks of industrialization, modernization, and even globalization. The past decades have seen massive population growth, […]
The Shopping Cart Theory Explained
It was in 1937 when American supermarket chain owner Sylvan Goldman desired to replace shopping baskets with wheeled carts that […]
