Alumnav News blog posts
Misinformation & Misuse of User Data
By: Ribhav Gupta On social media platforms, the transmission of false information and disinformation is made possible by several causes. Social media’s information overflow creates a chaotic, overwhelming environment that makes it challenging for users to distinguish between fact and fiction. This opens channels for negative actors to disseminate false information, disproportionately harming underprivileged populations.…
The Silent Killer
Are Your Household Products Increasing Your Likelihood of Diabetes? By: Harsimranjit Nafriaan After your refreshing shower, you reach for your deodorants and perfumes to carry you throughout your day. However, these ‘life-saving’ utilities have ironically been claimed to be life-threatening. Do such products, along with many others, actually, have a causal relationship with the development…
The Hidden Cost of Fast Fashion
By: Alisha Bhogal Fast fashion refers to the area of the fashion industry that is geared towards producing the latest trends at relatively low prices. Many individuals relish being able to stay on top of the newest trends and not go over their spending limits. However, these large fashion companies have done an excellent job…