by Global Sherpa | Feb 24, 2011 | Environment, Travel
From great snorkeling and diving to blood-pumping jungle hiking to ancient Mayan sites and ruins, the little Central American country of Belize packs in a wealth of exciting and memorable travel adventures. Along the way, lucky visitors experience pristine,...
by Global Sherpa | Feb 24, 2011 | Belize, Quiz, Travel
Our Belize quiz tests your knowledge of interesting, fun facts and trivia about this beautiful Central American country on the Caribbean Sea! The quiz has 10 questions. Your score, correct answers, and explanations appear at the end. Enjoy! [QUIZZIN 6] Related...
by Global Sherpa | Feb 17, 2011 | Egypt, Foreign Policy
The toppling of governments in Egypt and Tunisia sparked protests across Arab countries in Africa and the Middle East leaving us hanging on the question of what will happen next? We examine the Economist’s Shoe-thrower’s Index and alternate approaches to ranking...
by Global Sherpa | Feb 4, 2011 | Aid & Development
World food prices rose to an all-time high last month, according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). Oxfam warns another food crisis could strike in a matter of months at current levels. Rising food prices help fuel the ongoing discontent, unrest and...
by Global Sherpa | Feb 2, 2011 | Blog, Environment
If you want to have some fun seeing firsthand how the polar bears are faring in their native Arctic habitat, keep an eye out for a new wildlife documentary called “Polar Bear: Spy on the Ice” from Director John Downer and the BBC. The film recently aired in the U.K....