World News Wednesday: June 11–24th

Every Wednesday, we deliver a concise roundup of the most pressing international developments—war, policy, climate, human rights, and beyond—anchored in fact-based reporting and grounded in the values of compassion, justice, and truth. From headlines that dominate to stories that deserve more attention, World News Wednesday brings clarity to a chaotic world.

Conscious Critic

The Conscious Critic: Fable II

Where culture meets conscience.
From vintage films and indie games to chart-topping albums and museum walls, The Conscious Critic explores art through an animal rights and ethical lens—without losing the joy of the medium. Expect bold takes, retro gems, and the occasional raised eyebrow at speciesist tropes or eco-apocalyptic plotlines. Media matters. Let’s talk about why.

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

By The Vegan Hearth Few desserts capture the warmth of home quite like a soft, chewy oatmeal raisin cookie. This…

World in Turmoil and Transition

June Opens with Unrest, Conflict, and Breakthroughs From sweeping protests in Los Angeles to intensified warfare in Ukraine, the first…

World Environment Day 2025

The cost of convenience is life itself. End plastic pollution. To learn more about this year’s theme, host, and how…

This Month in Compassion

June 2025 Edition, By Brandy Whyne Walt-Rose, Editing Coordinator As the warmth of June settles in, so does a season…