Karem Wintourd Penn, Author at Miami time press

United Arab Emirates: CSR supporting social innovation and a responsible energy transition

Social Responsibility

How CSR in UAE Boosts Social Innovation & Energy Transition

Karem Wintourd Penn

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has long stood as both a leading producer of hydrocarbons and a swiftly evolving, globally integrated economy, and this dual role heightens the importance of…

Science and Technology

Why NASA sent ‘organ chips’ of the Artemis II crew into space

Karem Wintourd Penn

A new lunar expedition is not only ferrying astronauts but also moving live biological specimens created to uncover how space conditions influence the human body, offering breakthroughs that may transform…

Nissan Hopes that its Queerty DRIVEN Campaign will Yield LGBTQ+ Customer Affinity via Allyship

Social Responsibility

Nissan’s DRIVEN Campaign: Allyship for LGBTQ+ Customer Connection

Karem Wintourd Penn

A digital initiative that weaves narrative techniques, meaningful representation, and branded storytelling has earned recognition across the industry. By centering genuine voices from the LGBTQ+ community, the project demonstrates how…

Wall Street sank on Iran war fears. Now it’s surging. Here’s why

Investments and Business

Wall Street’s Resilience: After Iran War Concerns

Karem Wintourd Penn

Markets have rebounded sharply after recent volatility, with major indices recovering losses linked to geopolitical tensions. Investor optimism, however, continues to coexist with lingering uncertainty surrounding global events.Over the past…

What is distinctive about Honolulu’s mix of Asian, Polynesian, and American influences?

USA

Honolulu’s Cultural Crossroads: Asian, Polynesian & American Influences Defined

Karem Wintourd Penn

What makes Honolulu’s cultural mix distinctiveHonolulu’s character arises from a long history of intertwined Asian migration, Native Hawaiian and wider Polynesian traditions, and American political, economic, and cultural forces. What…

How do Americans engage with local government: city councils, school boards, elections?

USA

US Volunteering Habits: How Americans Engage in Community Service

Karem Wintourd Penn

Volunteering and community service form a core element of civic life in the United States, where people lend their time and expertise through faith-based organizations, nonprofits, schools, civic groups, private…

Congress returns to battles over DHS, expelling lawmakers and the Iran war

USA

High Stakes: Congress Tackles DHS, Expulsion, Iran War

Karem Wintourd Penn

Congress returns to a packed agenda shaped by stalled homeland security funding, competing immigration strategies, ethics investigations involving multiple lawmakers, and renewed debate over U.S. military posture toward Iran, all…

What defines Asheville, North Carolina in craft culture and mountain living?

USA

Asheville’s Unique Charm: Craft Culture & Mountain Life

Karem Wintourd Penn

Asheville sits where a vigorous craft culture and Appalachian mountain life intersect. The city’s identity is shaped by geography, a long artisan lineage, and a modern wave of makers, chefs,…

Russia: How investors evaluate sanctions exposure and indirect supply-chain risk

Investments and Business

Investors’ Guide: Russia Sanctions & Indirect Supply-Chain Risk

Karem Wintourd Penn

The Russian Federation is a unique case for investors because sanctions are extensive, dynamic, and enforced by major jurisdictions with extra-territorial reach. Beyond direct assets and revenue exposure, companies face…