Weekdays, Month Day, Year 00 °c Log In Politics Prospect of the Insurging Artificial Intelligence Technology Politics AI chatbots have deeply penetrated people’s daily lives. Share 1/10/2025 Daniel Jo Share 2024 has marked the advancement of artificial intelligence and its developments. Nowadays, AI has become a necessary companion for a lot of us. Starting from ChatGPT—a simple chatbot powered by AI in 2022—AI technology has evolved to be more accessible for the users that it has deeply infiltrated into their lives. Within the context of images, audio, videos, and improved text, it certainly makes our jobs and everyday lives very easy to go through. Now, with ChatGPT and many other similar AI chatbots like Google’s very own Gemini following it behind, the technology industry is competing to develop a more convenient, easier AI technology. And for sure, the competition will continue to intensify in 2025. With the AI revolution in full swing ahead, tasks that once required heavy hours of human labor are now swiftly handled by AI systems. Even complex challenges thought to be an exclusive domain of human expertise, are now being tackled by increasingly sophisticated AI models. Still, such an advance requires continued effort from the ones who build and develop those models, which are AI companies like OpenAI, Google, and so on. The dawn of artificial intelligence—now smart enough to communicate like human beings—will come with a much higher responsibility. Even now, before the increasing advancement of AI chatbots, security concerns regarding personal information that artificial intelligence is now handling have already been under debate. Now, the stakes are much higher, since everyone can easily access, work, and talk through the AI chatbots. Such concerns, including ethical AI usage and bias in algorithms, must be addressed very seriously with robust privacy and security frameworks. AI will for sure revolutionize everyone’s lives, but it remains a task to be solved about how it will be set for the better—or for the worse. Works Cited Hunt, Katie. “‘A Sort of Superpower’: Unexpected Revelations Made Possible by Ai in 2024.” CNN , Cable News Network, 21 Dec. 2024, edition.cnn.com/2024/12/21/science/artificial-intelligence-ai-science-2024/index.html . Reuters. “Microsoft Plans to Invest $80 Billion on AI-Enabled Data Centers in Fiscal 2025 | CNN Business.” CNN , Cable News Network, 3 Jan. 2025, edition.cnn.com/2025/01/03/tech/microsoft-ai-data-centers/index.html . Towfighi, John. “Google’s New AI Tool Uses Image Prompts Instead of Text | CNN Business.” CNN, Cable News Network, 17 Dec. 2024, edition.cnn.com/2024/12/17/business/google-ai-whisk-image-prompts/index.html . > News Robinson Review Favorites A Review of Alternative Bottleless Water Ooho Dongha Kim Three Reasons Why the U.S. Shot Down the Chinese Spy Balloon Seunghyeon Lee How Truly Significant Is the Collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank on the U.S. Economy? Songi Chai, Yubin Cho, Seohyun Jang.. Joe Biden's Signing of the Respect for Marriage Act Becomes A Turning Point in the Fight for LGBTQ+ Rights As the Birth Rate Issue Emerges in China, CNN’s Recent Report May Shine Light on a New Vision of Politics Seoun Kim The New Fossil Fuel: Lithium Yubin Cho Yubin Cho Trending on Robinson Review As Economic Growth Slows, Retail Sales in March Decreases Joe Biden's Signing of the Respect for Marriage Act Becomes A Turning Point in the Fight for LGBTQ+ Right Vaseline on Your Face? Four Tips That Others Don’t Know The Controversy Behind Netflix “Dahmer–Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” General About Us Staff Events My account Popular sections Politics Economics Science Arts Other sections Opinion Magazine Games Contact Us Contact Us Social media Advertise With Us COOKIE PREFERENCES PRIVACY POLICY TERMS OF USE Markets data delayed by at least 15 minutes. © Robinson Review 2023. R and ‘Robinson Review’ are trademarks of Robinson Review. Robinson Review and its journalism are subject to a self-regulation regime under the Robinson Editorial Code of Practice.

Weekdays, Month Day, Year 00 °c Log In Politics Serbian Protest- Repetition of the history Politics The student-led protest of Serbia fills the entire street. Share 3/16/2025 Jiwoo (Jade) Kim Share 2025 March 16th, BBC reported Serbia’s largest-ever protest rally against the government; independent monitor reported 325,000 and more while the government reported 107,000, making it the largest protest ever in Serbia. Considering the population of Serbia which is 6,700,000, about 1 of 20 people have been attending the protest rally. The rally was led by the outrage against the corrupt government. In November of 2024, an incident where citizens were injured by the collapsing ceiling at the northern Serbian city Novi Sad’s train station. This raised the question about the proper usage of construction fees set by the government, thus leading to the investigation process. The investigation process revealed the government official’s attempt to conceal the fact that they proceeded with an unsafe method of construction. The liberal/progressive government of Serbia continued since 2012. 2025 isn’t the only year that the protest rally occurred. From 2017 protests followed by the 2018-2020 protests and the 2020-2022 protests are lists of Serbian protests that were big enough to be noticeable; the protests have been happening since 2017 and so on every day. Why are the protests endless in Serbia? Nothing but the governmental conflict answers this question. Despite the citizens’ concerns and voice against the government, nothing has changed since. The Serbian government and the protest shows the exemplary case of how the distrust against the government repeatedly continues over time. Works Cited Borger, Julian. “Serbians Stage Huge Protest in Belgrade against Their President.” The Guardian , The Guardian, 15 Mar. 2025, www.theguardian.com/global/2025/mar/15/serbians-stage-huge-protest-in-belgrade-against-their-president. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025. Launey, Guy De. “Serbia’s Largest-Ever Rally Sees 325,000 Protest against Government.” Bbc.com , BBC News, 15 Mar. 2025, www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2g8v32q30o. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025. Higgins, Andrew. “Protest against Serbian Leader Draws over 100,000 in Biggest Crowd Yet.” The New York Times , 15 Mar. 2025, www.nytimes.com/2025/03/15/world/europe/serbia-protest-president-vucic.html. Hehir, Aidan. “Serbian Election: Another Win for the Serbian Progressive Party Will Threaten Peace in Europe.” The Conversation , 11 Dec. 2023, theconversation.com/serbian-election-another-win-for-the-serbian-progressive-party-will-threaten-peace-in-europe-219434. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025. > News Robinson Review Favorites A Review of Alternative Bottleless Water Ooho Dongha Kim Three Reasons Why the U.S. Shot Down the Chinese Spy Balloon Seunghyeon Lee How Truly Significant Is the Collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank on the U.S. Economy? Songi Chai, Yubin Cho, Seohyun Jang.. Joe Biden's Signing of the Respect for Marriage Act Becomes A Turning Point in the Fight for LGBTQ+ Rights As the Birth Rate Issue Emerges in China, CNN’s Recent Report May Shine Light on a New Vision of Politics Seoun Kim The New Fossil Fuel: Lithium Yubin Cho Yubin Cho Trending on Robinson Review As Economic Growth Slows, Retail Sales in March Decreases Joe Biden's Signing of the Respect for Marriage Act Becomes A Turning Point in the Fight for LGBTQ+ Right Vaseline on Your Face? Four Tips That Others Don’t Know The Controversy Behind Netflix “Dahmer–Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” General About Us Staff Events My account Popular sections Politics Economics Science Arts Other sections Opinion Magazine Games Contact Us Contact Us Social media Advertise With Us COOKIE PREFERENCES PRIVACY POLICY TERMS OF USE Markets data delayed by at least 15 minutes. © Robinson Review 2023. R and ‘Robinson Review’ are trademarks of Robinson Review. Robinson Review and its journalism are subject to a self-regulation regime under the Robinson Editorial Code of Practice.

Weekdays, Month Day, Year 00 °c Log In Politics Through a Refugee’s Eyes and Voice Politics Share 05/02/2025 Juan Lim and Iris (Chaeri) Kang Share Syria’s Past, Present, and Future Through a Refugee’s Eyes Juan Lim The Rise of Syrian Dictatorship In 1963, the Arab Socialist Ba'ath Party came to power through a military coup, marking the beginning of authoritarian rule in Syria. They quickly turned the country into a one-party state, suppressing political opposition and taking control of nearly every part of society, from politics to education and culture. In 1970, Hafez al-Assad, an Alawite military officer, led what was called the "Corrective Revolution." He eliminated rival Ba’athists and secured his position as president in 1971. His rule was marked by absolute control and surveillance. The Assad Legacy Following Hafez al-Assad's death in 2000, his son, Bashar al-Assad, became the president. Bashar's regime continued the authoritarian practices of his father. In 2011, during the Arab Spring, pro-democracy protests erupted across Syria, demanding an end to the Assad family's rule. The government's violent reaction soon turned into a civil war. A personal account from La Yeonu, a Syrian refugee, captures the fear and pressure many civilians faced during this time: A personal account from La Yeonu, a Syrian refugee, captures the fear and pressure many civilians faced during this time: "Around 2011, during the Arab Spring, anti-dictatorship protests began in Syria. When the news spread that a young elementary school student had been arrested, tortured, and killed during a protest, the protests grew nationwide. As the protests continued, more people lost their lives, and the movement spread to other cities. I was a university student at the time and joined the protests demanding freedom." But La’s activism came at a cost: "Once the protests escalated, the military entered universities and used tear gas and ammunition to suppress them. The situation became increasingly dangerous with checkpoints set up on every street. As the military faced soldier shortages, many young people were forcibly recruited." The Civil War As the Syrian Civil War escalated following the government’s violent suppression of the 2011 protests, various rebel groups emerged to resist Assad’s regime. The Free Syrian Army (FSA), formed in July 2011 by military defectors and civilian volunteers, was the first major opposition force. Over time, new groups like Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army (SNA) emerged. These groups established control over parts of northern Syria, including Idlib and northern Aleppo, where they fought regime forces, ISIS, and at times, each other. This growing resistance movement not only challenged Assad’s regime but also allowed individuals like La Yeonu to find safe passage to Türkiye through rebel-controlled territory: "Initially, I was excluded [from the conscription] because I had a university student ID. However, when a national emergency was declared, even university students were being conscripted. If drafted, I would have been forced to shoot at protesters. I had to find a way to avoid military service, so I decided to escape to Türkiye. I was able to flee because there were rebel groups near the Turkish border, consisting of people like me who did not want to join the army. With their help, I crossed the border. At that time, Türkiye allowed visa-free entry for Syrians." The End of Assad’s Regime In late 2024, after more than a decade of civil war, a group of rebel forces launched a final, powerful attack against President Bashar al-Assad’s government. The main groups leading this effort were Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and the Syrian National Army (SNA). They quickly took over important cities like Aleppo and Hama. By early December, they had surrounded Damascus, the capital. On December 8, rebel fighters entered Damascus without any fighting, and soon after, Assad fled to Russia. This marked the end of the Assad family's 53-year rule over Syria. Many experts say the regime collapsed so quickly because the Syrian military was losing morale, and the rebel groups were better organized than before. La Yeonu explains his opinion: “The regime change in Syria is generally a positive development. People can finally breathe freely. However, I am not sure what kind of people the new leaders are. While it seems like a good thing, Western nations like the U.S. and European countries still label the group that took power as a terrorist organization, so we cannot say the situation is entirely safe. However, I have witnessed the Syrian government's atrocities firsthand, which were worse than terrorism. The things the regime did were beyond human comprehension. Compared to that, even a terrorist group taking power seemed like a better alternative.” His words reflect the complicated emotions many Syrians feel—hope for freedom mixed with uncertainty about the future. After the regime's fall, Syrians began to uncover Assad’s brutal practices. Secret prisons were found, and many political prisoners were freed. Mass graves were also discovered, revealing the government's atrocities. For example, reports in February 2025 revealed over 1,000 deaths at a military airport near Damascus, where prisoners were executed, tortured, or died due to harsh conditions. In March 2025, a new transitional government was formed, led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa. The cabinet includes individuals from various religious and ethnic backgrounds and marks the beginning of a five-year transitional period. The government operates without a prime minister, with al-Sharaa having significant executive authority. While al-Sharaa has pledged to form a fair administration and rebuild the nation, concerns regarding his Islamist background and the centralization of power exist. The international community remains cautious, urging the establishment of a stable, inclusive government. Syria's economy has been devastated by years of war and international sanctions, cutting it off from the global financial system. The new government faces the task of rebuilding infrastructure, reviving the economy, and addressing poverty. Nearly $6.5 billion in international aid to support Syria's reconstruction efforts is planned. However, the effectiveness of these funds depends on the government's ability to implement economic reforms and attract international investment. As Syria navigates this complex transition, balancing the need to address past injustices, establish inclusive governance, and foster economic recovery will be the key in shaping a peaceful and prosperous future for the nation. Calling by their Name, not their Title Iris Kang I will call the Syrian refugee Brandon. Brandon said, “As long as I have my identification card, it doesn’t matter what others think.” But in reality, an identification card fails to fulfill the role they want. Acknowledgement, respect, and acceptance are the three key pillars to a gradual transition into a new environment. Then why is it so difficult for a country to have these pillars? From an honest standpoint, the fact that the refugee is different from the rest of the community makes a difference. Although the skin color, language, and the way they talk may be different, they have the same train of thought and perspective. Indeed, Brandon said, “In some aspects, I am satisfied, while in others, I have complaints—just like any other Korean citizen.” If there is one thing that can truly unite people, I would say it is a specific feeling towards a community agenda or issue. Although the common language and culture would have laid the foundation, differences in opinions can fracture a group of people easily. Given that Brandon may have been slightly late in understanding the commonalities the Korean community has been sharing, can his shared view of an issue with other Koreans help him earn acceptance? Do they “earn” acceptance? Over and over again, I’m repeating the same word: empathy. Instead of accepting the refugees, we must go beneath their stories. In order to go beneath, we are not making a room on our side but rather approaching them and asking if they could make a room for us. We are not asking if they could please show understanding even if we make a mistake to them. Rather, during the process, we show our vulnerable side and personal stories to establish a closer relationship. In Brandon’s final remarks, he said, “I believe Korea needs to make more efforts to embrace cultural diversity.” Not just confined to cultural diversity, many Korean communities should learn how to view “the different” as “equal.” Similar to my experience meeting a North Korean defector, who also faced difficulties adapting to a community where difference is viewed as strange, changes must be made. How do we make those changes? This may be the hardest question to ask and answer. Because it will take a long time. But not that long if certain individuals in each community can bring up the issue. It starts with individuals placing themselves in the shoes of the refugees. But in doing so, they must realize that they are not refugees, but ordinary people like them. Ordinary people who have their own set of goals, triumphs, failures, aspirations, and desires. We often overlook how similar our lives are to theirs because of the unique title they have. If you are asked for help due to their language barrier or cultural differences, be helpful. Because if you were in the situation, you must have asked for help. Works Cited > News Robinson Review Favorites A Review of Alternative Bottleless Water Ooho Dongha Kim Three Reasons Why the U.S. Shot Down the Chinese Spy Balloon Seunghyeon Lee How Truly Significant Is the Collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank on the U.S. Economy? Songi Chai, Yubin Cho, Seohyun Jang.. 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