“Watershed” agreement: Farmers, water suppliers and communities work together to protect forests and water sources
By Ingo Geiger - In Bolivia, 24,000 farmers in cooperation with communities and public water suppliers protect more than 600,000 hectares of forest from deforestation, exploitation, and the interests of mining companies—and thus...
The cost-of-living crisis is hitting hard. Here are 3 ways to soften the blow
Ama Samarasinghe, RMIT University - As our wallets feel the strain from the cost-of-living crisis, many of us are looking for ways to soften the blow. While everyone’s circumstances are different, and ideally you...
Traineeships and other opportunities for young people in the EU
Young people eager to work with EU institutions, bodies or agencies have numerous options to gain valuable experience. Traineeships offer young professionals practical work experience and skill acquisition before transitioning to regular employment, while volunteering allows for practical skill development and is ideal for those looking to make a positive impact. The European Commission offers the Blue Book programme, a 5-month paid traineeship open to all EU citizens with a limited number of places also allocated to non-EU nationals. Trainees gain hands-on experience in various areas of EU policy-making, human resources, translation, and other fields, contributing to projects that shape the future of Europe. Applications for traineeships starting in March 2025 are open until 31...
Marc Cain expands its webshop to eight new countries
Bodelshausen (ots) - The premium fashion company Marc Cain is expanding its webshop to include eight new countries. Customers in Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Luxembourg, Croatia, Greece,...
Job hunting: why taking regular breaks is vital for your well-being and success
Job hunting: why taking regular breaks is vital for your well-being and success Serge da Motta Veiga, Neoma Business School In many activities in life, including studying, working, or even job hunting,...
Successful Comebacks and Ongoing Struggles in South America’s Economy
As South America begins to emerge from the turmoil of the COVID-19 pandemic, the region’s economic recovery has been a story of divergence — some countries are rebounding quickly while others continue to struggle with persistent roadblocks that stymie growth. Three of the continent’s largest economies — Brazil, Chile and Argentina — provide contrasting stories of recovery, influenced by...
How to go carbon neutral: Lessons from a Danish island
When fish stocks crashed in the Baltic in the late 1990s, the islanders of Bornholm, Denmark, realised they had to reinvent themselves. Their rocky outcrop, some 200km east of Copenhagen, had been in...
Using your phone at work can help to balance your home life – new research
Eoin Whelan, University of Galway - You might not think twice about using your phone while you’re at work....
