Ukraine war 12 months on: the role of the Russian media in reporting – and justifying – the conflict
James Rodgers, City, University of London - The media war that has accompanied Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has shown how important a part of 21st-century conflict journalism is, and also demonstrated the power...
Remote workers are more aware of cybersecurity risks than in-office employees: new study
Joseph K. Nwankpa, Miami University and Pratim Milton Datta, Kent State University - Workers who telecommute tend to be more aware of cybersecurity threats than those who spend most of their time in...
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...
Markets in Transition: Chile and Peru Seek to Diversify Beyond Traditional Exports
Chile and Peru have long been leaders of Latin America’s export-driven economies, with copper, gold and other minerals forming the foundation of their economic...
The US is one of the least trade-oriented countries in the world – despite laying the groundwork for today’s globalized system
Peter A. Coclanis, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Leon Fink, University of Illinois Chicago - Given the spate of news about international trade lately, Americans might...
South Africa begins own production of groundbreaking HIV-prevention drug to make it affordable within the continent
By Harry Markham - South Africa will soon begin production of the groundbreaking HIV-prevention drug, long-acting cabotegravir (CAB-LA), finally making the life-saving treatment affordable within the African continent. The treatment, which must be injected every two months, almost entirely eliminates the risk of becoming infected by HIV through sex. This development is expected to help millions of people...
Jobs are up, wages less so – and lower purchasing power could still lead the US into a recession
Christopher Decker, University of Nebraska Omaha - Don’t be overly fooled by seemingly rosy jobs data heading into the Labor Day weekend. Yes, the U.S. economy added 187,000 jobs in August 2023 – faster...
America’s farmers are getting older, and young people aren’t rushing to join them
David R. Buys, Mississippi State University; John J. Green, Mississippi State University, and Mary Nelson Robertson, Mississippi State University On...
