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, people need to take...
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...
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...
Tax cuts rumoured but the UK’s autumn statement will offer little economic comfort
Nick O'Donovan, Keele University - The UK chancellor’s autumn statement is likely to be relatively uneventful – yet extremely significant. Although some headline-seeking tax...
What does inflation mean
Inflation is a term that is often used in the economic and financial world, but what does it actually mean? In short, inflation is the general increase in prices...
Improving the quality of traineeships in the EU
Trainees all over the EU will benefit from better quality traineeships thanks to new Commission proposals. They will improve and enforce working conditions for trainees, and ensure everyone can do a traineeship regardless of their socio-economic background or disability, by: improving learning content ensuring fair pay helping trainees claim their labour rights recommending access to adequate social protection combatting regular jobs disguised as traineeships creating channels to report malpractice and poor working conditions promoting equal access to traineeship opportunities allowing for hybrid and remote working offering career guidance and mentorship covering all types of traineeships The...
Netflix is still growing its subscriber base – here’s how a local approach is helping
Jean Chalaby, City, University of London - Netflix had a tough year in 2022. Big rivals such as Disney and Amazon Prime were circling, and viewers seemed to be rethinking their streaming habits...
Finland ends homelessness and provides shelter for all in need
By Kathrin Glösel - In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. The reason: The country applies...
