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Unemployed Youth Calls for Attention From Davos

The global crisis of youth unemployment dominated the ongoing World Economic Forum in Davos yesterday where the British journalist Nik Gowing noticed that “keeping calm and carrying on is simply not an option”.

To Make World a Better Place

Charity has always been an integral part of every culture, no matter what phase of development it was going through. To help your neighbour is a covenant which has gone far beyond religious dogma and has even turned into a philosophy of life for some people. On Christmas and New Year’s Eve people try to do as many good things as they can. But what happens afterwards, when Santa Claus and the angels go on vacation?

From Religious Extremism to European Reform: What Leaders of the Day Say in Davos

The World Economic Forum hosts 2.500 participants from more than 90 countries, including 40 heads of state.

Why We Might Still Have Wrong Perceptions When It Comes to Albania?

Have you ever been to Albania? If you have not but you decide to, I’m pretty sure that your friends/family or whoever will give you a whole ‘warning’ lecture on the dangers one might face when traveling to this land. And to be honest, I wouldn’t blame them. 

Call for Applications: Climate Protection Fellowship in Germany

Applications are now open for the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation’s International Climate Protection Fellowships, which will enable young climate experts from developing countries to...

Budding Young Entrepreneurs Emerging from Africa and Europe: a Startup Accelerator the AMPION

Africa is full of young inspiring and outstanding entrepreneurs who want to be positive change makers in their communities but lack access to investment, technical expertise and mentorship. In order to do something about this, a group of more than 20 people from Africa, Europe and the United States have been dedicating their time to support, train and encourage Africa's brightest business minds to find innovative ideas for sustainable start-up enterprises.

The World Bank Internship: Application Deadline is January 31st

Applications are open for The World Bank Internship designed for highly motivated and successful individuals to improve their skills while working in a diverse environment. The deadline for applications is January 31st 2015 and the internship is offered during two seasons: Summer Internship (June to September) and Winter Internship (December to March).

In the Wake of Charlie Hebdo: What is Free Expression and What is Not?

Mankind has been able to learn, to progress and to advance not only in terms of technology and science, but also in terms of moral standards, principles and virtues. Surprisingly, what turned out to be more challenging is neither the complexity of science nor the sophistication of technology. What people are now struggling with most is living with different principles, beliefs and ideas, and this need that we call coexistence, is somehow related to the beliefs themselves that many people are eager to show and defend.

Love Cats? Dream About Cafe Startup? Check the Idea That Will Work

The first cat café in Europe, "Café Neko", opened a few years ago in charming street of Blumenstockgasse 5 in the heart of old...

Best New European Films You Have to Pay Attention to

The Academy of Motion Picture, Arts and Sciences, known for the annual Oscars, announced recently a shortlist of nine films that were selected for the last candidates for the category of Best Foreign Film.

Merry Christmas to Orthodox Christians!

Read our special overview of Christmas celebration traditions from various orthodox countries.

The “unique” Story of a 19-Year-Old Syrian Refugee

 It’s been three months since the Syrian refugee Doaa Al Zamel was rescued by a Greek vessel after the boat that she was travelling in was deliberately rammed in the Mediterranean Sea. She and another 500 immigrants had left from an Egyptian port on 6th of September with the hope of finding a better life in Europe. Doaa was one of only 11 people who managed to survive 3 nights in the water, struggling to stay afloat while carrying an 18-month-old baby girl throughout the ordeal. The little girl’s mother had entrusted her to Doaa just before she died.

10 Unique Christmas Meals From Around the World

In Albania it is traditional to eat pumpkin and walnut pie. In the West these meals are usually typical for Thanksgiving and pumpkins are...

Do You Know Name For Snow Sold To German Tourists? This Piece Will Help...

In temperate countries, or countries that have the typical four seasons, winter holidays are closely associated with snow. Although English is the most universal language in the world and is believed to have a large vocabulary compared to other countries – there are only synonyms for words that are commonly used on a daily basis. That is why in English there is only one word for snow. But to a culture that spends every day in freezing harsh conditions a larger variety of words is required.

“Let Go Everything You Had and Open Mind to Experience Everything and Everyone“. Interview...

Since 1984 Cirque du Soleil has been giving smiles and entertaining audiences with colorful and outstanding performances. Originally established in Québec, Canada as a circus tent, today it’s a massive show that has about 4,000 employees, of which 1,300 are performers originating from more than 50 different countries.

Choose Location for Your Start-Up? The Balkans Claims to Be the Best

Many young people from the Balkans have decided to try and follow into Mark Zuckerberg’s step and create the next "big thing". So far they...

What is the Way to Change World for the Better? Meet YT Project –...

Dealing with a number of social issues, Youth Time (YT) activists have discovered a wide range of opportunities connected with the field of education. This enthusiasm is based on the idea that if you want to change the world for the better – education is the key.

European and Highly-Educated Labour: Find Yourself Unwanted in Britain

Jean-Claude Juncker, the new president of the European Commission launched an attack against the British prime minister of ‘beating up’ poorer migrants who are legally seeking to earn a living in the UK. 

11 Strange Christmas Customs From Around the World

In Finland people light candles on the graves of their loved ones on Christmas Eve. A large majority of Fins go to the...

Surrogate Motherhood: Who can judge?

Reproductive issues generate discussion at all levels of human society, from the political to the religious. However, the right of a deciding vote is reluctantly granted, in most jurisdictions, to the women who must risk their health to bring a new life into the world.

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Social media has become an irreplaceable part of our lives for more than a decade. In the meantime, they have gained a huge number of fans and just as many opponents.

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Social Media is now our main source of information. We scroll day by day, infinitely and thirsty for new ways of information. And of course the people behind the social media networks do serve us good, updating their services constantly so that our thirst never gets fed. So what will be new for Social Media Marketing, specifically in 2021?

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Generation Climate Europe: Representing 20 Million Young Europeans and Tackling Climate...

An organisation looking to shape the future, we spoke to Generation Climate Europe about how they are tackling issues to support young people.

Seven Must-Have Skills to Succeed as a Social Media Manager

It’s needless to emphasise the role of social media in modern times. We are all aware of its importance for our lives, daily routines and even our choices and behaviors. Given this importance, no wonder people are trying to get a career out of social media knowledge. But what is it that you need in order to succeed?