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Who Make Things Up in Journalism? What is about women?
In multiple countries around the world more women study journalism than men, yet majority of the journalism jobs still go to men. This is according to a recent research “Women and Journalism” from the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism at Oxford University in the United Kingdom.
Time Machine: Technology Is Giving Us Memories Like Never Before
I know more about myself now, than I ever imagined; more than any person in history would have imagined for himself or herself. I remember every single detail now.
The End of Depression Era in Greece? An Overlook of the New Prime Minister...
With his opponents waiting for the tiniest faux pas, Alexis Tsipras led the Radical Left party SYRIZA to a long-waited victory on January 25, 2015. “The verdict of the Greek people ends, beyond any doubt, the vicious circle of austerity in our country. The verdict of the Greek people annuls today, in an indisputable fashion, the bailout agreements of austerity and disaster. The verdict of the Greek people renders the Troika a thing of the past for our common European framework”, he declared the night of the elections from the podium, when the counted votes secured an undoubted victory.
Beyond Ideology: The Real Challenge of Today
Head of Youth Time Moscow office speaks about Rhodes Youth Forum 2015 insights.
When considering the programme for the next session of the Rhodes Youth Forum, we put to ourselves the question: What worries the younger generation most of all today? Day after day our Facebook feed displays what young people from completely different corners of the world think is most important or troubling. To sum up, almost all of them seeks peace and tranquillity but at the same time finds themselves in quite stressed or confused.
Changing Eating Habits is Actually Easy! Stories of Three Students Who Turned to a...
From vegetarians, to burger lovers, many youth around the globe are becoming more and more conscientious about the foods they put into their bodies. Here are stories of three students who were strong enough to change their habits and practice completely new eating behaviors.
“Youth for Change” UNAOC-EF Summer School in NY. Application is Now Open
The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and EF Education First (EF) are pleased to announce the third edition of their UNAOC-EF Summer School for youth aged 18 to 35. Applications deadline: 9 March 2015.
70 Years After Holocaust: Is Europe Safe Enough?
European Jewish Congress president Viatcheslav Moshe Kantor during a panel of the Let My People Live! International Conference in Prague warned that Nazism is coming back in Europe. The Let My People Live Forum event, organized by EJC is taking place from the 26-27 of January in the Czech Republic to mark the 70th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz death camp.
Meet Students Startup Centscere, Donate While Posting on Facebook
Social media users have lately been criticized for being narcissistic and self-centered, and activism through social media has been looked down upon as “slacktivism”. However, as it turns out, social networks can actually be used to do some good, as proves a recent startup called Centscere.
Youth Time Attends Holocaust Remembrance Events in Prague
On 26-27th January, the date of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the European Jewish Congress will be holding a series of events in Prague and Terezin with the Czech Government and the European Parliament.
Best Tools to Make Eye-catching Presentations
The importance of presentations during our studies or work really deserves attention. How many times you had been in presentations you had difficulties to concentrate? Thus, you have to avoid this when you are presenting in order to achieve a desirable result. Nowadays, definitely the best way to have a good presentation is to benefit from programs and online platforms that are offered for us through technology. So, do you want more creative ideas, colors or backgrounds that will facilitate your job and make you feel more comfortable? Let us give it a try to improve the way you do and share presentations.
6 Common People Who Will Inspire in 2015
Year 2014 was filled with stories about people who changed their lives and those of others, looking beyond the conventional definitions of success, prioritizing giving and compassion and being part of something bigger than themselves. A Brazilian news site Brasil Post put together a series called “Go Givers” about the stories of such inspirational people. Looking at some of them, here are 6 lessons that everyone can apply in their lives in 2015.
“To Rise Up and Succeed, Youth Should Understand That There Are Different Civilizations in...
Interview with well-known Indian activist, journalist and publisher Chanda Singh.
Will Machines Overtake Humans or Modern Robots Are Not Smarter Than 2-Year-Old? Discussion at...
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?
When Local Heroes Get Action In Times Of Crisis
«I came here to tell you a story about what happens when some people coordinate and love deeply what they do, even in times that not everything is rosy, they can achieve something. I would like to end my talk with a favorite quote from Kazantzakis “It is my duty, and mine alone to save the earth if it is not saved, then I alone am to blame.»
“Run Forrest Run”. Finding Meaning in Memory Through Cinema
When last time you screamed after someone: “Run Forest run!”? Or ended up in a complicated situation and found yourself whispering: “Houston, we have a problem”?
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.
The Invisible Side of Malala Yousafzai
When she met with Obama in October 2013 she didn’t hesitate to bring up the fatal casualties of the drone strikes in Pakistan and accuse him for fueling terrorism. In 2013 she wrote a letter to the International Marxist Tendency stating that socialism is the only answer to bigotry and exploitation. In her speech to the United Nations News Assembly she called all the people to not forget that million others are suffering from poverty and injustice and ignorance. At the same time in an interview to the BBC’s reporter Andrew Marr on October 2013 she said that “the name of Islam, the name of Taliban and the name of Pashtun has been misused and abused by the Taliban. It does not mean that all Pakistani and all Muslims are the terrorists.”
How To Adapt In A Foreign Country And Make Things Work. Story Of A...
Moving to a small transitional country which is lying in a different continent is a big challenge, but Thiago Ferreira, a enthusiastic young Brazilian, shows that nothing is impossible when one has a will, plan, and does that with love.
Top 8 Fictional Teachers That Inspire Modern Youth
The editors and staff at Youth Time have made a selection of our favourite fictional teachers from famous movies for you, our readers. Some of them are anything but inspiring role models. While admiring some characters, you should always keep in mind that the fictional teachers are the creations of professional screenwriters. And they don’t always serve educational purposes.
























