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Neuralink: Elon Musk’s Brain Chip, and the Future of Humanity

The pace of technological development is likely to pose unprecedented challenges to humanity. Neuralink’s brain chips already aim to merge humans with machines. What does Musk’s invention mean to us and should we be worried about the future?
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Alternative Education – Steiner System

We are used to traditional educational systems, but what do we know about informal, or as they’re called – alternative educational systems? Read on to find out why their reputation is growing in contemporary times, as we give a specific perspective to Steiner Education.
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PowerPoint Presentation Lifehacks and Resources

If you want your presentation to look put together and run the show while delivering a speech, consider spicing up your slides with a few handy tricks that will grab the attention. You don’t need to spend much time redesigning your themes, however, knowing how to navigate the presentation without technical difficulties will definitely add points to your confidence. In this article we will talk about some of the most underappreciated features of the PowerPoint Presentation.
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Marketing Internship at Zalando Fashion Platform

Current students and recent graduates are invited to apply for the marketing internship at Zalando, an online fashion platform in Berlin, Germany. The internship commences depending on the candidate’s availability. The deadline is on 24 October 2020.
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Main Takeaways from Harari’s “21 Lessons for the 21st Century”

We’re drowning in information, and Harari helps us understand what’s really going on - and what we can do about it. “21 Lessons for the 21st Century” covers topics ranging from religion, technology, and politics, a down-to-earth guide through contemporary reality. In this article, we will look at the most important insights you can learn from this book.
Honesty

There Surely Is Optimism for Human Character – II Part of the Interview with...

In this part two of the interview with Professor Cohn we learn if there is a disparity in the level of honesty among different social groups, the differences of the level of honesty across countries, the subject pools he uses for his studies, his unique methods relating to his research, his motivations and more.
Expat Hotspots to Live, Work and Thrive

Expats Hotspots to Live, Work and Thrive

The world we live in is more international than ever, giving people the ability to live and work anywhere they want. A report from 2016 stated that there are roughly 50.5 million expats worldwide. At the time of the report, there was a compound annual growth rate of 2.4 percent! Who are all these expats? 73.6% of them are individual workers while the rest are students, retirees and corporate transferees. Despite the boost in the popularity of the expatriate lifestyle, not all countries are easy to move to. Others, on the other hand, make it as simple as possible for people to come and create a home for themselves.
UN Food and Agriculture Organization

UN Food and Agriculture Organization Paid Internships 

Current university students and recent graduates are invited for a three-to-eleven month long paid internship at the UN Food and Agriculture Organization in Rome, Italy. Candidates will be assigned positions based on their experience and academic background. The deadline is on 1 January 2021.
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Washington Post Summer Internship

Current university students and recent graduates are invited for a paid summer internship at The Washington Post. Interns will receive a salary of $750 per week. There are multiple positions for interns in visual journalism, reporting, and more. The deadline is on 7 October 2020.  
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Management and Leadership Course from DIES

University department managers are invited to take part in a leadership and management training at the University of Oldenburg in Germany. Participants will benefit from online sessions and a full scholarship to attend in-person training in March and September 2021. The deadline is on 13 October 2020.
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Scientific Programs for Students and Scholars

Science truly has no borders and numerous international collaborations such as Human Genome Project prove that common effort harvests great results. To promote cross-institutional exchange, universities and organizations provide funds for short-term programs and science internships. In this article, we will cover some of the funding opportunities both for students and scholars.
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Lucid Dreaming: Benefits of Controlling Your Dreams

A lucid dream refers to a dream in which the dreamer is aware that they are dreaming. Sometimes this means that they can control what happens in the dream, but simply being aware of being in a dream counts as lucid dreaming. Studies show that around 55% of people have experienced one or more lucid dreams in their lifetime. More regular lucid dreaming is much rarer. In fact, only 23% of people have a lucid dream at least once a month. However, it is possible to learn to take control of your dreams and there are even health benefits, as well as risks, associated with lucid dreaming.
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Global Banking Internship at HSBC in London

Global Banking Internships will inspire you to apply your skills in an international business and allow you to explore your interests within either Corporate Banking or Investment Banking. The internship is designed for upper-classmen and recent graduates. Internships last from 5-16 weeks and placements are available in corporate and investment banking. The start date is in June 2021. The deadline is on 5 January 2021.
Paid Videography & Media Internship at Intercultural Dialogue Platform

Paid Videography & Media Internship at Intercultural Dialogue Platform

Intercultural Dialogue Platform offers a six-month internship possibility for graduates in its office in Brussels. Interns will create video content, execute shoots as well as write photographic narratives. The monthly salary is €800. The deadline is on 2 October 2020.
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Reporting on Immunization Online Workshop

In order to break down fake news around vaccine safety, Thomson Reuters Foundation and the Sabin Vaccine Institute are inviting journalists from Georgia, Moldova, Azerbaijan or Armenia to take parting a workshop dedicated to reporting on immunization. The course will take place online on 9-18 November 2020. The deadline is on 11 October 2020.
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Educational Exchange Programs Around The World

For anyone out there who wants to travel the world without the repercussions of missing out on weeks of study, we have compiled a list of student exchange programs that will enable you to live abroad for a semester or two, absorb the new culture, all while studying at a host institute. The programs provide scholarships that cover tuition fees and accommodation, therefore, will require you to make sure that your profile shines bright through all the documents, motivation letters and recommendations.
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Education Internships at Democracy Now!

Democracy Now! is inviting interns for paid placements with time commitment of 20 hour per week. These temporary work placements are intended to help students, people early in their careers and career changers to gain entry-level skills and experience in the fields of outreach, social media, education, fundraising, translation, archiving and IT in a non-profit setting. Application process is ongoing.
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Microsoft Excel Time Saving Lifehacks

Out of all the apps, Microsoft Excel is probably the only software that reminds of a love or hate relationship. This is not surprising as although the spreadsheets in themselves help automate many mundane calculations, it might be a nightmare to navigate through all the formulae and shortcuts. This article is an attempt to outline the main features of the MS Excel in simple terms so that the app become more intuitive and user friendly.
Trip Hop Songstress Sevdaliza

Fall in Love with Trip Hop Songstress, Sevdaliza!

What Is an obsession? It can be an impulsive state in which you crave for something like a vampire craves for the ruby redness of blood. With musical obsessions, it may not be as intense but a very close second. There are some artists that dive into conversations and periods of life surrounded by rigorous emotional accents in the name of song. Through the world of experimental music, Sevdaliza is a beacon or the lighthouse on this troubled sea. Yes, reader, I have found my new musical obsession. 
The Rising Stars Program for Women of Asian Nationality

The Rising Stars Program for Women of Asian Nationality

Women of Asian nationality are invited to take part in a four-month long online leadership training that aims to provide tools for social change. Rising Stars are action-oriented women who lead the change in their communities, schools, businesses, and beyond. Participants will benefit from mentorship and education funding as well as leadership opportunities and a global community of professionals. The deadline is on 15 October 2020.

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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?