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From Pledges to Betrayal: Unmasking the UN Human Rights Council’s Failure

The new vision for the UN Human Rights Council in 2006 was for the Council to replace promises and encourage peace mandates with tangible actions, yet the idea has proven itself to be a visionary’s dream. Almost nothing has changed.

Smoking: A Gateway to Social Inclusion or Gateway to Death?

In summary, smoking is a personal choice, and no one should allow themselves to negatively impose their opinions solely because one smokes. It is no question that smoking is bad for one's well-being.

The importance of Empathy in a divided world.

It is worth asking ourselves what this core value is and why it is relevant in bridging the gaps in our society. How does it influence social structures and promote mutual understanding, and what is the role of empathy in global politics when making decisions? Many argue that having empathy is not a concrete action to create social union and reduce polarization at the community and international levels. However, it is possible. 

Will You Lose Your Job Because of AI?

To summarize, while AI and neural networks have the ability to automate and simplify numerous sectors, their impact on the workforce must be considered. While certain occupations may become obsolete, it is equally necessary to establish new opportunities in AI-related domains such as maintenance and development to guarantee that everyone benefits from technological breakthroughs.

Banned Knowledge

We all know the quote “Knowledge is power’’, and we all can acknowledge that most of our knowledge comes from literature and books. So what if that is banned? 

Non-Violence is Not Effective: Why We Can’t Use India As a strong Argument

Gandhi incorporated this idea through the Hindu principle of satyagraha, which memorialised the Indian Independence movement as one of non-violence. However, there were a series of specific conditions in India that enabled the movement to avoid violence, conditions that definitely don’t exist in most oppressed communities. 

Ex-Ambassador of Ukraine Visits IE University: Discussion on Diplomacy and War in Ukraine

Volodymyr Lakomov, the honorable ex-ambassador of Ukraine visited IE University last month to offer valuable insights on the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War discussing both historical and cultural aspects behind the cruel conflict. 

Why Some Never Learned to Love Properly

There is no doubt that love is an incredible feeling, to give or to receive, it is yearned by us all, but could it be that some of us relentlessly dive into poor relationships due to our upbringing, or does the past not define us?

Win Some, Lose Some: IE Students’ Hidden Costs from Technological Gains

It’s important to take both the students and the progress of the institution into account when making policy. IE should provide certain paper-based resources – like printers, textbooks, and even some paper towels – while still promoting their digitality and moving toward a world of strong digital substitutes.

Social Media in Times of War: Is the Digital Public Sphere Helping or Hurting to Educate Young People?

So of course, social media can help to foster a sense of global solidarity and community in young adults, as it encourages humans from all over the world to engage in discussions about peace and conflict resolution. Together. 

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