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Big companies profit from poverty but aren’t obliged to uphold human rights. International law must change – scholar

Bonita Meyersfeld, University of the Witwatersrand There is some disagreement among legal practitioners and scholars about whether corporations have duties under international law. Many argue that only states are bound by international law, and it is those states which are obliged to regulate how businesses operate within their borders. Corporations have only a

Undoing the ‘deep state’ means Trump would undo over a century of progress in building a federal government for the people and not just for rich white men

Joseph Patrick Kelly, College of Charleston If elected, Donald Trump has vowed to demolish what he calls the “deep state” – a conspiratorial term for the American federal bureaucracy. A second Trump administration, running mate JD Vance has said, should fire thousands of civil servants and replace them with MAGA loyalists. Trump has

US elections: here’s what’s at stake for Europe, in three key areas

ph. French President Macron welcomes US Vice President Kamala Harris for a meeting at Elysee Palace In Paris, in November, 2021. Jo Bouroch/Shutterstock Waya Quiviger, IE University Many pundits are claiming that the 2024 contest will be the most important US election since 1860. Most Europeans would also agree. At stake is not

The Convergence of Technology and Ecology: Forging the Path of Green Engineering

In today’s fast-paced world, technology and ecology are forming a critical symbiosis to confront the pressing challenges of sustainability. This junction has birthed the domain of green engineering—a field where innovation and ecological principles blend to mitigate the environmental impact of human endeavors. Green engineering harnesses technological advancements to craft systems, products, and

Martial Arts: Asia’s Enduring Cultural and Athletic Legacy

Martial arts stand as a testament to the rich cultural and historical mosaic of Asia, where these disciplines first sprouted and thrived for centuries. From the sharp precision of karate to the graceful fluidity of kung fu, martial arts weave together philosophy, rigorous physical conditioning, and spiritual growth. These time-honored practices, anchored in

Eco-Wanderer: Navigating the World of Sustainable Escapes

As the intersection of environmental consciousness and the wanderlust spirit grows ever more intertwined, sustainable travel stands as a potent catalyst for transformation. With an increasing understanding of how our journeys affect the planet, a burgeoning number of explorers seek out eco-conscious locales where they can wander without leaving a lasting scar on

Patriot

Title: Patriot Author: Alexei Navalny (Author), Arch Tait (Translator), Stephen Dalziel (Translator) Pages: 496 Patriot is much more than just a memoir. It is a raw, deeply personal account of a man who defied an authoritarian regime with unshakeable courage, and paid the ultimate price for his convictions. In Patriot, Alexei Navalny, once

Forecasting and Fiscal Policy: Crafting the Future of Economic Landscapes

In the intricate realm of national governance, few tools hold more weight than forecasting and fiscal policy—pillars that lay the foundation for shaping a nation’s economic future. These mechanisms empower governments to chart courses through intricate financial terrains, foresee challenges ahead, and construct strategies that drive growth, stability, and collective prosperity. By merging