politics
Political figures, histories, and current events in the whole scope of modern and past politics. Work place politics.
Post-Brexit EU Elections
The Changing Tide: European Union Elections in the Post-Brexit times On a cool spring morning in Brussels, there was an unusual buzz in the European Parliament building. Journalists, staffs and politicians hurriedly walked through corridors, which vibrated to their different conversations. This was the first time that Europe had gone to polls without one of her oldest members following Brexit.
By imnot real12 days ago in Journal
Beyond the Numbers: Understanding the Societal Impact of Gender Disparities in Financial Literacy
Beyond the Numbers: Understanding the Societal Impact of Gender Disparities in Financial Literacy Although women have made great progress in the last few decades toward full equality, more needs to be done. The gender pay disparity in Europe is 12.7%. They are more likely to work in fields where wages are low and to encounter discrimination at work. In general, women have lower financial literacy than men. Many people lack basic knowledge of financial principles, with a significant gender gap in financial literacy. Women face unique financial challenges due to longer life expectancies, lower lifetime income, and career interruptions for child-rearing. This lack of financial knowledge puts women at risk of financial insecurity in retirement. Those with higher financial literacy are more likely to make better financial decisions, such as investing in the stock market and saving for retirement. It is important to understand women's level of financial understanding and address any gaps in financial skills.
By Hridya Sharma12 days ago in Journal
Post-Brexit EU Elections
The Changing Tide: Post-Brexit EU Elections It was a crisp spring morning in Brussels, and the European Parliament building buzzed with an energy not felt in years. Journalists, staff, and politicians hurried through the halls, their conversations punctuated by the echo of footsteps on marble floors. For the first time since Brexit, Europe was voting without one of its oldest members.
By imnot real12 days ago in Journal
How many degrees does it take?
When I was a little girl in grade school, I was in awe about education. I wanted with all my heart to make my mother proud and to please my teachers. I wanted to be "Teacher's Pet" although for the most part I was just one of the mediocres. I admired those students who made "smarts" and schoolwork look easy. It was never easy for me. I had to work hard.
By Shanon Marie Clare Angermeyer Norman16 days ago in Journal
Capturing the Hawaii Shaka
On Friday, June 21, Hawaii's Governor, Josh Green, signed Senate Bill 3312, also known as The Shaka Bill, to adopt the Shaka as Hawaii's official state "hand gesture." It's the first-ever official gesture adopted by any state in America. Having spent over two decades as a part-time freelance news and sports photographer in Hawaii, I've captured countless moments and collected numerous images of people flashing the shaka sign. Whenever I covered a notable person visiting Hawaii, I would ask them to pose with a shaka for my collection. Requesting a shaka photo required a delicate balance of timing and rapport-building to avoid disrupting the event flow or the subject's concentration. Over the years, I loosely refined this skill and captured some memorable shaka moments and a few shaka fails.
By Tim Wright25 days ago in Journal