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Fortress Europe 2.0: The “ProtectEU” Strategy

Fortress Europe 2.0: The “ProtectEU” Strategy

As the European Union enters 2026, the bloc has officially pivoted to a "security-first" doctrine with the full activation of the ProtectEU strategy. The initiative, which was initiated by the European Commission in April 2025,

The “Spirit of Dialogue” vs. The Reality of Dissent at Davos 2026

The “Spirit of Dialogue” vs. The Reality of Dissent at Davos 2026

As the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum commences today in the snow-laden peaks of Switzerland, the official theme, "Spirit of Dialogue," faces its sternest test. More than 3,000 world leaders, including the

Pluxee Buys ProEves to Offer Corporate Childcare

Pluxee Buys ProEves to Offer Corporate Childcare

Pluxee, the world’s largest employee engagement and benefits company (previously known as Sodexo Benefits and Rewards Services), triumphantly took over ProEves, the most significant aggregator of childcare services in India. This tactical entrance has made

Human Rights Watch Reports Unpaid Migrant Worker Wages in Qatar Affecting Contractors and Workers

Human Rights Watch Reports Unpaid Migrant Worker Wages in Qatar Affecting Contractors and Workers

In a report issued in December 2025, Human Rights Watch (HRW) revealed that Qatar has a systemic default of workers paying contractors in time, which has been a big problem to migrant workers and subcontractors.

Online Speech Laws: Protecting People or Silencing Voices?

Online Speech Laws: Protecting People or Silencing Voices?

The internet has triggered a debate on the laws of speech online with the emergence of social media. Regulations that governments all over the world are pushing to prevent hate, misinformation and harassment are then

Switzerland Condemns Iran’s Violent Crackdown on Protesters

Switzerland Condemns Iran’s Violent Crackdown on Protesters

Switzerland is extremely worried by the increasing number of arrests and deaths associated with the incessant protests in Iran. These are some of the matters mentioned by the Swiss Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) in

Why Human Rights Stories Are Losing Attention Online

Why Human Rights Stories Are Losing Attention Online

Human rights stories are losing attention online amid algorithm-driven feeds and fleeting viral trends. Once dominant, these narratives now struggle against entertainment, outrage bait, and short-form videos dominating platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Factors include

Yemen’s Tense Dialogue Reopens Debate After Al-Zubaidi Strike

Yemen’s Tense Dialogue Reopens Debate After Al-Zubaidi Strike

Aidarous Al-Zubaidi and the Southern Transitional Council sit at the centre of a fresh argument in Yemen: targeted attacks and airstrikes do not leave space for political dialogue. The latest dispute grew after reports and

How to Report Online Harassment as a Human Rights Issue

How to Report Online Harassment as a Human Rights Issue

Online harassment has surged, affecting journalists, athletes, and activists worldwide. When targeted with threats, doxxing, or abuse on social media, frame it as a human rights issue to amplify impact. This strategy invokes policies established

Human Rights Watchdogs Warn of Shrinking Civic Freedoms

Human Rights Watchdogs Warn of Shrinking Civic Freedoms

Human rights organizations are raising alarms that civic space is narrowing in many parts of the world. From restrictions on peaceful protests to tighter controls on independent media and non-profit funding, watchdogs say governments are