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Syria crisis: People mulling return should not be pressurized

Syria crisis: People mulling return should not be pressurized

Since Syria's long and brutal internal conflict started in 2011, tens of thousands of people have lost their lives, 7 million others have been internally displaced and more than 5 million have fled to neighbouring

Has Tokyo found a solution for its declining fertility rates?

Has Tokyo found a solution for its declining fertility rates?

Japan's fertility rate dropped to just 1.2 children last year, much less than the 2.1 needed to maintain population stability, as per official figures. Despite different campaigns to encourage young couples to bear children, the

Labor & Human Rights Abuses in Nicaragua under Investigation by US Officials

Labor & Human Rights Abuses in Nicaragua under Investigation by US Officials

An investigation into Nicaragua's government for "persistent attacks on labor rights, human rights and the rule of law" has been announced by a U.S federal office that oversees foreign trade policy. The investigation which is

Human Rights Day Sparks a Revolution as Manipur Demands an End to AFSP

Human Rights Day Sparks a Revolution as Manipur Demands an End to AFSP

Thousands of people protested against the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) on Tuesday in the streets of Imphal calling for justice and the repeal of the controversial law as the globe celebrates International Human

YesMadam layoffs: Noida-based startup didn’t actually fire anyone?

YesMadam layoffs: Noida-based startup didn’t actually fire anyone?

YesMadam - calling itself India's most trusted and transparent home salon - made headlines some months back for securing funding on Shark Tank India. But this time, the company is in the limelight for all

Strikes Disrupt French Power Supply as Workers Protest

Strikes Disrupt French Power Supply as Workers Protest

French power production was disrupted on Tuesday by a walkout at nuclear and hydroelectric plants owned by Electricite de France SA. The power outage that was caused by the industrial action resulted to closure of

Boeing layoffs: Second round of job cuts, fresh production: In focus

Boeing layoffs: Second round of job cuts, fresh production: In focus

Prominent aircraft maker Boeing has laid off hundreds of employees in its second round of job cuts in the US. Nearly 900 employees took the hit in the country. But they are going to stay

YesMadam Layoffs: Can an organisation fire you for being stressed?

YesMadam Layoffs: Can an organisation fire you for being stressed?

YesMadam, calling itself the most trusted and transparent home salon platform in India, is trending on social media for a different reason. The organisation has allegedly fired employees under stress after conducting an in-office poll.

Understanding Syria crisis in 8 points: Bashar al-Assad in Russia?

Understanding Syria crisis in 8 points: Bashar al-Assad in Russia?

Things are starting to ease a little bit in the Middle East as the years-long Syrian crisis appears to be easing. Global leaders are reacting to the situation and netizens are curious too. Here are

Louise Haigh Case Highlights Looming Recruitment Challenges

Louise Haigh Case Highlights Looming Recruitment Challenges

The Employment Rights Bill presented by the Labour Party is likely to revolutionise employment in the UK and employers are concerned that the changes will create unfavourable consequences that may reduce their willingness to offer