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At a time when much attention is being paid to the growing tensions in Pakistan fuelled by the country’s unstable political situation, it’s only fair to notice other important issues in the country. One such issue is the agriculture sector. Of course, issues such as land ownership, farming conditions and […]

Abstract: The struggle to have a good job is a common reality to Latin American countries and from which Peru is no exception. Day after day coexist formal jobs, informal work, and the permanent paradox of college leavers that fail to be placed in appropriated positions to their areas of […]

Public support for renewable energies in Europe has declined sharply with the economic crisis. However, with technology costs dropping and continuing efforts to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, the sector is set to keep on growing. Renewable energies such as wind, solar and biomass form a critical part of societies’ […]

Ansgar Heveling’s recent article and commentary raises many serious questions. Does he or not support democratic society? Is he not supportive of freedom of speech? Does he not respect basic human rights? Heveling is a member of German parliament. He belongs to a highly democratic society, but he espouses ideas that would do serious damage to a democratic […]

A new study by Norton reveals the staggering prevalence of cybercrime: 65% of internet users globally, and 73% of U.S. web surfers have fallen victim to cybercrimes, including computer viruses, online credit card fraud and identity theft. As the most victimized nations, America ranks third, after China (83%) and Brazil […]