On 1 September 2024, two state elections took place in Germany – and their results are historical
The Rise of the Far-Right in Germany – How Did We Let This Happen?
Europe
Why is justice everybody’s business?
After some cases showed the reluctance of some firms to take responsibility for human rights abuses and environmental degradation, various voluntary initiatives have emerged in an attempt to reshape business practices. Among these initiatives is Friends of Earth Sweden. Staff Writer Adriana Abril has spoken to one of its members.
The French and La Grève
On March 2023, French citizens protested against the new measures of the government of Emmanuel Macron. Utblick staff writer Henriette Schulte explains the reasons behind it and illustrates why French strikes are unique among Western democracies.
Resistance as a place of learning: an interview from inside Lützerath
In January this year, the German hamlet Lützerath was destroyed to allow the expansion of one of the country’s many coal mines. Staff writer Tilde Bergström interviewed one of the persons that lived there during the conflict, explaining the story, experiences, and lessons.
EU’s pay transparency directive: closing down on the gender pay gap?
Despite many promises, the gender pay gap in Europe reached 13% in 2020 and the gender pension gap 28%. In order to change this reality, the EU recently promoted and voted for a directive on pay transparency. What is it and what are the new measures to be implemented? Utblick staff writer Axèle Maillard Arricot explains it.
Caught Between a Rock and a Hard Place
Staff Writer Magdalena Kamont delves into Hungary’s stance on the Russian-Ukrainian War, which has caused a rift between Hungary and the other European Union member states over military aid to Ukraine.
Media coverage of athletes’ sex crimes: how does it affect our perception of sexual assault?
Guest Writer Aina Bermúdez Vila explores the impact of media coverage on public perception of sexual assault in cases involving elite athletes. What is the public perception of sex offenders? And what role does the media play in shaping the view of the public?
“A lot of people that I know have been killed this year.”
Utblick Magazine sat down with Judith Gough, the British Ambassador to Sweden. In the interview, she spoke about her role as an Ambassador, the war in Ukraine and the stones it has set into motion.
From Russia With(out) Love: The Impact of the Expansion of the “Gay Propaganda” Law in Russia
On November 24th, the Russian State Duma presented a draft of legislation that is an extension of the “Gay Propaganda” law. What is this proposal about? Staff writer Magdalena Kamont provides all the details and possible outcomes.