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EU backs fair pay for news publishers
The Court of Justice of the European Union has issued a ruling seen as a landmark in the struggle between Europe’s news industry and major technology platforms. Under the ruling, EU member states may require digital platforms, including Meta, to pay fair remuneration to news organisations when they use online news content. The ruling stems from a case between Meta and Italy’s communications regulator.
Mental well-being amid digital shift addressed
Society 07:17According to the ILO's latest global report on psychosocial working environments, more than 840,000 people die each year from diseases linked to psychosocial risks such as excessive workloads, job insecurity, workplace harassment and long working hours. Experts say younger workers are increasingly facing pressure linked to unstable career paths, competitive workplaces, and constant digital connectivity.
Children to receive regular health screenings
Society 01:50The Ministry of Health has issued nationwide guidelines on regular health check-ups for children under the age of six. The screenings will assess nutrition, mental and motor development, and vaccination status. They will also include autism screening. Experts say the move is an important step towards the early detection of health and developmental conditions in children.
Việt Nam’s efforts to avoid the low fertility trap
Society 06:50As many Asian countries face the impacts of low birth rates and rapid population ageing, Vietnam’s Ministry of Health has rolled out plans for the country to avoid falling into a low fertility trap. To understand the effectiveness of these measures, our reporter spoke with Phạm Lan, Vietnam Population & Development Team Leader at the United Nations Population Fund.
Phú Quốc durian season draws tourists
Society 01:36Farm tourism is becoming a growing trend in Việt Nam, giving visitors the chance to enjoy local produce right where it is grown. In Phú Quốc Special Zone, An Giang Province, durian orchards are turning into a popular stop for travellers seeking a more local and authentic experience during their trip.
EU backs fair pay for news publishers
Society 02:24The Court of Justice of the European Union has issued a ruling seen as a landmark in the struggle between Europe’s news industry and major technology platforms. Under the ruling, EU member states may require digital platforms, including Meta, to pay fair remuneration to news organisations when they use online news content. The ruling stems from a case between Meta and Italy’s communications regulator.
Việt Nam's push for higher education excellence
Society 08:13As Việt Nam pushes for greater global recognition and begins to make progress, many universities are treating rankings not as the end goal, but as a useful benchmark for improving quality, sharpening standards and strengthening competitiveness. According to rankings released earlier this year by EduOpinions, an international education review platform, Việt Nam has been named among the world's top emerging study abroad destinations.
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