Here, I floated the idea of using continuous audit testing in hiring—an experimental mechanism where fake, government-inserted job applications could reveal employer bias and deter…
Imagine a labor market where every hiring manager knows—at any given moment—that one of the resumes crossing their desk might not be from a real…
The Russian opposition faces immense challenges: its leaders are jailed, killed, or forced out, making it seem powerless against the regime. However, despite the dominance…
The aftermath of war leaves scars on society that extend far beyond the battlefield. The ramifications of war are frequently discussed, and regardless of the…
In the crucible of geopolitical tension, Russia finds itself entangled in a web of moral ambiguity. As the conflict with Ukraine continues to simmer, the…
Yesterday, I rewatched the movie ‘Annihilation’ from 2018. The movie proves that death is necessary. The main character claims at the beginning of the movie…
Repeated discussions on the success of liberal democracies have highlighted their economic prowess and robust civil societies. However, a recent shift towards conservatism prompts an…
Let’s turn to something binge-watched by everyone and their aunt—an online streaming and torrent tracker sensation across the Russian-language internet: a crime drama titled “Blood…
Russia prides itself on its sophisticated IT services, providing convenience and ease to daily tasks. The unified digital services portal (Gosuslugi) enables remote ID acquisition,…
In recent times, in Russia, an intriguing and potent social movement has begun to take shape—one sparked by the fervor of the wives of mobilized…