The landscape of higher education has undergone significant transformation in recent years, largely due to the advent and proliferation of online education. Technological advancements have made education more accessible than ever before, allowing students to pursue degrees and certifications from anywhere in the world. This shift has raised important questions about the future of traditional brick-and-mortar universities, which have long been the cornerstone of higher education.

Academic publishing is built on the foundation of advancing knowledge and contributing to the global exchange of ideas. Researchers dedicate their careers to producing work that pushes the boundaries of human understanding, often without financial compensation. However, the recent trend of charging fees for research submissions represents a perverse distortion of this noble endeavor. Submission fees, which require researchers to pay simply to have their work considered for publication, are a gross exploitation of the academic community. This paper contends that such fees are not only unethical but also represent a blatant disregard for the principles of fairness and accessibility that should be at the core of academic publishing. Journals that engage in this practice are little more than profiteering entities that exploit the very individuals they should be serving, and they should be dismantled.

Resilience has long been considered a fundamental characteristic for individual and collective well-being. Traditionally, it has enabled people to overcome adversity, adapt to change, and thrive in the face of challenges. However, recent discourse suggests that people today may be less resilient than previous generations. This paper explores the validity of this claim by examining the factors that have influenced resilience over the past three decades. It delves into the changing societal, cultural, and technological landscapes, investigating how these shifts have impacted individuals' ability to cope with adversity.

The modern workforce is characterized by increasing demands, longer hours, and heightened expectations, particularly in high-stress job environments. Professions such as healthcare, law, finance, and executive leadership often require individuals to navigate intense workloads, tight deadlines, and high levels of responsibility. These factors can lead to chronic stress, which, if not managed effectively, may result in burnout, decreased job satisfaction, and adverse effects on personal life (Schaufeli et al., 2009). This paper seeks to address the challenges of achieving work-life balance in high-stress job atmospheres and provides strategies for overcoming these challenges, with a particular emphasis on building resilience.

This paper proposes a qualitative exploration into the intersection of job insecurity and identity formation, aiming to shed light on an under-researched aspect of the job insecurity phenomenon. While existing literature has extensively examined the psychological, organizational, and socio-economic effects of job insecurity, there remains a gap in understanding how job insecurity shapes individuals' sense of self and identity. By employing qualitative research methods, including in-depth interviews and thematic analysis, this study seeks to uncover the nuanced ways in which individuals perceive, experience, and navigate job insecurity in relation to their identities. The findings of this research can contribute to a deeper understanding of the holistic impact of job insecurity on individuals' lives and inform the development of interventions and support systems aimed at promoting resilience and well-being in the face of employment uncertainty.

A company shake-up represents a period of uncertainty, upheaval, and transition for employees. Whether it involves layoffs, restructuring, or financial turmoil, the aftermath of such events can leave employees grappling with a myriad of concerns, chief among them being the organization's budgetary decisions. Budgetary concerns encompass a range of issues, including fears about job security, compensation cuts, reduced benefits, and overall financial stability. These concerns can have profound psychological, emotional, and behavioral effects on employees, impacting morale, motivation, productivity, and organizational commitment. This paper seeks to explore these effects in depth, shedding light on the complexities of navigating budgetary concerns in the wake of a company shake-up.