Volker Wittpahl: If I had a wish for Christmas, I would say if we had a kind of driving license for any smartphone and for every internet service for every citizen, no matter what age, then we wouldn't have this problem. But we will never get this license like a driving license for a car.

Companies capitalize on our insecurities, perpetuating a cycle of consumption. These standards of self-care set for women pressure women to remain "beautiful" at any time, regardless of their career, age, and background. They keep us buying, keep us conforming, and keep beauty tightly bound to neoliberal ideas of worth and discipline within the international political economy.

Geopolitical literacy means more than knowing international headlines; it is the ability to connect geography, history, and political dynamics to understand why events happen and how they might evolve. It requires critical thinking to identify patterns, assess multiple perspectives, recognize bias, and interpret data and narratives objectively.

Social media is a double-edged sword in the context of human rights. While it has empowered activists, facilitated global awareness, and provided a platform for marginalized voices, it has also enabled cyberbullying, disinformation, and digital manipulation. The challenge lies in maximizing its positive potential while mitigating its risks.

The emotional pull of a photograph creates share-ability on social media, challenging the traditional journalism.