12 Workplace Stories That Show Empathy Between Coworkers Is the Strength Nobody Talks About in 2026

In today’s workplace, deadlines and pressure can make kindness easy to overlook. Yet some of the most meaningful moments come from a supportive coworker, an understanding boss, or a simple act of compassion. These 12 workplace stories show that no matter how much work changes, kindness and human connection still have the power to make a lasting difference. When my mom passed, oneContinue Reading

M&G-Backed Seeker Music Taps UMG’s Virgin to Amplify Its $400M Catalog

Photo Credit: Michael Cantor (Virgin Music), Steven Melrose (Seeker), Evan Bogart (Seeker), Jacqueline Saturn (Virgin Music North America), Cindy James (Virgin Music North America) / Photo by Rich Polk Seeker Music Group, backed by M&G, has announced a global distribution partnership with Virgin Music Group, building on years of collaborationContinue Reading

10 Fresh Jewelry Trends That Can Make You Reimagine Your Whole Collection This June 2026

June 2026 has officially changed the jewelry trends. Pearl earrings, gold hoops, crystal drop earrings and statement ear stacks are all having their strongest moment in years, and the women leading the trend are not following anyone’s formula. According to fashion editor Emma Childs at Marie Claire, less-is-more accessorizing is firmly on its way outContinue Reading

Environmental activism efforts in the Dominican Republic. Photo via Raíz Climáctica, used with permission. This article by Zahiris Priscila Francisco Martínez first appeared in Raíz Climáctica on February 14, 2026. An edited version is being republished on Global Voices under a content partnership agreement. This story is part of GlobalContinue Reading