Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James A Robinson were awarded the Nobel Prize in economics for their groundbreaking research on the role of societal institutions in a country's prosperity. This award highlights the importance of having effective rule of law and institutions that prioritize the well-being of the population. The announcement of the prize coincided with the announcement of the other five Nobel Prizes, despite some controversy surrounding its inclusion as a "Nobel" category. In a separate incident, a university student in India spoke out about her alleged assault by a cab driver, further emphasizing the importance of safe and just societal institutions.