An Interview with MEP Jüri Ratas
In this interview, Jüri Ratas, a Member of the European Parliament and former Prime Minister of Estonia, shares his background and perspectives on current European challenges.
What is going on in Slovakia and why are people protesting ?
Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico is a figure of remarkable controversy, in his own country and within the EU. Falling into the camp of Victor Orban's illiberal democracy, his multiple premierships have been plagued by corruption, political scandal, assassination attempts, and a rejection of European orthodoxy on issues including the war in Ukraine.
Croatia’s biggest musician is also an icon of the far right
Mark Petrovic, known by the stage name Thompson, is the biggest musician in the world that many people will have never heard of.
What does the EU’s plan to wean itself off Russian Energy by 2027 look like?
The European Union has announced its plan to finally end Europe's reliance on Russian energy imports. On 10 December, ambassadors for member countries greenlit a proposal that would see a phasing out of the use of Russian gas and oil, resulting in a total ban by late 2027.
The Bed Scramble: Is the Erasmus Dream Still Affordable in 2026?
In 2026, the Erasmus dream is hitting a wall of high rents and housing scams, leaving many students priced out of the experience. However, new EU-backed housing initiatives and national success stories in countries like Portugal are beginning to pave the way toward a more affordable and inclusive future for European mobility.
Super Bowl – Just a show or road to peace?
The Super Bowl has become an eventful night not only for the American sports-loving community but for people all around the globe. While it is meant to be an exciting...
“No One Is Above the Law”
The danger to democracy does not begin with dictatorship — it begins when the law becomes negotiable. From undermining Congress to dismissing elections and due process, this article explores how constitutional boundaries in the United States have been tested by the US President, and why civic engagement remains the last attempt of defense.
Quality over quantity – Meet the Greek delegation for the 2026 Winter Olympics
Successful in the Summer Olympics but unsuccessful in the Winter Olympics – this is a fair summary of Greece’s journey in the Olympic Games. Greece has a long tradition and legacy in the Summer Olympics as the birthplace of both the Ancient and the Modern Olympic Games. It has hosted the Modern Summer Games twice, in 1896 and 2004, or three times if we also count the 1906 Intercalated Games.
