Toxic motivation
Toxic motivation appears to be the path to success, but in reality, it robs a person of energy, joy, and self-confidence. Social media spreads it as inspiration, but psychologists warn that it can lead to stress, burnout, and a loss of meaning.
Whose president will Karol Nawrocki be?
Supported by Law and Justice (PiS), Karol Nawrocki took the oath before the National Assembly on August 6 and began his term as President of the Republic of Poland. The ceremony took place despite protests over the results of the June elections and concerns about the legitimacy of the new head of state.
Turn your idea into impact: apply now for the European Commission’s Youth Start-Up Competition 2025
Do you have a transformative start-up idea? The European Commission’s Youth Start-Up Competition 2025 is open to innovators aged 18 to 25 from the EU or Single Market Programme-associated countries.
Who am I when I’m not online?
In the online world, we know what to wear, how to act, what to think. But what if we disconnect? Who are we when no one is watching, when there's nothing to like? In an age where scrolling replaces thinking, more and more people are asking this question.
European food prices under the microscope: surprising differences across the continent
Food prices in Europe can be surprising—what costs a fortune in one city can be bought for a fraction of the price in another. Differences can be as much as several dozen percent, and some capitals turn out to be cheaper than you might expect.
How much does free education cost in Romania
Romanian parents spend nearly 10,000 RON per year on average for tutoring, after-school programs and school materials, according to a 2024 survey by Save the Children Romania.
The European confrontation with Palestine
In late July, Europe showed rare signs of breaking from the inertia that has long defined its stance on the Palestinian question. The recognition of a Palestinian state by G7 leaders, the first pressures on Israel, mark a rare window for political realignment. Whether this turn becomes a coherent strategy or fades into symbolism remains to be seen.
The Aegean marine parks or the cartography of sovereignty
Marine parks emerge as geopolitical instruments, where Greece and Turkey cloak territorial claims in the language of environmental protection, turning conservation into cartography.
