Crisis of Bosnian Public Media: What Happens if BHRT Goes Dark? — Part I
On February 26, viewers across Bosnia and Herzegovina were greeted not by regular programming, but by a stark warning from BHRT, the country’s only state-level public broadcaster may soon shut down. Burdened by mounting debt and political deadlock, BHRT now faces a very real possibility — going off air for good.
From Athens to the Arctic: The Story of Valentinos Pourikas
Narrative Profile: Valentinos Pourikas | Tromsø, Norway There is a specific kind of cold that settles over Tromsø in February—the kind that bites your cheeks, stiffens your fingers, and makes...
Burnout before 30: why Gen Z is exhausted already
For a generation raised on promises of opportunity, flexibility and digital freedom, exhaustion has arrived early. For many in their twenties, burnout is no longer a mid-career crisis. It is a starting condition.
The Rise of the “Instagram Face”: When Beauty Becomes a Template
Scroll through Instagram long enough and the faces begin to blur together. The same lips, the same cheekbones, the same sculpted jawline. In the age of the “Instagram face,” beauty is no longer about individuality — it’s about fitting the algorithm.
The Vital Role of Third Places in Society
Cafes, parks, libraries—these “Third Places” are more than hangouts. Outside home and work, they spark conversation, forge friendships, and shape young minds. In a world of screens and social distance, preserving these spaces isn’t optional—it’s essential for connection, growth, and a healthy society.
Malta Pays Drivers €25,000 to Quit — But the Traffic Keeps Coming
Malta’s latest transport policy offers €25,000 to drivers who surrender their licence, but many argue the scheme risks becoming an expensive distraction from the island’s deeper traffic crisis.
Open Monuments: Unlocking Italy’s Hidden Heritage
Italy is known as the country with the richest cultural heritage in the world. According to UNESCO data, the country has the largest number of sites inscribed on the World Heritage List, a record that reflects the sheer number of archaeological sites, historic cities, monuments, and cultural landscapes present throughout the country.
Intergenerational Fairness: Can the EU keep its promises to the next generation?
At the beginning of March, the EU published its first Strategy Paper on the topic of “intergenerational fairness”. What is it, and why is it a priority for Ursula von der Leyen's Commission? Let's look into the EU's long-term ambitions for young people.
