Venezuela: The Europe’s myopia as international law is rewritten in crude (power) oil
Venezuela just became the stage for something bigger than Venezuela: a US raid in Caracas ended with Nicolás Maduro in American custody, and the West mostly whispered about “calm” and “international law.” Trump framed it as a rebooted Monroe Doctrine—spheres of influence, openly claimed.
Debate Kit – Social Networks
A social network is a website or mobile application that allows users to develop social interactions and build a network of acquaintances, friends, or professional contacts with whom they interact in real time. Those aged 16-25 are the heaviest users of social networks. How to debate this issue?
1,700 years later: Nicaea as the stage for the new geopolitics of christianity
In Nicaea, Pope Leo XIV and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew stood together on the ruins of the ancient basilica of St. Neophytos, reviving a moment of unity.
This Year’s Chopin Competition Winner Comes from the United States
The 19th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition has a new champion: American pianist Eric Lu. He received the main prize and the gold medal on Tuesday, presented by President Karol Nawrocki.
“A healthy society is one that is aware of what’s going on” – Interview
Tamar (name changed) is a young student from Georgia. She talked about cultural differences and the political situation in her country, as well as what gives her hope for bringing about positive change.
Is tourism in Malta a blessing or a curse?
Malta welcomed over 3.5 million tourists in 2024, fueling economic growth but overwhelming local services, harming the environment, and changing traditional lifestyles. As authorities consider caps and emissions cuts, the nation faces a crucial balancing act between prosperity and preservation.
European Heritage Days as a Cultural Laboratory
Architecture takes center stage for the 2025 European Heritage Days.
An Olympic Flame in turbulent times
The flame lit in Olympia travels toward Milan–Cortina amid a Europe shaped by war, diplomatic tension and shifting alliances. Debates over Russian and Belarusian athletes underline how deeply politics now intersects with the Olympic stage. Italy prepares for record crowds and a sprawling, high-stakes Winter Games that mirror the continent’s uncertainty.
Louvre and the secret life of Europe’s stolen art
The Louvre heist was framed as a “wound to the French soul,” even though the stolen regalia were prized mostly for their material value. The incident exposed gaps in security and the speed with which political narratives take shape. It also resurfaced questions about the origins of the stones themselves, which came from Asia, Africa, or South America.
