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.
Pax Americana and the aftermath of Empire
Pax Americana is fading as the US shifts from guarantor to ideological actor in Europe. The 2025 US National Security Strategy openly supports European nationalist forces and frames EU integration and migration as cultural threats. This marks a turn from alliance to cultural warfare, forcing Europe to rethink its strategic autonomy.
The Nutrition Divide
The Nutrition Divide reveals how unhealthy food harms the brain and how socioeconomic inequalities deepen unequal access to nutritious food and learning outcomes. It calls for policy reform to ensure fair nutrition for all, while offering practical tips for eating healthy on a budget.
Southern Europe is drying out
Southern Europe is running out of time—and water. From Bulgaria’s collapsing networks to Cyprus’ empty dams and Greece’s record-low reservoirs, the Mediterranean has become Europe’s frontline of a structural crisis. Climate change, chronic underinvestment, and soaring demand are pushing entire regions past the point of seasonal shortages.
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.
Borders of the Future: How European Innovation Is Reshaping Border Security
New technologies — from drones to digital twins — are redefining how the European Union protects its borders. A large-scale demonstration in Turku, Finland, showed the promise of these innovations, but also raised crucial questions about their costs, risks, and long-term impact.
Not Just Tanks and Trenches: War Accelerates Inclusive Transport Revolution in Ukraine
Despite war and destroyed infrastructure, Ukraine is pushing for a transport system that is not only functional but also inclusive. The key question: can accessibility efforts withstand the pressures of conflict and reconstruction?
Will a Stronger Europol Change the Fight Against Human Smuggling?
A new agreement between the European Parliament and the Council could mark one of the biggest boosts to Europol’s powers in years.
