The Skills We Take for Granted: What Didn’t Exist 20 Years Ago
Twenty years ago, the world looked remarkably different. The iPhone hadn't been invented yet, social media was in its infancy, and many of the skills we use daily didn't even exist. Let's explore the abilities that have become second nature to us but would have seemed like science fiction in 2005.
Limited Opportunities for International Travel and Cultural Exchange
Opportunities for international travel and cultural exchange have long been a valuable way to broaden perspectives, build understanding, and develop personal and professional skills. However, many Europeans face limitations in...
What is the President’s Youth Advisory Board expected to deliver?
The President’s Youth Advisory Board introduces a new channel for structured dialogue between young Europeans and the Commission. Its impact will depend on how effectively youth perspectives are integrated into policy design. The coming years will show whether the mechanism becomes a consistent tool for participation.
What is it like to work at a unique club for young people in Spiš?
In the small town of Spišská Belá in eastern Slovakia, a unique club has been operating for 15 years, where mainly young people spend their free time. Its coordinator - 21-year-old Jakub Varga - told us what working in this club is like.
How Wealth Quietly Controls What Democracy Can Achieve
In 2026, a pension fund can move billions across borders in milliseconds, while voters debate policies that will never be allowed onto the agenda. This is what quiet power looks like today.
The Hidden Algorithm Problem: How AI Is Quietly Changing Democracy for Gen Z
Most Gen Z citizens don’t get their political information from TV debates or newspapers. We get it from feeds, timelines, and recommendations. And increasingly, those are shaped by algorithms we didn’t choose - and rarely notice.
PEJ – Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs – LIBE
This overview discusses different migration pacts and their impact on the human rights of migrants. It also explores the challenges faced by migrants and Member States in the migration process, explaining the Pact on Migration and Asylum in detail. It examines the effectiveness of these regulations and agreements, proposing a comprehensive approach to migration that integrates measures from Member States and the EU.
Chios shipwreck: 15 dead, and Greece’s institutions under scrutiny
Fifteen died off Chios after a Coast Guard encounter with a migrant boat—yet the onboard cameras were not switched on. With official claims clashing against testimonies, the crucial evidence is missing. When lethal operations go undocumented, the shipwreck becomes institutional.
