One of the great threats the world faces today is climate change. While the situation may seem dire, we must remember that there is still hope. Many initiatives go through daily developments to build toward a brighter future. Rewilding is …
Protesters Demand End to War in Ukraine, Three Years On
Protesters holding signs demanding the end of the war, archival footage - Foto: Pixabay
Thousands of people rallied together a day before the third anniversary of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, demanding peace and Europe’s support. The event was organized by the non-profit organization Promote Ukraine, which advocates for Ukrainian refugees. Its …
Tear down the walls, why it’s time for men to cry
Crying man - Image by Freepik
“If my man doesn’t cry on our wedding day, I don’t want him.” Many women across social media used the phrase, which gained millions of views over the summer. The TikTok trend, which began in 2022, shows that society is becoming …
How men trapped themselves behind dry eyes
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In my family, crying is like eating an apple. We might not do it every day, but we know it’s something healthy that we can’t avoid sometimes. And when I say “we”, I include my dad and my brothers. Unlike …
From street performances to the most prestigious concert halls
Kristīne Balanas playing the violin - PHOTO: Klinta Kazāka
I remember when my violin teacher asked me: “Kristīne, do you want to play the violin full time?” I was living without my parents in the capital of Latvia with older girls as roommates, having the time of my life. …
Trump’s second term – what will this mean for Ukraine?
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President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that Russia’s war in Ukraine will end “sooner” under Donald Trump than it would have otherwise in an interview with Ukrainian media. Zelensky referenced his phone call with Trump after the US presidential elections, remaining adamant …
Re-release of ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’ sparks criticism on lyrics
"THE TWELVE (45 RPM) SLEEVES OF CHRISTMAS: 'Do They Know It's Christmas?' - Band Aid (1984)" by RetroLand U.S.A. is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0.
As the 2024 Ultimate Mix of Band Aid’s Do They Know It’s Christmas? has been announced by the song’s producers, it has been criticized for its outdated portrayal of Africa. The song will be released on the 25th of November, marking …
Austrian Student Union’s posting about the academic ball causes a stir
An annual ball hosted by a right-wing Austrian party in Vienna draws protests from various groups, including the Austrian Student Union. This event, seen as a gathering point for right-wing organizations across Europe, sparks demonstrations. This year, the Student Union’s …
Belgium’s hidden community of the role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons
PLAYERS CREATE CHARACTERS USING CHARACTER SHEETS AND EMBARK ON COLLABORATIVE ADVENTURES; PHOTO: KATHARINA WOISETSCHLÄGER AND MANOLIS GUSTAFSSON
The game is about to start and the whole bar is full to the brim. “Gosh, I haven’t seen you in a long time,” says Tanner Rawlings, one of the newly arrived players, walking up to his friend, Sigurd Joostens. …
Why John, the telecom operator from Yorkshire, would benefit from a salary cap in football
Instead of spending seven years of heavy studying to get a degree, which in turn will get you a good wage, you should apply on the FIFA agent platform to become a football agent. It will only take you a …