Democracy

Two Sides of the Same Coin: Queerness and Democracy

Hungary’s 2025 Pride became a bold freedom parade: queer defiance against Orban’s authoritarianism and erosion of democracy.

Serbia Corruption Crisis Exposes EU’s Democratic Double Standard

Protests in Serbia expose EU silence as corruption, media pressure, and democratic backsliding deepen ahead of critical accession talks.

Behind Bars: A Coup in the Making

On the 15th of January, 2025, authorities arrested South Korean President Yun Seok-Yeok on charges of attempting to establish a military dictatorship and organising a coup.

Russia’s Orbit: The Outgoing Georgian President 

Georgia's political situation continues to unravel as outgoing President Salome Zurabishvili refused to step down, challenging the legitimacy of her successor, Mikheil Kavelashvili, on Monday. Only time will tell if Tbilisi circles Moscow or charts a new orbit alongside the EU.

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Greece’s €1.6 Billion Bet: Can Money Solve the Demographic Crisis?

Greece faces a demographic crisis with population set to drop to 8m by 2050; a €1.6bn plan aims to boost births and lure back emigrants.

Belarusian Spy Network Uncovered in Europe

Czechia, Romania, and Hungary dismantle Belarusian spy ring in Europe, exposing KGB-linked agents and expelling diplomats.

West Africa’s New Cocaine Highway: Europe’s Venezuelan Moment?

Last week, the French Navy seized nearly six tonnes of cocaine off West Africa's coast. Another routine bust? Hardly.

Critterz: The Automation of the Dream Factory Has Begun

Silicon Valley is making a £24 million bet on solving a Hollywood problem. The outcome could reshape European film forever or reveal the inherent limits of code.

Comedy: A Tool for Awareness and Healing

DET’s Mariem Dekhili talks with Mina Liccione on comedy as healing, turning pain into laughter, and raising awareness through art.