Unity
EUROPE
EU at a Impasse: Political Realism Over Moral Clarity
EU divided over Israel research funding: Germany and Italy block suspension, exposing moral hypocrisy and unity crisis in Brussels.
EUROPE
Belgium: Invisible Identities No More
A simple ‘bonjour’ in Belgium exposes the serious linguistic fissures threatening to pull Europe apart, from east to west and north to south.
EUROPE
Gaza Opens Up New Strands of Debate in British Judaism
Progressive Judaism merges in UK, reshaping Jewish identity with ethical debate on Israel, unity in diversity, and political conscience.
WORLD
Un-Intended Consequences: Europe Under a New White House
Nine days into Trump's presidency and Europe is uniting on issues that once seemed intractable for good or for worse.
LIFESTYLE
Fairouz at 90: Cultural Touchstone Hits a New Milestone
Fairouz, the "Jewel of Lebanon," has captivated the Arab world for over seven decades with her timeless music that blends traditional Arabic melodies with modern elements, addressing themes of love, nostalgia, and patriotism, while uniting listeners across the Levant, Palestine, and the broader MENA region.
Popular
Madagascar: A Postcolonial Wave of Francophone Influence Lost
President Rajoelina fled Madagascar on a French military plane as protestors took over the capital. Paris is losing its hold on yet another former territory.
Austria: Mediation, European Security, and the MENA
Austria remains committed to peace, neutrality, and mediation — focusing on European security and strong global partnerships even in the Middle East.
Sex, Skeletons, and Rituals: Marina Abramović’s Balkan Epic
Marina Abramović’s “Balkan Erotic Epic” fuses eroticism, ritual, and spirituality, redefining the body as a sacred, cultural force.
Don’t Poke the Bear: Denmark Plays to Trump on American Arms
Trump’s renewed bid for Greenland pushes Denmark into a costly defense dilemma: funding U.S. arms for Ukraine, not itself.
Neutrality in Question? Austria Debates Age Old Thinking
Austria debates its military neutrality amid rising NATO influence in Europe, as Brigadier Dr. Walter Feichtinger analyses security shifts post-Ukraine invasion.
