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People Watching: Spring
As the seasons change, so does the narrator’s grip on…
People Watching: Winter
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People Watching: Fall
Marlène has left. The world's silence echoes a deep void…
People Watching: Summer
In the pulsating Paris nightlife, two souls meet and become…
The Neapolitan Novel
By now, you have probably heard of the #1 book of the century in the "100 Best Books of the 21st Century" ranking in The New York Times. The 2011 novel by one of the most acclaimed Italian authors was even adapted into a TV series, which first hit the screens in 2018. But what…
Planet X (9): Myth or truth?
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What were the key reasons for the Jewish Bund’s demise in early revolutionary Russia?
A history essay exploring the causes of the fall of…
Iceland, a Laboratory of Inclusion: Chronicle of an Erasmus+ Journey into Social Policymaking
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Antonio de Oliveira Salazar, the Forgotten Dictator of Portugal
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Imagine standing in an open playground, late summer afternoon, with…
Naval Ravikant’s Way to Happiness
Naval Ravikant, a successful entrepreneur and investor, discovered that wealth…
4 Reasons Why You Should Read Divergent
"Divergent" by Veronica Roth presents a richly developed protagonist, Tris…
The 2024 Election Showdown
As the 47th American election approaches on November 5th, speculation…
Our Life Inside a Giant Black Hole
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On Civil Disobedience
Recently, “civil disobedience” has gained media attention. But what does it mean? Is peaceful revolution really a new concept?
Could you win a Fight with your younger Self?
Beating a 10-year-old in a fight doesn’t seem too hard of a task. Would you be proud of yourself for winning that fight though?
Hyperreality: When We Care for the Unreal
Baudrillard’s notion of hyperreality highlights society’s focus on simulacra over reality, reflecting a shift in our perception of truth.
The Science of Burnout
Burnout is becoming more and more prevalent in our society. How do we fix it?
Challenges in Teachers’ Working Conditions at European Schools
Local teachers struggle with fluctuating schedules and salaries, facing financial stress while trying to maintain work-life balance amid uncertainties.
Dystopia – or just Tomorrow’s News?
Dystopian futures are not to be confused with sci-fi ones – and we may be living in one.
Your Procrastination is your biggest Enemy – here’s why
We all know the feeling of putting something off for longer and longer, hoping it will somehow resolve itself. However, this habit could be more dangerous than we think.
International Women’s Day
International Women’s day on the 8th of March celebrates the women in our lives and efforts towards an equal society.
You are More than the Number on your Report Card
Grades may reflect part of your academic performance, but they don’t define who you are or what you can do.