Inheritance on a plate
Food . Opinion piece . Politicsby Yuliia Adamiuk For centuries, Russia has appropriated the culture of other nations, incorporating it into its own identity. One of the most affected countries is Ukraine. The list of cultural elements Russia has taken from Ukraine includes our history, our artists, and, of course, our food. As the Russian-Ukrainian war continues into its eleventh
Europe’s dance with Extremism: Romania’s Presidential Elections are a warning
Controversy . Extremism . Media . Opinion piece . Politics . Romania . Societyby Hannah Borbely-Kubina Political extremism in Europe is no longer subtle; it’s out in the open. From far-right regimes in Hungary and Poland to the radical-left populists in southern Europe, extremism has gone mainstream. Economic instability, social divides, and distrust in traditional politics have left voters scrambling for answers, no matter how dangerous. Romania is
Money or Justice?
Culture . Opinion pieceby Alisiia Khaukha For the third year in a row, the International Ballroom Dancing Tournament has refused to eliminate Russian couples, even against the backdrop of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, presenting their participation in the competition as Neutral. Recently (7.11.2024 – 10.11.2024), the Dutch Open Championships was held in a small city, Assen, The Netherlands. This
Rethinking the Long Night of Museums: How to Make It Short and Sweet
City life . Culture . Opinion pieceby Jing-wen Lo On October 19, art venues across Munich, which typically close by 5 p.m., stayed open from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Celebrating its 25th year, the annual event Lange Nacht der Museen (Long Night of Museums) offered visitors the opportunity to explore more than 100 art spaces at night. However, those expecting
The cost of being female: unpacking the pink tax
Opinion piece . Society . Student lifeby Huan Lin Have you ever encountered this situation? While shopping, you notice that your favorite items in soft colors like pink are significantly more expensive than similar items in other colors. This phenomenon is known as the “pink tax.” It refers to the price premium added by retailers simply because a product has a