Why is the Nobel prize in physics, chemistry, physiology, literature and peace celebrated with classical music?

Soprano Malin Byström and Czech conductor Petr Popelka with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra. Picture: Fleur Lendemar Written by Fleur R Lendemar and Jana Ševčíková On December 8, the Nobel Prize Concert took place at Stockholm Concert Hall, a highlight of Nobel Week celebrating laureates’ contributions to society. The event, attended by Swedish royals, diplomats, Read More

New birth and challenges: How young students inject vitality into Sino-German cultural exchange

By Cunyu Liu & Huan Lin What comes to mind when you think of cultural exchange? Perhaps dazzling international expos, high-profile art exhibitions, or grand cultural festivals. These large-scale events undoubtedly showcase the richness and diversity of Chinese culture. However, the true charm of cultural exchange often lies in smaller, more personal stories. This is Read More

Foreign speakers hindered?

By Ollie Standen Sport is at the epicentre of most people’s lives, whether that is playing or watching a sport, people come together under the umbrella of sport with it being a common topic piece of conversation. Billions upon billions of people tune into sports each year with the same number participating in a sport Read More

Protecting the next generation: Australia’s bold social media ban for minors

Social media have become an integral part of daily life, especially among young people.But what happens when access to these platforms begins to deeply influence our self-perception?Australia has decided to tackle this issue head-on by banning the use of social media for those under 16. This measure raises crucial questions about the mental health of Read More

Closing the Gender Gap in STEM is No Longer Optional

Digital assistants like Siri are used in most of our daily lives. But their design often mirrors unsettling biases. Until 2019, the female-voiced Siri, when users directed offensive comments like “You’re a slut” at the female-voiced assistant, it would respond, “I’d blush if I could.” The algorithm was subsequently adjusted, but the problem persists: even as Read More

Stereotypes clouding the beautiful game

by Ollie Standen For the past 21 years, football has been an integral part of my life. Throughout recent years the growth of women’s football has been tremendous, with more participation from grassroots to professional level. The coverage of women’s football has also grown, with major sponsorship deals such as Sky Sports, showing 118 matches Read More

Europe or the abyss

The European Union has ceased to be a symbol of unity and has become a bureaucratic machine that erodes the sovereignty of its nations. Proposals such as “Dexit” are a legitimate response to a system that imposes controls that are foreign to ordinary citizens. Germany faces a dilemma: remain under the yoke of Brussels or Read More

Europe’s Dance with Extremism: Romania’s Presidential Elections Are a Warning

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. And Romania, is no exception. Read More

The Gender Triangle of Violence——How Females Become Invisible Criminals in Male Violence

On November 11, 2024, in Zhuhai, China, a 62-year-old man drove into a fitness plaza, killing 35 and injuring 43, one of China’s deadliest attacks since 2014. This is not isolated—five similar incidents occurred in a month. Post-pandemic pressures and depression, especially in Eastern countries, are increasingly manifesting as social violence. Not only triggered a Read More

The cost of being female: unpacking the pink tax

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 feminine label or Read More

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