Who would have thought, 50 years ago, that there would no longer be a Cold War, that technology would advance so fast and that we would be living in such an interconnected world that added so much to the empowerment of the people? Probably, only a few could have imagined the extent of change that … Continue reading Corona v Panama
To Die a False Martyr
Introduction In October 2020, France was put on hold after a French history teacher, was beheaded near a school in Paris. A mere two weeks prior, two journalists were stabbed outside the former Charlie Hebdo offices, a media outlet known for their satirical cartoons. These offices were the stage for an earlier attack in 2015, … Continue reading To Die a False Martyr
The Brexit Dilemma
Since 2016 now, the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) are working to enable the UK to leave the EU. At the beginning of 2020, the UK officially left the Union, while there is still a transition period until the end of the year. This event, which is commonly known as the 'Brexit', … Continue reading The Brexit Dilemma
How Does The Ideal School Look Like?
Probably the only factor that separates the human race from other animals is that humans aim to make sense of the world by increasing their knowledge and understanding of the world at a much higher rate. At the same time, this drive for more knowledge is the only relevant end of humanity's existence and lays … Continue reading How Does The Ideal School Look Like?
Do You Need a University Degree?
For centuries, people with university degrees enjoyed utmost respect in society. University education was of paramount importance to achieving a successful career and gaining prestige. While not being a strict prerequisite, having a university degree opened a lot of doors for many in the past. Certainly, for a long time access to university education was … Continue reading Do You Need a University Degree?