Losing something on the train is one of those annoying things that happens to everyone at some point: you are in a hurry and forget to check… Read more ““Don’t forget your belongings and remember to check out” – a train adventure (Audio story)”
Adreana Zammit blames ‘the media’ in her letter of resignation
Lawyer Adreana Zammit, who terminate her services for Transport Malta after the direct orders she was given were exposed, blamed the media for having to stop working for the Maltese authority.
Wrecks on the Beach – Theun Talsma combs the seashore for animals and artifacts
On a sunny Saturday morning a ferry takes me to Schiermonnikoog. Upon arrival I rent a bike and make my way onto the island. While cycling along… Read more “Wrecks on the Beach – Theun Talsma combs the seashore for animals and artifacts”
“Just like home” – An Easter story about Romanian Youth Migration
Because of the pandemic, many Romanians who study abroad celebrated Easter without their families this year. Some have received packages with traditional food and egg paint from… Read more ““Just like home” – An Easter story about Romanian Youth Migration”
A young Eritrean refugee took his own life in Amsterdam. It could’ve been prevented.
Years of neoliberal center-right politics have set Dutch social programs back considerably. The vice is tightening. We need to bring these issues to the fore and call… Read more “A young Eritrean refugee took his own life in Amsterdam. It could’ve been prevented.”
Dutch professional clubs run street football sessions through pandemic
“Go on, go on!” Floris dribbles faster. He tries his best to control the ball, but he trips over it and falls. “Nice try,” says the football… Read more “Dutch professional clubs run street football sessions through pandemic”
Celebrity Treatment for Healthcare Workers – a Wedding Photographer’s Repayment to Paramedic Officers
A wedding photographer out of work due to the pandemic is making dreams come true for healthcare workers to thank them for their work. Teodora Simon’s offering… Read more “Celebrity Treatment for Healthcare Workers – a Wedding Photographer’s Repayment to Paramedic Officers”
“We cannot think about the future” – students in Lebanon amid the crushing economic crisis
What would you do if suddenly your tuition fee increased dramatically, and you were not able to pay it anymore? Many Lebanese students had to ask themselves… Read more ““We cannot think about the future” – students in Lebanon amid the crushing economic crisis”
“It is like living multiple lives,” says student about the mental impact of language learning during quarantine
Pedro D’El Rodrigues “Yi er san” [one to three], it’s Tuesday evening, and Stephanie has logged in for the latest lesson of her Chinese language class —… Read more ““It is like living multiple lives,” says student about the mental impact of language learning during quarantine”
Will the 2021 Census finally provide a representative picture of the UK LGBT+ population?
For the first time, a question about sexual orientation was asked on the UK 2021 Census, the result of years of campaigning from LGBT+ organisations who hope… Read more “Will the 2021 Census finally provide a representative picture of the UK LGBT+ population?”
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