Opinion
This text criticizes the Dutch government's handling of acute prison personnel shortages. The author argues that "temporary" measures—like electronic monitoring, early releases, and shifting juvenile offenders to adult facilities—undermine public...
May 29, 2026
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Culture/Identity
Discover profound social criticism inspired by the Swedish series STHLM Requiem. Grounded in the philosophy of author Stig Dagerman, this article explores how industrialization, Henry Ford, and rigid social norms...
May 20, 2026
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Faith/Ritual
Explore human origins and the meaning of life through the lens of evolutionary biology, DNA-research, and Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution. Contrast scientific discoveries with the history of religion, holy...
May 8, 2026
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Opinion
In this critique by Antonius (Ton) Bakker, the author uses Bob Dylan’s "License to Kill" and Nietzschean metaphors to examine Europe’s precarious dependence on the US. As Mark Rutte navigates...
March 29, 2026
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6 Min Read
Faith/Ritual
Why did my mother wear a Huguenot cross? How did a Belgian soldier in the garrison town of Kampen change our family name? Through genealogical research, I discovered our direct...
February 20, 2026
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Opinion
The Spirit of Bali: Democracy and Solidarity in the Indonesian ElectionsWitnessing the Indonesian Elections on Bali revealed a striking sense of national solidarity. However, a conversation with a local farmer...
February 20, 2026
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5 Min Read
Culture/Identity
Is history repeating itself right before your eyes? From the prophetic storylines of Grey’s Anatomy to the hidden messages in 1970s pop hits, this compelling narrative explores the chilling parallels...
February 20, 2026
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Opinion
Governments worldwide claim to protect consumers and the environment, yet greenwashing scandals reveal a different reality. So-called plastic-free, eco-friendly detergents often contain Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA), a synthetic plastic linked to...
December 16, 2025
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Opinion
Humans struggle with understanding, identity, and cultural differences as social behaviour, comfort zones, and personal beliefs shape our lives. This reflection explores self-awareness, human nature, emotional dependency, relationships, and the...
December 11, 2025
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Faith/Ritual
You’ve raised a lot of interesting and thought-provoking points. Your reflections on holidays, faith, and the complexities of belief systems bring to light some fundamental questions about human behavior, cultural...
December 1, 2025
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