Nostalgia and Shared Memories of a Country’s Transition
A conversation with a friend at a restaurant unfolded around a moment when the local draft beer ran out, and an alternative was offered—a…
Happy Spanish Youth: A Closer Look at Income, Perception, and Social Expectations
A survey from the National Institute of Statistics examines happiness among Spaniards, focusing on young people under 29 who report high…
Kindness and the Shifting Tides of What We Value
In adolescence, the gaze often lands on surface traits—a smile, a spark of charm, or a bold sense of style. Over time, the lens shifts toward…
A Curious Look at Soviet Fast Food Through Memory and Meals
That saying about modern youth grabbing dubious snacks and the whole group getting sick while older generations enjoyed solid meals is…
Back to Seoul: Identity, Adoption, and Roots in a Modern Tale
The Cambodian-French director Davy Shu brings to light the film Back to Seoul, a story about a Korean girl adopted by a French family when she…
Strengthening Democracy Through Informed Participation and Clear Debate
Under current laws, municipal elections are scheduled across Spain for the fourth Sunday of May, with some Autonomous Communities, including…
EU Politics, Spain, and Austerity: A 2025 Perspective
Today, observers in Canada and the United States can view the European Union through a battery of experiences that echo familiar patterns. A…
Remembering a Cherished Friend: Grief, Art, and Enduring Bonds
A beloved person died suddenly, leaving a space inside that still aches. The loss arrived without warning, quietly, treacherously, and it tugs…
Cavafy, April, and the Poetics of Loss and Memory
On Cavafy, the April Connection, and The Art of Losing Well April threads through a remarkable life and a striking body of work. A person born…
Tel Aviv’s Pricey Pulse: A Personal Essay on Wealth, Debt, and Place
“If shit pays a price, beggars are born without asses,” says a thin, unshaven intellectual named Godard with a casual air. Aphorisms, as…