Schulz’s original sin
Martin Schulz chose not to openly champion for “red-red-green”. He then plunged in the polls, also failing to represent an alternative for Germany and Europe.
Dialogue
A statesman without a state
How Jean-Claude Juncker surprised everybody during his State of the European Union address.
Schröder’s disciples
Renzi and Macron aim to promote growth and employment by following the path of Germany’s last social-democratic chancellor. They may be digging their own graves.
The Siberian elements: Irkutsk and Olkhon Island, the jewel of Lake Baikal
Fast forwarding the time, my body clock gone haywire, I arrive into Irkutsk and its delicious cocktail of architecture, cultures, traditions and peoples.
The adventure nearly stops where it starts: St Petersburg and Moscow
My travel starts with two great Russian cities and not without a bump.
Is immigration a good solution to demographic challenges?
Europe’s future depends on immigration, but ending the tragedy in the Mediterranean will require a new approach to education and global inequality.
Aviation after Brexit: Feathers fly, planes stay grounded
Airlines might start cancelling flights as early as six months before the end of Brexit negotiation period if no deal is reached.
Planning my itinerary to Middle of Nowhere
I’m leaving Europe for the summer to explore Russia, Mongolia and China.
Children should not be used as an argument for or against gay marriages
The right to adopt is a distraction in the gay marriage debate. The real discussion should be on how to build societies that treat everyone with equal dignity.
EU’s first state funeral: Remember the past to build the future
Kohl’s funeral showed just how far Europe has come since the division and war. His vision of peace, unity and shared identity is gradually becoming a reality.
