Lately, I’ve found myself thinking a lot about how prices have changed. It’s not just in my head — everything really is more expensive than it used to be. Inflation is a word we hear all the time, but for many people it sounds like something distant or abstract. In reality, though, it’s one of… Continue reading How Inflation Impacts Everyday Life in Germany
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The Political Storm Around VP Sara Duterte: Distractions, Debt, and the Search for Real Progress
In politics, the loudest stories often drown out the most important ones. Lately, the public conversation in the Philippines has been dominated by talks about impeaching Vice President Sara Duterte. The case has already gone through decisions by the Supreme Court and the Senate, and the results did not favor those pushing the impeachment. Yet… Continue reading The Political Storm Around VP Sara Duterte: Distractions, Debt, and the Search for Real Progress
Unsettling Times: A Wave of Bankruptcies in Germany
Something feels different walking through the streets of many German towns and cities today. Familiar stores are gone. Once-busy clinics have locked their doors. Midsize companies, even some well-known names, have suddenly disappeared. In a country known for stability, it’s unsettling. More and more businesses—from fashion chains to auto suppliers, bakeries to hospitals—are declaring bankruptcy… Continue reading Unsettling Times: A Wave of Bankruptcies in Germany
How the War Between Russia and Ukraine Changed Life for All of Us
It began in early 2022, when the world watched in disbelief as Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Most of us had seen conflict in other regions before, but this felt different. This was in Europe, between countries that had been neighbors for centuries, sharing not only borders but also histories, economies, and families.… Continue reading How the War Between Russia and Ukraine Changed Life for All of Us
