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