Pollution of the Tetovo city with smoke and smog under Shar Mountain - Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons
If you read the news, you probably know that our planet is on fire — literally. It might feel hopeless, and you might want to tune out, but don’t be fooled — there’s still time to turn this around. What’s going …
The UN estimates the Ukraine is now the most mined nation in the world. Photo: Creative Commons - Landmine warning sign in BiH - Darij & Ana / CC BY 2.0.
An anti-personnel mine is an explosive device designed to injure or kill people. It is widely banned under the Ottawa Treaty due to its long-term threat to civilians. However, some NATO countries are considering leaving the treaty. Why is this …
Hamdan Saray at his atelier. Picture by Ouassima Oualkadi
Hamdan Saray, a 49-year-old Iraqi painter born in Baghdad, fled his homeland in 2003 after the American invasion of Iraq. He transformed the trauma of surviving three wars into a powerful artistic journey. Saray, who currently resides in Belgium, explores …
A wide smile from where I am now | Image by Urzina Dela Cruz
Behind the artist of the illustrations permanently inked on the human skin, a deep story lies. This is Joan Dumez, a 27-year-old full-time tattoo artist in Belgium. Moving here when she was still young, having majored in game graphics, she …
For centuries, humans have been afraid of vampires, yet many forget that this bloodsucker is not the only creature that preys on the unsuspecting. The cryalot, an often-forgotten spirit from ancient folklore, thrives by sucking up the emotions from people …
Nicole Rushing's extensive theater career has taken her to the Netherlands, England, and Japan among other countries (Credit: Anna Bures)
I couldn’t tell you when I knew I wanted to be a performer. My parents were both ballet dancers, so I grew up in the theater world. It has always been a part of my life – I’m a complete …
Piotr Górka leaning on his double bass - photo: Hanna Kuzia
“It’s like riding the bike, you’re free to do whatever you want and choose the paths you desire – the lack of stability pins you down to Earth.” Polish double bass player and jazz musician Piotr Górka (39) has played …
Jay's 'Dear stranger' project consists out of hanging up letters in public places all over the world, like the Grand Place in Brussels. photo taken by De Laurier Nikki.
From the COVID lockdown streets in Melbourne to cities all over the world. Jay Ventress, better known as Jay the Author on Instagram, shows how even strangers can make you feel seen with his handwritten letters. Jay, a 27-year-old street …
Sabien Clement at work (Photo Zana Langbeen)
“Every drawing has a story—that’s how my brain works. Even in model drawing, a good model has their way of expressing their body. I read it, and I’m making a story quite directly.” For Sabien Clement, a 46-year-old artist living …
Photo: Davy Mulkers
The DD Pro Cycling Team entered a new phase in its development after participating in the 2025 Omloop het Nieuwsblad Women’s Edition. The race marked the young team’s first participation at the WorldTour level, the highest level of professional cycling …
