Stories about Ideas from June, 2016
The Uncertain Future of the Syrian Revolution
With its many factions dispersed, the Syrian Revolution is now staggering between an internationally-planned political solution and the long, lost dream of military triumph.
Macedonian Youth Speak Out About Freedom of Expression Through Mini-Videos
"The important thing for the youth to understand is that you do not let them mute you, no matter what."
Balkan Right-Wing Populists Gloat Over #Brexit
While the official reactions by most Balkan governments included expressions of guarded concern for the EU after the Brexit, Europhobic representatives of right-wing parties expressed joy via social networks.
Brexit: Heartbroken, But Not Broken
"Ignoring what's been going on in our country's politics is what got us here today. We were too uninvolved in decisions that have made a huge impact on our lives."
Updated and Translated, ‘Hiroshima Archive’ Preserves Eyewitness Testimony of Atomic Attack
"Few survivors remain today and soon there will be none. Who then can speak from personal experiences of the effects of nuclear war upon humanity?"
10 Athletes From Four Countries Will Compete at the Olympics Under One Banner: Refugee
"In the refugee camp, we have no facilities – even shoes we don’t have. There is no gym. Even the weather does not favor training..."
A Jamaican Children's TV Show Promotes Respectful, Caring Communities
"If we don't invest in the youth, we will never grow. They need our hands, our wisdom, our support, our investment. Let's have a collective vision."
One Photographer’s Mission to Change People’s Perception of Burn Survivors
"For me all of them are inspiring. They are not victims. They are survivors. Fighters. Literally, they are happy."
The Diaspora Comes Together to Contribute to Madagascar’s Development
"I’ve spent most of my life in France, but my whole family is...Malagasy. I think there’s a desire for us to gather and talk about our mixed cultural identity."
Helping Refugees in Europe Get Connected to the Internet
"Connecting with family is a top priority for newly arrived refugees who want their loved ones to know they are safe."
Japan's Love Affair With Capybaras
In Japan, there is an online subculture devoted to capybaras, the friendly giant rodent from South America.
Mexico, on the Mountaintop, or in the Abyss?
Forced disappearances, mass graves, widespread impunity, a devaluing currency, economic crisis. Does anyone still think Mexico is on the right track?
Bangladesh's ‘Eco-Cooler’ Beats the Heat Without Electricity
A new social venture has come up with a simple idea to provide a cheap solution to the problem of overheating in the summer in areas without electricity.
Threats of Criminal Charges Do Not Deter Macedonia's ‘Colorful Revolutionaries’
According to experts, the charges are illegal from several points of view.
No Apologies, But Most Japanese View Obama's Historic Visit to Hiroshima Positively
Despite some complaints, most Japanese people appear to have reacted favorably to President Obama's May 27 visit to Hiroshima.
Zanj Radio: Jamaica's Online Music Station With a Social Message
"This is not just another media entity. It is a solution."
The Archbishop of Cyprus Says He's ‘Satisfied’ With a Far-Right Party's Election Success
"Are you satisfied that they don't condemn Nazism? Are you satisfied by swastikas? By angled crosses?"
