In this episode, Dr. Thu Nguyen helps us make sense of the EU’s biggest challenges and what we can expect from Germany in light of the recent elections. With wars at its borders, inequality among… [Read more]
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MONDAY TAKES – Modi and Musk: Between free speech and regulation
The uncensored comments made by Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok, created by xAI, criticizing Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have sparked a tempest in India. Grok called Modi “India’s most communal politician”, linked him to… [Read more]
MONDAY TAKES – “Most European country outside Europe?” That’s one way to say it.
Last week, new PM Mark Carney called Canada “the most European of non-European countries”. Sure, as a diplomatic nod to old allies, it plays well in Paris. But what does such framing of Canada through… [Read more]
MONDAY TAKES – Brace for Turbulence? Notes from a Canadian
As a Canadian, many parts of my national identity have been formed in reaction to the US. My face when accused of Americanism is well practiced. My Canadian angel complex is sentient. Don’t get me… [Read more]
Tunisia’s Green Energy Transition: Who bears the costs of climate adaptation?
Although Tunisia is positioned as a pioneer in renewable energy in North Africa, this green transition poses complex challenges for rural communities, especially women farmers facing migration and economic insecurity. The Tunisian experience reveals that… [Read more]
Beyond the Syllabus: Social Innovation with Johanna Mair
In this episode, we dive into social innovation with Johanna Mair, Professor at the Hertie School and Co-Director of the Global Innovation for Impact Lab at Stanford University. We explore the key moments that shaped her career,… [Read more]
MONDAY TAKES – Curb Your Privilege
In México, public attention for the security crisis often drowns in a cacophony of screams of over 450.000 murdered since 2006 and 120.000 currently missing people. This week, however, outrage and mourning is present across… [Read more]
MONDAY TAKES – Hertie Should Follow Amsterdam’s Lead: drop Hebrew University and defend human rights
The University of Amsterdam (UvA) just ended its exchange programme with the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HUJI). This decision followed an advisory committee report, which states that there is a serious risk of systemic human… [Read more]
MONDAY TAKES – A Penalty for All, a Prize for None
Ramadan, the holy month of fasting for Muslims all over the world, began on the evening of Friday, February 28, with the first day of fasting falling on Saturday, March 1. Yet, despite belonging to… [Read more]
MONDAY TAKES – Fetishization of Palestinian Existences
On March 2, 2025, the film No Other Land won the Oscar for Best Documentary. In response to this award ceremony, an excerpt from Mohammed El-Kurd’s book Perfect Victims was widely shared on social media… [Read more]