On May 2025, the streets of Kumanovo came alive with energy, unity, and purpose as the city hosted the 7th edition of the Born2Run race—an event that has become a powerful symbol of solidarity and community resilience.
written by CID Makedonija, North Macedonia
In the digital age, social media platforms have transformed the way we communicate, connect, and share information. However, this unprecedented connectivity has also given rise to a darker side of interaction – social media bullying. As these platforms have become integral parts of daily life, the prevalence and impact of online harassment, cyber-bullying, and digital abuse have gained alarming momentum, posing serious challenges for users worldwide.
written by Bogdan Joković, Serbia
Pandemic of Covid-19 obviously changed the world and marked the year of 2020. In Serbia corona virus “arrived” in March, and on the 15th we had a state of emergency. It doesn’t seem any different after almost a year…
written by Nikola Petrović, Serbia
Physical punishment can have lasting effects on children’s well-being, while positive parenting approaches help foster healthy development, confidence and mutual respect.
written by Melani Gijevska, North Macedonia
Even though slavery was officially globally abolished by the end of the 19th century, close to 50 million people, many of which are women and children, are effectively experiencing some forms of modern slavery.
written by Oyunbayar Munkhbat, Greece
Does using AI help students learn more, or does it simply make it easier to complete the task? This article explores what AI literacy really means – and why knowing when to use AI, when to question it, and when to rely on your own thinking may be the most important skill of all.
written by Nikola Srećković,, Serbia
On August 8, 2025, the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) officially comes into force, introducing the first-ever comprehensive EU-level legislation dedicated to protecting media freedom, pluralism, and the independence of journalists. Although it primarily applies to EU member states, its influence will likely extend across Europe, especially in neighboring regions.
written by Garali Safouen, Tunisia
Numerous songs, poems to novels and movies are dedicated to love, it is one of the most enduring subject for artworks through the ages; just try to imagine how much its related to the historical, cultural, and even evolutionary human experience!
written by Marina Medhat, Egypt
Media misinformation and disinformation is a major worldwide problem, as media plays a big role everyday in our lives. Everyone uses media for different purposes. In today’s society, it’s hard to tell what’s true and what’s fake!, and we have seen more and more people fall victim to media – induced confusion, believing all kinds of fake stories which leads to unnecessary drama.
written by Hany Amin, Egypt
High unemployment and limited opportunities for economic mobility are the biggest challenges for the Egyptian youth, which is among the largest globally with nearly 2/3 of the country’s population under the age of 30.
written by Džejlana Aganović, Bosnia and Herzegovina
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, and across much of the Western Balkans, young people often feel stuck between ambition and stagnation. While EU policies promote youth empowerment, democracy and inclusion, the reality on the ground often feels not as such.
written by Bogdan Vasić, Serbia
In the Western Balkans, history has left deep scars. Ethnic tensions, political divisions, and lingering mistrust continue to shape relationships across the region. But amid these challenges, one powerful and often underestimated tool for peacebuilding is making a quiet comeback: sport.