In this acerbic commentary, Staff Writer Chiara Lewis critiques British attitudes towards language learning based on her observations from her time in Paris.

In the second instalment of his musings on the wider reach of ‘International Klein Blue’, staff writer Jude Jones explores how the works of Australian artist Gordon Bennett offer a different angle to artistic reactions to ‘IKB’; and brings to light the perspective certain artworks can bring to contemporary crises.

Wiktoria Mól discusses Germany’s response to the conflict in Ukraine and explores its cautiousness to avoid repeating history.

In this article, Laetitia Maurat writes on the popular French app, ‘Elyze’, as it helps to bridge the gap between France’s youth and politics in the light of the upcoming presidential elections.

In the light of many sports teams severing their ties with Russian money, Barney Crawford argues that modern sporting organisations must move beyond vague value statements and confront the paradox inherent in their ideology.

As Valentine’s and singles’ day approach, Anja Gogo interviews the Italians’ perspective on love, exploring the difficulties and benefits of online dating

In this article, staff writer Joe Wherry writes on the famously socialist football club, the Red Star Paris FC, and explores the implications of the renovations of its Stade Bauer.

Cassie Penny looks into why the Saxon accent is so unpopular in Germany and why this attitude should be changed.

Scarlett Reiners discusses the housing crisis in Barcelona and how neighbourhood unions create hope for their community.

In this article, staff writer Joe Wherry explores the political implications of pantheonization, with a particular focus on the recent interment of Josephine Baker.

In part II of this article, Tom Taylor explore the suburbs of Paris and the lack of integration due to its architecture.

Nimue McDowall considers what Angela Merkel’s departure from office could mean for the upcoming French presidential elections, in light of the worrying rise of extreme political views.

Tom Taylor explores how the architecture of Paris restricts the growth of the city both upwards and outwards, potentially sealing its fate as a ‘museum city’.

Anatoly Grablevsky considers the lasting impact of the dissolution of the Soviet Union on the Russian national consciousness and its consequences for politics today.

Daphne Pleming explores the sustainable fashion scene in Berlin, looking at different German fashion brands and their approaches to sustainable fashion.

In this article, Joe Wherry discusses the politics of the “pass sanitaire” (health pass) in France, considered a “mal nécessaire” (“necessary evil”) by some, and an infringement on democratic rights by others.

Elle Shea investigates the relationship between Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portuguese national identity.

Tom Paterson looks to past and present to explore Vladimir Putin’s relationship with the Orthodox Church.