The Best TV and Web Series in 2016
A personal review of the series highlights from 2016. The top three: The Crown, Westworld und Billions.
Author - Christian Janisch
All articles by Christian Janisch
Understanding Hungary
History does not always lead to a better understanding between nations - a group of experts highlighted and discussed issues relevant to Hungary.
Social Media: Emotional Battlefield or Historical Opportunity?
Despite all its problems, Dr. Daniele Ganser considers social media as a historical chance.
Constructive Ideas in Times of Populism
in a discussion chaired by Paul Schmidt, an expert group examined constructive ideas in an increasingly populistic world
The Dictatorial Grasp on the Truth?
The battle for the control of the truth is raging. Based loosely on George Orwell, Ministries for Truth are sprouting up everywhere. Is caution called for?
The Future of Peace and Security – The Role of the OSCE
International experts speak about: the expectations of the Austrian chairmanship for 2017, the relation to Russia and how the OSCE is viewed worldwide.
Yemen – Crisis, Revolt, War
Yemen: Two experts on the region explain the complex situation in the war-torn south west of the Arabian peninsula. The solutions will not be easy!
In Your Face
A fish rots from the head down. - If the elites fail, then society fails. If the role models fall into scandals and swamps of corruption, then the system breaks down.
Congress “The Defenders of Europe” – Welcome Evening
Great excitement beforehand: according to the media, the right-wing extremists are taking over the Redoutensäle in Linz in order to discuss future plans and to network.
Transparency in Practice
For the first time, the district authorities of Vienna’s inner city invited citizens to the presentation of the 2017 budget. The public interest was limited ...
Identitarian Cultural Revolution?
Since the establishment and battle cry in 2012 the Identitarians are gaining support throughout Europe. A youth movement, angry citizens or only a form of right-wing extremism?
Russia after the Parliamentary Elections
In September the Russian population elected a new parliament. Discussion: result, relationship between Europe and Russia and the role of media Propaganda.