Identity-Europe
Culture-Nordic
Norway Says Goodbye to Their King of 35 Years
King Harald V, Norway's longest-reigning monarch in decades, has died at 89 after 35 years on the throne. As his son becomes King Haakon VIII, we look back at a life that traced Norway's own journey, from wartime refugee to reformer of a modern monarchy.
Culture-Gulf
Bahrain: A Culture That Builds People Before Buildings
Culture
Culture-Nordic
Norway Says Goodbye to Their King of 35 Years
King Harald V, Norway's longest-reigning monarch in decades, has died at 89 after 35 years on the throne. As his son becomes King Haakon VIII, we look back at a life that traced Norway's own journey, from wartime refugee to reformer of a modern monarchy.
Culture-Gulf
Bahrain: A Culture That Builds People Before Buildings
Culture isn't found in buildings, but in how people care for one another. A reflection on the values, family, and community that make Bahrain home
Culture-Europe
The Timeless Power of Etiquette: Why Respect Never Goes Out of Style
Etiquette is far more than rules and table manners. Rooted in respect, kindness, and human connection, it remains one of the most powerful life skills—helping us build trust, communicate with confidence, and navigate an increasingly complex world.
Contributor Spotlight
Snezana Nina Shamtani
Etiquette & Executive Presence
With 20+ years of international experience, Nina helps people communicate and lead with confidence. She writes on etiquette, protocol and personal presentation.
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Dr. Mona El Rubi
Art, Culture & Creative Education
Artist, educator and founder of Artitude Creativity Hub, with a PhD in Art and Culture. She writes on art, heritage, travel and creative education.
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Achievement-Europe
30,000 Strangers Saw It Before I Did
Madeline Puckette spent years chasing a credential to prove she belonged in wine. What actually opened the door was a skill she already had — and a drawing she almost dismissed as a side project. A story about outsider eyes, and why they're often the asset, not the apology.
Achievement-Nordic
The Long Way North: A Nordic Leadership Story
From engineer to president of PWN Norway, Valentina Buratti reflects on leadership, resilience, and the power of radical responsibility. Her journey shows how ambition, community, and service can create lasting impact far beyond a job title.
Achievement-Europe
PWN: How It All Began
Long before diversity became a corporate priority, Avivah Wittenberg-Cox was challenging how organizations think about leadership, gender, and ageing. Today, the founder of PWN Global argues that longevity is reshaping careers, ambition, and opportunity.
Science
Science-Europe
Creative Use of Ai - Opportunities and Boundaries
AI is reshaping how we create, raising real questions about copyright, rights and responsibility along the way. Manuela Hofer asks where the boundaries should sit, and argues that the future lies in collaboration, not replacement.
Science-Nordic
From Architecture to Impact: Designing Safer Communication in Healthcare
Maja Magnusson did not set out to build a translation app. Her path began in architecture, design, consulting and tech — disciplines that all ask a similar question: how do complex systems actually work for the people inside them?
Science-Nordic
The Whale: a Living Monument to The Arctic Ocean
As Norway’s new northern landmark takes shape, a central question emerges: will Andenes get a world-class marine research centre, or just a high-budget tourist attraction?
Identity
Identity-Europe
The Art of Reinventing Yourself in a New Country
Moving abroad often means losing the role, routine and people that once defined you. Here's what can help as you rebuild — one small, proactive step at a time.
Identity-Europe
A Global Take on Children and Screens
How much screen time is too much? Dr Kayleigh Sumner asks better questions instead — what is the screen replacing, and are we connected enough to talk about it. A calm, global view, anchored above all in sleep.
Identity-Nordic
Follow Your Heart and Happiness Will Follow
Amina Leelo Weewo’s journey took her from Finland to Bahrain, where faith, friendship, and cultural discovery transformed her life. Today, she connects women across continents, building bridges between cultures through dialogue, leadership, and understanding.
