The Politics of Eurovision
Many believed Ukraine’s song “Stefania,” performed by the Kalush Orchestra, would win the competition going into the 2022 Eurovision final. The song’s inspiration came from […]
Articles by Katrina Cassar
Has the rise of the strongman leader become a central feature of global politics?
A strongman leader is a political leader who concentrates power in their own hands, often at the expense of democratic institutions and processes. Such leaders […]
The Problem with Student Activism in Malta – Katrina Cassar
In recent years, Malta has witnessed a growing trend of student activism, particularly in response to issues such as climate change and political corruption. While […]
Political Correctness in Comedy: Punching Up vs Punching Down
Comedy has always been a powerful tool to comment on the world around us. Through humour, comedians can address important issues and challenge social norms, […]
Exploring Discrepancies Between Private, Church, And State Schools
In Malta, there tends to be very large discrepancies between private, church, and state schools. I decided to create a survey to explore some of […]
How Our Culture Perpetuates Sexual Abuse
Trigger warning: this article contains mentions of the different types of sexual abuse one might endure In 2015, 85% of victims of sexual assault in […]
Political Fanaticism In Malta From The Eyes Of A Student
It is no secret that Malta has an intrinsic culture of political fanaticism. You name it, we’ve seen it: mass meetings, ‘debates’ which turn into […]