Author Archives: Nicolae Sfetcu

This is the framework in which the history of ancient Stoicism unfolds with its three great scholars, Zeno of Cittium (322-264), Cleanthes (264-232) and Chrysippus (232-204). This brief reminder was necessary to understand their political attitude. This attitude is clear: … Read More

Taylor Swift at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards In a dazzling midnight reveal, global pop icon Taylor Swift has officially announced her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. At exactly 12:12 a.m. ET on August 12, 2025, … Read More

U.S. Imposes Massive New Tariffs on 66 Countries On August 1, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order slapping sweeping tariffs—ranging from 10% to 41%—on imports from 66 countries including Canada, the EU, India, Taiwan, South Africa, and Brazil. Major … Read More

The Ionian wisdom with its clear images is contrasted by the efforts undoubtedly made around this time to revive the favor of ancient mythical cosmogonies. Onomacritus, who lived in Athens with Pisistratus (died in 527), is said, but probably wrongly, … Read More

Famine Intensifies in Gaza, Over 100 Dead in Recent Days Gaza’s humanitarian crisis has reached catastrophic levels, with at least 113 people—including 81 children—dying of starvation and malnutrition since the war began, and 5,000 new cases reported in July alone … Read More

Israel escalates assault on central Gaza Israel launched extensive air and ground operations in Deir al‑Balah, Gaza—a city previously serving as a refuge for tens of thousands of civilians—after ordering mass evacuations affecting around 80,000 people. Humanitarian organizations reported multiple aid … Read More

Arms deal & tariff ultimatum against Russia On July 14, U.S. President Trump, joined by NATO’s Jens Stoltenberg and Dutch PM Mark Rutte, announced a new military package for Ukraine, including Patriot air-defense systems funded by European allies. He also … Read More

Ideology refers to the philosophical movement that emerged from Çondillac, which long persisted in France despite powerful adversaries. The golden age of ideology began in 1795, with the creation of the Institute, whose second class was the Academy of Moral … Read More

Macron’s UK state visit reinforces European unity On July 8, French President Emmanuel Macron kicked off a three-day state visit to the UK, bolstering Franco-British cooperation on defense, AI, climate, and migration. He highlighted joint initiatives including Ukraine support, nuclear … Read More

WHO urges higher taxes on harmful products The World Health Organization has launched a major global initiative urging governments to increase “real prices” for tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks. The goal is to curb noncommunicable diseases and prevent millions of … Read More

Heatwave shatters records across Europe A historic heatwave continues to grip Europe, with Spain and Portugal reaching 46 °C and England recording its warmest June since 1884. Germany is also baking at 40 °C, prompting school and hospital infrastructure concerns. Italy has … Read More

George Berkeley (1685-1753), born in Dysert, was an Irishman of English origin. He attended Trinity College, Dublin, in 1700; he was made a Master of Arts and Fellow there in 1707. He entered the orders and was responsible for teaching … Read More