The Karlovian
A media platform by PPE Students of Charles University (BA in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics)
Why does the US bomb Yemen?
By: Isciane Genuist For the past two weeks, the United States has intensified its airstrikes in Yemen,targeting the Houthis, a rebel group based in the southern part of the Arabian Peninsula. U.S. President Donald Trump aims to apply maximum pressure on Iran to force it to abandon its nuclear ambitions. “Real pain is yet to…
Recent Articles
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A (not so) Comprehensive Museum Guide
Prague is a great city for a tourist. Beautiful scenery of the old city, local cuisine, and tasty beer. What else do you need for a short week of cultural tourism or even a weekday? But a month passes, the scenery gets repetitive, local cuisine turns into everyday food and you just might gain some…
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Orientation Week Events
With courses at FSV/UK starting up on October 2nd, the 25-1st is known by differing names: Welcome Week, Orientation Week, or Freshers Week. Although, regardless of the name your program calls it. The bottom line remains, that there are things to do and people to see, so in this article, you will find our honest…
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Sightseeing Guide: Prague
“Prague has just been voted the most beautiful city in the world.” Welcome to Prague! We are excited to let you in on the secrets of how to wander around Prague. In this sightseeing guide, we’ll take you on a journey to uncover the hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and cultural treasures of diverse destinations. Get…
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A Bite Without Breaking the Bank: Prague Gastro-Guide
With costs continuing to rise, finding an affordable and satisfying bite is quickly becoming a challenge. That’s why we have come together to assemble some of our favorite spots for authentic, local, and delicious food. In order to be considered for this roundup, some conditions have to be met. Our first condition is that meals…
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A First Year Survival Guide Declassified
When you first set foot in Prague, you’re not simply starting a new chapter in your academic career; you’re entering a city with centuries of history, a thriving cultural scene, and a distinct blend of old-world elegance and modern vibrancy. Prague, often known as “The Golden City” or “The City of a Hundred Spires,” has…
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A Budapest Travel Guide
As the sister city to Prague, Budapest is quickly on the rise as a “Must” Travel destination for central European(ers). So during my recent trip to the city, I made sure to jot down notes for later assembly into a guide, so our readers can enjoy their potential trip to the max. So without further…
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How the Georgian Civil Society Taught Us The Power of Will
On the 14th and the 22nd of February 2023, a radical faction in the Georgian Parliament, formed by ex-members of the ruling Georgian Dream party, proposed two versions of the “On Transparency of Foreign Influence” bill, which requires that nongovernmental organizations, print, internet, and broadcast media must register with the Justice Ministry as “agents of…