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The place of horses in the modern world

Do you think using horses for work, sport, and entertainment is morally justified today?

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The use of horses for work, sport, and entertainment has long symbolized cooperation between humans and nature, but today it raises increasing moral concerns. For some, it is a beautiful tradition and part of our culture; for others, an example of the heartless exploitation of animals for human comfort and profit. Critics point to horse racing, tourism, and carriage transport as examples of violence disguised as folklore and tradition. Opponents, however, forget that humans also work hard every day, often in much worse conditions, and no one calls for such work to be banned. So is it really about empathy toward horses, or rather an attempt to silence our own guilty conscience?

09/10/2025

Historical ozone hole and UV radiation

Do you think the threat associated with the ozone hole and UV radiation was exaggerated by the media?

The ozone hole was one of the biggest media scare stories of the late 20th century. For years, there was talk of burns, skin cancer, and the end of life on Earth – yet today the topic has almost disappeared from the headlines. Is that proof that international actions truly worked, or rather that the whole phenomenon was deliberately exaggerated to push through costly regulations and create new markets for “eco-friendly” products? Many believe that the chemical and cosmetics lobbies profited the most from this global panic. And you – do you believe in a miracle of atmospheric recovery or in clever manipulation?

09/10/2025

Deposit system

Do you support the introduction of a deposit system for bottles and cans?

The deposit system for bottles and cans is a topic that divides people almost as much as taxes or vaccines. Some see it as a step toward a cleaner planet and more responsible consumption, while others view it as a clever way for the state to extract money under an environmental pretext. Supporters talk about millions of tons of plastic disappearing from forests and streets; opponents point to bureaucracy, queues, and higher prices. There are also questions about who will really profit from it: the environment or large corporations? Is the deposit system a real change for the better, or premium-grade green PR?

01/10/2025

Connections between Mercosur agribusiness owners and Europe

How do you think the fact that most owners of the largest agribusinesses in Mercosur countries have European roots (German, Italian, Spanish, Jewish from Eastern Europe) should be interpreted?

The connections between Mercosur agribusiness owners and Europe spark mixed emotions and raise difficult questions about the true nature of global trade. Critics argue that the EU–Mercosur deal is essentially an agreement with elites of European descent who have controlled South American land and capital for generations. They claim that instead of supporting local farmers, Europe is negotiating with its own “clones,” only operating under a different flag. Supporters respond that this is simply a natural consequence of migration waves from Germany, Italy, Spain, and Eastern Europe that shaped the continent’s social structure. But doesn’t this make globalization look like a closed club of families and roots, where real competition is only an illusion? What’s your view – an elite arrangement or a normal historical process?

13/09/2025

Veganism and crude oil

Should a true vegan use crude oil, since it was formed from the remains of animals and organisms?

Veganism and crude oil – the topic sounds absurd, yet it sparks debates that expose the limits of ideology. Since oil was formed from the remains of animals and plants millions of years ago, does its use contradict the principle of avoiding anything animal-related? Radical critics argue that consistency would require rejecting it, though in practice this would be impossible. Pragmatists respond that oil is today treated as a mineral resource, not an “animal product” in the sense of veganism. The dispute quickly takes on a philosophical dimension – where does ethics end and common sense begin? And should an ideology that seeks to change the world be so uncompromising?

10/09/2025

Nord Stream explosion – who really stands behind the sabotage

Which country could have been behind the Nord Stream pipeline explosion?

The Nord Stream explosion is one of the greatest geopolitical mysteries of recent years and a topic that divides public opinion even more than the war in Ukraine itself. Official investigations point to Ukrainian threads – a group of divers and connections with former SBU officers. On the other hand, Seymour Hersh’s high-profile report accuses the US and Norway of a joint operation involving the CIA and special units. Russia still looms as the main suspect – it had both the technology and the motive to blackmail Europe with gas prices. And Poland appears in the background, since the boat Andromeda used in the operation was registered there. Sabotage, energy war, or a provocation meant to conceal the real perpetrators?

09/09/2025