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Food in the EU – double quality standards?

Do you think that food sold in Eastern Europe is of lower quality than that in Western Europe, despite identical branding and packaging?

The issue of double quality standards in food within the European Union has been stirring emotions for years. Many consumers from Eastern Europe believe that under the same brands and in almost identical packaging, they are sold lower-quality products compared to Western countries – butter replaced with palm oil, less fruit and more glucose syrup in juices. Brussels has repeatedly promised to fight this practice, but inspection results have often been surprisingly inconclusive. Some claim it is economic discrimination, others – just the adjustment of recipes to local tastes. But is it really only about taste, or rather about cynically exploiting less affluent societies? Cast your vote and see what others think

29/08/2025

mRNA vaccines for COVID-19 – protection or acceleration of genetic diseases?

Do you think mRNA vaccines against COVID-19 could have accelerated the development of diseases to which vaccinated people were genetically predisposed?

mRNA vaccines for COVID-19 have sparked both hope and fear from the very beginning. For some, they were a breakthrough in medicine; for others, a dangerous mass-scale experiment. More and more often the question arises whether these preparations could have accelerated the development of diseases to which people were genetically predisposed. Official sources reassure that there is no evidence for such a mechanism, yet public space abounds with stories of sudden deaths among athletes, a rise in cancer cases, or autoimmune diseases. Some see this as conspiracy narratives, others as a signal that risks have been underestimated. Did the vaccines save millions, or did they trigger dangerous processes in the human body? Cast your vote in the poll and decide for yourself.

29/08/2025

Social Media – Freedom of Speech or Necessary Control?

Do you think social media platforms should be regulated to prevent the spread of disinformation, protect children, and safeguard user privacy?

Regulations around social media are one of today’s most heated debates. Supporters of state intervention argue that without control, platforms become tools of manipulation, fake news, and a danger to children. Opponents warn that “regulation” is often just another word for censorship, and politicians could use it to spy on citizens and silence inconvenient voices. The question also arises: is handing control over the flow of information to the state or giant corporations just as dangerous? Or should freedom of speech remain absolute, even at the cost of risk? Take part in the poll and decide!

24/08/2025

Are paper and wooden disposables really eco-friendly?

How do you assess paper and wooden straws, spoons, and cups in the context of ecology?

Paper and wooden straws, spoons, or cups are now seen as an “eco-friendly” alternative to plastic, but the issue is far from simple. Supporters point out that they decompose faster, reducing the risk of lingering in the oceans for hundreds of years. Critics, however, note that their production requires not only deforestation but also massive amounts of water and energy – often more than plastic. On top of that, there’s the inconvenient fact: most paper cups have a PE or PLA coating, which makes them non-recyclable and leaves them ending up in landfills. So isn’t this just “greenwashing,” a clever marketing trick to ease our consciences?

21/08/2025

Which country causes the most harm to the global economy?

Which country do you consider the most “dangerous” in terms of destroying other nations’ economies?

This question could spark a heated debate, as it strikes at the image of great powers and their impact on the world’s economies. The USA has for decades been accused of destroying markets through sanctions, speculation, and dollar policy. China is criticized for its “debt trap” and taking over strategic sectors. Russia uses energy blackmail, while the EU – according to its critics – imposes regulations that make markets dependent on its standards. Israel is often seen as a player lobbying in the technology and defense sectors, and India – for its expansion in IT and services. Who is really the “economic destroyer”?

14/08/2025

Manifestation or manipulation?

Do you believe that repeatedly promoting a certain narrative or the belief of many people in a given statement can actually lead to its realization or recognition as truth?

In the era of social media, which can create a hero or a public enemy within hours, the question of whether a repeated narrative can become a self-fulfilling prophecy takes on special significance. History knows numerous cases when propaganda and collective belief changed the course of events. Meanwhile, the popular modern concept of the “power of manifestation” takes us all the way to quantum physics and the so-called “observer effect.” The line between fact and social construct blurs when millions repeat the same slogan. Is this still science, the influence of crowd psychology, or already mind programming?

13/08/2025

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