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Mandatory helmet and liability insurance for bicycle and e-scooter users?

Should helmets and liability insurance be mandatory for users of e-scooters and bicycles?

The topic of mandatory helmets and liability insurance for bicycles and e-scooters is heating up public opinion. Supporters argue that since cars require seatbelts and insurance, similar rules should apply to other road users as well. Critics, however, warn against bureaucratic absurdities and yet another tax disguised as safety. The fact is that the number of accidents involving e-scooters is rising, and statistics on head injuries are alarming. On the other hand, some suggest that the whole debate is driven by the insurance lobby, eager for millions of new clients. Will such obligations actually improve safety, or rather restrict freedom and mobility? Cast your vote in the poll and see what others think.

24/09/2025

Dangerous dog breeds

In your opinion, what is the best way to solve the problem related to dangerous dog breeds?

The topic of so-called dangerous dog breeds has sparked heated debates and divided society for years. Some demand a total ban on their breeding, while others argue that a dog’s aggression stems solely from human mistakes. The media frequently report tragic biting incidents, fueling fear and leading to political pressure for stricter laws. On the other hand, facts and studies show that even breeds labeled as “fighting dogs” can be gentle if the owner provides proper upbringing. Critics argue that it is not genetics but lack of responsibility that causes tragedies. So are bans the solution, or merely an escape from the real problem? Take part in the poll and share your opinion.

23/09/2025

Friendship between men and women in relationships

How do you assess a sincere, platonic friendship between a woman and a man who are already in relationships?

Male-female friendship in the context of existing relationships has sparked strong emotions for years. Some see it as proof of maturity and trust, others treat it as an inevitable path to betrayal. Psychologists point out that the line between sympathy and infatuation is often thin, and divorce statistics are frequently linked to seemingly “innocent” relationships outside of partnerships. Meanwhile, popular conspiracy theories claim that promoting male-female friendship is a way of breaking traditional family bonds. Society is divided: some believe gender does not matter, others insist that biology will always prevail. So can such a relationship truly exist without undertones, or is it just an illusion? Take part in the poll and judge for yourself.

23/09/2025

Natural family planning and the Church’s teaching – harmony or contradiction?

Do you think that using natural family planning (NFP) methods contradicts the Catholic Church’s principle that “every marital act must remain open to the transmission of life”?

Natural family planning has long sparked heated debates because it touches the very heart of Catholic sexual morality. On one hand, the Church teaches that every marital act must remain open to life, which for many means that avoiding intercourse during fertile days is a form of hidden contraception. Critics even argue that NFP is the “Catholic version of the condom” – playing with God and trying to cheat nature. On the other hand, official teaching, especially the encyclical Humanae vitae, emphasizes that NFP is not a sin because it uses neither artificial barriers nor chemicals, but is based on self-control and responsibility. So are natural methods a faith-consistent way of family planning, or a contradiction hidden under the guise of a theological compromise?

13/09/2025

Contraception

Which method of contraception do you use most often?

Contraception has long sparked emotions and divided society between those who support modern methods and those who prefer nature. The intrauterine device and the “morning-after pill” are accused of having an early abortive effect, which leads to heated ethical and religious disputes. Hormonal pills, patches, or implants are considered effective and convenient, but critics point to side effects and pressure from the pharmaceutical industry. Condoms or vasectomy are regarded as safer, though still surrounded by taboo. Meanwhile, natural methods such as the calendar method or withdrawal are viewed by doctors with skepticism, but for many people they carry a moral dimension and a sense of “purity.” Is contraception an expression of freedom, or rather an interference with the laws of nature?

13/09/2025

Your organs after death – a gift of life or an ethical boundary?

Do you support the idea of transplantation, and would you personally consent to your organs being taken after death?

Your organs after death – a gift of life or an ethical boundary? This question touches on one of the most sensitive issues of modern medicine. On the one hand, transplants save thousands of lives, and conscious consent to donate organs seems like a beautiful gesture of solidarity. On the other hand, many people fear abuses, mention cases of organ harvesting without full consent, or even suspect that the brain death criterion was created mainly to increase “resources” for transplantation. Religions raise the argument of the sanctity of the body, while skeptics warn against the risk of a purely business-oriented approach to human organs. Is donating organs after death the highest form of altruism, or a decision that opens the door to abuses?

12/09/2025

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