| |  What it Means to Be Human. A Humanistic Perspective on the Two Cultures. - A Review-Essay by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Where is Saudi Arabian Society Heading? by Abdullah A. Ali Sallam
Where is Saudi Arabian Society Heading?
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| |  Fall and Rise of Khan - Case Pakistan: General Elections-2013 by Dr. Muhammad A.K. Niazi
Fall and Rise of Khan Pakistan: General Elections-2013
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| |  There's An Evil Wind A-Blowin' by Leah Sellers
There’s An Evil Wind a-blowin’ The War Winds are a-Roarin’ Hear the fiery-eyed War Hounds | |
| |  When the demon took its leave by Mirella Ionta
When the demon took its leavea smirk befell the face and a voice squealed like rusted wheels;
At the point of the highest pitchit did not fall off cliffslike morbid men | |
| |  How we see the world around us by Murray Hunter
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| |  How are we emotionally connected with universal nature? by Kittirat Yothangrong
When we look around us, we see an environment that influences how we feel. When we see inside of ourselves, we see ourselves through our feelings which influence how we see the environment. The product of the connection betw | |
| |  Keine Losung fur Europa ohne die nochmalige Bestatigung der Lissabon Strategie by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
Europas Rettung liegt in der wiederholten Bestätigung der Lissabon Strategie von 2000, ein zehnjähriger Entwicklungsplan, der sich auf Innovation, Mobilität und Ausbildung, sozi | |
| |  Part Eight: an Imaginary Conversation between Aristotle and St. Thomas Aquinas by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Thomas Aquinas: Good morning Professor Aristotle. May I join the conversation you have been conducting on the existence of God? | |
| |  Hindenburg crashed by The Ovi Team
May 6th 1937; the German airship Hindenburg crashed and burned in Lakehurst, NJ. Thirty-six people (of the 97 on board) were killed. The airship pulled up to its mooring post, let down its ropes to the ground crew, and at t | |
| |  Artistiques 11 by Uzeyir Lokman Cayci
Art, thoughts and works with pen and colours from the poet, artist and philosopher Uzeyir Cayci
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| |  Hungary slips but Europe still focuses on Austerity. by Christos Mouzeviris
For the past few years Europe is focusing on its economic crisis. Countries like Greece, Ireland, Portugal and others that received a bail-out package from the EU/IMF, as well as those that might need the same measures in the future are always | |
| |  Go Home, Occupy Movement!! (The McFB - Was Ist Das?) by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
Seitdem ich vor Jahren den Begriff „McFB way of life“ kreierte und insbesondere seitdem meine Artikel (Is there life after Facebook I und II) veröffentlicht worden sind, war ich mit unzähligen Anfragen | |
| |  Does Australia's 2013 Defence White Paper Signal a Strategic Withdraw? by Murray Hunter
Australia\'s 2013 defence white paper is a very paradoxical document. Although there were very few surprises in the purchases and future spending outlook, the spirit of the paper appears to signal the country\'s abandonme | |
| |  Berserk Alert! #52 by Tony Butcher
For more Berserk Alert, HERE!
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| |  Quantum Palmistry: The "M" Constellation by Dr. Yoshifumi Harada
Now that we have discussed the fields that influence our paths in life, the next few articles will focus on how to read multiple lines in what we could call constellations.
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| |  Part Seven of an Imaginary Conversation between Aristotle and Nietzsche by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Nietzsche: Good morning Professor Aristotle. May I also join you in the peripatetic conversation on the existence of God?
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| |  The Life of a Bohemian by Abigail George
Pale are the ripples that curl on top of these drinks we are having. Mine tastes like dark chocolate (the expensive kind you can only get at specific shops). We’re sitting outside the benches of a restaurant, not ru | |
| |  France: '68 Riots This May ? by Rene Wadlow
In May 1968, there were demonstrations in Paris, first among students, but as the month wore on, workers went on strike; gas was no longer delivered to gas stations, few people could drive and the whole country came to a standstill. Shortly aft | |
| |  Internet choices for May 2013 by The Ovi Team
Let’s talk music. Let’s talk about opinion on music. Let’s hear what is heard. This month Ovi magazine chooses music sites and blogs. This time we are going to rock but soon Ovi is going to jazz or | |
| |  Searching for an end game in the Korean Crisis by Murray Hunter
Over the last month the media has led the world to believe that North Korea, the United states and South Korea are standing \'eye ball to eye ball\' on the brink of war.
Se | |
| |  Mephistophilis (Beatitudes of Hell) by David Sparenberg
Why this is hell, nor am I out of it. *
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| |  Not even dream by Thanos Kalamidas
In the anniversary of the three years since the day Greece officially entered deep recession - where recession the obviously political correct word for bankruptcy – except of the people who were forced to deal | |
| |  An Optimistic Case for Celibacy And an Un-Healthy Un-HealthCare System by Leah Sellers
In today’s World, Celibacy is primarily viewed as a State of Being which is im-practically un-attainable. An un-natural and punishing restriction demanded of men and women, priests, nuns, cardinals, archbishops and Popes, of the Cat | |
| |  Quantum Palmistry: The Fields, Form, and Cosmos by Dr. Yoshifumi Harada
The real power behind the lines is the nexus between the self and the Cosmos. Thus the lines on your hand represent your relationship with the world around you. Our palm shows complexity, or at least how we feel about com | |
| |  Picking over the Bones by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
Akropolis
Dilapidation is the earth\'s sucking love.That\'s what you le | |
| |  Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster by The Ovi Team
26th April 1986; an explosion and fire at the No. 4 reactor of Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine resulted in a nuclear meltdown sending radioactivity into the atmosphere. The Radiation fallout spread throughout Europe the Chernobyl disas | |
| |  The high Australian Dollar: Whose interests is the Reserve Bank of Australia looking after? by Murray Hunter
With an Australian dollar 10% overvalued according to an IMF official | |
| |  World Day for Laboratory Animals by The Ovi Team
April 24th marks World Day for Laboratory Animals – a day to remember the millions who have been killed, and to redouble efforts to hasten the end of all animal experiments. This year, Animal Aid is planning t | |
| |  The World's Altar of Violence by Leah Sellers
Oh, Bow to the World’s Altars of ViolenceBow and BleedBow and BleedBow and BleedLife’s Blood spilling and oozingInto | |
| |  Musings on the 2013 Boston Marathon Terror: a Post-mortem Analysis by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
“Place man in a completely deterministic universe and he will blow it up simply to prove that he is free” | |
| |  This Violence, this Web of Evil by David Sparenberg
The poem that follows is not intended to reach only an aesthetic elite. Like a cupid’s arrow it is aimed at the universal human heart. The world is increasingly violent. At the same time we are all and always responsible | |
| |  Outer Limits Immigrants by Leah Sellers
“Whew ! Pass me that tumbler of ice tea, Hank. The rest of those weeds in the garden will just have to wait.” Ladybug eased into her favorite rocker on the front porch. “I could fry eggs on top of that bald head of yours it\'s | |
| |  Asia-Pacific at the Crossroads - The Implications for Australian Strategic Defense Policy by Murray Hunter
Should Australia engage Asia in fantasy or reality?
Since the Australian Government\'s last White Paper on defense in 2009, there have been rapid | |
| |  Lord Byron dies in Greece by The Ovi Team
April 19th 1824; George Gordon Byron, 6th Baron | |
| |  Quantum Palmistry: Probabilities and Multiple Meanings by Dr. Yoshifumi Harada
As we are starting to see through these articles on quantum palmistry, the world outside is not something objective like we tend to think, and we ourselves have multiples dimensions within us. This can be seen through our ch | |
| |  Orpheus: The DJ & The bartender by Apopseis.gr
We live in an insecure,h | |
| |  A Brief Dialogue between Drs. Nannery, Paparella and Paolozzi on Low and High Culture in Italian Literature and Philosophy vis a vis Benedetto Croce, Alessandro Manzoni and Antonio Gramsci by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
A Brief Dialogue between Drs. Nannery, Paparella and Paolozzi
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| |  World Hemophilia Day 2013 by The Ovi Team
April 17th; World Hemophilia Day is observed every year on 17th April to advocate a global effort to ensure appropriate care and treatment f | |
| |  Lift Spirits #309 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE!
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| |  Was Secretary Kerry's trip to China a "face saving" measure? by Murray Hunter
In his first trip to the region after becoming US Secretary of State and after a whistle stop in South Korea John Kerry flew into Beijing to meet with China\'s State Councilor Yang Jiechi and Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Satu | |
| |  The need of a Euro paper-currency by Apopseis.gr
Επιβεβλημένη πλέον η έκδοση χαρτον | |
| |  Art, Perspectives of High and Low by Leah Sellers
After reading Dr. Lawrence Nannery’s latest article,” Art, High and Low”,I thought, “Yes, having been a high school English teacher for Advanced Placement students at one point in time, I have to agree with much of what | |
| |  Dino & Anty #309 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE!
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| |  The Stages of Economic Development from an Opportunity Perspective: Rostow Extended by Murray Hunter
IntroductionAll economies evolve and develop over time and there have been many theories developed over the years th | |
| |  Burning in the rain continued by Abigail George
This morning the kitchen cupboard smelled like spices. She was scratching for something. She had to have it. Otherwise the meal would not be perfect. It would be less-than-perfect and she would prefer to have it otherw | |
| |  Berserk Alert! #46 by Tony Zuvela
For more Berserk Alert! HERE!
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| |  Quantum Palmistry - The Invisible force of unpredictability by Dr. Yoshifumi Harada
We naturally try to maintain stability and predictability in our live through rituals and routines we develop.
However the world we live within is very complex | |
| |  Is the Australian Foreign Minister a "Spy?" Australian newspaper exposes Bob Carr as an "agent" under US influence. by Murray Hunter
Is the Australian Foreign Minister a \"Spy?\" Australian newspaper exposes Bob Carr as an \"agent\" under US influence.
Is US influence in the higher ech | |
| |  On the way to paradise with the hell she created behind by Thanos Kalamidas
There is definitely irony into me writing about Margaret Thatcher a day after she died. Actually with all the effect the last few years to smooth and beautify her icon even with a little help from Hollywood, the Iro | |
| |  Gateway to Faith: Inclusive or Exclusive? by Valerie Sartor
Long ago, my mother taught me never to argue politics or religion, but she also did not condemn my healthy interest in these subjects. Learning to respect other people’s beliefs was part of my emotional educat | |
| |  Part Three of a Conversation on the Existence of God by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Blaise Pascal: Good morning professor Aristotle, may I also join you on your daily peripatetic walk through the Lyceum’s gardens? | |
| |  The Odour Classification of Essential Oils by Murray Hunter
Odour is the primary feature of an essential oil when utilized as part of a product displaying a scent. Therefore odours require a standard system of classification, where those involved in the production, trade and eventual | |
| |  Kurt Cobain by The Ovi Team
5th April 1994; Modern rock icon Kurt Cobain lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter for the rock band Nirvana commits suicide with a self-inflicted shotgun wound to the head. | |
| |  I am a Catalyst for Change by Eleana Winter-Irving
I write about subjects that I want people to think about. I am not a facts and figures person. It doesn’t matter to me if 3,647 people were raped by priests, Cardinal, Bishops and the like or that it is 4,238 people raped. What matters is | |
| |  Defending European values and culture. by Christos Mouzeviris
I grew up in a Europe dominated by American or \"Anglophone\" songs and movies. But I remember when I was young, I was exposed at home to music from France, Italy and Greece, apart from the popular English speaking one. So what ever happened to | |
| |  Earth Day 2013 by The Ovi Team
April 4th; On 8 December 2005, the General Assembly declared that 4 April of each year shall be observed as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action. | |
| |  Fearing Ceasing Being by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
Here we lie in a tent in a canyonIn deepest night, on the earth itselfAs though we had been dropped from the skyBy some sky god, straight down.
I am content. | |
| |  Berserk Alert! #43 by Tony Zuvela
More Berserk Alert! HERE!
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| |  Getting it Right by David Sparenberg
Do you think that I am different, so you prefer to shun and through isolation push me into silence? I am not so different. In my everyday I am ordinary; might even be simple. I should even like to believe and accept that everything | |
| |  Obama's Korean Peninsula "Game" Strategy seeks to achieve a wide range of objectives in his "Asian Pivot" by Murray Hunter
North Korea is being depicted as an irrational provocateur and aggressor in the escalation of threats and military maneuvers over the Korean Peninsula, and of course the regime\'s rhetoric is being used as proof of the inten | |
| |  For a place in the Greek public hospitals by Apopseis.gr
Για μια θέση… σε δημόσιο νοσοκομε | |
| |  Chinua Achebe : A Reflection of When Things Fall Apart by Rene Wadlow
The death in a Boston hospital of Chinua Achebe, on 21 March 2013, the Nigerian novelist about whom it was said that his writings were “concerned with universal human communication across racial and cultural boundaries as a means of foste | |
| |  The Never-ending Pogroms in Myanmar by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
It was not too long ago that we witnessed the grisly massacre of minority Rohingya Muslims in the Arakan (Rakhine) state of Myanmar (Burma). Many of the western observers who grew up seeing the smiling face of Dalai Lama | |
| |  What fragrance tells us about personality by Murray Hunter
Fine fragrance has been associated with mood and the event for thousands of years. Fragrance is promoted as the essence of passion, identity, and the radiation of sensuality. Some believe that fragrance is a persona of themselves. | |
| |  Show Bizz 307 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE!
For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE!
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| |  Roosters Purty Whipper-Snapper and The Keeper by Leah Sellers
Cock-a-doodle-doo ! Cock-a-doodle-doo ! The two crowing Roosters flapped their wings and strutted about the large flock of peacefully clucking Hens. All of the Hens had their beaks | |
| |  Moondog Coronation Ball by The Ovi Team
Breathless promotion on the local radio station. Tickets selling out in a single day. Thousands of teenagers, hours before show time, lining up outside the biggest venue in town. The scene outside the Cleveland Arena on a chilly Friday night in | |
| |  2nd Opinion 307 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE!
For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE!
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| |  The 10th Anniversary of Iraq Invasion by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Benedetto Croce: The Philosophy of History and the Duty of Freedom - Chapter VII by Prof. Ernesto Paolozzi
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| |  Sun-Earth Day by The Ovi Team
March 18th; NASA\'s Sun Earth Days team is joining forces with NASA EDGE to explore the violent nature of our Sun at the peak of solar activity and share discoveries from NASA\'s heliophysics and planetary missions during this exciting period. | |
| |  Life Undercover 306 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE!
For more O | |
| |  International Day Against Police Brutality by The Ovi Team
On March 15, 1997, the Collective Opposed to Police Brutality in Montreal hel | |
| |  Boojim by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
\"They look just like character actors, Aunt Gracie,\" said Little Bones.\"They carry their whole history on their outsides,\" I corrected, in the knowledge that age uglifies.We were walking through t | |
| |  Lovers with gay family members by Annabelle Grant-Burdett
We sat down on the sofa . I was content. I was the woman who had the man she loved beside her. There was always an understanding between us that was unsaid about our gay family members - his brother and my father - but tonight he wanted to make | |
| |  A Journey by Arman Nobari
In 2008 I traveled with friends to various locations around Europe. We landed in Berlin, drove to Frank | |
| |  Vincent's Journey by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
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| |  Don't wait till the Golden Dawn knocks on your door by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  One Heck of a Dead-Dog Day ! by Leah Sellers
This story is based upon true events which occurred in the state of Texas, March 1, 2013. Ka-boom ! “Gotcha’ you ‘ole mongre | |
| |  World Book Day by The Ovi Team
March 7th; World Book Day now that\'s my idea of the perfect awareness day! I lo | |
| |  SnakeBoots 305 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE!
For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE!
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| |  Benedetto Croce: The Philosophy of History and the Duty of Freedom - Chapter III by Prof. Ernesto Paolozzi
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| |  World Orphan Week by The Ovi Team
March 4-11th; World Orphan Week (WOW) began in the UK in 2005. The week aims to raise | |
| |  Countering the Extinction of Experience by David Sparenberg
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| |  Caption of the month - March 2013 by The Ovi Team
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| |  5 new books for the Ovi shelves by The Ovi Team
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| |  Why support EU, Silvio? by Thanos Kalamidas
And now what? It seems that we are going to see in Italy the same play we saw a few months ago in Greece. A re-election or a huge compromise in the name of European unity. And in the middle of all that we also got an amateur clown and a profess | |
| |  Internet choices for March 2013 by The Ovi Team
March is the first month of the Roman calendar and was named after Mars, the god of war. Coincidentally today we read that a billionaire is going to fund a trip to Mars for a couple. So a good chance to have a look at …space! | |
| |  Timely Reflections on Globalization and Capitalism vis a vis Justice by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  America's Economic Sequester: A Toxic Brew by Leah Sellers
Glug ! Glug ! And Chug-a-lug-lug ! Yech and Yuck ! This terrible Stuff ! Why’s it called America’s Economic Sequester ? What Self and Other Destructive Idio | |
| |  Writhe Before You by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
The strophe and anti-strophe of the beautiful deceitfulSongs and the caterwaulings of the women of the seraglio —You hear them as you walk the halls between their apartments. ... | |
| |  Obama's Nominations and the 'Kill-list' by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Fats Domino by The Ovi Team
February 28th 1928; \"I\'m worried about all the people in New Orleans. Tell them | |
| |  Benedetto Croce: The Philosophy of History and the Duty of Freedom - Chapter I by Prof. Ernesto Paolozzi
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| |  The Pope should not be replaced by Eleana Winter-Irving
The Pope should not be replaced. The Catholic Church should disband, and all Cardinals and Bishops should hang their heads in shame.The Pope is a nobody in spiritual terms. He is an ordinary person, living an extraordinary | |
| |  The sinking reality of the hotels in Athens by Apopseis.gr
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| |  The Yemeni Students revolution crossed the border by Abdullah A. Ali Sallam
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| |  International Mother Language Day by The Ovi Team
February 21st; International Mother Language Day was proclaimed by UNESCO\'s Gen | |
| |  MENA Saga and Lady Gaga (Same dilemma from the MENA) by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
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| |  Divided Earth by David Sparenberg
These are not bodies beautiful pampered soft skinned and perfect, with all that can be imagined a mere and unreflective reach away, with all that “civilization” has to offer just h | |
| |  The Debate on the Use of Drones in the War on Terrorism by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
“Perfection of means and confusion of goals seems to me the nature of | |
| |  "Walking under the ladder": Superstition and Ritual as a Cognitive bias in Management Decision making by Ovi Magazine Guest
Dr. Yoshifumi Harada / Professor Murray Hunter
Abstract. Thi | |
| |  Lost rights of Yemeni Workers in Saudi Arabia by Abdullah A. Ali Sallam
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| |  The Works of Arman Nobari by Arman Nobari
I come from a very culturally mixed background and upbringing, with stories of my relatives escaping Iran in the 70's, or experiencing racism in the United States during this same time. Many of my pieces attempt to interact with the dialogue between c | |
| |  The Dragon, the Snake, and the Horse - the coming year ahead by Dr. Yoshifumi Harada
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| |  World YWCA by The Ovi Team
February 10th 1870; The YWCA is founded in New York City. The World YWCA is the umbrella organization of the global network of the YWCA, a movement of women working for social and economic change around the world. It advocates for young women | |
| |  Shame! by Thanos Kalamidas
The last few months more and more photos and videos have started appearing in the international media and internet showing poor and homeless in Greece. In a very twisted way there is something good out of it because people might escape their stere | |
| |  The American-Alabama Liberty Man by Leah Sellers
That American-Alabama Man with a Gun. That Vietnamese War Vet, Jim Lee Dykes. That Man who Pro-Claims Liberty and Autonomy above all. That American-Alabama Liberty Man took his Gun and shot a Bus Driver, Charles A. Poland, Jr., w | |
| |  Our National Governments ...How "National" are they really by Christos Mouzeviris
Most people that have any objections to giving full power to EU and the European Parliament, are doing so because they trust more their National Governments and they do not want to lose their national sovereignt | |
| |  Let's look at Quantum Palmistry by Dr. Yoshifumi Harada
Over the many years that I have been reading peoples’ palms, I have often looked at the accuracy of these readings. Overtime I discovered that any reading of the lines on a hand is subject to some unexplained greater forces. | |
| |  Lies about peace and war! by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  In an Outcry Of Anger by David Sparenberg
“With a black charcoal I painted Christ on a big piece of canvas I rolled open on the concrete of the patio. It was a Christ | |
| |  Internet choices for February 2013 by The Ovi Team
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| |  Nationalism semantics by Christos Mouzeviris
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| |  Nationalism and patriotism by Giorgos Kontogiannis
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| |  Dino & Anty 303 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Ovi magazine thematic issue #24 "Nationalism" by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  The Incoherences of Nationalism by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
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| |  Nationalism and Universalism in Italian and European History by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  When Spiritual Chaos Begets Political Unity: How Freemasonry United Italy by Mirella Ionta
With structures that have accommodated masonic activities still standing today in major cities in the Western World, we are often reminded of the existence of a secret society that is believed to have controlled the political and financial e | |
| |  Are South-East Asian "B" Schools infatuated with 'Western' Management ideas? by Murray Hunter
In the rapidly urbanizing ASEAN region today upward career mobility requires a diploma, degree, and some form of post graduate qualifications to get promotions, particularly within the desirable publicly listed companies in | |
| |  Phillip Glass by The Ovi Team
January 31st; Phillip Glass, a vital force in postmodern music, is born in Baltimore, Maryland, on this day in 1937. | |
| |  May the light that never grows dim within become starry night by Mirella Ionta
May the light that never grows dim within become starry night Like a steady moon in a windless sky. The | |
| |  Peter, Paul and Mary sign by The Ovi Team
January 29th 1962; Peter, Paul and Mary didn't revolutionize folk music the way | |
| |  Envisioning a Bridge to a Third Culture: A Contradiction or a Paradox? by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
In two previous articles on C. P. Snow’s The Two Cultures I examined how the divide between liberal arts and science has been conceived and analyzed by the same Snow and his critics. In this third follow | |
| |  Colette by The Ovi Team
January 28th 1873; on this day, French author Colette (born Sidonie-Gabrie | |
| |  The Stages of Economic Development from an Opportunity Perspective: Rostow Extended by Murray Hunter
Introduction All economies evolve and develop over time and there have been many theories developed over the years that have attempted to give both descriptive and predictive explana | |
| |  Teknologins geopolitik och kolvatens nuvarande situation by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
Teknologins geopolitik och kolvätens nuvarande situation | |
| |  Side-effects of a mailbox by Thanos Kalamidas
The constant increasing readership of Ovi magazine has also brought something else, the side effects. And one of them that sometimes makes you angry, sometimes sad or uncomfortable and occasionally laugh is the mail. During the day I try to go oft | |
| |  Memoria, make clear by God's Speed by Mirella Ionta
Where art the stairs Augustine scaled To find a vast field of memory? Inside spaces of ancient Rome where moods of one time store repertum? As property of mind and soul Memoria holds sorrows of yore and | |
| |  Berserk Alert! #021 by Tony Zuvela
For more Berserk Alert! HERE! | |
| |  When Lance and Oprah sentenced sports to death by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Turn your Guns into Medicine Bundles by David Sparenberg
This is what I have to say. Do not reply on thinking. Thinking is a labyrinth. Do not reply on belief. Belief alone but rarely saves in face of clear and present danger. Even less when danger is everywhere. | |
| |  Gitmo - America's legal black hole by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Friday, January 11 was the 11th anniversary of the opening of the Guantánamo Bay prison in Cuba in which hundreds of Muslims, mostly unrelated to any terrorist activities, continue to be holed up without any rights. The prison symbolizes what | |
| |  Asien behover ASEAN-isation och inte Pakistanisation for dess kontinent by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
Asien behöver ASEAN-isation och inte Pakistanisation för dess kontinen | |
| |  Indira Gandhi by The Ovi Team
January 19th 1966; Indira Gandhi, only daughter of India's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru, became the country's next leader. She was chosen at the end of a bitter leadership battle with former finance minister Morarji Desai. Followi | |
| |  For you, noble, gentle heart by Mirella Ionta
For you, noble, gentle heart Whose mandate of love God grants to award the value of Light.If damned spirits have pranced on impaired piety which long has taken the face of Fright,Seek not dead beauty and art | |
| |  Dino & Anty 302 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Democracy, Religion and Philosophy: A Review Essay by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
“I cannot understand how any realization of the democratic ideal as a vital moral and spiritual ideal in human affai | |
| |  Let's Talk About Guns! by Leah Sellers
Imagine, rootin’ tootin’ pistol packin’ mamas and papas strolling the neighborhoods with their children and squeaky baby carriages, shopping at grocery stores (complaining and grumbling ever louder and more stridently abou | |
| |  Red Underwear by Aloysius-Gonzaga
Udeani was sharpening his favourite machete when the DHL man’s delivery motorcycle sounded across the brick fence. He abandoned the machete and took position near the centre of the gate which was closed and | |
| |  Who Really Rules Australia?: A tragic tale of the Australian People by Murray Hunter
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| |  Hill Street Blues begins by The Ovi Team
January 15th 1981; Hill Street Blues, television's landmark cops-and-robbers drama, debuts on NBC. When Hill Street Blues first appeared, the police show had pretty much been given up for dead. Critics savaged stodgy and moralistic melodram | |
| |  Berserk Alert! #017 by Tony Zuvela
For more Berserk Alert!, HERE! | |
| |  Albert Schweitzer: Reverence for Life by Rene Wadlow
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| |  Danish report by Euro Reporter
Denmark aims to end carbon-based energy If Europe is being strangled by its social welfare systems, as many in the United States believe, what is to be made of Denmark? Denmark is a social welfare s | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Stolen Matisse recoveredA stolen Henri Matisse | |
| |  Vivekananda: Indian Tought Moves West by Rene Wadlow
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| |  Cypriot report by Euro Reporter
Banking reforms urgedCyprus will have to take steps to tackle money laundering and improve the transparency of its banking sector to secure an international bailout deal that may have to wait until | |
| |  Jack London by The Ovi Team
January 12th 1876; On this day, Jack London, the illegitimate son of an astrologer | |
| |  SnakeBoots 301 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Fascism occupies villa Greece with police brutality by Thanos Kalamidas
Even though watching live Neil Armstrong doing his first step in the moon marked my youth and all my dreams for long time, even though faster cars, supersonic planes and colour television were admirable the biggest technological revolution that ha | |
| |  The Schizophrenic American Republican Gaga Gaggle by Leah Sellers
The American Republican Gaga Gaggle of the 112th and possibly the 113th Congresses has become destructively Schizophrenic. A Gaga is a “glove or a cap cast on the ground as a pledge of combat or a token of defiance”. | |
| |  League of Nations by The Ovi Team
On January 10, 1920, the League of Nations formally comes into being when | |
| |  Life Undercover 301 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  What is left to believe in? by Bouke S. Nagel
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| |  iPhone birthday by The Ovi Team
January 9th, On this day in 2007, Apple Inc. CEO Steve Jobs unveils the iPhon | |
| |  Revisiting C.P. Snow's "Two Cultures" by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Randolph Hearst stops Citizen Kane by The Ovi Team
January 8th, one of Hollywood’s most famous clashes of the titans - an upstar | |
| |  Lift Spirits 301 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Cognitive Traps: Heuristics, Bias, Misconceptions, Fallacies and Abstract Inferences by Murray Hunter
To handle the enormous amounts of incoming information and | |
| |  Waiting for Darth Vader or a Hobbit lost in translation by Thanos Kalamidas
It all started with a post in Facebook and ended with a comment after the end of the film “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey,” from my partner who watched the film with me. The post said, “I was very surprised by the Hobbit movie | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
French woman trapped in Roubaix shop for New Year | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
Supposedly you all read the news about Gerard Depardieu’s decision to become Russian citizen escaping from the French tax office, please Just look at this photo and write a caption/speech/bubble/thought or anything else that captures your | |
| |  Internet choices for January 2013 by The Ovi Team
January is a beginning and perhaps a good chance to focus in things that add to our education and knowledge or even taste and why not humour. So the Ovi choices for January 2013 include a museum, art, photo and cartoons. Site | |
| |  Cancer In Yemen in need revaluation by Abdullah A. Ali Sallam
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| |  Leonardo's flying machines by The Ovi Team
3rd of January 1496, Leonardo da Vinci tried for the first time unsuccessfully unfortunately to fly with one of the flying machines that had become his passion for long time. So that makes a great chance to remember the unbelievable creations o | |
| |  Europe: Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, and Something Blue by Murray Hunter
Old Europe was once a grouping of feudal societies that occasionally interacted with each other. As transport and communication developed many of these feudal societies amalgamated to form larger societies known as nations where strings of allianc | |
| |  Happy New Year with the Obama effect by Thanos Kalamidas
Happy New Year. Traditions and customs demand to start the year with a wish. This wish. Happy New Year. But life nowadays has proved that wishes and hopes are not enough. And the last two decades have been hard, very hard for all of us. Wishes and | |
| |  Each must Earth Walk by David Sparenberg
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| |  Berserk Alert! #010 by Tony Zuvela
For more Berserk Alert! HERE! | |
| |  On Global Warming - A Concluding Unscientific Postscript by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
Thoughts on Leif Ericsson. As a child in the lower grades of elementary school, my favorite subject was always geography. It also thrilled me to read about Leif E | |
| |  The Kitschy State of Montreal Architecture by Mirella Ionta
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| |  The Rohingya Question - Part IV by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Timely Considerations on Soft Power and President Obama's Legacy by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  The Rohingya Question - Part II by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Spanish report by Euro Reporter
DNA Tests for Illegal Immigrant ChildrenSpain plans to take DNA samples from illegal immigrant children arriving in the country's North African enclave of Melilla to make sure the adults accompa | |
| |  HIV/AIDS in Yemen between society review and services weakness by Abdullah A. Ali Sallam
Yemen is the third Middle Eastern state to pass a law to guarantee the rights of people living with HIV, after Djibouti and Sudan. People's rights are guaranteed in the constitution. The law also aims to reduce stigma directed at people | |
| |  Hildegard of Bingen: Medieval Visionary, Composer, Writer and Feminist by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Inside This World Zipped by Michael Lee Johnson
I‘m inside this world of silent creative spacewithin a zipped up tube of wordswithin the darkness I crawl from my vocabulary.I look on the walls of night look for an exit.I look through the cro | |
| |  Inget asiatiskt arhundrade utan en pan-asiatisk organisation by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
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| |  Berserk Alert! #004 & 005 by Tony Zuvela
For more Berserk Alert! HERE! | |
| |  On Logic by Eleana Winter-Irving
Logic is a subject that should be taught in all schools from kindergarten to graduation. The teachers must never make a mistake, otherwise they will confuse the studen | |
| |  Mystery of the Missing Santa - Part IV by Thanos K & Asa B
4. A big mistake | |
| |  Chesterton's Reflections on Modernity and Christmas by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Gilbert Keith Chesterton’s views on the continuing dehumanization of man, idealistic movements, social sciences, totalitarian fanatical ideologies, and the intel | |
| |  A Young Boy/Man's Rage, and A Knife He Wanted to Be a Gun - Part III by Leah Sellers
There was a knock at the door. All of us flinched. Knock, knock. Who's there? Would have a different meaning for all of us now. Lingering Memory vestiges of T.'s acts of Terrorism. It was a police woman and the precinct | |
| |  Mystery of the Missing Santa - Part III by Thanos K & Asa B
3. The plan in action | |
| |  A Young Boy/Man's Rage, and A Knife He Wanted to Be a Gun - Part II by Leah Sellers
We were a Self Contained Behavioral Classroom. There was nowhere else to go. The office didn't handle my students' problems. That was our job. I had sought Officer Thimble's help as a safeguard and, had found no help at all. The buc | |
| |  What Makes a Personal Care Company Successful? - Part II by Murray Hunter
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| |  Mystery of the Missing Santa - Part II by Thanos K & Asa B
2. Matti's plan | |
| |  What Makes a Personal Care Company Successful? - Part I by Murray Hunter
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| |  A Young Boy/Man's Rage, and A Knife He Wanted to Be a Gun - Part I by Leah Sellers
This is a True Story. I was the Teacher whose students and assistants were subjected to one Raging Young Man's Vision of Fiery, Murderous Rage, Fame and Glory.The young eighth grader who envisioned and acted out his nightm | |
| |  Mystery of the Missing Santa - Part I by Thanos K & Asa B
1. Where is Santa? "Ock-Ock!" said the rather muffled voic | |
| |  To boldly go by Thanos Kalamidas
Eight years ago we started a travel to boldly go where no man has gone before. At least that’s what we thought. Of course a lot of others have done the same but none of us before and it has been a mission to explore strange new worlds, to | |
| |  Musings on Ovi Magazine on its Eight Birthday by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
In the first place I’d like to congratulate the editors of Ovi magazine, its many contributors and its whole world-wide readership on the celebration of its 8th birthday. Happy Birthday Ovi! | |
| |  Protecting Women Migrants: Finding the Balance by Rene Wadlow
The UN General Assembly has proclaimed 18 December as International Migrants Day to mark the date in 1990 when the Assembly adopted the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of their Families. | |
| |  International Migrants Day by The Ovi Team
December 18th. On 4 December 2000, the UN General Assembly, taking into account the large and increasing number of migrants in the world, proclaimed 18 December as International Migrants Day. On 18 December 1990, the General Assembly had adopted t | |
| |  SnakeBoots 243 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  About Men by Eleana Winter-Irving
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| |  The Singapore SMRT Labour Dispute: Symptoms of a dirty business and "human trafficking" in South-East Asia by Murray Hunter
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| |  Jane Austen by The Ovi Team
December 16th, English novelist Jane Austen is born on this day in 1775, the | |
| |  Yemeni NGOs and its role in the national dialogue conference by Abdullah A. Ali Sallam
In just a few days the national dialogue conference will convene in Yemen which may create some air of tension and anticipation over the next few as Yemen's future will be discussed. Many people in Yemen and abroad are looking forward to | |
| |  Why? by Thanos Kalamidas
1 child dying every 4 seconds14 children | |
| |  CSG Mining will ruin this planet by Eleana Winter-Irving
I have been wanting to write an article/blog on CSG (Coal Seam Gas) now for a very long time, but I have been putting it off for several reasons. One, I am not a technical person, being predominantly right brained and I find wri | |
| |  The Sarah Palins' jinx by Thanos Kalamidas
My day starts with browsing the news and I do the same thing a few times during the day. And you must admit the news is not the best way to lift your spirits and start optimist a new day. So I go through the news, I check all the catastrophes, the | |
| |  Show Bizz 243 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Privatising European healthcare to make it more innovative? I do not think so! by Christos Mouzeviris
Recently many leaders in Europe are discussing ways on making Europe and its economy more competitive and promote innovation. And of course one of the things they love doing in situations like these is to cut the much hated by the capi | |
| |  Obama: Desperately seeking legacy. by Murray Hunter
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| |  Injustice and its Ramifications by Eleana Winter-Irving
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| |  Palmistry (Part 9): Your financial Security by Dr. Yoshifumi Harada
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| |  Celebrating Mountain Life by The Ovi Team
December 11th; International Mountain Day. On the occasion of the 10th anniversary | |
| |  2nd Opinion 243 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Religion, History, Deep Ecology, Poetic Story-Telling in de Chardin, Berry, and Sparenberg's Vision: A Review Essay by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Life In The Age of Extinctions by David Sparenberg (Ovi magazine e-book, 2012; 237 pages | |
| |  The Universal declaration of Human Rights by The Ovi Team
PREAMBLEWhereas recognition of the inherent dignity and of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world, Whereas disregard and con | |
| |  Developing natural products and new value chains in Kelantan while maintaining cultural integrity: What, How and For Whom. by Murray Hunter
Abstract | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 242 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  December 21st 2012 Possibilities by Eleana Winter-Irving
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| |  SnakeBoots 242 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Life Undercover 242 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Lift Spirits 242 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Show Bizz 242 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Gnostic vs. Religion by Eleana Winter-Irving
This is what it is like being a Gnostic talking to a person of ‘faith’ or a person who follows a religion; including Buddhism, which is really more a way of life, rather than worshiping a single god. So let me | |
| |  Smog kills thousands by The Ovi Team
December 4th 1952; heavy smog begins to hover over London, England. It persists for four days, leading to the deaths of at least 4,000 people. It was a Thursday afternoon when a high-pressure air mass stalled over the Thames River Valley. When | |
| |  Dino & Anty 242 by Thanos Kalamidas
for more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The History of Nuclear Weapons - Part I by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
What I will bruit in this article may cause negative comments, but I persevere in believing that the ideas I raise here are persuasive. Everyone is familiar with the questions that surround nuclear weapons, su | |
| |  The myth of the business plan by Murray Hunter
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| |  International Day for the Abolition of Slavery 2012 by The Ovi Team
December 2nd; the International Day for the Abolition of Slaverymarks the | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 241 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  SnakeBoots 241 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Very Disappointed with the 21st Century by Eleana Winter-Irving
During the latter part of the 20th century, I saw a disturbing downward trend. There was a fear of another World War looming and many unethical practices going un-punished. However, I saw the 21st century as a renewal, a correction of | |
| |  International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People by The Ovi Team
November 29th. In 1977, the General Assembly called for the annual observance of 29 November as the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People (resolution 32/40 B). On that day, in 1947, the Assembly adopted the resolution on the | |
| |  The Subsidy Society by Bouke S. Nagel
Over the past years many books, movies and documentaries appeared about the financial crisis and the state of contemporary society in the West. I am thinking of writers and commentators like Nassim Nicholas Taleb, Michael Lewis and Jim Roger | |
| |  A very short comment on the Gaza tragedy... by Christos Mouzeviris
The Western media are rushing to make money by covering the situation in the Middle East and the escalating crisis in Gaza. "What should Europe do to help," many ask or ponder! "We must help those poor kinds in Palestine! Bring peac | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 240 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Hillary to Julia "You take India and I'll take Pakistan", while an ex-Aussie PM says "Enough is enough with the US" by Murray Hunter
We are now into Hillary Clinton's 2nd day of "blitzkrieg" in Australia where she is showing her potential presidential charm and vision of dividing up the world just like the "axis" powers tried to do during WWII. | |
| |  Questions For/From God ? by Leah Sellers
Is that You inside the brilliant Rainbow sparkleOf the Tear sliding down my Cheek ?Is that You in the rush of Traffic -The bustling mayhem of Humanity in the streets ?Is that You Winking at SunsetHoriz | |
| |  Palmistry (Part 8): The marriage line continued by Dr. Yoshifumi Harada
Today we are going to talk about when a person will marry and then discuss the troubles in marriage. | |
| |  Universal Children Day 2012 by The Ovi Team
By resolution 836(IX) of 14 December 1954, the General Assembly recommended that all countri | |
| |  Entrepreneurship and economic growth? South-East Asian governments are developing policy on the misconception that entrepreneurship creates economic growth. by Murray Hunter
Throughout the South-East Asian region entrepreneur creation has almost unquestionably been seen as a viable policy instrument for promoting economic growth. Entrepreneurship has been glorified by media stories, biographies of successful ent | |
| |  Have you become a politician president Obama? by Thanos Kalamidas
I have to admit that the announcement of a visit to Myanmar from the freshly elected for a second term American president Obama caught me off guard. And if you noticed, I didn’t use the name Burma but the name the dictators use, Myanmar. Bec | |
| |  SnakeBoots 239 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  On the eve of Obama by Murray Hunter
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| |  Life Undercover 239 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Presidential Elections of 2012 in the U.S.: Denial and Democracy in Peril by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
A few days ago Ovi magazine printed a disturbing report by Thanos Kalamidas of a new European reality: the rise of Neo-Nazism and neo-Fascism as a proposed solution to the social problems that the EU is currently undergoing. At the same time | |
| |  Lift Spirits 239 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Legacy from the Greeks by David Sparenberg
The problem with wisdom, if I may say so, is that it represents itself as “utterance complete,” “articulation absolute.” One commits it to memory. With a steel stylus wisdom is engraved in the mind; with an iron | |
| |  Robert Louis Stevenson by The Ovi Team
November 13th 1850; on this day Robert Louis Stevenson, author of Treasure Is | |
| |  Australia "Do as I say, not as I do" - The ongoing RBA bribery scandal by Murray Hunter
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| |  Dino & Anty 239 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  2nd Opinion 239 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Forgetting Yourself by Dana Halawa
‘In any war between the civilized man and the savage, support the civilized man. | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 238 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  SnakeBoots 238 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Australia in the "Asian Century" or is it Lost in Asia? - China and the US - The Australian dilemma by Murray Hunter
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| |  Genocide of the Rohingyas of Myanmar by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Life Undercover 238 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Truth and Ethics as the First Casualties of Political Discourse by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
It is common knowledge that the first casualty of a modern political campaign is the truth. Another may well be ethical conduct. In the last year or so politicians of various stripes have offered the younger generations the sad and perniciou | |
| |  Hope is connected with Barack Obama by Thanos Kalamidas
It was a few days ago when the evening-news had a special report from Ohio, USA and the latest part of the American presidential campaign. For some reason I kept the volume mute and I just watched the two candidates and their body language. | |
| |  Whatever Became of the Class Struggle? by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
The majority opinion about the state of civil societies of developed nations is that in the 20th century a reconciliation of sorts took place between capital and labor. This reconciliation is not what Marx predicted, and, in fact it is not s | |
| |  Lift Spirits 238 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Soviet tanks in Hungary by The Ovi Team
November 4th 1956; The Soviet air force has bombed part of the Hungarian capital, Budapest, and Russian troops have poured into the city in a massive dawn offensive. At least 1,000 Soviet tanks are reported to have entered Budapest and troops d | |
| |  Show Bizz 238 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Rise of Political Islam in Turkey and its Effects on Turkish-Syrian Relations by Ovi Magazine Guest
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| |  Panama declares independence by The Ovi Team
November 3rd 1903; with the support of the U.S. government, Panama issues a declaration of independence from Colombia. The revolution was engineered by a Panamanian faction backed by the Panama Canal Company, a French-U.S. corporation that hope | |
| |  Dino & Anty 238 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The U.S. election and trade by Prof. Michael R. Czinkota
The candidates in the U.S. presidential election have had heated exchanges. Each one of them tries to pick up those few undecided votes which make all the difference. Clever pollsters are using their newest tools to identify and pursue the maybe | |
| |  A Life and Reality Changing Experience... by Leah Sellers
A Near Death Experience changes you forever. You never See the World or the Cosmos for that matter, in quite the same way. No, I did not See a large White Light. No, I did not travel into a tunnel and wend up with Guar | |
| |  2nd Opinion 238 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Stephen Crane by The Ovi Team
November 1st 1871; on this day Stephen Crane, author of The Red Badge of Courage, is born. C | |
| |  A Creative Artist's Journey into the Self: An Essay-Review by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Lift Spirits 237 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Irish Left welcomes the Greek. A weekend of debate! by Christos Mouzeviris
Last weekend I was given the excellent opportunity to work as a translator for a Greek SYRIZA MP, Mr. Yannis Stathas in his visit to Ireland. He was invited to give a series of talks in Ireland by the ULA (United Left Alliance) party, with th | |
| |  Dino & Anty 237 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Spirits and Exams by Valerie Sartor
“Chinese mythology has many gods and spirits. One of the most enduring and popular of these gods is called Ho-Poor Ho-Shen, the Spirit of the River. Chinese ancients perceived him as a greedy god, because he often took a fancy to morta | |
| |  Buddhist Terrorism - no longer a myth by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Last week the Myanmar Post on its front page reported about a meeting of Karen Religious Protection Organization that was held on October 14 in Mae Baung Monastery, Pha-an. The meeting was attended by more than 100 Buddhists including the Chief Ad | |
| |  2nd Opinion 237 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  World Pasta Day 2012 by The Ovi Team
October 25th. World Pasta Day is the day which is celebrated on 25th October every year. The chief purpose of World Pasta Day is to encourage the nutritional and culinary advantages of the pasta. Eating the Italian food is pleasure of travelling i | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 236 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  My friend, Saido by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  SnakeBoots 236 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Palmistry (Part 6): The Life Line by Dr. Yoshifumi Harada
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| |  Life Undercover 236 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  SOS for the Erasmus program!! by Christos Mouzeviris
Recently it came to my attention that the EU's Erasmus program, available for all EU students is running out of funds and is in danger. The program is named after the Dutch philosopher Desiderius Erasmus, who lived and worked in many places | |
| |  Show Bizz 236 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dino & Anty 236 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Lithuanian report by Euro Reporter
Lithuania says no to Nuclear Power PlantIn spite of the fact that 62.7 percent of Lithuanians did not support the idea of building the Visaginas NPP, the realization of the project with Latvia | |
| |  Ethiopia alone by The Ovi Team
October 19th 1935; the League of Nations votes to impose deliberately ineffectual economic sanctions against Fascist Italy for its invasion of Ethiopia. Steps that would impede the progress of the invasion, such as banning the sale of oil to Italy | |
| |  2nd Opinion 236 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 235 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Asia needs ASEAN-ization not Pakistanization of its continent by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
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| |  The Price of Hatred by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  SnakeBoots 235 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Rene Dumont: World Citizen by Rene Wadlow
When the FAO-sponsored World Food Day comes up each year on 16 October, I think of Rene Dumont | |
| |  Has The Nobel Prize Committee Awarded the 2012 Peace prize to the EU Against the Nobel Foundation Charter and Sentiments of Alfred Nobel Himself? by Murray Hunter
The 2012 Nobel Peace Prize awarded by the Norwegian Peace | |
| |  Life Undercover 235 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Shock and Grief by Edna Nelson
Tom Beidler was a person I would have liked to get closer to. His shop was a place I could v | |
| |  International Day of Rural Women 2012 by The Ovi Team
The first International Day of Rural Women was observed on 15 October 2008. This new international day, established by the General Assembly in its resolution 62/136 of 18 December 2007, recognizes “the critical role and contribution of rural | |
| |  Barroso with a Nobel? by Thanos Kalamidas
Don’t they say that the first reaction is the correct reaction? Well, my first reaction to the news from the Norwegian capital this morning was to laugh! After verifying the news I got a telephone call from a friend asking if I had heard and | |
| |  Pulp Fiction by The Ovi Team
October 14th 1994; the writer-director Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction, a crime drama featuring multiple storylines and a large ensemble cast including John Travolta, Uma Thurman, Samuel L. Jackson, Bruce Willis and Harvey Keitel, opens | |
| |  Lift Spirits 235 by Thanos Kalamidas
for more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Show Bizz 235 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dino & Anty 235 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  2nd Opinion 235 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Abolition of the Death Penalty by Rene Wadlow
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| |  PersOnality DisOrders 234 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Beware of Angela bearing gifts by Thanos Kalamidas
The last thirty years I have met and occasionally worked with a big number of politicians in every level of the political life – from local to national to international level - and in many different countries. All of them despite ideologi | |
| |  Life Undercover 234 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Lift Spirits 234 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Show Bizz 234 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  An Alternative Ruling Narrative by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
The Protestant Reformation was of the greatest importance psychologically to the formation of the ferocious attitude by some Protestant sects that constitute the first installment of European Imperialism in the modern period. But, over time | |
| |  World Teachers Day 2012 by The Ovi Team
"Take a stand for teachers!" is the 2012 motto for World Teachers' Day. Celebrations are being organized around the world. UNESCO calls on everyone to consider undertaking a special celebration for World Teachers' Day. Contact us | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
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| |  The Nature of Trolls by Leah Sellers
A Group of Elitist Trolls take a lumbering Stand and bullish Charge for Money and Mega-Corporations Being a Single Entity called People ( the Supreme Citizen‘s United‘s Law, the Statewide Anti-Voting Rights Laws, the Statewide Anti-Wom | |
| |  Syrian Stalemate: Late in the Day: Are Negotiations Still Possible? by Rene Wadlow
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| |  UN World Space Week 2012 by The Ovi Team
Each year, the World Space Week Association, in coordination with the United Nations Office of Outer Space Affairs, selects a theme for the upcoming World Space Week (WSW). The theme for 2012, “Space for Human Safety and Security”, has | |
| |  Dino & Anty 234 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Obama's Speech at the U.N. General Assembly - Long on Sound Bytes by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
With all the foreign dignitaries attending the 67th Regular Session of the U.N. General Assembly, for the last few days, New York is busier than ever. This year, with all those rumors spread by the pro-Israeli politicians, lobby groups and media o | |
| |  2nd Opinion 234 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  Missed Opportunities: Inward focus on domestic issues and parochialism may lead to a start-up delay or "watered down" ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in 2015 by Murray Hunter
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| |  Europa: an Idea and a Journey by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  We love Europe, project by Thanos Kalamidas
We don’t usually publish letters and request | |
| |  Our burden in front the Augean stables by Apopseis.gr
Το χρέος μας απέναντι στην «κόπρο του Αυγείου» | |
| |  The Non-Aligned: Can States Structure a Fluid World Society? by Rene Wadlow
The late August 2012 Non-Aligned Movement Summit in Tehran brought together the leading representatives of some 120 States confirming the importance of the Islamic Republic of Iran as president of the non-Aligned Movement for the next three years. | |
| |  Day of deaf people by The Ovi Team
September 29th. The World Federation of the Deaf (WFD) first launched International Day of the Deaf in 1958; the “day” was later extended to “week.” The International Week of the Deaf (IWD) is observed annually during the l | |
| |  Luxembourg report by Euro Reporter
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Luxembourg's Long-term foreign and local currency Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) at 'AAA'. The Outlooks on the IDRs are Stable. Fitch has simultaneously affirme | |
| |  Mirror by Alex Vannini
For more Curriculum by Alex Vannini, HERE! From more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Our Conscious/Unconscious Contributions to Redistribution's Retributions by Leah Sellers
Trickle-Down Economics is a Ponzi Scheme. Ask anyone who has ever misguidedly gotten in on a multi-level business Pyramid Scheme. Trickle-Down Economics is just a soft-peddled Elitist scam. A Trickle-Down-Up-All (but t | |
| |  One dollar-one euro by Thanos Kalamidas
Waiting for the weekend three south European countries, all eurozone members are getting ready for a series of new economic measures that lead to series of serious cuts and all three of them facing a common problem. From one side the cuts mainly t | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 233 by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Senkaku or Diaoyu Islands? by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Portuguese report by Euro Reporter
Portugal's Tax Blunder The talk out of Portugal this week is that Prime Minister Pedro Passos Coelho has committed a serious political blunder in backing down on his proposed social-security ref | |
| |  SnakeBoots 233 by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Palmistry (Part 5) : Personality by Dr. Yoshifumi Harada
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| |  Life Undercover 233 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Lessons from the Invention of the airplane and the Beginning of the Aviation Era by Murray Hunter
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| |  Lift Spirits 233 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Show Bizz 233 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Shudder by David Sparenberg
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| |  The Eighth planet by The Ovi Team
September 23rd 1846; German astronomer Johann Gottfried Galle discovers the planet Nep | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Obese elephants in Tamil Nadu given slimming help | |
| |  International Peace Day 2012 by The Ovi Team
The International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by resolution 36/67 of the U | |
| |  2nd Opinion 233 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Howling at a Blood Red Moon by Leah Sellers
Careful, Mr. Romney. You are Howling at a volatile Blood Red Moon, sir. While President Obama and Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, are Thoughtfully viewing the same Moon through a Telescope of Measured Reasonings. | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 232 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  SnakeBoots 232 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Rock legend Hendrix dies after party by The Ovi Team
September 18th 1970; Guitarist Jimi Hendrix has died after collapsing at a party in London. Police say there was no question of foul play. A number of sleeping pills were found at the house in Notting Hill Gate and they have been taken away for | |
| |  Life Undercover 232 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Elite educators idolize the "high flying entrepreneurs" while deluded about the realities of entrepreneurship for the masses: by Murray Hunter
Educating South-East Asia’s rural population to develop ideas and create new business models with appropriate technologies Murray Hunter | |
| |  The Who & the BBC explosion by The Ovi Team
September 17th 1967. In introducing them at the Monterey Pop Festival three months earlier, Eric Burdon of the Animals had offered high praise for the up-and-coming British rock band the Who, promising the crowd "A group that will destroy | |
| |  Lift Spirits 232 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Oh, Planetary Fathers and Mothers Brothers and Sisters Of Islam by Leah Sellers
Oh, Planetary Fathers and MothersBrothers and SistersOf IslamGod Be with YouPeace Be with YouThe Merciful Love of God Be with You Africa, and the Middle East’s city streets are in Flam | |
| |  International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer by The Ovi Team
A number of commonly used chemicals have been found to be extremely damaging to the ozone layer. Halocarbons are chemicals in which one or more carbon atoms are linked to one or more halogen atoms (fluorine, chlorine, bromine or iodine). Halocarbo | |
| |  Show Bizz 232 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  What will the future of Afghanistan and Iraq be? by Christos Mouzeviris
Last December we saw the total withdrawal of the American troops from Iraq and it is estimated that by the end of 2014 they will leave Afghanistan as well. And that will hopefully end America's campaign on ter | |
| |  International Day of Democracy 2012 by The Ovi Team
The International Day of Democracy provides an opportunity to review the state of democracy in the world. Democracy is as much a process as a goal, and only with the full participation of and support by the international community, national govern | |
| |  A star princess dead by The Ovi Team
September 14th 1982; Princess Grace of Monaco has died of the injuries she sustained in a car crash near Monte Carlo. The Hollywood actress Grace Kelly - who starred in the Alfred Hitchcock hits Dial M for Murder and Rear Window - suffered a br | |
| |  2nd Opinion 232 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Hippity Hopper and Crickety Cricket's Brush with Eminent Domain by Leah Sellers
“Howdy, Hippity !” Crickety Cricket chirruped out to his old friend. “How’s the Missus and Young’uns doin’ these days ? “Howdy, right back at’cha, Crickety. You sur | |
| |  Roald Dahl by The Ovi Team
September 13th 1916, Roald Dahl, author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (1964) | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 231 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Paul's Ambivalence: Disciple of Jesus or Inventor of Christianity? by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  SnakeBoots 231 by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Palmistry (Part 3): Looking at Fate by Dr. Yoshifumi Harada
Today, let’s turn our attention to fate. Everybody works hard towards achieving a good and happy life. However there will be many unexpected turns in your life’s journey. When a person comes up to any of these turning points in life, w | |
| |  Life Undercover 231 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Lift Spirits 231 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Man accused of stealing $200K in merchandise caught on video D | |
| |  The Race for Space: Apollo 11 (Written for Students) by Artie Knapp
(This story is dedicated to the memory of Neil Armstrong, whose courage and heroism will live on forever. ~ AK) On January 20th, 1961, President John Fitzgerald Kennedy was sworn in as the 35th President of the Unite | |
| |  Show Bizz 231 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Western Civilization on Trial: The Ambiguity of Christianity by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
"Christianity is a life lived together so that we may save ourselves together." | |
| |  Dino & Anty 231 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  A Ruling Narrative - A Reflection on the Irrational in History by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
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| |  Czech report by Euro Reporter
PM under threat after failed vote to hike taxesThe lower house of the Czech parliament rejected on Wednesday the centre-right government's plan to raise sales and income taxes, threatening the f | |
| |  2nd Opinion 231 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 230 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Rohingya Problem: Why? by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Bulgarian report by Euro Reporter
Information about double payment by Russian tourists is speculation“At the moment there are 150 tourists in Bulgaria, who are clients of the bankrupted tour operator Cherry Tour. The informati | |
| |  SnakeBoots 230 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Mary Renault by The Ovi Team
September 4th; Mary Renault, critically acclaimed author of historical novels about an | |
| |  Life Undercover 230 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Ethics, Sustainability and Our New Realities by Murray Hunter
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| |  Belgian report by Euro Reporter
Belgium shuts down nuclear power plantBelgium has temporarily shut down one of its seven nuclear power plants after the country’s atomic energy regulator discovered “several anomalies | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Rembrandt lost in post by gallery in Norway | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
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| |  Swedish report by Euro Reporter
Sweden plans big infrastructure spend to boost growthSweden announced plans on Wednesday to invest an additional 85.5 billion crowns ($13 billion) in infrastructure projects over the coming decade a | |
| |  Dino & Anty 230 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  This is shooting Finland by Thanos Kalamidas
I have been waiting for a week to read something. Even a small line in the news. Absolutely nothing. But let me explain what I’ve been waiting for. It was in the news with the headline, firearms accidents kill two children. A five-year old b | |
| |  The Threepenny Opera premieres by The Ovi Team
August 31st 1928; Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) receives its wo | |
| |  2nd Opinion 230 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Henry James back to U.S. by The Ovi Team
August 29th 1904; Henry James returns to the U.S. for a visit after living abroad | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 229 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Put-Your-Shoulder-To-The-Wheel by Leah Sellers
The Young Girl stood up and hooded her squinting eyes with her sweaty, muddy Hand. She caught the eyes of each of her four similarly sweaty and muddy Cousins. They were all thinking the same thing. “Let’s stop Workin | |
| |  Ingrid Bergman dies on her birthday by The Ovi Team
On august 29th 1982, the Swedish-born actress and three-time Academy Award | |
| |  SnakeBoots 229 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How should we measure the winner? by Prof. Michael R. Czinkota
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| |  Life Undercover 229 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Portuguese report by Euro Reporter
Shock at Portugal beach drowningsA five-year-old girl and her grandfather who drowned off a Portuguese beach after they were swept into the sea have been described as part of a happy and loving fami | |
| |  Lift Spirits 229 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  First man on the moon died by The Ovi Team
U.S. astronaut Neil Armstrong, who took a giant leap for mankind when he beca | |
| |  The Dominance of "Western" Management Theories in South-East Asian Business Schools: The occidental colonization of the mind. by Murray Hunter
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| |  Musings on the Problem of Evil, Suffering and Desire: The Christian and the Buddhist Approach by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Statement from the Bangkok Conference on the Rohingyas of Myanmar by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Polish report by Euro Reporter
Poland church distributes food at Covelli CenterMembers of Poland New Life Church donated their time and effort to give back to the community during the third annual Food Drive at the Covelli Center | |
| |  Novelist Martin Amis by The Ovi Team
Martin Amis, son of novelist Kingsley Amis, is born in Oxford on this day in 1949. | |
| |  Show Bizz 229 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Varying Shades of Rape?! by Leah Sellers
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| |  This is Stubbed Finland by Thanos Kalamidas
According to the popular online encyclopaedia, Wikipedia; The Telegraph is a “conservative-leaning newspaper” and this is a political correct exaggeration on the wrong side. The telegraph represents the most conservative side of the Br | |
| |  Lennon's killer sentenced by The Ovi Team
August 24th, on this day in 1981, Mark David Chapman is sentenced to 20 ye | |
| |  Does the Non-Aligned Movement Still Matter ? by Rene Wadlow
With Iran taking over the three-year term of the presidency of the Non-Aligned Movement (N.A.M.) at the end of August 2012, the question arises if the Non-Aligned Movement still matters in world politics and how Iran will use the presidency? | |
| |  International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition by The Ovi Team
23 August: International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and of its Abolition. The night of 22 to 23 August 1791, in Santo Domingo (today Haiti and the Dominican Republic) saw the beginning of the uprising that would play a crucial role | |
| |  Dino & Anty 229 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  In The Year 2525 by The Ovi Team
"In The Year 2525 (Exordium & Terminus)" by Zager and Evans—the monumental | |
| |  2nd Opinion 229 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Now it is the time that Europe needs "European" media! by Christos Mouzeviris
During this crisis every European is trying to get as much information about what the future will bring for him, his finances, his job, household and children. We all read newspapers watch the news and trying to find information about how does | |
| |  Substituting Spirituality and the Sacred for Religion and Theism? by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  The Swing Era begins by The Ovi Team
The sound of swing, which utterly dominated the American popular-music scene in | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 228 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  On Some of the Misconceptions about Entrepreneurship by Murray Hunter
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| |  Jacqueline Susann by The Ovi Team
On this day in 1918, August 20th, Jacqueline Susann, the author of Valley of the Dolls, the 1966 mega-hit novel about the showbiz lives of three women (reportedly modelled in part after Judy Garland, Marilyn Monroe and Grace Kelly), is born in Phi | |
| |  Curiosity by Patrick McWade
For more 'Then, Again' HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  SnakeBoots 228 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HE | |
| |  Life Undercover 228 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Lift Spirits 228 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, H | |
| |  Show Bizz 228 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz , HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE | |
| |  Introduction to Palmistry: Help is only a hand away - we are the hand that guides us. by Dr. Yoshifumi Harada
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| |  The reforming centres by The Ovi Team
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| |  What Is Written in the Dark by War by Uzeyir Lokman Cayci
You can no longer warm your cold hands, nor offer them in friendship. You have time to look back only once to see the life of your friendship with the flowers, the pleasure you take in love, the light ignited in your heart of | |
| |  Dino & Anty 228 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Do Confucian Principled Businesses Exist in Asia? by Murray Hunter
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| |  2nd Opinion 228 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  Nicholas of Cusa's Via Negativa: Returning to God after Giving up God by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  International Left Handers Day 2012 by The Ovi Team
If you are a Leftie, Then Left Handers Day is just for you! Left Handers, also commonly referred to as Southpaws, are the brunt of more than their share of jokes all year long. How do I know? Yup, you guessed it! It ain't easy bein | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 227 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  SnakeBoots 227 by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Bipolar by Abigail George
Tense, numb, anxious, pensive, I left the psychiatrist with my mother. He wanted to talk to her in private. The magazines in front of me on the table held no interest for me. They were just one thousand and one stories of staring into nothing. I w | |
| |  Life Undercover 227 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Spirituality, Mysticism, Orthodoxy vis a vis Religion by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Shamash, Ishtar and Igigi - Floater structures in ancient Mesopotamia by Floco Tausin
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| |  Lift Spirits 227 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Thoughts on Bullfighting by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
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| |  International Day of the World's Indigenous People by The Ovi Team
The International Day of the World’s Indigenous People (9 August) was first p | |
| |  Show Bizz 227 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How feudalism hinders community transformation and economic evolution: Isn't equal opportunity a basic human right? by Murray Hunter
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| |  How we could benefit from multiculturalism in Europe by Christos Mouzeviris
I am Greek and I live permanently in Dublin, Ireland. Out of curiosity and excitement I decided to travel in Europe a few years ago, but fate had its plans as they say and I decided to stay abroad permanently.Before I decid | |
| |  Projects #4 by Uzeyir Lokman Cayci
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| |  Dino & Anty 227 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Outsiders and Insiders by Valerie Sartor
Most Westerners don’t realize that China has hundreds of types Indigenous Peoples. Officially, the Chinese government classifies these unique peoples into only 55 “minority groups” because many of them have low population densiti | |
| |  The Girl From Another Land by Kufre Udeme
I found her in our streamWith a pot big like her buttocksWith a lad round like her breastsAnd my heart began to steamThe mould of hairs on her headWere like ripe fruits on a bunch | |
| |  SnakeBoots 226 by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  It's Neo-Nazi Racism, Stupid! by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Projects #3 by Uzeyir Lokman Cayci
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| |  Teilhard De Chardin - Omega Point: An Inquiry into Human Consciousness and the Evolution of Man by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Caption for the month August 2012 by The Ovi Team
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| |  Apopseis and an unethical attack by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  August 2012 choices by The Ovi Team
August is definitely the holiday’s month despite the rumours that schools open in Scandinavia and they are well on their way in the far south hemisphere. For this year the choices of the month have to do with music! S | |
| |  Integrating the philosophy of Tawhid – an Islamic approach to organization. by Murray Hunter
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| |  The “Arab revolts”: regional repercussions and world politics by Dr. Tiberio Graziani
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| |  Mr. Win's Solution for the Rohingyas of Burma is a recipe for Fascism by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Last week, I came across Mr. Kanbawza Win's article – “Killing two birds with a stone or a Win, Win Situation” (Eurasia Review, July 19, 2012) – discussing his thesis for solving the Rohingya crisis in western Burma. As | |
| |  Escrito en la oscuridad por la guerra by Uzeyir Lokman Cayci
No podrás más calentarte, tus manos frías ya no se tenderán a la amistad. Tienes el tiempo justo para mirar atrás y observar lo que alguna vez fue y ya no es. Repasa p | |
| |  Dino & Anty 226 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Swedish report by Euro Reporter
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| |  2nd Opinion 226 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Mid Life Crisis and Transition by Murray Hunter
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| |  Last Dying Wish by Jack Wellman
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| |  PersOnality DisOrders 225 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  High Heat under the Midnight Sun by Liisa Hattinen
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| |  Violence - Not In My Name by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Are the violent extremists winning everywhere? A closer look offers ample of evidences to suggest that indeed they are winning, esp. in war-torn countries and in countries that are engaged in war. This trend is somewhat understandable given the fa | |
| |  Ce qui s'ecrit par la guerre dans le noir by Uzeyir Lokman Cayci
Tu ne pourras plus te réchauffer, tes mains froidies ne pourront plus se tendre vers l’amitié !Tu as le temps de regarder en arrière ne fût-ce qu’une fois… Revois encore une fois | |
| |  SnakeBoots 225 by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  O tempora o Olympic mores by Thanos Kalamidas
In the beginning it was the sports pages but soon all media took over with the million dollar question everywhere, who’s going to break the nine seconds record! And if somebody does, however inhuman this might be, manage to break the record | |
| |  Life Undercover 225 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  If yes to the terror of extinction by David Sparenberg
It is hard not to anticipate an on rush of unprecedented suffering. There are too many of us and ill disposed toward the realities of planetary life and living planet. Even without a religious conviction forecasting apocalypse, it is h | |
| |  Lift Spirits 225 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  About Face by Valerie Sartor
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| |  Emotional Attachment by Murray Hunter
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| |  World silent as Muslim massacre goes on in Myanmar by Kourosh Ziabari
Mohammad Hossein Nikzad, a close personal friend and a senior student of political science just called me a few hours ago, worriedly talking about the dire situation of the Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar and the atrocities the Buddhist Rakhines are c | |
| |  G.K. Chesterton on the Vichian Problematic "Myth/History" by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  The McCarthy Boogey-Man by Leah Sellers
The McCarthy Boogey-Man is roaming the Halls of Congress, and the American White House which now houses a ‘foreign’ black president and his family. This same Straw-Man, McCarthy Boogey-Man is busily charging | |
| |  The Blessed Month of Ramadan Has Arrived by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  What is, or would be the United States of Europe's place in and relationship to the global society? by Prof. Francesco Tampoia
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| |  Syria: Late in the Day: Are Negotiations Still Possible? by Rene Wadlow
With increasing violence in Syria highlighted by the killing of the Defence elite on 18 July, 2012 and a stalemated UN diplomatic effort, the question of the possibility of good faith negotiations between Bashar al-Assad and members of the Syrian | |
| |  How should Europe react in the worsening Syrian crisis? by Christos Mouzeviris
For the past couple of years we are seeing a great animosity in our world. From our own economic crisis, to the turbulent uprisings in our own very neighborhood; the Arab Spring as they call it.One after another, people in | |
| |  Nature lessons #1 by Roland Helerand
“Nature teaches more than she preaches. There are no sermons in stones. It is easier to get a spark out of a stone than a moral.” -
John Burroughs Ovi magazine is proud to present Roland Helerand’ | |
| |  Is the Theme of 'World Refugee Day' becoming a farce? by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
June 20 marked the World Refugee Day. It was supposed to raise awareness of the plight of the estimated 42 million displaced people worldwide. A United Nations report released that week showed that 800,000 people were forced to flee across borders | |
| |  Slovakian report by Euro Reporter
Slovaks find railway smuggling tunnel to UkraineA smuggling tunnel the length of seven soccer pitches complete with its own train has been found running beneath the border between Slovakia and Ukrai | |
| |  The case of Iranian diplomat and the Western double standards by Kourosh Ziabari
The splendid concepts of human rights, international law, freedom and democracy can easily become the subject of mockery and derision by the Western propaganda and misinformation machinery overnight when these principles are going to be applied to | |
| |  What Could Have Been Done to Stop It ?! by Leah Sellers
At a midnight premiere showing for The Dark Knight Batman movie in Aurora, Colorado, a disgruntled, disappointed, and dangerous Young Man - a potential Neuro-Scientist - a potential PhD. - a potential future Doctor, who was in the process of dropp | |
| |  Romanian report by Euro Reporter
Romania walls in its RomaThe Roma are the largest ethnic minority in the European Union. And most live as second class citizens, in abject poverty. In the Romanian town of Baia Mare, a mayor has com | |
| |  Show Bizz 225 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Selective democratization and Syria by Thanos Kalamidas
The last weeks, just like everybody else, I have been watching what’s going on in Syria. I have got angry with the pictures that circulate internet, frustrated with the news and sad with the numbers of dead. But I haven’t written anyth | |
| |  Portuguese report by Euro Reporter
Portugal’s borrowing costs drop at 2 billion-euro bill salePortugal sold 1.25 billion euros ($1.5 billion) of 12-month bills as borrowing costs fell to the lowest since 2010 and below the rate | |
| |  Dino & Anty 225 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Polish report by Euro Reporter
Polish media unite to charge for online contentSeveral major Polish media companies are joining forces to put some of their best online content behind a combined paywall – an attempt to mainta | |
| |  Istanbul by Uzeyir Lokman Cayci
Die Vögel des Hafens Schleppen mich in das Meeres Innere Als ob sie hinter dem Leid herlaufen würdenWährend deine Abwesenheit Fortwährend auf mich zukommtWimmerns, Ächzen | |
| |  2nd Opinion 225 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE | |
| |  Chinese Conversational Norms by Valerie Sartor
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| |  Living Green Video by Artie Knapp
Our very own Artie Knapp offers you the experience of a free video-book, just follow the link and the instructions. http://www.undiscoveredearth.com/2012/06/ | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 224 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Generational Attitudes and Behaviour by Murray Hunter
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| |  SnakeBoots 224 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HER | |
| |  An Incensed Texan-American Citizen, And Deservedly So... by Leah Sellers
Every day for almost six years now, I have drug my Broken Body through Texas’ deliberately broken down Workers’ Compensation System expecting - then hesitantly hoping - then finally begging to be healed. To be Fixed. And De | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Cat video film festival | |
| |  Life Undercover 224 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Lift Spirits 224 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  One Man, Multiple Inventions: The lessons and legacies of Thomas Edison by Murray Hunter
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| |  The future of Euroland by Christos Mouzeviris
Two weeks ago, the 30th of June; I had the honour to be invited in a workshop organized by the Euro-land-Citizens movement of the Newropeans magazine, in Berlin. The topic of this public debate was the future of the Euro-land (or euro-zone as most | |
| |  Show Bizz 224 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  An Elemental Reverie of Water by Leah Sellers
Texas has been undergoing a rather unpleasant drought for the past few years, which has brought Texas’ parched future concerning Water under serious scrutiny. However, for the first time, in a very long time | |
| |  Hungarian report by Euro Reporter
Hungary’s ‘outlandish’ policies threaten IMF dealHungarian government measures to address the country’s deteriorating economy and the Cabinet’s slumping popularity resu | |
| |  Dino & Anty 224 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Chinese Cinderella by Valerie Sartor
Some of the world’s greatest inventions, ideas and concepts originated from China. Very few Westerners know, however that a beloved fairy tale - Cinderella – has been traced by scholars to the Zhuang people, a minority group that has l | |
| |  2nd Opinion 224 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE | |
| |  The environment as a multi-dimensional system: Taking off your rose coloured glasses by Murray Hunter
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| |  Die Realitaten die sich in unserem Instinkt bilden by Uzeyir Lokman Cayci
Die Realitäten die sich in unserem Instinkt bilden Ich habe geklopft drei mal mit meinen Fingern an die geschlossene Türe.... ich dachte dass er..."besetzt" ist da | |
| |  The Secret of Thai Beauty by Kittirat Yothangrong
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| |  Clouds of Perception by Leah Sellers
“Look, Daddy ! Look, Grandma ! Look into the sky. I See a Wolf howling at a pretty round ball !” Smiling, the Father looked down into his Child’s awe filled Bright Eyes, and followed her small f | |
| |  French report by Euro Reporter
Uproar in France over tapes of terrorism suspectFrench authorities are investigating how recorded conversations between police and a young man accused of a terrorist rampage earlier this year were l | |
| |  America's Moral Failings under Obama by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  How is the Keystone XL Pipeline Progressing? by Oil Price Magazine
Four and a half years of studies and five failed votes in the House later, exactly where are we with the Keystone XL pipeline? Stuck on the US-Canadian border where it is likely to remain until mid-2013 despite the headline-grabbing issuance of on | |
| |  Life Undercover 223 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Santiago de Compostela Codex Calixtinus found in garage | |
| |  Realities Which Form Our Instincts by Uzeyir Lokman Cayci
The door was closed. I fumbled three times with the doorknob. I thought the room was occupied then, buttoning up my vest, I entered, my head lowered. I feared a nasty look th | |
| |  Lift Spirits 223 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Jutta Urpilainen Vis Kim Kardashian by Thanos Kalamidas
In politics there is a principal; when you load a gun - don’t misunderstand, I don’t mean a real gun, it is politics semantics - you must have a b plan, an escape route and definitely the wish to use it. If you don’t have any of | |
| |  International Day of Cooperatives by The Ovi Team
"The global financial and economic crisis has also demonstrated the resilience of alternative financial institutions such as cooperative [...] I encourage all stakeholders to continue building awareness and pursuing policies to strengthen coopera | |
| |  Hay vida despues de Facebook? by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
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| |  The Prisoner of Truth by Leah Sellers
The eager, Young Journalist was honestly surprised. “What ? You like Prison ?” “Yep, sure do.” “But why ? Don’t you want to be Free to Live your Own Life ? | |
| |  ICGUDULERIMIZDE SEKILLENEN GERCEKLER by Uzeyir Lokman Cayci
İÇGÜDÜLERİMİZDE ŞEKİLLENEN GERÇEKLER Kapalı kapıyıÜç kere parmaklarımlaTıkırdattım...“Meş | |
| |  Show Bizz 223 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Continuum of Psychotic Organisational Typologies by Murray Hunter
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| |  Vayan a Casa, Movimiento de Ocupacion!! (El McFB - Que es eso?) by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
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| |  On Dogmatism and Idolatry: Good Intentions Gone Wrong by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Lately I have read two interesting reflections on dogmatism and idolatry: one by Martin LeFevre in the pages of Ovi magazine titled “Standing on a Stump in the Universe,” to which I have reacted by supplying an initial comment, and one in a bo | |
| |  Does Europe need a new Renaissance? by Christos Mouzeviris
In the recent years Europe comes on the spotlight of the global news, only for its economic woes and inability to cope with the ongoing economic crisis. Just like many times in the past, Europe is in the centre of the global i | |
| |  The philosophers for Europe by Prof. Francesco Tampoia
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| |  Is there life after Facebook ? - The Cyber Gulag revisited & Debate reloaded by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
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| |  Caption for the month by The Ovi Team
After all things happening in Europe who else could be best to revisit the caption of the month that the German chancellor! Just look at this photo and write a caption/speech/bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination | |
| |  Dino & Anty 223 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Issue #23 - "Europe from its foundations to the 21st century" by Thanos Kalamidas
An evening last month going through the Ovi | |
| |  Editorial: Europe from its Foundations to the 21st Century by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Ovi bookshop by The Ovi Team
Ovi magazine for long time offers you a selection of eBooks in variety of themes covering from essays, history, novels, children books, short stories, cartoons and comics. And we constantly try to | |
| |  People tend to start businesses for the wrong reasons by Murray Hunter
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| |  Mene kotiin Occupy - liike!! (McFB - mika se on?) by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
Siitä asti, kun vuosia sitten kehitin termin „McFB elämäntapa“ ja varsinkin sen jälkeen kun kiehtovat Facebook artikkelini (Is there life after Facebook I and II) julkaistiin, olen saanut pyyntöjä selve | |
| |  2nd Opinion 223 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Players into refugees in a new appThe | |
| |  Les realites qui se forment dans nos instincts by Uzeyir Lokman Cayci
LES REALITES QUI SE FORMENT DANS NOS INSTINCTS J’ai tripotéTrois fois avec mes doigtsLa porte fermée...J’ai penséQu’il « Occupé... » | |
| |  Go Home, Occupy Movement!! - (The McFB - Was Ist Das?) by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
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| |  Isabel Martinez de Peron by The Ovi Team
June 29th 1974; Maria Estela Isabel Martinez de Peron has been sworn in as interim | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 222 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Kid not a Dog by Patrick McWade
For more Then, Again, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HER | |
| |  How emotions influence how we see the world. by Murray Hunter
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| |  International Day in Support of Victims of Torture by The Ovi Team
"Every day, women, men and children are tortured or ill-treated with the intention of destroying their sense of dignity and human worth. [...] By concretely supporting victims of torture, the international community will prove its unequivocal det | |
| |  The Making of Kurdistan: Oil, Investment and a Turkish Gamble by Oil Price Magazine
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| |  SnakeBoots 222 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! for more Ovi Cartoons, HE | |
| |  Mas porque diabos a Finlandia? by Monica Vasku
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| |  King of Pop dies at age 50 by The Ovi Team
On this day in 2009, Michael Jackson, one of the most commercially successful entertainers in history, dies at the age of 50 at his home in Los Angeles, California, after suffering from cardiac arrest caused by a fatal combination of drugs given t | |
| |  Life Undercover 222 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Mountains (& Valleys) Beyond Jung - a Book Words by David Sparenberg
ANAMA An Anatomy of a Personified Notion by James Hillman, with excerpts from C.G. Juing and original drawings by Mary Vernon, Spring Publications, 188 pp, $22.00 Myths love to enchant us with the figures of | |
| |  Danish report by Euro Reporter
Denmark ices ‘three strikes’ piracy plan, opts for carrot and stickAs US ISPs gear up to become the internet’s copyright cops from July, Denmark has put its plans for a ‘thre | |
| |  The Increasing Threats to Global Energy Supplies - An Interview with Jellyfish by Oil Price Magazine
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| |  Lift Spirits 222 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, H | |
| |  No solution for Europe without reaffirming the Lisbon Strategy by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
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| |  The second Greek elections, June the 17th, 2012 by Christos Mouzeviris
It just happened this year for me to be in Greece during the last three weeks before the elections; for some, they were the most important and critical elections of the country's recent history. The importance of the elections, gave them a ref | |
| |  Terrorists arrested, hopes renewed by Kourosh Ziabari
The announcement by Iran's intelligence ministry that it has arrested 20 people associated with the terrorist operations in which two of the country's nuclear scientists were assassinated received the Western mainstream media's meaning | |
| |  The new Greek government by Thanos Kalamidas
Checking the names of the new Greek government I realized that this government will have the shortest period of grace in the Greek history perhaps the European history. And the feeling was very strong since while checking the names and their short | |
| |  An Open Letter to Daw Aung San Suu Kyi of Burma by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Dear Daw Suu Kyi, For more than a decade, as a concerned human rights activist, I have worked towards release of political prisoners like you and democratization of Burma (Myanmar). It was good to see that the new regi | |
| |  Iran Looks to China and Russia for Military Support as Pressure from the West Increases by Oil Price Magazine
Beset by rising rhetoric about a possible Israeli attack against its nuclear facilities, Iran is seeking full membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization as an additional layer of international diplomatic "life insurance." | |
| |  One of God's Mysteries by Patrick McWade
For more For the moment, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HE | |
| |  Show Bizz 222 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Open the Closet-Doors ! by Leah Sellers
What happens if You Open that Closet-Door ?Will the Boogie Man (or Woman) jump out of the ClosetAnd knock you to the floor ?Will that Nice Man you work beside every day of the weekTurn-of-the-handle, pop out of the Closet | |
| |  Dino & Anty 222 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Geopolitics of Quantum Buddhism: Our Pre-Hydrocarbon Tao Future (No Breakthrough at the Rio+20 Summit) by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
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| |  Euro-report by Euro Reporter
Market relief fades at Greek election resultsReaction to the Greek elections in financial markets followed a familiar, disconcerting pattern on Monday as early relief gave way to renewed anxiety abo | |
| |  World Sickle Cell Day 2012 by The Ovi Team
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a serious condition that affects people all over the world; the complications that arise from it are usually fatal. Sickle cell disease is a set of red blood cell disorders that are mostly inherited. In sickle cell dis | |
| |  Do we have a creative intelligence? by Murray Hunter
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| |  2nd Opinion 222 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE | |
| |  Those who benefit from failed Iran talks by Kourosh Ziabari
With only a week remaining to the sensitive, determining talks between the top negotiators of six world powers and Iran over the latter's nuclear program, some wicked, corrupt forces from here and there are trying their best to deliver a letha | |
| |  Europe - Russia Dialogue in the frame of the uni-multipolar geopolitical transition by Dr. Tiberio Graziani
Here the speech of Tiberio Graziani - president of the Institute of Advanced Studies in Geopolitics and Auxiliary Sciences (ISAG - http://www.istituto-geopolitica.eu/ ) ( and director of "Geopolitica" (http://www.geopolitica-rivista.or | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 221 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  The True Tragedy by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
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| |  British report by Euro Reporter
Britain can do better than leave the EU. We can change itTen years ago there was an unholy alliance between Ukip and the evangelists of euro membership, who together argued that it was impossible to | |
| |  SnakeBoots 221 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HER | |
| |  The road to hell is paved with euro intentions by Thanos Kalamidas
Crying wolf is the most often used story with an educational end for centuries, but I’m afraid the last couple of years the domino effect is the contemporary European wolf with the very bad end. And just like with the little shepherd everybo | |
| |  Every blood donor is a hero by The Ovi Team
On 14 June, countries worldwide celebrate World Blood Donor Day with events to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products and to thank voluntary unpaid blood donors for their life-saving gifts of blood. The theme of the 2012 Wor | |
| |  Why anti-Israelism is not anti-Semitism by Kourosh Ziabari
The leaders of the Israeli regime have long been after spreading this fallacy that criticizing the actions and policies of this regime is tantamount to being anti-Jew and anti-Semite, thereby sanctioning any condemnation of their brutal and aggres | |
| |  American Dream or American Nightmare? by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Michigan Oil Spill Compounded by Poor Safety Procedures by Oil Price Magazine
Canadian pipeline company Enbridge is in the hot seat for an oil spill from a ruptured line in southern Michigan. Crews in Marshall, Mich., are still working to clean up contaminated areas nearly two years after Line 6B burst open, dumping about 2 | |
| |  Life Undercover 221 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Imagination may be more important than knowledge: The eight types of imagination we use. by Murray Hunter
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| |  The Capitalizing Nature of Ventursome Vultures by Leah Sellers
A large, dark Bird circled the big dead tree, and landed on one of its skeletal branches. “Hey there, Jack-o.” Another similar large dark Bird, already napping on another petrified branch of the same t | |
| |  Lift Spirits 221 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Platini and the Race Card by Binoy Kampmark
Michel Platini, the UEFA President ever lurking in the shadows of global football, was seeking to pull his weight just prior to the opening fixture of Euro 2012, which is now underway in Poland and the Ukraine. The way he is doing so, notabl | |
| |  Nao seculo asiatico sem a instituicao pan-asiatico by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
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| |  Reports of Nabucco Pipeline's Death are Exaggerated by Oil Price Magazine
The refining director at BP caused a stir last week in Berlin when he was interpreted as saying the full version of the Nabucco natural gas pipeline was no longer an option for the consortium working in the Shah Deniz natural gas field in Azerbaij | |
| |  Remembering FALLUJAH and NATO War Crimes by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Non esiste alcun secolo asiatico senza un'istituzione panasiatica by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
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| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
A unique Jubilee tribute and you must just look at this photo and write a caption/speech/bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  Cole Porter by The Ovi Team
June 9th 1891; on this day in 1891, the great composer and lyricist Cole Porter—one of the most important American songwriters of the 20th century—is born in Peru, Indiana. Porter's earliest efforts on the musical stage were abject | |
| |  Show Bizz 221 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The real face of fascism live on Greek TV by Thanos Kalamidas
Just before ten o’clock in the morning and browsing the news I got a mail linking me to a video that had been uploaded just minutes ago. Two hours later I hadn’t still recover from the shock and evening now browsing the news again the | |
| |  World Ocean Day by The Ovi Team
On World Oceans Day people around the planet celebrate and honour the body of wa | |
| |  Spanish report by Euro Reporter
Spanish leader gives up no-bank bailout mantraSpain's Prime Minister appeared Thursday to have abandoned his insistence that the country's troubled banking sector will not need an external b | |
| |  June 2012 choices by The Ovi Team
While Britain celebrates the Diamond Jubilee, Europe’s economic crisis deepens. So Ovi for the month June goes finance with an oil prices site and a Euro blog.Site of the month: | |
| |  Dino & Anty 221 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Ei Aasian vuosisataa ilman Aasian-laajuista institutiota by Dr. Anis H. Bajrektarevic
Jo yli vuosikymmenen ajan useat asiaankuuluvat akateemiset julkaisut ovat olleet täynnään artikkeleita, jotka ovat enteilleet 2000-luvun alusta Aasian vuosisataa. Tätä on usein perusteltu monien runsasväkisten Aasian | |
| |  World Environment Day by The Ovi Team
World Environment Day is an annual event that is aimed at being the biggest a | |
| |  2nd Opinion 221 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE | |
| |  The 'Amen Corner' in the Capitol Hill by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
With the U.S. presidential election only five months away, the Capitol Hill is behaving more and more like a cheer-leading ‘Amen Corner’ for the rogue state of Israel these days than a body of wise law-makers that care about what is be | |
| |  Mugabe, the cannibal genocide responsible representing UN by Thanos Kalamidas
Just imagine the United Nations in a special celebration announcing that Joseph Stalin was going to be appointed as representative of the organization to promote tourism! You think I’m joking? Well the only part I’m joking is the part | |
| |  Larry McMurtry by The Ovi Team
June 3rd 1936; Bestselling novelist Larry McMurtry is born on this day in Wichita Falls, | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 220 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Dead Poets Society released by The Ovi Team
June 2nd 1989, the boys’ prep school drama Dead Poets Society, starring Robin Williams, is released in selected U.S. theatres. Set in 1959 at a fictional all-male preparatory school called Welton Academy, the film starred Robin Williams as J | |
| |  SnakeBoots 220 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Violence in Miami: Bath Salts and Causeway Cannibalism by Binoy Kampmark
One of the striking, brilliant paradoxes of American life is how it reconciles the legal with the brutal, the concept of a healthy rounded life with that of fast food and supersizing. At times, its legalism is sclerotic and mundane. It | |
| |  Portuguese report by Euro Reporter
Portugal’s asset sales draw foreign bids, boutique firmsThe factors forcing Portugal to seek a bailout in 2011 have triggered a wave of mergers, acquisitions and government disposals in the co | |
| |  Life Undercover 220 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Lift Spirits 220 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Pain Changes You by Leah Sellers
“The bomb landed outside Our Home. We were asleep. It blew a large hole into our wall.” “The bomb killed My Wife. The bomb blinded My eight year old Son. The bomb blew off the left hand o | |
| |  Show Bizz 220 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dino & Anty 220 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Tokyo keepers catch fugitive Penguin | |
| |  2nd Opinion 220 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE | |
| |  God is in the Storm by Jack Wellman
I have a former church member who remains a very close friend of mine even today. This man is going through some very terrible trials right now. Before I was called into the ministry, this man was our worship music leader. | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 219 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  SnakeBoots 219 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HER | |
| |  Hillary's Hypocritical Comments in South Asia by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Recently, the U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton visited Bangladesh. It was a short visit. She flew into Dhaka from China after convincing Chinese leaders to free blind dissident Chen Guangcheng. The stop in Bangladesh was "person | |
| |  Life Undercover 219 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  On Vico's "Barbarism of the Intellect": A Review-Essay by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Lift Spirits 219 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Show Bizz 219 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dino & Anty 219 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Men charged in arson fires were nabbed at gunpoint by suspicious property owner | |
| |  Hydrogen bomb over Bikini Atoll by The Ovi Team
May 20th 1956; the United States conducts the first airborne test of an improved hydrogen bomb, dropping it from a plane over the tiny island of Namu in the Bikini Atoll in the Pacific Ocean. The successful test indicated that hydrogen bombs we | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 218 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Mods and Rockers by The Ovi Team
May 18th 1964; Scores of youths have been given prison sentences following a Whitsun weekend of violent clashes between gangs of Mods and Rockers at a number of resorts on the south coast of England. Two youths were taken to hospital with knife | |
| |  SnakeBoots 218 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HE | |
| |  Life Undercover 218 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Cypriot report by Euro Reporter
Cyprus president Christofias says he won’t run for second term, cites stalled peace talksCyprus President Dimitris Christofias says he will not seek re-election for a second term because there | |
| |  Lift Spirits 218 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  The Gibson Cauldron: Mobster Fantasies and Get the Gringo by Binoy Kampmark
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| |  Mama, Do You Know Me ? by Leah Sellers
Alzheimer’s/Dementia is a cruel Dis-ease.Gradually - day by day - memory by memory - your Loved One leaves you.Slips away from you.Mama, Do You Know Me ?Mama is/was a Gentle, Sensitive Soul.An Artist. A Natur | |
| |  Show Bizz 218 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  My Generation by The Ovi Team
May 19th 1965; from the Bible to Oedipus Rex to King Lear, literature has long concerned itself with the difficult relations that sometimes arise between members of different generations. The Fifth Commandment—"Honour thy father and thy | |
| |  Is Extremism Eroding Western Civilization? by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Dino & Anty 218 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  2nd Opinion 218 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE | |
| |  En-Gay-G-Ment With Equal Rights For All Under the Law by Leah Sellers
America is Evolving Forward into the Future. The American Black President took Courage and Integrity under his Wings and flew like an Eagle. This Philosophical Poetry-Man and Evolutionary Leader announced | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 216 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  SnakeBoots 217 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HE | |
| |  Greeks, 'the water of Lethe' and the absolute exploitation of the patriotic ideal by Dimitra Karantzeni
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| |  A bloody Golden sunDown where democracy rised by Thanos Kalamidas
While everybody was expecting France and Hollande to make headlines after last Sunday’s results it was the Greek elections that hacked the spotlights. And the headlines combined with statements from states’ representatives and experts | |
| |  How Terry Jones can get away with it by Kourosh Ziabari
Burning the holy books which are interconnected with the hearts and souls of millions of people around the world is one of the most heinous and dreadful actions which one can think of. After decades of bloodshed and bigotry in the two World Wars, | |
| |  Greek and French Elections 2012. The aftermath. by Christos Mouzeviris
What an eventful weekend we had in Europe, with two EU and eurozone countries having elections, that could reshape the current economic and political agenda in our continent. The Markets are already responding negatively, in what they think is a b | |
| |  Life Undercover 217 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Vico as Grandfather of Modern Historicism and Hermeneutics by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  The Cartagena Incident: Affirming U.S. success by Prof. Michael R. Czinkota
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| |  Swedish report by Euro Reporter
The National Library of Sweden chooses Beijer Electronics' Building Automation SolutionBeijer Electronics has received a strategic order from the National Property Board of Sweden. The Authority | |
| |  Lift Spirits 217 by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Show Bizz 217 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  Compatriots Greeks in the name of democracy don't vote MPs, vote representatives by Thanos Kalamidas
I hope the readers of Ovi magazine will forgive me but in front the possibility/probability of a Nazi party entering the Greek parliament, in the country that founded democracy, I feel at least oblige to say some things in Greek. I don’t believe | |
| |  Greek report by The Ovi Team
Greece starts voting as anxious eurozone looks onGreece started voting on Sunday in an early general election that threatens to turn its decades-old political system on its head and bring the eurozo | |
| |  Dino & Anty 217 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Europe for the people and not people for the Euro by Thanos Kalamidas
In the next twenty-four hours two European counties will deal with critical elections. The schizophrenic with those two cases is that the result of those elections will influence in many ways – not always similar – their internal situa | |
| |  2nd Opinion 217 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE | |
| |  We Need Export Lending by Prof. Michael R. Czinkota
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| |  Spanish report by Euro Reporter
Spain meets bond auction target as French borrowing costs fallSpanish bonds gained after the Treasury met its target at a debt sale, while French costs declined at an auction, easing concern that th | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 216 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Cinema - The Complete Art Form by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
I believe that the cinema has always been the “Complete Art Work” sought by every high civilization since the Greek democracy under Pericles.In German, the term is Gesamtkunstwerk, used by Wagner to descri | |
| |  World Press Freedom Day by The Ovi Team
Every year, May 3rd is a date which celebrates the fundamental principles of press freedom; to evaluate press freedom around the world, to defend the media from attacks on their independence and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their | |
| |  SnakeBoots 216 by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Self-Made Concentration Camps by Leah Sellers
As a Child, the Children in Cheyenne’s Neighborhood sometimes liked to Play War by re-enacting scenes from WWII movies. The boys would be the Warriors, and the girls would be the Nurses. The boys would scream | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
Fine is elections all around so good time to tell us what you think for that supreme democratic right! Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  UAE leads an anti-Iranian alliance by Kourosh Ziabari
The United Arab Emirates officials are burning with a low blue flame. They have once again started insulting the Iranian nation using an arrogant and offensive language. What has irritated them this time is the recent visit paid by the Iranian Pre | |
| |  Life Undercover 216 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Marching to the Greek parliament with a Nazi salute by Thanos Kalamidas
The night of May 30th 1941 marks semantically the Greek modern history. Two young men, Manolis Glezos and Apostolos Santas climbed on the Acropolis and tore down the swastika, which had been there since April 27, 1941, when the Nazi forces had ent | |
| |  May 2012 choices by The Ovi Team
Spring means flowers; a new beginning for the nature but at the moment for most is hopping in a political spring and change with elections in France and Greece now, Germany and USA to follow. So let’s talk about photography! | |
| |  Burma's PR democracy by Thanos Kalamidas
The last two weeks I keep reading in the media about the enthusiasm all the nations show for the changes in Burma. US Foreign secretary Hillary Clinton visited the state, then it was the British PM and finally the EU High Representative for Foreig | |
| |  Economic Ideas Forum. My opinion on what's been discussed! by Christos Mouzeviris
The general experience of attending such forum with so many high ranked Irish and European officials participating, was certainly positive. I have to admit that it was very well organized and orchestrated, with interesting current topics to dis | |
| |  Show Bizz 216 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Love potion and... by David Sparenberg
here the formula for the pathos of passion and a democratization of planetary deliverance from the invasion evils of human ignorance, hatred, violence, nihilism, narcissism, madness, normalcy, consumption addition, extravagance and greed: From | |
| |  The non lesser of two evils - Greek elections 2012 by Dimitra Karantzeni
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| |  Slovakian report by Euro Reporter
Slovakia to tax rich but vows tight spendingSlovakia's new left-of-centre government unveiled plans Friday to consolidate public finances by scrapping a business-friendly flat tax in favour of h | |
| |  2nd Opinion 216 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoon, HERE! | |
| |  The Dance of the Dolphins, The Song of the Whales by Leah Sellers
Come play with meUpon the Primordial SeasCome Dance the WavesAnd Sing the SongsThat only the Great Whales RememberAnd Recall into MemoryCome play with meGlide and Sway to the Watery Rhythms | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 215 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  A Silly Sort of Patriotism: Meditations on ANZAC Day by Binoy Kampmark
Anzac Day is a volatile dynamic phenomenon (that) will keep changing as we doDavid MaloufAnother ceremony, another round of marches for the veterans and current members of the Australi | |
| |  Still In The Wilderness by Kufre Udeme
I am still in the wildernessThe desert of loveI am still waiting for my darlingMy pleasure giverI cannot travel without my darlingFor the road is roughI lost my darlingRight from birthI have send messages | |
| |  SnakeBoots 215 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Life Undercover 215 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Lift Spirits 215 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Noble and not so Noble Lies by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Show Bizz 215 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Eggless chick laid by hen in Sri Lanka | |
| |  Lithuanian report by Euro Reporter
Lithuania refuses Investtorgbank permission to open an officeThe Lithuanian central bank declined to allow Russia’s Investtorgbank OAO to open an office in the country on the ground that the l | |
| |  Dino & Anty 215 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  A New Mali Federation? by Rene Wadlow
Since the fall of northern Mali to the forces of the Tuareg at the end of March 2012, the situation has grown in complexity. The group of young officers, more or less led by Captain Amadou Sanogo, had taken control of the government build | |
| |  Thresold by David Sparenberg
Rapidly we approach the event horizon, the outer limit, the edge, the brink, the frontier, the point of no return. Before us all emerge two directions: oblivion or renewal. | |
| |  SnakeBoots 214 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HER | |
| |  What will China's rise mean for Europe? by Christos Mouzeviris
For the past few decades we are witnessing a transformation on the global politics and a slow shift of power towards the East. With western economies declining and being in recession, opportunities arose for new economic powerhouses on the planet, | |
| |  Hungarian report by Euro Reporter
PM to shake up government in two weeksHungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban will reshuffle his government within the next two weeks and plans to appoint a close political ally to deal with the International Monetary Fund i | |
| |  Saudi Arabia: Dancing to Israel's tune by Kourosh Ziabari
The fact that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has joined the vicious triangle of the United States, Israel and Britain to destabilize the Islamic Republic of Iran and put pressure on Tehran over its nuclear program is not a secret anymore. The Saudi o | |
| |  Life Undercover 214 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  In the Roman arena between sports and doping by Thanos Kalamidas
The summer that is coming is an all sports summer with the London Olympics to hold the top sport event of the year and the European nation’s championship to follow. But the sports summer is coming after a very dark winter where the event tha | |
| |  World Haemophilia Day 2012 by The Ovi Team
Haemophilia is bleeding condition, clotting of blood fails to take place in a normal manner. Following an accident, haemophiliacs suffer excessive bleeding, as it takes longer to heal, in comparison to normal individuals. This is due to a faulty c | |
| |  Lift Spirits 214 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Show Bizz 214 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Escaped wallaby caught using huge fishing netA wallab | |
| |  Oku Inam by Kufre Udeme
A sanctified institutionBedrock of the highest priestBirthplace of white sacrificeThe way to holinessHead rung of all laddersOrder of the supremeWhere callers are bathedWith misfortunes of gainAnd thos | |
| |  The Fedora Kid by Richard Stanford
He took dead aim naturally without thinking about it under the bright sunlight, without c | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 213 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  SnakeBoots 213 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE | |
| |  Life Undercover 213 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Softening the Metal: Phyllida Lloyd's The Iron Lady by Binoy Kampmark
Madonna in Downing StreetLinda Grant on Margaret Thatcher, The Guardian, Jan 5Gore Vidal claimed that the second unfortunate thing to befall Abraham Lincoln was not merely his assassin | |
| |  Czech report by Euro Reporter
Neo-Nazis outnumbered by counter-protesters at Chanov housing estate by two to oneUltra-right extremists from the Workers' Social Justice Party (Dělnická strana sociální spravedlnosti - DSSS) and neo-Na | |
| |  Lift Spirits 213 by Thanos Kalamidas
for more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, H | |
| |  The Legs In Your Lineages by Kufre Udeme
Sitting by the shoreWatching the whispering waterAmbling through the forestListening to the moaning of the treesThey echoed one warning meaning My child, my child | |
| |  Show Bizz 213 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dino & Anty 213 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Autocratic Corporatism versus Democratic and Socialistic Republicanism by Leah Sellers
Corporatism destroys Democratic and Socialistic Republics by replacing them with tyrannical CEO Autocracies. Dictators make great CEO’s, and CEO’s make great Dictators. The proliferation of the Cult o | |
| |  Jim Clark killed by The Ovi Team
April 7th 1968; Motor racing world champion Jim Clark was killed in a car crash during a Formula Two race at Hockenheim. Clark, 32, was at the wheel of his Lotus-Cosworth which left the track at 170mph (274km/h), somersaulted through the air an | |
| |  Ibibio Baby by Kufre Udeme
Ibibio babyHe regrets coming doubleHe prefers coming single like a cow Born in the night Named OkonHe is circumcised after eight daysHe buries his | |
| |  A death over Greece's stolen dignity by Thanos Kalamidas
Yesterday a man killed himself in front of passing people in the most central square in Athens in front of the Greek parliament and coincidentally called “Constitution Square.” In a note he left - and this minute has overflowed the | |
| |  Austrian report by Euro Reporter
Austria rejects bank bonds backed by rescued Euro membersThe Austrian Central Bank will join Germany’s Bundesbank in rejecting as collateral bank bonds guaranteed by member states receiving aid from the European Union an | |
| |  SnakeBoots 212 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HER | |
| |  Life Undercover 212 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  This is Finland and in the middle Keskusta (Centre) by Thanos Kalamidas
In a very twisted way the Finnish Centre party (Keskusta) reminds me of NATO, the North-Atlantic organization with long past expired day, absolutely no excuse of existence and still be there trying to prove that is alive from its grave. And you kn | |
| |  Lift Spirits 212 by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Slovakian report by Euro Reporter
Slovakia marks 70th anniversary of Auschwitz transportSlovakia sent a train from its Poprad station to Auschwitz to commemorate the first transport of Slovak Jews, in 1942. Edita Grosmanova, a Slovak-Jewish concentration camp | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
Just look at them! The monster and the monstrous wife or her British origins are enough to give her an alibi? Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  Show Bizz 212 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Avalanche research aids search for tastier ice creamAvalanche experts are h | |
| |  April 2012 choices by The Ovi Team
Spring is here even though here in Helsinki there is still snow. But hey, here and there you can see something shyly colouring the white and the sun is here, so spring is just around the corner and spring among others means …the blossom o | |
| |  Romeo shot traumatized Finland by Thanos Kalamidas
This morning while listening the news all Finland lost a heart-beat and for the next few hours all of us doesn’t matter what we did, planed to do or didn’t do; all of us had in the back of our mind the terrifying combination of the | |
| |  Soul Cannibals by Kufre Udeme
The greatest runner can't beat their reachJump to the bottomless pit if you careDistance is no barrier to their sinking glareYour flesh and blood they'll certainly fetchAnd in their coven they'll gladly share. | |
| |  2nd Opinion 212 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE | |
| |  Civilian Policing: Killing Trayvon Martin and Neighbourhood Watch by Binoy Kampmark
A hundred years of lynching, justifiable homicide. Same thing.Protester’s sign, Sanford, Mar 21, 2012‘We report all suspicious persons and activities to the Sanford Police Department. | |
| |  SnakeBoots 211 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HER | |
| |  Is It a Hate Crime Or a Fear Crime? by Leah Sellers
George Zimmerman has his Fears. Trayvon Martin had his Fears. Fears have Sight, Sound, Smell, Taste, Touch, Intuition and Conscious, UnConscious and SubConscious Thought. Every nano-second of every day All Living Creat | |
| |  Lift Spirits 211 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Show Bizz 211 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Borat anthem stuns Kazakh gold medallist in KuwaitKazakhsta | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 210 by Thanos Kalamidas
for more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  SnakeBoots 210 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE | |
| |  Uncle Tom's Cabin is published by The Ovi Team
March 20th 1852; Harriet Beecher Stowe\'s anti-slavery novel, Uncle Tom\'s Cabin, is published. The novel sold 300,000 copies within three months and was so widely read that when President Abraham Lincoln met Stowe in 1862, he reportedly said, | |
| |  Life Undercover 210 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
'Ugliest dog' in the world, Yoda, dies at 15The owner of the | |
| |  Lift Spirits 210 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Show Bizz 210 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Muslim Predicament in the post-colonial era - 3 by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Cross My Heart and Hope to Die... by Leah Sellers
Some people are just not good with Time. Cheyenne is one of those people. She is not linear in her Thinking or Conception of Time. She’s more Cyclical and Organic. She really knows how to enjoy the Present | |
| |  Britain to blame again for the new EU fiscal treaty referendum? by Christos Mouzeviris
British opposition to the EU’s original fiscal treaty proposal is partly responsible for forcing a referendum on the issue in the Republic, former Taoiseach John Bruton argued yesterday. The Republic has to hold a constitutional refere | |
| |  2nd Opinion 210 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HER | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 209 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  SnakeBoots 209 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Croce's Historicism: a Reassessment and a Revision by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
“All history is contemporary history” --Benedetto | |
| |  Life Undercover 209 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
LSD 'helps alcoholics to give up drinking'One dose of the hallu | |
| |  Dino & Anty 209 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  2nd Opinion 209 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Moderation-Compromise Imperative for Survival by Leah Sellers
When Canoeing with two or more OccupantsLean too far LeftLean too far RightThe Canoe will list and possibly flip - capsizeEmptying all of the Canoe’s Occupants outTo take an un-comfortably un-planned dipIn | |
| |  Swedish report by Euro Reporter
Sweden Democrats in bid to 'help' immigrants leaveThe Sweden Democrats' youth wing wants to entice jobless immigrants to leave the country by offering them "goodie bags" complete with tips on how to facil | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 208 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Spanish report by Euro Reporter
Spain warns it will miss 2012 deficit targetSpain's prime minister said Friday that his recession-ridden country will miss its deficit goal for this year, risking sanctions from the European Union. The announcement came as | |
| |  SnakeBoots 208 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Life Undercover 208 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Me Greek - You prejudice by Thanos Kalamidas
The truth is that every time I browse the news checking for the latest and something to write my eyes automatically always go to something about Greece and the situation that unveils dramatically there. Not that there is lack of things to write | |
| |  Show Bizz 208 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Santorum Brief: Conservatism and Extremist Comedy by Binoy Kampmark
God bless Rick Santorum. For no one else will be – certainly not Dan Savage, who proposed a definition for the presidential contender’s last name: ‘lubricant mixed with faecal matter, as a byproduct of anal sex’. | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
Yes it is Mitt and he does make faces! Just look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 207 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Ashmolean Museum heads campaign to save Manet paintingThe As | |
| |  Lift Spirits 2007 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Piss of our time by Thanos Kalamidas
I presume not many of the Ovi readers remember Neville Chamberlain waving the Munich Agreement but I suppose many have read about the glorious moment the British Prime minister on his return from meeting Hitler weeks before the beginning of the WW | |
| |  Dino & Anty 207 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Syrian Dilemma: Whither Intervention? by Binoy Kampmark
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| |  2nd Opinion 207 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 206 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  World Day of Social Justice by The Ovi Team
Social justice is an underlying principle for peaceful and prosperous coex | |
| |  SnakeBoots 206 by Thanos Kalamidas
for more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Life Undercover 206 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  In the Eye of Ra - Floater structures in the visual arts of ancient Egypt by Floco Tausin
In Western culture, the phenomenon of vitreous floaters (or muscae volitantes) is primarily understood in line with modern ophthalmology as “vitreous opacities”. The review of visual arts from former and non-Western cultures represe | |
| |  Show Bizz 206 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dino & Anty 206 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  2nd Opinion 206 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Historicism/Hermeneutics in Vico, Croce and Gadamer by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Life Undercover 205 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover , HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Lift Spirits 205 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Show Bizz 205 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dino & Anty 205 by Thanos Kalamidas
for more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  ACTA, SOPA,PIPA...A threat or not? by Christos Mouzeviris
As a blogger, I can not support the mentioned laws (ACTA,SOPA,PIPA). And while I understand the arguments that support this idea, the property rights and loss of revenue of the creators, I fear the way it could transform the internet and how | |
| |  2nd Opinion 205 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Armenian Genocide - fact or fiction? - Part 1 by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Life Undercover 204 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Show Bizz 204 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Great Love Has No Man by Jack Wellman
My seminary professor once told me about a father whose young son was constantly | |
| |  Spanish report by Euro Reporter
Economy shrinksSpain’s economy shrank in the fourth quarter, pushing the country toward its second recession since 2009 and undermining government efforts to narrow the budget deficit. Gross domestic product fell 0.3 per | |
| |  Ayatollah Khomeini returns to Iran by The Ovi Team
On February 1, 1979, the Ayatollah Khomeini returns to Iran in triumph after 15 years of exile. The shah and his family had fled the country two weeks before, and jubilant Iranian revolutionaries were eager to establish a fundamentalist Islamic | |
| |  Why Occupy ? by Leah Sellers
Oh, how we moan, groan and quake in Trepidation over any and All forms of Self and Other Meditations regarding the Occupiers and their pervasive Occupations of many of Our Global towns, cities, states, regions and Nations. | |
| |  SnakeBoots 203 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dino & Anty 203 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 202 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  SnakeBoots 202 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Heidegger without Tears by Dr. Lawrence Nannery
Review of Martin Heidegger. Between Good and Evil by Rudiger Safranski (translated by Ewald Osers)Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press, 1998This book is an att | |
| |  Life Undercover 202 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Is the change in Myanmar for real? by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Murderous Marines: The Wuterich Trial by Binoy Kampmark
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| |  A Question of Kneed (Part I) by Mike Jennett
For reasons that bear no weight at all, there are a great number of people in America who believe that the American health care system needs little or no attention and that it is the best in the world. These people are generally the same ones who | |
| |  Dino & Anty 202 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty , HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Slice and Dice Economics by Leah Sellers
Republican “novitiate”, Mitt Romney, knows all about Slice and Dice Economics. It’s more formal moniker is Malevolent Venture Capitalism.It’s goal is Wealth Creation for an Elitist Few, not Job Creation for the | |
| |  Killing Nuclear Scientists: The War on Iran by Binoy Kampmark
In the last two years, lethal attacks have been conducted on Iran’s nuclear scientists with increasing regularity. A pattern is emerging – assassinations and attempted assassinations are gathering pace as tensions between Iran an | |
| |  SnakeBoots 201 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
A new year but I’m afraid a face from the last is going to follow us for a bit. Just look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  January 2012 choices by The Ovi Team
It seems that we finished 2011 with economy and we are going to continue with economy. So we decided to suggest blog and site from the economy field in a case you are even a bit wandering what’s going on in the labyrinth we are all in. | |
| |  Stalin deports Trotsky by The Ovi Team
January 11th 1928; Leon Trotsky, a leader of the Bolshevik revolution and early architect of the Soviet state, is deported by Soviet leader Joseph Stalin to Alma-Ata in remote Soviet Central Asia. He lived there in internal exile for a year before | |
| |  Dino & Anty 201 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dying for Company by Jack Wellman
Nursing homes are one of the fastest growing populations in the U | |
| |  2nd Opinion 201 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1142 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Show Bizz 1143 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! for more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  2nd Opinion 1143 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Frickin', Frackin' Let's Get Crackin' ! by Leah Sellers
Yo, Yo ! Heave Ho ! It’s off to Frack We go ! We’ll blow a Hole to Make some dough ! Yo, Yo ! Heave Ho ! Yes, a handful of Global Mega-Corp Moguls will run away hand-in-hand with the Globa | |
| |  Saying Happy New Year by The Ovi Team
Voorspoedige nuwe jaarKul 'am wa antum bikhair Urte Berri on Shuvo noboborsho Sun nien fai lok Xin nian yu kuai Stastny Novy Rok Godt NytÅr Gelukkig nieuwjaar Bonan Novjaron Onnellista u | |
| |  Show Bizz NY2012 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Happy New Year ...2011! by Thanos Kalamidas
Customary I should write my wishes and hopes for the New Year but an hour ago while talking with a friend from Greece he told me that the latest wish in Greece for the New Year is: Happy New Year 2011! Just stop there, do a step backwards and thin | |
| |  It is New Year's Eve by The Ovi Team
The most commonly sung song for English-speakers on New Year's Eve, "Auld Lang Syne" is an old Scottish song that was first published by the poet Robert Burns in the 1796 edition of the book, Scots Musical Museum. Burns transcribed i | |
| |  Persona of the year by Thanos Kalamidas
Customary most of the magazines and media this time of the year go through the year’s events and try to chose the persona or the events that impressed them most under the title ‘persona of the year’ and Ovi magazine was no except | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1142 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Show Bizz 1142 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre by Thanos Kalamidas
Elephant's sixth 'toe' discoveredA mysterious b | |
| |  Finn report by Euro Reporter
Storm Dagmar cuts power, causes damage across Nordic regionThe storm Dagmar lashed the Nordic countries with Hurricane-strength winds, cutting power and Norwegian natural-gas exports as it damaged buildings, shut roads and hal | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1142 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  "Goodbye 2011 - Events that shook the world" by Dimitra Karantzeni
The year that has passed was above all, full of significant events, some of which have completely changed the course of history. For save-spacing reasons, I aim to focus on those that, in my opinion, drastically changed the international socio-pol | |
| |  2nd Opinion 1142 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Season greetings with Merry Christmas by Thanos Kalamidas
These days have a special spirit at least for me that exist beyond religions and believe. Most likely an anthropologist would be much better than me to explain the meaning of the festivities that surround the Christmas period and a historian would | |
| |  The Christmas Kid Brother by Patrick McWade
Patrick McWade’ “The Christmas Kid Brother” is the latest addition in Ovi’s Bookshop and you can easily download it and read it, the distance is just a click …away!!! | |
| |  Christmas in ...Europe by Euro Reporter
Christmas in Italy: The Christmas season in Italy goes for three weeks, starting 8 days before Christmas known as the Novena. During this period, children go from house to house reciting Christmas poems and singing. In some parts shepherd | |
| |  The Young by David Sparenberg
Young men and dreamers, young women, bold and beautiful—be joyous in your frolic and meditations. Beside the smiling of your sunlit fields the shadow of death glowers. Do not fall into the blackhole of time. If you must she | |
| |  The Ministry of Martha by Jack Wellman
My beloved wife’s name is Martha. She would be upset with me if she knew I wrote this about her. Her ministry is more than a pastor’s wife. It is truly the work of the Lord, Jesus Christ. My wife’s name not only | |
| |  British Veto and the future of EU... by Christos Mouzeviris
Yes, they did it again! British PM Mr. David Cameron has vetoed recently a suggested new E.U. treaty to heal the euro and save the eurozone! While all other 26 heads of states agreed to at least sit on the table and discuss or negotiate the treaty | |
| |  Christmas Tree by Alex Vannini
For more drawings from Alex Vannini, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Danish report by Euro Reporter
Denmark divided on EU’s fiscal pact as presidency approachesPrime Minister Helle Thorning- Schmidt, who vowed to fight for European unity when Denmark takes over the bloc’s presidency next month, is battling a spli | |
| |  In Alexei's garage fixing Macedonian history by Thanos Kalamidas
A few weeks ago I met my friend Kari and he was really worrying with a strange sound coming from his car’s engine. So we decided instead of continuing with our drinks to visit a nearby garage where the owner was somebody Kari knew and he | |
| |  2nd Opinion 11CR by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Seven Years Today by John Pederson
This is happeningNo cause for alarm.It's already here.Gone now...And back—this, nowIs happening.What else can I say?Forget about it,Make room,Clear the halls,Banish yourselfIn inv | |
| |  Only seven years by Thanos Kalamidas
It is a whole week that I’m trying to find the right words for Ovi magazine’s seventh birthday and I have gone through all kinds of clichés but …nothing really works. Seventh birthday, the lucky seven; seven the muses, seven | |
| |  7th Birthday! by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
December 20 2011, marks the 7th anniversary of Ovi Magazine. I have contributed to the magazine for more than four years now, since May 2007, provoking debates at times but on the whole, I would hope, adding something to the rich intellectual v | |
| |  Fireflies by Leah Sellers
Fireflies flit Snap, pop and sizzle Across hot, shimmering summer skies Hands outstretched I give Chase Running, Leaping toward the Magic The Wonder | |
| |  Happy Birthday Ovi Magazine by Jack Wellman
Not only have I grown in the last seven years, so has Ovi Magazine. I can look back at some of the articles I have written in the last few years and now cringe with embarrassment. I am surprised that I wrote with such naïvet | |
| |  A Poem or a Sentence by Emine Koseoglu
I should see myself in the middle of a tree-d path walking with a yellow umbrella in hand not being able to see the front because of the pieces of hair flatterning around and covering my eyes and not caring this and pretending like it's what i | |
| |  Happy Birthday #2 by Patrick McWade
For more McWade's For the Moment, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Vaclav Havel: Authentic Humanist and Cultural Hero for our Times 1/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Václav Havel’s humanistic philosophy is a powerfully heroic voice of the post-cold War political landscape, advocating that Europe recover its own soul; urging a global revolution | |
| |  Hong Kong to China by The Ovi Team
December 19th 1984; In the Hall of the People in Beijing, British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and Chinese Premier Zhao Ziyang sign an agreement committing Britain to return Hong Kong to China in 1997 in return for terms guaranteeing a 50-year | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Indian student Jyoti Amge named world's shortest woman | |
| |  Little Drummer Boy by Patrick McWade
For more 'For the moment', HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Origins of Christmas by Jack Wellman
Christmas is a special time of year and one of the greatest of the Christian Holidays. In fact, the word holiday originally comes from the word Holy Day. It seems to be politically incorrect for many to say "Merry Christmas" | |
| |  SnakeBoots1141 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Life Undercover 1141 by Thanos K & Asa B
for more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Our Leaders have agreed; "We need more Europe!" by Christos Mouzeviris
Italy's, Germany's and France's Leaders have agreed in a recent Summit that if we want to get over this crisis we need more Europe! Again during this week our Leaders are having another Summit, trying desperately to solve the crisis | |
| |  Can the Center Hold? Musings on Graeco-Roman and Chinese Civilization by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
In 2007 a book appeared which confronted the legacy of Western civilization to that of Chinese civilization. It raised much controversy in both societies. The author of that book is Will Hutton and its title is The Writing on the Wall: China a | |
| |  Canadian environmental bacon made in Kyoto by Thanos Kalamidas
The last few days while EU was meeting in Brussels strangling to get out of the crisis and save the banks some others in South Africa were trying desperately to do something about the environment. Unfortunately the EU decided for the best of the b | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1141 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Swedish report by Euro Reporter
Sweden industrial unions get 3% wage increase over 14 monthsSwedish industrial unions and employers agreed on a wage deal to avert a potential labour strike after a deadline expired last month. Five unions representing 500,000 | |
| |  Saddam Hussein captured by The Ovi Team
December 13th 2003; after spending nine months on the run, former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein is captured on this day in 2003. Saddam's downfall began on March 20, 2003, when the United States led an invasion force into Iraq to topple his go | |
| |  Hail the Czar who will reunite the Soviets! by Thanos Kalamidas
The last few weeks the increasing tense in Europe has kept us away from what is going on in the EU boarders and with the only European country that can compete Europe’s Union as equal. And of course it is Russia and of course it’ | |
| |  Show Bizz 1141 by Thanos K & Asa B
for more Show Bizz , HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Resurrection of Ancient Egypt by Mahmoud Mansi
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| |  Dino & Anty 1141 by Thanos Kalamidas
for more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The European democracy of Weimar by Thanos Kalamidas
Lady Thatcher – if her fragile health let’s her – must dealing with really contradict feeling tonight. She won in Europe and lost in Britain! Twenty years after, her economic policy became the official EU policy while Cameron, th | |
| |  Slovakian report by Euro Reporter
Slovakia cancels bond auction Dec 12The Slovak Debt and Liquidity Management Agency, or Ardal, said Monday it will cancel a government bond auction originally scheduled for Dec. 12, citing "decreasing demand for bonds. | |
| |  First Nobel Prizes by The Ovi Team
December 10th 1901; the first Nobel Prizes are awarded in Stockholm, Sweden, in the fields of physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, and peace. The ceremony came on the fifth anniversary of the death of Alfred Nobel, the Swedish inventor of | |
| |  Romanian report by Euro Reporter
Inside Romania's secret CIA prisonIn northern Bucharest, in a busy residential neighbourhood minutes from the centre of Romania's capital city, is a secret that the Romanian government has tried for years to protect. F | |
| |  Intifada begins by The Ovi Team
December 9th 1987; in the Israeli-occupied Gaza Strip, the first riots of the Palestinian intifada, or "shaking off" in Arabic, begin one day after an Israeli truck crashed into a station wagon carrying Palestinian workers in the Jaba | |
| |  Portuguese report by Euro Reporter
Portugal says it will ‘definitely’ meet 2011 deficit limitPortugal will “definitely” meet its budget-deficit limit for this year after including the transfer of banks’ pension funds to the state, | |
| |  In Praise of Ignazio Silone: the Novelist, the Man, the Prophet by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
I have conceived of this Contribution as a sort of gift for the Ovi readership enhancing the merry Christmas spirit of 2011. I suppose we all need some merriment and jubilation after two sad years of economic crisis. As I said before the crisis | |
| |  Herman's Antics: Going Belly Up in the Cain Campaign by Binoy Kampmark
America’s political labelers always get busy during campaigns. The ‘Black Reagan’, however complimentary one might take it, has been used to describe the rapid rise of Republican contender Herman Cain. ‘In the f | |
| |  Lithuanian report by Euro Reporter
Lithuania needs additional budget measures in 2012, Premier saysLithuania needs additional budget measures of 800 million litai ($312 million) in 2012 to keep the deficit within the government’s target of 2.8 percent of | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1140 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Witch Hunts, Immigrant Hunts, Civilian Terrorist Hunts... What's the Difference? Not Much! by Leah Sellers
That’s right ! Not Much ! In fact, Witch Hunts, Immigrant Hunts, Civilian Terrorist Hunts… all share a similar Core Ingredient - Fear. And Fear hungers for - longs for Scapegoats. Craves to create and | |
| |  Latvian report by Euro Reporter
Latvian bank Krajbanka set to be wound upLatvian bank Latvijas Krajbanka will likely be wound up, the government said Friday, after the Russian owner of its defunct Lithuanian parent Snoras was detained amid claims of fraud. | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Action Comics Superman debut copy sells for $2.16mA copy | |
| |  Irish report by Euro Reporter
Ireland to extend bank guaranteeIreland has no choice but to extend its state-guarantee to depositors and bond holders for six broken banking groups and subsidiaries because market funding for the lenders remains "fragile | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
And the pan-European symbol; and yes again since the crisis deepens more and more! Just look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1140 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  December 2011 choices by Thanos Kalamidas
December means gifts, Xmas, festival but most of all it means to give. To give love, empathise with the suffering and help mentally and materially and there are many who need. And a lot of them might have never heard about Xmas but the Xmas spi | |
| |  2nd Opinion 1140 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Angela, do you feel nervous tonight? by Thanos Kalamidas
It really made me smile the latest demand from The “True” Finns* party, the far-right xenophobic Finnish party, for the government to put a price on exiting Euro and the eurozone. And that only days since the minister for the European | |
| |  What Is A Martyr ? by Leah Sellers
MartyrSlave to and Master of Ultimate SacrificeWill it ever suffice ?PrometheusBound to cold mountain StoneChilled to the marrow of his Ancient BonesRebel in waitingCast from the Heavens for Be | |
| |  Eurasian Union dreams Putin. And the Turks design their own too! by Christos Mouzeviris
Turkey’s President Mr. Abdullah Gul, put forward his vision for a democratic Middle East with its own E.U.-style structure and functions. He never of course commented on what will happen with Turkey's E.U. membership bid that has been | |
| |  German report by Euro Reporter
Police battle with 1000s blocking nuke trainThe convoy taking the German waste on a 1,200-kilometre (750-mile) journey from a reprocessing centre in north-western France to a storage facility in northern Germany was stopped fo | |
| |  Black and Bruised Friday by Jack Wellman
The recent Black Friday is one of the main reasons that I do not go shopping on that day. It is much too dangerous. It reminds me of one of the food chains famous slogan but please allow me to change it slightly: “31 Million Serv | |
| |  The Postcard by Richard Stanford
Chiaroscuro. Silvery moonlight dapples through motionless lace curtains, the only illumination in the dark, dead room. The door opens slowly, revealing a BOY, 6 years old, wide, dark eyes, fearful yet carrying on through with the opening of the | |
| |  The all-out hypocrisy of Arab League and the West by Kourosh Ziabari
After the Arab League hypocritically suspended the membership of Syria amid the mounting pressures of NATO and the United States, the resurgence of violence in Egypt and the increasing use of excessive force in Bahrain and Yemen and the unrelentin | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1139 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Cleopatra's Throne by Mahmoud Mansi
I am not going to look at other countries right now and compare. I will not speak about a far reality and give examples from countries that have been economically stable for decades and applying democracy since our birth. No, instead I will speak | |
| |  Show Bizz 1139 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Life Undercover 1139 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Life Undercover, HERE!For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  What's Next for Iraq? by Bohdan Yuri
Here’s a prediction.Once U.S. forces leave Iraq there will be a power struggle. Call it whatever you wish: a civil war, secular, religious, or ethnic unrest. I know, a fairly obvious prediction. One can alrea | |
| |  Helsinki's Thespians Anonymous by The Ovi Team
Thespians Anonymous Theatrical Society is proud to present "Und | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1139 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Ending Your Life Is Not The Answer To Your Situation by Stan Popovich
You are at the end of your rope and you can’t take it any much longer. You are in pain and you are suffering and you feel there is no hope. The first thing that you need to do is to seek the services of a professional counselor. As a publish | |
| |  2nd Opinion 1139 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 1138 by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Socialism/Capitalism: Either/Or or Both/And? by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Three personal events have inspired this article. This week-end I watched two movies: Margin Call, and Hell on Wheel, I read the Ovi article by Leah Sellers titled A Season of Anti-Trust | |
| |  When Alexander stubbed Goebbels' triple A by Thanos Kalamidas
Only Paavo Lipponen really sensed what the Finland’s minister for European affairs Alexander Stubb said and knowing the dangers of the paths he followed very politically said, that he does not favour any increase in the power of nations with | |
| |  Rocky by The Ovi Team
November 21st 1976, Rocky, starring Sylvester Stallone as the underdog prize-fighter Rocky Balboa, debuts in New York City. The movie, which opened in theatres across the United States on December 3, 1976, was a huge box-office hit and received 10 | |
| |  Nuremberg trials start by The Ovi Team
November 20th 1945; the International Military Tribunal for the Prosecution of Major War Criminals of the European Axis begins trying German war criminals at Nuremberg, Germany, on this day in 1945. Following Germany's defeat in World War II, | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Swiss can ban naked hiking, court rules Switzerland | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1e01 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Liar, Liar..!! by Christos Mouzeviris
French President Nicolas Sarkozy was caught calling Israel's Prime Minister Mr Netanyahu "a liar!" During the recent G-20 Summit in Cannes France, Mr. Sarkozy while on a private conversation with U.S. President Mr Obama unaware th | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1e01 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Life Undercover 1e01 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover , HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How To Find A Good Mental Health Counselor by Stan Popovich
Many people have a difficult time in finding an effective mental health counselor. Just like everything in life, you have your good counselors and you have your not so great counselors. The key is to find one that will help you solve your current | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1e01 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Arab League Must Bring Down the Assad Regime by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
As usual the Syrian government of Bashar Al-Assad has made a travesty of its promises. It was only a week ago before Eid-ul-Adha that the tyrannical regime had promised to abide by an Arab League proposal to halt all violence, release all detainee | |
| |  The role of politicians in government by Bouke S. Nagel
Suppose that one day a stranger knocks on your door. He or she shows you a legal document which resembles a novel. You open the booklet and look at legal mumbo jumbo of which you comprehend nothing. Then, the stranger requests your signature in th | |
| |  Peru: worth a visit and investment by Prof. Michael R. Czinkota
Lately, many of us have been culling our list of countries to visit. Many nations carry warnings because of civil strife, ubiquitous explosions or just random violence. Too bad for those of us who like to travel and see new things. Too bad also fo | |
| |  Israel's war threats: Sheer hollow propaganda by Kourosh Ziabari
Israel has awkwardly and desperately renewed its outworn war threats against Iran in the recent weeks, indicating that it's getting prepared to launch a military strike on the Islamic Republic's nuclear facilities. Las | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1138 by Thanos Kalamidas
for more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Why not Olli Rehn for Greek Prime Minister? by Thanos Kalamidas
So, all this chaotic situation, all this Greek drama, the mailing and the blackmailing, negotiating, netting and formatting was all about a banker who has worked very closely with the German bankers glorifying the dream of the new deutsche-mark to | |
| |  How To Convince An Addict To Get Help by Stan Popovich
Many people who struggle with alcohol or drugs have a difficult time getting better. There are many reasons why these people do not get the help they need to get better. Many family members who see their loved ones struggle have a very difficul | |
| |  Life Undercover 1138 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1138 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Powers in the Message - Not the Messenger by Jack Wellman
In my latest door-to-door evangelism I was so inspired by those who have no hope in this world. I was also edified by Christians praying for me that an open door of the gospel would provided. I take heart in the fact that God uses the | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 1137 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Urban FATAL ERROR Projects by Selin Yildiz
The death of a overdose man who constitute a bad example to society | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1137 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Life Undercover 1137 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  In the mind of Papandreou's loaded gun by Thanos Kalamidas
Two years ago and while the Greek economic crisis was reaching one of her peaks, with Mr. Papandreou trying to handle his first days as prime minister in front the disastrous situation, in a speech for the Greek parliament he said that there is al | |
| |  The Loss of Utopia and the Search for a New Social Paradigm by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
In my last contribution titled Utopia and Imagination we observed that History in the West has always had a Janus face: that of Utopia and that of Ideology which are often seen as contrary to each other; in reality they can be harmonized despit | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
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| |  Lift Spirits 1137 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Ancient Chicken Yard Socio-Eco-Politics by Leah Sellers
While helping my Mother take care of her Chickens this past weekend, I found myself in a brief reverie of horizontal and vertical comparisons between Life in the Chicken Yard and today’s (and yesterday’s) Human Socio-Eco-Politics of Ma | |
| |  November 2011 choices by The Ovi Team
November can be dark nights next to the fire with friends talking and eating. So, for this month Ovi magazine choices are about rating and drinking wine. Site of the month: | |
| |  The red Rhine by The Ovi Team
November 1st 1986; a catastrophic fire at a chemicals factory near Basel, Switzerland, sends tons of toxic chemicals into the nearby river Rhine and turning it red. The fire broke out early in the morning in a storage building used for pesticid | |
| |  Show Bizz 1137 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Vitreous opacity vs. nervous system - Do eye floaters arise from the visual nervous system? by Floco Tausin
For centuries, scholars have found different explanation for eye floaters, the mobile, scattered and transparent spheres and strings in our visual field. Early on, the origin was thought to be in the eye and the phenomenon was considered a disorder or | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1137 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Become as Little Children by Jack Wellman
A very touching true story was also about a young boy. This boy showed the trusting faith and deep love that is | |
| |  Muslim Identity and Demography in the Arakan state of Burma - Part 2 by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
2: Analysis: The Land and the Indigenous People of Arakan:To incite violence and bigotry against the Rohingya Muslims of Arakan, Khin Maung Saw does not waste any time. He starts with a picture of a Muslim congregational prayer on the | |
| |  Hungarian report by Euro Reporter
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| |  Killing a dog by Thanos Kalamidas
How strange it was seen Muammar Gaddafi bitten and pleading for his life and the next minute seen him dead and how ironic feeling that there was a scene of a repulsive murder with victim a notorious serial murderer. And the same scene was repeated | |
| |  The Patriot Act by The Ovi Team
October 26th 2001; President George W. Bush signs the Patriot Act, an anti-terrorism law drawn up in response to the attacks on the Pentagon and World Trade Centre on September 11, 2001. The USA PATRIOT Act, as it is officially known, is an | |
| |  Should Harold Camping Be A Stockbroker or a Sports Bookie? by Jack Wellman
Since Harold Camping has failed in predicting the end of the world several times now, I have an idea. Perhaps he should be in the Stock Market business. He might have better luck in choosing what stocks to buy and which ones to avoi | |
| |  2nd Opinion 1136 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  And the World Drones On... by Leah Sellers
Drones are interesting and innovative flying Technobots. Mechanical Inventions which can soar into the Wild blue Yonder and hug the Earth’s Turf at the click of a Mouse or the flick of a Human Being’s fingertips. | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 1135 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The EU Single Market Forum, Krakow, Poland, 2011..! by Christos Mouzeviris
As one of the five winners of the "Tell us your story" competition, organized the Polish Presidency of EU, the European Parliament and and the EU Commission, I had the honor of being invited to attend the EU Single Market Forum. The Foru | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1135 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Life Undercover 1135 by Thanos K & Asa B
for more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Alaska by The Ovi Team
October 18th 1867; the U.S. formally takes possession of Alaska after purchasing the territory from Russia for $7.2 million, or less than two cents an acre. The Alaska purchase comprised 586,412 square miles, about twice the size of Texas, and was | |
| |  Can We Change the Lie ? by Leah Sellers
A Song from 1980's for a friend who asked me to write and sing a Song for a democratic fundraiser in San Antonio, Texas. I saw then, as did many others what Ronald Reagan's sweeping deregulations of the Corporations and Banks woul | |
| |  Olympic silent protest by The Ovi Team
October 17th 1968; two black American athletes have made history at the Mexico Olympics by staging a silent protest against racial discrimination. Tommie Smith and John Carlos, gold and bronze medallists in the 200m, stood with their heads bowe | |
| |  Show Bizz 1135 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Nightmare in New Zealand: The Astrolabe Reef Disaster by Binoy Kampmark
It has all the makings of a growing catastrophe. The 236m Rena, inclined and spilling oil into pristine seas on Astrolabe Reef 14 miles off Tauranga, New Zealand, providing a murderous cargo that has already killed hundreds of fish and sea b | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1135 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The "Indignados" march in Europe, but America shows also signs of protests! by Christos Mouzeviris
The "Indignados" movement was formed in Spain on the 15th of May, as a reaction to a perceived lack of opportunities in Spain but also in various other European countries. They held protests in many Spanish cities and soon the movemen | |
| |  On Wall Street Protests, Social Justice, and Religion by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Never mind English, worry about Spanish by Newropeans-Magazine
Foreigners arriving in or dealing with Chile, even those whose mother tongue is Spanish, soon realise that they have a problem understanding what they hear or read. It is not just the pronunciation or the strange words, but the utterance of amazin | |
| |  Slovenian report by Euro Reporter
Ljubljana mayor joins Slovenia election race to challenge JansaZoran Jankovic, the mayor of Slovenia’s capital Ljubljana, will form his own party to compete in early elections in December, kicking off a battle for leader | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1134 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Spanish report by Euro Reporter
Health service chokes as austerity tightensSpain's treasured public health care system has become the latest victim of the euro zone debt crisis. "We haven't been paid, but there's nothing we can do about it. | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1134 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The poetic solitude of an accident and a Nobel Prize by Thanos Kalamidas
In early 1990s I had a very bad car accident that nearly took my life and apart from occasional bad back pains that keep me in bed unable to move for days and some nightmares that visit me some nights left me incapable to drive again. According to | |
| |  Porgy and Bess premieres on Broadway by The Ovi Team
On October 10, 1935, George Gershwin's opera Porgy and Bess premieres on Broadway. Porgy and Bess began its journey to the Broadway stage in 1936, when George Gershwin wrote a letter late one night to the author of a book he was reading propos | |
| |  Feet by Alex Vannini
For more Curriculum by Alex Vannini, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Portuguese report by Euro Reporter
Portugal faces strong restrictions on financingThe Portuguese economy is having trouble obtaining financing, with banks relying on the European Central Bank and the government tapping bailout funds, Finance Minister Vitor Gasp | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
N. Korean leader's grandson Facebook pages | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1134 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi cartoon, HERE! | |
| |  Indignant a system that decadence by Thanos Kalamidas
So the indignant have moved from the lands of desperation to the lands of hope and equal changes and from the squares of Madrid and Athens to the wide avenues of New York and the Wall Street. Barack Obama in a speech lately said that the people in | |
| |  Luxembourg report by The Ovi Team
Luxembourg’s Frieden says ‘all options on the table’ for DexiaLuxembourg Finance Minister Luc Frieden said “all options” are on the table regarding Dexia SA (DEXB) and that France, Belgium and Lux | |
| |  2nd Opinion 1134 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Some Philosophical Ideas on Social Justice and the Noble Lie by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
“Atlas Shrugged is an apocalyptic vision of the last stages of conflict between two classes of humanity—the looters and the non-looters. The looters are proponent of high taxation, big labor, government ownership, government spending, | |
| |  The Russian fleet and the Turkish trace of oil by Thanos Kalamidas
The Putin dogma regarding foreign policy is very old, actually it is as old as the Russian empire is and it always worked the same way. First we secure our borders and then we guard our sphere of influence. And the Russian fleet sails this moment | |
| |  Sputnik satellite by The Ovi Team
October 4th 1957; A Russian satellite launched into space - the first man-made object ever to leave the Earth's atmosphere. The Russian news agency, Tass, said the satellite Sputnik was now 560 miles (900 kilometres) above the Earth and cir | |
| |  Life Undercover 1133 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
'Lost' Beethoven work to be airedA "l | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
The contemporary iron lady of Germany battling for the economic or better the euro-dominance; just look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1133 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  October 2011 choices by The Ovi Team
For the year 2011 October is the month of domestic violence awareness and about time to remind fair trade even with a …duck and sesame example. So, Ovi magazine’s choices for site and blog of the month are: | |
| |  Palestinian Statehood and the US veto by Dana Halawa
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| |  Berlusconi: Italy is a "shitty country" by Newropeans-Magazine
He's survived sex scandals, corruption investigations and insurrections – but can Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi survive in his post even after insulting the country he rules? Considering t | |
| |  James Dean dies by The Ovi Team
September 30th 1955; at 5:45 PM on this day 24-year-old actor James Dean is killed in Cholame, California, when the Porsche he is driving hits a Ford Tudor sedan at an intersection. The driver of the other car, 23-year-old California Polytechni | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1133 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  2nd Opinion 1133 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  At any price - The story of the Megantic Outlaw by Richard Stanford
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| |  PersOnality DisOrders 1132 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Oligarchy Malarkey ! by Leah Sellers
Blah ! Some dishes should never be served hot or cold. Ribbit ! | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1132 by Thanos Kalamidas
for more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Philosopher as Conspirator by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
On the European side of the Atlantic one hardly ever hears mentioned the contributions of American academics to the fierce debate on multiculturalism going on in Europe. Given that America is a symphony of cultures, or a nation of nations, it s | |
| |  Life Undercover 1132 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Ex-cop reporting drunk told to hang upFollowing a | |
| |  What type of multicultural model for Europe? by Christos Mouzeviris
Sometimes I feel that there are some political or social forces that dream a different World; a different model of society that in their opinion would make human kind and our World better. And their view of this new World, is that there are no mor | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 1131 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  US Immigration vs. Charlie Chaplin by The Ovi Team
September 19th 1952; The United States is to prevent the film legend, Charlie Chaplin, from returning to his Hollywood home until he has been investigated by the Immigration Services. The Attorney-General, Thomas McGranery, has ordered the Immi | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Drunk Swedish elk found in apple tree near Gothenburg | |
| |  Gandhi begins fast by The Ovi Team
September 16th 1932; in his cell at Yerovda Jail near Bombay, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi begins a hunger strike in protest of the British government's decision to separate India's electoral system by caste.As | |
| |  Which part of the Finnish republic Halla-aho represents? by Thanos Kalamidas
My father was a real representative of his generation in Europe after the WWII. A man with conservative ideology but very democratic sense. And in this democratic sense rooted his repulsion to anything dictatorial and he had personal experience | |
| |  Ali defeats Spinks by The Ovi Team
September 15th 1978; boxer Muhammad Ali defeats Leon Spinks at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans to win the world heavyweight boxing title for the third time in his career, the first fighter ever to do so. Following his victory, Ali retire | |
| |  Charles Spurgeon on the Ten Commandments by Jack Wellman
Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892) is one of my favorite preachers of old. He really knew how to evangelize. In his lifetime he is known to have preached to over 10 million people. His audiences averaged about 10 thousand. He taught the Ten | |
| |  Never forget - try to forgive by Thanos Kalamidas
After been away for a while I was checking one of the usual social networks to see how my friends all around the world are doing and looking at their news I spotted one of them quoting words of Allah. The first thing it was a small red light that | |
| |  Happy Anniversary: Ten Years of the US Security State by Binoy Kampmark
Gore Vidal was sharp enough to remind us that President Harry Truman gave the United States the National Security State in response to Cold War fears against the Red Satan. It came with Republican gift wrapping and Michigan Senator Arthur Va | |
| |  How bizarre by Thanos Kalamidas
Waving robotic crab arm attracts femalesA vi | |
| |  Turkey playing power games by Thanos Kalamidas
Turkey was never the country used to sudden moves especially when it’s coming to long term foreign policy and that there is a definite and well planed geopolitical agenda the last century at least has been more than obvious to all the player | |
| |  Portuguese report by Euro Reporter
Banks' ECB borrowing up 4 pct in AugustPortuguese banks' borrowing from the European Central Bank rose 4 percent last month from July, as institutions in one of the countries bailed out in the euro zone debt crisis rem | |
| |  UN Panel of Inquiry Shows Israel is an "Untouchable" Rogue State by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
After months of waiting, the UN’s panel of inquiry has come up with a report reviewing Israel’s May 31, 2010 raid on a Turkish-based flotilla that was trying to bring humanitarian aid to the Palestinians of Gaza. The report assai | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1129 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Life Undercover 1129 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre by Thanos Kalamidas
Fugitive cow Yvonne gives herself upA cow ca | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1129 by Thanos Kalamidas
for more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The catastrophic implications of Greece and Portugal exiting the euro by Newropeans-Magazine
According to a report from Berlin, Germany, the billionaire George Soros has suggested that Greece and possibly Portugal should quit the euro and the European Union due to their massive debts. | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
A few words, a lot of thoughts, hopefully less hate! Write something, caption the moment. | |
| |  National politicians vs European ones... by Christos Mouzeviris
I was wondering how can we increase the interest among the European population for their MEPs and the EuroParliament. Right now as things stand, Europeans turn to their national or local politicians for their problems and they see the EP as someth | |
| |  September 2011 choices by The Ovi Team
Traditional and for most of the countries, September means …back to school; and Ovi magazine decided to chose back to school for site and blog of the month but with a little …twist since school is fun depends in which way you see it | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1129 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Pray for your Pastor by Jack Wellman
I have sat on Pastoral Search Committees and now as a pastor I am not sure I would have chosen me! But imagine hearing about this pastoral candidate. This pastor had very serious health concerns. He has had chronic health p | |
| |  Can Western Civilization's Center Hold? by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  The blessed Night of Power by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
The blessed month of Ramadan is coming to an end. The first one-third of the month was for seeking mercy, the middle one-third for forgiveness and the last one-third for salvation from the Fire of Hell. In the last part of this month lies hidden t | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Neanderthal sex boosted immunity in modern humansSexu | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1128 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Mini makes its debut by The Ovi Team
Aug 26th 1959; the British Motor Corporation (BMC) launches its newest car, the small, affordable–at a price tag of less than $800–Mark I Mini. The diminutive Mini went on to become one of the best-selling British cars in history. | |
| |  UN Membership: Recognition of Things as They Are by Rene Wadlow
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| |  Dutch report by Euro Reporter
Pirate radio crackdownThe Netherlands has been a hotbed of unlicensed radio activity for decades. Dutch stations like the storied Radio Veronica, which broadcast off-shore from 1960 to 1974, inspired the UK pirate radio scene | |
| |  Is Fascism Returning to Western Civilization - Part III by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Theft of Mona Lisa by The Ovi Team
August 21st 1911; an amateur painter sets up his easel near Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa at the Louvre in Paris, only to discover that the masterpiece is missing. The day before, in perhaps the most brazen art theft of all time, Vincenzo P | |
| |  Soviet Union intervenes in Czechoslovakia by The Ovi Team
August 20th 1968; In the face of rising anti-Soviet protests in Czechoslovakia, Soviet troops (backed by troops from other Warsaw Pact nations) intervene to crush the protest and restore order. The brutal Soviet action shocked the West and deal | |
| |  Life Undercover 1127 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Moscow jails U-2 spy pilot by The Ovi Team
August 19th 1960; The United States pilot, Francis Gary Powers, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison by a Soviet military court. Powers had pleaded guilty to spying for the American Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) after his plane was shot | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1127 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE | |
| |  Let's talk about economic governance Nicolas and Angela by Thanos Kalamidas
Deep breathe, one – two – three; another deep breathe. They must be joking, aren’t they? After spending a couple of hours drinking strong German coffee and enjoying croissant with a bit of jam from Normandy Angela Merkel and Nico | |
| |  Portuguese report by Euro Reporter
Soros suggests Greece, Portugal quit euro-zoneGeorge Soros, the US speculator turned billionaire philanthropist, has suggested both Greece and Portugal quit the European Union and the euro-zone because of their massive debts. | |
| |  Carnal Christians by Jack Wellman
Most Christians are not aware of how serious it is to add to what Jesus Christ has finished. It could be the difference between whether or not that person is saved or not. I am not saying that works are not important because they are evidenc | |
| |  Populism in Europe.. Always a setback to progress? by Christos Mouzeviris
Recent events that I think they are worth mentioning and commenting on:Holland blocks Romania's and Bulgaria's Schengen area entry! Why? Because they are not ready and there are concerns that they will be unable to implement | |
| |  Swedish report by Euro Reporter
Increased religious violence in SwedenFrom 2008 to 2009; Sweden went from being one of the calmest countries in this respect to a position in the middle. In 2008 the index number was 1.2 and in 2009 it was 2.3. Sweden’s | |
| |  Son of Sam arrested by The Ovi Team
On August 10, 1977, 24-year-old postal employee David Berkowitz is arrested and charged with being the "Son of Sam," the serial killer who terrorized New York City for more than a year, killing six young people and wounding seven othe | |
| |  A Slap on the Hand or a Slap in the Face ?! by Leah Sellers
Slap ! Aha ! Caught ya ! Get your Hand out of the fragrant and oh so tempting Cookie Jar ! You’ve already had a dozen (or more) too many ! Slap ! Aha ! Take that you Fool ! You are called | |
| |  Jesse Owens at the Berlin Olympics by The Ovi Team
August 9th 1936; Jesse Owens won his fourth gold medal at the Berlin Olympics. He was the first American to win four medals in one Olympics. The first gold was in the 100 meters, where Owens edged out teammate Ralph Metcalfe in a time of 10.3 seco | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Home-made atom experiment was 'crazy'A Swedish m | |
| |  Latvian report by Euro Reporter
Tigers in high heelsDespite the idea that discrimination of women in business is rampant in Latvia and the Baltic States, studies by both local and international groups have shown otherwise. There is also a common misconceptio | |
| |  Is Breivik a Christian? by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
In an otherwise truthful and penetrating analysis of the phenomenon of neo-Nazism in the EU, Dr. Siddiqui, in an article which appeared in Ovi on Wednesday the 3rd of August, could not resist the temptation of | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1125 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Archibald in the Yarra by Binoy Kampmark
As one moves into Yarra country in Victoria, Australia, the sight of a tamed environment is everywhere. As the wineries start making an appearance as dots of civilized behaviour to water the thirsty, the mood is an appropriately cultured one | |
| |  Show Bizz 1125 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Terrorism in Norway - How to avoid it in the future? by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
If Australia is the ‘land down under,’ then surely Norway is the ‘land up above’ with the sun never completely descending beneath the horizon in areas north of the Arctic Circle during the summer months of May-July (and | |
| |  Italian report by Euro Reporter
Italy approves draft law banning burqa Italy's parliamentary commission has approved a draft law banning women from wearing veils that cover their faces in public. The draft law was sponsored by Souad Sbai, a Moroccan-born | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1125 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  We Have Found the Enemy and It's Us by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
A few words, a lot of thoughts hopefully less hate! Write something, caption the moment. | |
| |  2nd Opinion 1125 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  August 2011 choices by The Ovi Team
August for most of the countries in the world means holidays but also means festivals – not only music festivals - and one of the best festivals in the world is the Edinburgh book festival and talking about reading a blog all about readin | |
| |  The American irony to the Greek debt by Thanos Kalamidas
How ironic it must be for the Greeks this last weekend; while their loyal partners were demanding for them guarantees including acropolis to avoid a default the very same partners are worrying this weekend if the American Senate will not raising t | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 1124 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Irish report by Euro Reporter
Ireland set to 'overachieve' on EU-IMF deficit targetsIreland has met or “overachieved” in implementing the terms of the EU-IMF bailout, Minister for Finance Michael Noonan has said in a letter to the two i | |
| |  My story as an EU citizen... by Christos Mouzeviris
Growing in a typical working class family from Greece, I would have never thought that one day I would live where I am living right now. In our family we did not have many bold and adventurous individuals. But I got the "bug" while wo | |
| |  Show Bizz 1124 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The failure of national governments by Newropeans-Magazine
The EU is good at crises, is what the past tells us. If that is true, hopefully this eurocrisis triggers a new round of deeper EU integration, or better, eurozone integration. This time, unlike before, the member state governments cannot es | |
| |  Star Trek, Star Wars and populism by Bouke S. Nagel
This year, Bas Heijne, a writer for Dutch newspaper NRC Handelsblad, ventured deep into populist territory and wrote a book about it called “Do we need to love one another?” At the beginning of his book he states that there is somethin | |
| |  Amy Winehouse by The Ovi Team
With her gravelly voice and eclectic style, Amy Winehouse, 27, who has been found dead in London, won comparison with some of the great female singers such as Sarah Vaughn and Nina Simone. But like another great singer, Janis Joplin, she had a tal | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1123 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Why? by The Ovi Team
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| |  Greek military rule gives in to democracy by The Ovi Team
July 23rd 1974; the military government in Greece has collapsed and the former Prime Minister Constantine Karamanlis has been invited to return. Huge crowds gathered to greet him at Athens airport and there has been jubilation in the streets of | |
| |  Dutch report by Euro Reporter
Dutch telecom hikes rates after net neutrality law The Netherlands' largest telecommunications company announced big price hikes for mobile Internet customers on Tuesday, less than a month after Parliament approved one of | |
| |  Emile Zatopek by The Ovi Team
July 20th 1952; Emile Zatopek runs Olympic Record 10K (29:17.0). One of the greatest runners of the 20th Century, Emil Zátopek achieved legendary status when he won the 5,000, the 10,000 and the marathon at the 1952 Olympic Games in Helsin | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Austrian driver's religious headgear strains credulity | |
| |  Meeting in space by The Ovi Team
July 17th 1975; As part of a mission aimed at developing space rescue capability, the U.S. spacecraft Apollo 18 and the Soviet spacecraft Soyuz 19 rendezvous and dock in space. As the hatch was opened between the two vessels, commanders Thomas P. | |
| |  Why Are Bleeding Heart Liberals Under Attack ? by Leah Sellers
Christ was/is (quite literally and metaphorically) a Bleeding Heart Liberal. Ghandi was a Bleeding Heart Liberal. Martin Luther King was a Bleeding Heart Liberal. The eternally and cyclically Resurrected Dali Lamas are Bleeding Heart L | |
| |  Leprosy: Symbolic of Sin by Jack Wellman
It is true, said one leper. The first appendage lost is the worst. Dreams shattered in a bundle of gauze and lost tissue. Perhaps a greater loss is that of your family…your friends, your employers, your neighbors, strangers | |
| |  Pippa's commando and the media by Thanos Kalamidas
When the king of the tabloids Rupert Murdoch, invaded the media world many warned but nothing really happened as usual. Actually twenty years after Murdoch became a legitimate player in the world of media and all of us a few years ago heard him ta | |
| |  Charles Spurgeon on the Centrality of Christ by Jack Wellman
Charles Spurgeon is one of the most famous and most effective preachers in the last 300 years. Why? Because if there’s a mist behind the pulpit, there’s a fog in the pew. Charles Spurgeon made Jesus Christ the central | |
| |  Rating agencies of legitimating economic gossip by Thanos Kalamidas
For one more time rating agencies are under fire from the European leaders and the European Union, so what? Is like saying capitalism is bad? Fine, we all know it by now but what are we doing by now for that except nagging because that’s wha | |
| |  My Response to Geert Wilders - Part 3 by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Mr. Wilders, you say that you do not hate Muslims, but feel saddened by ‘how Islam has robbed them of their dignity.’ What a ludicrous claim! What was the status of Arabs before Islam? Did Islam exalt them or rob them of their digni | |
| |  Dr Daniel Hale Williams by The Ovi Team
July 9th 1893; Dr Daniel Hale Williams performs 1st successful open heart surgery without anaesthesia. Dr. Daniel Hale Williams (1856-1931) the founder of Provident Hospital was born in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania. His father was a barber who was | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1121 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Victory Life Ministries by Jack Wellman
I was so blessed to be able to speak at Victory Life Ministries in Pueblo, Colorado. God is truly working in a powerful way with this church. I never felt so loved and embraced before at any church. These godly men and women are | |
| |  My Response to Geert Wilders - Part 2 by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Mr. Wilders, for Egypt’s lack of ‘progress’, whatever that means, you lashed out at Muslims by quoting Winston Churchill, a British soldier and war correspondent for the British Raj who later became Great Britain’s Prime | |
| |  Greece for sale... by Christos Mouzeviris
Coming back from my summer holidays in Greece, I felt that I had to write about the situation that the ordinary people of this country are going through; give an inside view and opinion on the events and add to what the media of Europe and the wor | |
| |  My Response to Geert Wilders - Part 1 by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
In his website, Geert Wilders, the Dutch politician, posted an article – My message to Muslims, which deserve some response. Here below is my response to him.Mr. Wilders,In your message to Muslims you ment | |
| |  First cloning by The Ovi Team
July 5th 1996, Dolly the sheep--the first mammal to have been successfully cloned from an adult cell--is born at the Roslin Institute in Scotland. Originally code-named "6LL3," the cloned lamb was named after the buxom singer and actress | |
| |  Weiner Stand by Patrick McWade
For more Then Again, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  When EU crisis makes Maggie contemporary by Thanos Kalamidas
The last few months the whole Europe has focused into the Greek problem somehow ignoring the reality that has hit them the last few years and unfortunately is going to be in the centre of the talk the next few weeks in the commission. Euro is just | |
| |  American independence by The Ovi Team
July 4, 1776; U.S. declares independence. In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Continental Congress adopts the Declaration of Independence, which proclaims the independence of the United States of America from Great Britain and its king. The decl | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1121 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Marching As To War by Richard Stanford
The bus drove away, leaving me alone on the highway surrounded by a flat plain of wind-swept grass. On the other side of the highway, I could see the blue waters of the Adriatic Sea, the waves quietly ebbing the shoreline. Behind me I | |
| |  The Terrorists Are Laughing Out Loud (Behind Closed Doors) ! by Leah Sellers
Patty Cake, Patty Cake, Pat Me DownX-Ray My Bones, so I can leave townWho could’ve ever Seen that just to Fly on a PlaneThat Pat Me Downs and X-Rays would become so Commonly Obscene ?!Back Scatter Screen Me, Radiate M | |
| |  Romanian report by Euro Reporter
Gypsies face ghettoization in RomaniaIn Arizona, politicians are trying to build a wall on the Mexican border to keep people out. Across the Atlantic, in an industrial city in Romania, a wall is being built to keep people in. | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
Athens; riots, fir, desperation. Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  July 2011 choices by The Ovi Team
July is holidays in most places in the world and a good chance for …Nordic walking and bicycling. If you want to know more check the site and the blog of the Ovi choices for the month July 2011. Site of the month: | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1120 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Greek economy and my friend Giorgos by Thanos Kalamidas
Listening on the Greek radio the latest news from Athens and all about the clashes between the people and the police I got a mail from a friend contributor saying: I’m very concerned about what is happening in Greece right now; my best thoug | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1120 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The contemporary Greek decadency and Mr. Marinakis by Thanos Kalamidas
Some time in the beginning of March this year I wrote an article where I was pointing how much the situation of the Greek football mirrors the crisis the Greek society suffers the last few decades with the financial cr | |
| |  Show Bizz 1120 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Shell of Life: Michael Winterbottom's The Trip by Binoy Kampmark
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| |  Lithuanian report by Euro Reporter
Lithuania approves compensation for confiscated propertyLithuania's parliament agreed to pay $52 million over 10 years to compensate for properties confiscated from Lithuanian Jews by the Nazis and Soviets. International a | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1120 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre by Thanos Kalamidas
Iron-Age brewing evidence found in southeastern France A | |
| |  The Finnish "six pack" Joe state by Thanos Kalamidas
Midsummer in Finland means cottage, lake, beer and makkara – the Finnish sausage – not necessary in this series. It means empty cities and packed lakes, it means singing and drinking and for this year it meant the end of a month long n | |
| |  Italian report by Euro Reporter
Florence requests Mona Lisa's return, Paris says no way Italy has launched a campaign to convince the Louvre Museum in Paris to lend the Mona Lisa painting to Florence's Uffizi Gallery in 2013 to mark the 100th anniver | |
| |  Go Ahead ! Pick Up Your Marbles and Leave ! by Leah Sellers
Under a blazing hot summer sun in Jasper, Texas, six sweaty Children are focused on a serious Game of Marbles. Click, clack, clack. “I got’cha !” the tall blonde boy jumped up and hollered into the thicket | |
| |  Sally Ride by The Ovi Team
June 24th 1983; America's first woman in space has returned safely to Earth in the Challenger space shuttle after a successful six-day flight. Sally Ride, aged 32, captured the media's attention over the weeks leading up to blast-off on 19 | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1119 by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Terrified, not indignant yet by Thanos Kalamidas
While the Greek parliament meeting to decide over the extra measures and the European union is watching outside in the streets and squares of Athens the movement of the “indignant” continues for another day demonstrating and demanding | |
| |  Type-Writer by The Ovi Team
June 23rd 1868; Christopher Latham Sholes received a patent for an invention that he called a "Type-Writer." Born on February 14, 1819, in Mooresburg, Pennsylvania, Christopher Latham Sholes moved to Danville, Pennsylvania, as a teenager | |
| |  The Buddha complex by Bouke S. Nagel
A few years ago I met a grandmother in the small town of Davos in Switzerland. She, like me, enjoyed a debate during the World Economic Forum of 2009. When she noticed that I was able to produce some sentences in Swiss German she decided that I wa | |
| |  Skylab by The Ovi Team
June 22nd 1973; Skylab astronauts splashed down safely in the Pacific after a record 28 days in space. Skylab was the first US space station and the world's first big space station. It was launched on May 14th, 1973 by a Saturn V Rocket. Skyla | |
| |  Georgia Broadwick by The Ovi Team
April 21st 1913; Georgia Broadwick became the first woman to jump from an airplane. Georgia Broadwick was nicknamed Tiny because she weighted 85 pounds and was only four feet tall. Tiny made her first jump in 1908 at age 15. "I was never afra | |
| |  Show Bizz 1119 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  The Immigrant Saga of an Italian-American Family: a Vichian Recapitulation by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Jessi costress ta la lenghedi to pari a dsi-si:mi son quel che son![To be compelled in the languageof one’s father to tell oneself:I am who I am!] | |
| |  Danish report by Euro Reporter
Tensions remain over Denmark's border-control plans Germany and Denmark have failed to resolve a dispute over the Danish government's plans to re-establish permanent border controls. Following a meeting with his Danish | |
| |  What the American public shouldn't know by Kourosh Ziabari
Many people around the world might have credulously or perhaps naively fallen in the trap of believing the tempting claims of the U.S. statesmen and politicians who say that their country is a "beacon of freedom" and a "pioneer of d | |
| |  How bizarre by Thanos Kalamidas
Lenin impersonator ill after arrest on Red Square | |
| |  When the true sisu proved to be common cowardice by Thanos Kalamidas
Last week I wrote an article about the political situation in Finland after the last national elections and the suspicious role of the Trued Finns in the negotiations to form a government with their in and outs from the talks. A week after the lea | |
| |  A gigantic circus and Sarah the clown by Thanos Kalamidas
Obviously too much tea and then a one nation gig damages seriously brain activity or the American education system during Reagan’s era has totally failed Ms Palin otherwise there are is no explanation for her latest remarks on American histo | |
| |  The Writing Mill by Abigail George
By using my powers of observation as a child; that’s how the English language, verse, the rhythm and internal rhyme of words came to me, came at me from the symmetry of my gut. Growing up the eldest of three children, my father drilled | |
| |  The Coming Water Crisis by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Nearly 71% of our earth is covered with water of which only 2.5% is fresh water, and the remainder 97.5% is salt water. Of this fresh water nearly 70% (or 1.75% of total water) is frozen in the icecaps of Antarctica and Greenland. The rem | |
| |  Music wars on the Brussels metro by Newropeans-Magazine
If you've ever ridden the Brussels metro subway system you may have noticed that your journey is accompanied by catchy pop tunes. In fact this past Monday was | |
| |  Opportunities Gone, Paradise Lost by Jack Wellman
Mahatma GandhiMahatma Gandhi is one of the most respected leaders of modern history. A Hindu, Gandhi nevertheless admired Jesus and often quoted from the Sermon on the Mount. Once when the missionary E. Stanley Jones m | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
A sex scandal with very global economic angle. Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  June 2011 choices by The Ovi Team
June means summer and to keep you online company a Greek site that explores opinion a site that connects boat fanatics and last a pet blog! Site of the month: apopseis | |
| |  How bizarre by Thanos Kalamidas
Harold Camping issues new apocalypse dateThe | |
| |  Amnesty International 50th Birthday by The Ovi Team
May 28th 1961; Amnesty International, a human rights organization, was founded. Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of people who campaign for internationally recognized human rights to be respected and protected for everyone. | |
| |  The moon, the wolf, and the darkness by David Barger
I had just taken my nightly dose of medicationAs I waited for the effects to sit in,And decided to go outsideOut into the neighboring slumber To sit while smoke filled my lungs.The toenail shaped moonHovered low w | |
| |  Cyber Wormhole by David Barger
I read and waitThen I write and waitEver clinging what anticipatesOf things in truth or fabricate.Again and again what words to be?Repetition builds from nimiety.Dorsodynia lingers onMaking the wait last twi | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 1114 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Do not get depressed at your job by Stan Popovich
Some people can get depressed at their job and they do not know what to do about it. As a result, here is a list of techniques that a person can use to make their job more satisfying.One of the ways to manage your depres | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1114 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Life Undercover 1114 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Eurovision in Düsseldorf: From Magic Men to Haba Haba by Binoy Kampmark
Eurovision is the lovable farce. Magdalena Tul of Poland was ravishing in her song delivery, a combination of stage murder and acoustic inadequacy; Georgia’s Eldrine came across with an American resonance, synthesised (alliance buildin | |
| |  Picture from the Attic by David Barger
The water's edge reflects the sky;Tree logs with half removed barkWade within the shallow drink.Gray skies mingle with heavy fog.Woman crossing barren plank Meet children in waiting rowboatBringing packed lunc | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1114 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Show Bizz 1114 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1114 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Medium is the Body: The Death of Osama Bin Laden by Binoy Kampmark
[H]ow will we really know if bin Laden is dead? What if the man they kill is one of his rumoured body-doubles? Do we have dental records or fingerprints of bin Laden for verification?Gawain Chartlon-Perr | |
| |  The Last Night at the Belmont by Richard Stanford
A suitcase flies out from the third floor balcony, hovers for an instant in the darkness then plummets to the street, bursts open and spews its contents on the freshly fallen snow. Rachel comes down the curved staircase, the echo of | |
| |  America's Covert Rebuke by Leah Sellers
Like it or not, a Covert Rebuke involves passive-aggressive behaviors. On the surface (the Face of the American president) the Waters may appear to be fairly smooth and placid, but at its depths can be found the roaring Rip Tide | |
| |  2nd Opinion 1114 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Pakistani Bin reality by Thanos Kalamidas
I didn’t write anything about the end of Osama Bin laden because there has been so much everywhere there was no reason for another one. Newspapers and magazines even sports and lifestyle magazines have covered every single aspect of the what | |
| |  Burn, Twinge, and the Fire begins by David Barger
Black traces outline a unicornWhere a little girl lives beneath brown thornsWatching two snails leave slime trailsCoating the green blades of untrimmed grass.A five year old boy dreams About fighting dragons with sword | |
| |  German report by Euro Reporter
German economy minister rejects Greece exit from euroGermany's economy minister rejected on Sunday speculation that Greece should abandon the euro zone and return to the drachma, arguing that this would only weaken Europe | |
| |  SnakeBoots 1113 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Life Undercover 1113 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover , HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Lift Spirits 1113 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Show Bizz 1113 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dino & Anty 1113 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoon, HERE! | |
| |  Syria : The Downward Spiral by Rene Wadlow
The | |
| |  The lumpen side of a True Negotiation by Thanos Kalamidas
While the conservatives of the Kokoomus, the Social-Democrats and the True Finns negotiate for the future government a new reality hits the Finnish parliament, the reality of the absolute populism and uncontrolled and dangerous stupidity. The trut | |
| |  May 2011 choices by The Ovi Team
Spring is here and summer not far away so time has come to plan holidays and trips for …iceberg spotting and for the nature lovers – literally - time for camping!Blog of the month: | |
| |  How bizarre by Thanos Kalamidas
Dutch football club VVV 'signs up' hat-trick toddler A Dutch football club has awarded a toddler a symbolic 10-year contract after watching video of him scoring a hat trick into his toy box. When Baerke van der Meij, o | |
| |  Finnish dangerous liaisons by Thanos Kalamidas
It was a film back in eighties with Glenn Close, John Malkovich and a very young Michelle Pfeiffer and it was all about human behaviour and sexual relationships to their limits, a wild and unpredictable game of love, hate and egoisms. Just like th | |
| |  Heaven is for Real by Jack Wellman
My mother-in-law and Colton, a four-year old boy, both who claim that they saw Jesus and both claim to have went to heaven. They both described being in heaven and both say they saw Jesus. Michael’s father wrote this very small b | |
| |  The Secular Talibans in France -- are they any better? by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Thomas Hobbes (1588-1679) was an English philosopher who formulated some of the fundamentals of European liberal thought: the right of the individual; the natural equality of all men; the artificial character of the political order; the view that | |
| |  The Gates of Hell by Jack Wellman
I heard the late Adrian Rogers once describe a young man that was trying to find a bar in Chicago. It was called The Gates of Hell. Yes, there was an actually a bar called The Gates of Hell. Not a place you would want to visit I am | |
| |  So, France becomes the first country to ban the burka.... by Christos Mouzeviris
It is done! After so long of debating on the particular issue, France is officially the first country to ban the Islamic face cover gowns for women, the burka and the niqab. Protests are almost sure to happen, not only in France but in many other | |
| |  No politician with an "anti-Zionist mindset" could ever dream of living in the White House: Naseer Aruri by Kourosh Ziabari
Naseer Aruri is Chancellor Professor (emeritus) of Political Science, University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth. He is president of Trans-Arab Research Institute in Boston. Prof. Aruri is the a contributor to the book "Iraq Under Siege: The De | |
| |  First they came... by Thanos Kalamidas
“First they came for the communists, and I didn't speak out because I wasn't a communist.Then they came for the trade unionists, and I didn't speak out because I wasn't a trade unionist.Then they came for the | |
| |  Japan's tsunami, made me rethink European nuclear energy issues... by Christos Mouzeviris
With the latest shocking and dramatic developments in Japan, the issue of the use of the nuclear energy comes in the spotlight again. Japan, one of the most developed and rich countries and the third largest economy of the world is being hit by a | |
| |  This is Finland, the voice of logic by Thanos Kalamidas
After days of screaming regrets because Finland doesn’t participate in another bombing occasionally of innocents the voice of logic and for me the contemporary conscious of this country Martti Ahtisaari returned to say the obvious “no | |
| |  Managing the fear and anxiety of the unknown by Stan Popovich
All most everybody worries about what will happen in the future. The prospect of not knowing if something good or bad will happen to you in the near future can produce a lot of fear and anxiety. As a result, here is a list of techniques and sugges | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
The man of the month. Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  April 2011 choices by The Ovi Team
The Spring is here with easter and the first flowers. For this spring Ovi choices for site, blog and photo of this month are: Site of the month:MoMA Founded | |
| |  The top 10 April Fool's Day hoaxes of all time by Thanos Kalamidas
The Swiss Spaghetti Harvest1957: The respected BBC news show Panorama announced that thanks to a very mild winter and the virtual elimination of the dreaded spaghetti weevil, Swiss farmers were enjoying a bumper spaghetti crop | |
| |  Managing your persistent fears, anxieties and stresses by Stan Popovich
Everybody deals with anxiety and depression, however some people have a difficult time in managing it. As a result, here is a brief list of techniques that a person can use to help manage their most persistent fears and every day anxieties. | |
| |  Worldwide sanctions can erode Israel's fanaticism: Dr. Lawrence Davidson by Kourosh Ziabari
Born in 1945 in Philadelphia PA, Dr. Lawrence Davidson is professor of history at West Chester University in West Chester PA. His academic work is focused on the history of American foreign relations with the Middle East. He also teaches courses i | |
| |  Nowruz, the feast of peace and purity by Kourosh Ziabari
Ornamented with precious values of the ancient Persian civilization, Nowruz is an Iranian festivity which marks the beginning of the new solar year on the first day of spring and vernal equinox. Today, more than 300 million pe | |
| |  What's Next in the Arab World? by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
As the uprising in Libya turned into a full-scale civil war with the Libyan pro-regime forces regaining control of most of the towns lost earlier to the rebels, the UN has imposed a ‘no-fly zone’ over the Libyan airspace to protect civ | |
| |  How bizarre by Thanos Kalamidas
Utah designates Browning M1911 official state firearmUta | |
| |  International Day against Police Brutality by Thanos Kalamidas
The International Day Against Police Brutality occurs on March 15. It first began in 1997 as an initiative of the Montreal Collective Opposed to Police Brutality and the Black Flag group in Switzerland. The date was initially chosen for convenienc | |
| |  The Pink Cross Foundation Takes on Pornography by Jack Wellman
I recently wrote an article on Ovi about the scourge of pornography and its blight on human society. I found out about a website that fights pornography from many different angles and it is a faith-based fight. They offer help for men | |
| |  Unrest in Wisconsin: The Battle Against Collective Bargaining by Binoy Kampmark
It seems to be the season of protest. Not merely are people in their tens of thousands marching in the Middle East and Africa, where blood is being spilt, but trouble is brewing in freedom land. Wisconsin’s Republican Governor Sc | |
| |  World Day of Social Justice: The People's Revolution is On The March by Rene Wadlow
The United Nations General Assembly, on the initiative of Nurbch Jeenbrev, the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to the U.N. in New York, has proclaimed 20 February as the “World Day of Social Justice” with an emphasis on the reduction of pover | |
| |  Concluding Reflections at the End of the Journey into Vico's Mind by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  When democracy becomes a product with too many flaws by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  The Cambrian Explosion and the Incompatibility of Evolution by Jack Wellman
In creation theory, the division | |
| |  The Fall of the Egyptian Tyrant by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Last Friday, a grim-looking Omar Suleiman announced, “In these grave circumstances that the country is passing through, President Hosni Mubarak has decided to leave his position as president of the republic.” The Vice President continu | |
| |  My Baby Went To Heaven Last Night by Jack Wellman
My first cousin’s baby girl of 5 died in a tragic accident Saturday night. She was traveling with her mom on a freeway when a truck, heading in the wrong direction and in the wrong lane, collided head on with her car. | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Artist forced to remove head camera implantAn artist who | |
| |  February 2011 choices by The Ovi Team
February is here and these are the Ovi team choices for site, blog and photo of this month. Site off the month: Nature Nature | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
It's the caption of the month! and it looks like an eventful month. Try your hand at a caption: it doesn't have to be funny! Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagin | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
France warned by EU court over rare hamstersA top EU lega | |
| |  The Encounter with History as Extension of the Self by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
To continue with the Vichian journey into the self we need to view humanity in its historicity as the primary subject of philosophy. Vico had in mind something very similar to what after Heidegger would describe as “humanity’s being in | |
| |  The Rise of the Global Civil Society by Rene Wadlow
There is currently a great expansion of what can be called “The Global Civil Society”— a host of commercial companies, media outlets, and non-governmental organizations ((NGOs) whose activities cross State frontiers. Often | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Ex-spy Anna Chapman gets lion cub on Russian TVFormer | |
| |  The Origins of the Historical Consciousness in the West by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
“But that was it—you never could think what things would be like if they weren’t just what and where they were. You never knew what was coming, either; and yet when it came, it seemed as if nothing else ever could have come. That | |
| |  How To Start a Prison Ministry by Jack Wellman
I believe that the first step to beginning a prison ministry is to do these three things: Pray, then pray, and finally pray some more. Bathe the idea in prayer before you do anything. Prayer is quintessential to any ministry that a | |
| |  Vico's Idea of Providence by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Having already provided for the readers a very broad and general overview of Vico’s poetic philosophy, let us now focus on some of its most important aspects, first and foremost his idea of providence which, as the commentary on Th | |
| |  Lick Observatory by The Ovi Team
January 3rd 1888; the refracting telescope at the Lick Observatory, measuring 91 cm in diameter, is used for the first time. It was the largest telescope in the world at the time.The Lick Observatory is an astronomical observa | |
| |  The first choices of the year by The Ovi Team
Like every other month of the year here are the choices for blog, site and photo of the January 2011 and as always we try to pick something that in its way makes the difference. Blog of the month: | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
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| |  Let's hope by Thanos Kalamidas
For my last radio show of the year I tried to make a flashback to all things happened last year and I have to admit that despite my wish to go into details the whole flashback lasted barely ten minutes. The reason was not that 2010 was lacking | |
| |  The Nexus between Language and Vico's Historicism by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Almost from its birth I have contributed sundry articles on the philosophy of history of Giambattista Vico for Ovi magazine. Hopefully the readers have come away with a better acquaintance of Vico’s thought, which still deserves to be better known | |
| |  The message by Thanos Kalamidas
Many times from the pages of the Ovi magazine and other magazines I write for I have mentioned that I grew up in the sixties with whatever that meant for Greece and Europe in general. I had a religious grandmother and my whole environment was if n | |
| |  Fred Phelp's Westboro Church Pickets Our Church by Jack Wellman
On Sunday, December 19th, 2010, Fred Phelps Westboro Baptist Church picketed our Mulvane Brethren Church in Mulvane, Kansas. It was a cold, blustery morning and we offered the picketers some hot chocolate and cookies. They didn’t | |
| |  It is six years! by Thanos Kalamidas
A couple of days before we were talking with Asa about our weekly radio show and we said that it should be a full hour dedicated to Ovi magazine and it’s 6th birthday. And then Sunday came and we started exactly at three with Asa singing “happ | |
| |  Some form of purity by David Barger
The brink of winter is upon meMoving up my leg like a cold hand;Each chilling fingertip up my spine.Its breath deep within another lung.Rain mimicking mist, mimicking rain,Mimicking some form of purity. | |
| |  How bizarre by Thanos Kalamidas
Sell ads on city stickers The flip-side of Chicago’s 1.25 million city stickers would carry advertising to generate $15 million-a-year — enough to hire 100 new police officers and give motorists a modest break | |
| |  At the heart of it all by Abigail George
Writing is a fragile gift. You are either born to it, taught to do it, led kicking and screaming to it, become members of creative writing groups and visit writing workshops. It is not something to be tampered with. It is a holy, wholesome, awesom | |
| |  Memory work - An excerpt from a memoir by Abigail George
We have a mother who can talk in strange tongues. She gets up to read the gospel at one o’ clock in the morning. She sets her alarm clock to go off. I am still awake reading a well-thumbed novel. Andrea Ashworth’s memoir Once in a hous | |
| |  Smoke Screen by Asa Butcher
Over the past few months there has been very little to spark my outrage enough to open up a new Word document and begin bashing the keyboard. However, an article about a National Health Service smoking cessation service, based in Plymouth, England | |
| |  Atomic communicating vessels by Thanos Kalamidas
The last twenty years there was a fear in Middle East, Saddam Hussein’s nuclear, chemical and biological arsenal; and the suspicion that a dictator possessed the combination of those true was more than just alarming. Actually the fear was so alarm | |
| |  Nominate: Event/Person of the Year 2010 by Asa Butcher
And the winner is... you decide! Yes, it is that time of year when Ovi Magazine offers you the chance to nominate your choices for our Event or Person of the Year. There can be only one winner, so make your choice count. Past | |
| |  Are The Ten Commandments Still Relevant Today? by Jack Wellman
Do you think the Ten Commandments are still valid for this day and age? Are they outdated? Do you think Jesus nailed them to the cross? What does the Bible say and what does Jesus say about the Ten Commandments. | |
| |  December 2010 choices by The Ovi Team
And it is Christmas time, Christmas tree, decoration and most of all Santa Claus and Christmas presents. Ovi magazines choices for this December have a festive colour and spirit. Site of the month is: | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
It's the caption of the month! try your hand at a caption: it doesn't have to be funny! Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Has Belfast film-maker found time travel evidence?A Belfa | |
| |  November 2010 choices by The Ovi Team
November stands in front of the door marked "December" but we before we go rushing towards that doorknob and begin fumbling for the key, why don’t we see what are Ovi’s choices for the eleventh month.D | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
It's the caption of the month! try your hand at a caption: it doesn't have to be funny! Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  NOSFERATU, pathology of the undead, a monologue by David Sparenberg
Pain is a broken mirror. What? You don’t believe that suffering is glass? My eyes have been shattered by tears for many years. Look! Is this a human face? No! It is a mockery, etched in hell. | |
| |  Drowned girl by Abigail George
I was drowning figuratively at the beach; a towel wrapped around me watching my siblings in the waves, in the seawater, the tang of salt in the black cave of my mouth. I was drowning in my lucid dreams, at school with my scuffed shoes, walking | |
| |  Israel is the most immediate threat to the future of the planet: Jeffrey Blankfort by Kourosh Ziabari
Jeffrey Blankfort is an American photojournalist, radio producer and Middle East analyst. He is a well-known pro-Palestinian activist whose articles and writings have appeared on Counter Punch, Voltairenet, Palestine Think Tank, Dissident Voice an | |
| |  The Retreat to Austerity: Osborne and Britain's Spending Cuts by Binoy Kampmark
The British feel that the world is watching. Trimming (nay, slashing) the public sector, which will take money out of a shrunken economy rather than keep it circulating in the system, is something that the financial wizards of the Cameron go | |
| |  When the Finnish church goes secular by Thanos Kalamidas
Usually I avoid writing about churches and religion since I have openly declared my atheism and my respect to others’ believes, and in my mind there is a very clear separation between faith – religion - and the people who “repres | |
| |  Knowledge Test on Religion by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
In the New York Times, Nicholas Kristof asked 13 questions to test knowledge of his readers on religion ("Test Your Savvy on Religion," October 9, 2010). The questions are:1. Which holy book stipulates that a girl wh | |
| |  Europe has failed multiculturalism, Mrs. Merkel by Thanos Kalamidas
Multiculturalism is dead, long live …what? I’m not sure if the German chancellor, Angela Merkel did it intentionally or fully aware but she really did put the gravestone on something too many people work for in many ways for decades | |
| |  Coloureds in white masks by Abigail George
The power and the background of the thoughts of the coloured are an experiment in the making. The source of everything that is half-formed and oppressive in their belief system comes from their childhood, accidents, medical and personal trauma. | |
| |  Getting there: the gut symmetry of writing by Abigail George
What motivates me to write? It’s harder to explain to non-writers and easier in some ways to explain to writers who write for the sheer thrill of it, the madness clicking away inside your brain and the hell of it; to sweep away all the cobwe | |
| |  Legitimacy of Kashmir struggle of independence by Tahir Khan
The valley of Kashmir is very beautiful and strategically located with abundant natural resources. Currently 2/3 of Kashmir under Indian control and 1/3 in Pakistan control.Kashmiri struggling for separate home land was | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
It’s environmental talk or ...walk and the caption of the month hasn't always got to be funny; it can be ridiculous! However, it is simple. Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that capt | |
| |  October 2010 choices by The Ovi Team
October is definitely autumn so we thought to give first something environmental for the kids, an art factory only for kids and then some …Wal-Mart fun for the rest of us and the prove that even retails can be hilarious. | |
| |  Will the UN General Assembly Session Provide Fundamental Change? by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
This time of the year, with many world leaders arriving to attend the United Nations General Assembly session, New York City becomes busier than ever. It is difficult to find empty cabs in Manhattan close to the UN building. Security is extra vigi | |
| |  Lift Spirits 123 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Desperado by Jack Wellman
This is a picture of my son and me at Branson, Missouri, playing “ | |
| |  Dino & Anty 125 by Thanos Kalamidas
for more Dino & Anty , HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Hobbit Day by Patrick McWade
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| |  Thomas Berry: a Prophetic Visionary Voice for our Times of Crisis by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
“The Universe is a communion of subjects, not a collection of objects”The above statement by the late Thomas Berry (1914-2009) conveys in a nutshell, to those who have never heard of him | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders 119 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  SnakeBoots 120 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Porn found on teacher's classroom computerA primary s | |
| |  Veto power is an insult to the international community: Kenneth O'Keefe by Kourosh Ziabari
Kenneth O'Keefe is a world citizen. As an anti-war activist and social entrepreneur, he renounced his U.S. citizenship on March 1, 2001 and burned his American passport on January 7, 2004 in protest to the United States' Imperialism and ca | |
| |  Lift Spirits 122 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Zombies take over UniversityIt is a class to die for - Z | |
| |  A denial that leads to Jones Bin Ladens by Thanos Kalamidas
If nine years after the 9/11 attacks what is left is a fanatic evangelist weaving threats to burn the Koran in a church somewhere in nowhere Florida and we all care if he has the right to express himself and speak freely then we are really doomed | |
| |  Amongst The Gnomes of Zurich by Binoy Kampmark
When a population can be guaranteed to be more extreme than its government, democracy has become a majoritarian excess. Switzerland, a country so conservative it attracts both its keen admirers and passionate loathers, is surely such an exam | |
| |  Two years fear by Thanos Kalamidas
Two years ago, pictures of people in the streets of Athens fighting with the policemen and burning shops and businesses did the round of the world waking u our worst fears. Two years after and despite all the reinsurances that we are near the end | |
| |  Who pays for the loss of life in Iran? by Kourosh Ziabari
Since the victory of Iran's Islamic Revolution in 1979 which toppled the U.S.-backed regime of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, Iran has been facing with devastating and agonizing financial sanctions of the United States and its European allies who | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders - 118 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  In Praise of Northrop Frye: a Giant of Literary Criticism by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Northrop Frye (1912-1991) was a Canadian literary theorist who, in the 20th century, practically established literary criticism as an academic discipline. Even today, some twenty years after his death, in the era of logical analysis and extreme ra | |
| |  Sarah Palin - a Modern-day Medusa? by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
At the very outset I must admit that I did not vote for John McCain and Sarah Palin in the last U.S. presidential election. Forget her kowtowing to the neo-conservative, Likudnik, Christian Zionist cause, and harmful divisive views on everything t | |
| |  SnakeBoots - 119 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Intolerance of Jonah Goldberg by N. L. Wilbur
Americans never seem to get their fill of craziness. Think Sarah Palin, viral Internet videos of drunken squirrels, websites for | |
| |  Life Undercover - 122 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  A Split Second From Death by Jack Wellman
Several years ago, there was a young man who excelled at the sport of high diving and to compliment his training for the Olympics, attended a university where his skill could be honed to that of near perfect. He had a brilliant coach and the | |
| |  Lift Spirits - 121 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Archeological Evidence and the Bible by Jack Wellman
Digs have uncovered the ancient Hittites Empire.King David’s Reign has been found recorded on ancient Egyptian inscriptions.The Regal House of Nebuchadnezzar has been unearthed.A stone tablet bearing Pontius Pilat | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
It’s ...paternal talk and the caption of the month hasn't always got to be ...funny; it can be ridiculous! However, it is simple. Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures yo | |
| |  Arjun's cartoon - 04 by Arjun Cartoonist
For more Arjun's cartoon collection, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, | |
| |  Ramadan - the month of self-restraint by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
The blessed month of Ramadan is upon us. To a Muslim no other month is as meritorious as this particular month is when the reward of every good deed done is multiplied several times. It is not difficult to understand why the Prophet Muhammad (S) s | |
| |  The Last Emperor: Oriental opulence by Asa Butcher
When describing the majority of Best Picture winners over the past 80 years, “sweeping”, “epic” and “biographical” are three of the more common adjectives employed, although we mustn’t forget that having a | |
| |  Dino & Anty - 123 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  September 2010 choices by The Ovi Team
September means autumn is coming, schools open, houses getting ready for the winter, last bits of sunny weekends, and last chances for late holidays. This is why Ovi choices for the month September are connected one way or another with nature i | |
| |  2nd Opinion - 124 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The Little Ground Zero Mosque that Wasn't by N. L. Wilbur
You’ve heard about the “socialists” in Washington – the fascist, liberal, racist, Muslim-terrorist-loving hypocrites who added 10 quadrillion dollars to the national deficit with a slew of job-killing policies that will | |
| |  Italian report by Euro Reporter
Italian minister apologises after delivery room fightItaly's health minister has apologised to a woman for a fight between two doctors in the delivery room as she was about to give birth. The authorities are investigating | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders - 117 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  SnakeBoots - 118 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Snakeboots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Global Justice and Inequity: Lessons Learned from Bhopal and BP Horizon Deepwater by Newropeans-Magazine
Bhopal and BP Horizon Deepwater Background Almost 26 years ago, on the night of 3rd December 1984, Bhopal (India) was enveloped in a poisonous miasmic cloud of methyl isocyanate gas, which gushe | |
| |  Life Undercover - 121 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Lev Shestov on "Athens and Jerusalem" and European Man by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
In the last seventy years or so there has been no philosophical dialogue on reason and revelation which did not include the thought of Karl Barth on the same. This was brought home to me not only in my college years by one of my philosophy profess | |
| |  Islamophobia in America by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
There is no doubt that Islamophobia is on the rise. It is no longer an isolated issue that is thriving in some bigotry-ridden corner in Europe. Thanks to its evil promoters, the beast has become a global phenomenon today. One such promoter is the | |
| |  Lift Spirits - 120 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Deluged and Drowning: The Pakistan Disaster by Binoy Kampmark
Much in what happens in political life is often inexplicable. Events often seem to rhyme to the tune of the absurd, egged on by the inexorable march of folly. And so, even as Pakistan is drowning, the attempt to deal with the insurgent | |
| |  The End of Fighter Aviation by Mark Jones
A fascinating thing occurs when a fighter pilot realizes his aircraft is equipped with a radar. It’s on his second or third flight after being assigned to a fleet model while he’s cruising on some jet route in the sunshine, snug wra | |
| |  The Rom: World Citizens Ahead of Time by Rene Wadlow
Wandering now from land to landWho is there here to feel my pain?” | |
| |  Free Trade Solution to Balancing Trade: Export-Import Coupons by Clifford W. Lazar
America's trade is unbalanced, and the results are lost middle clas | |
| |  Show Bizz - 122 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  From Salonika to the Roma by Thanos Kalamidas
The first time I heard Nicolas Sarkozy talking about his roots in Salonika I have to admit that somehow I felt intrigued and looking forward for what was going to follow even though there are too few things that might connect me with the French Pr | |
| |  Dino & Anty - 122 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoon, HERE! | |
| |  Iran, Tajikistan and Afghanistan: Diplomacy of Brotherhood by Kourosh Ziabari
The trilateral summit of the presidents of three Persian-speaking countries of Iran, Tajikistan and Afghanistan wrapped up on August 5 in Tehran and recorded another unforgettable event in the memory of the three brother nations. With innumerable | |
| |  The Beatles Replace Pete Best by The Ovi Team
17th Aug. 1962; The Beatles consisting of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and George Harrison replace the group's drummer "Pete Best" with Ringo Starr.Best was never told why he was dismissed from The Beatles, as th | |
| |  Life Undercover - 120 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Remembering the Kursk by Binoy Kampmark
A moment to ponder: the cruel deaths of 118 men, who perished with their nuclear submarine ten years ago during naval exercises in the Barents Sea. The tragedy was compounded by that sclerotic response typical of bureaucracies terrified of o | |
| |  The Slovaks, Olli Rehn and the EU continuing failures by Thanos Kalamidas
As it is normal I suppose, when I browse the news and if I see something about Greece I check twice most of time even reading the whole article. And it was the same this time and started with an news-agency focusing on EU mainly news. A six hundre | |
| |  Lift Spirits - 119 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
A School road marking spelt wronglyWorker | |
| |  The God Delusion Debate; Richard Dawkins vs. John Lennox by Jack Wellman
If Christians are to be always ready to give an answer for the reason of the hope that is within us (I Pet. 3:15) and not have any fear or be troubled about reasons for unbelievers questions about the existence of God, the Creator (v 14) , then | |
| |  Dino & Anty - 121 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Happy Lefthanders Day! by The Ovi Team
August 13 is designated International Lefthanders Day by Lefthanders International. It was first observed 13 August 1976. As its name suggests, it is meant to promote awareness of the inconveniences facing left-handers in a predominantly right- | |
| |  Failure of the American Jewry - Part II by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
I fail to see anything great about Israeli democracy. Most of its leaders are corrupt and immoral, and have come from the military with records of war crimes. Some are psychopaths. Most are racists. And on the top of that, fascistic leanings ha | |
| |  2nd Opinion - 122 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Girls love diamonds doesn't matter the blood drops by Thanos Kalamidas
Most of the states – if not all - in the African continent were colonized and victimized for centuries that are a fact. It is also a fact that the representatives of the colonial states except corrupted themselves, corrupted everything they | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders - 116 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The sexiness of humanitarian aid by Binoy Kampmark
The journey to work was characterised by cold winds, the usual dreary outfits of a dour morning scene in Melbourne, embellished by ‘Antarctic’ fittings. But as the sun peaked briefly and the traffic lights were about to turn, two | |
| |  Failure of the American Jewry - Part I by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Voicing any fair criticism of Israel these days is hazardous. You are sure to be dumped as an anti-Semite. And this labeling is often so loosely used that it is unfair to all Arabs, and surely to some (so-called self-hating) Jews, who trace their | |
| |  Italy as a Museum: New Impressions of Italy by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Once again this year (2010) I have taken 18 students from Broward College for a five week study trip to Italy. We have been back for three days now and are barely over the jet lag. Once again the students studied at the University of Urbino and tr | |
| |  The Unrivaled Legacy of Avicenna by Kourosh Ziabari
Historically, Iran has been a land of prominent, influential figures in science, letters, arts and literature whose impact on the global civilization will remain in place forever. Throughout its ancient history, Iran has intro | |
| |  Jesse Owens by The Ovi Team
9th Aug. 1936; Jesse Owens won his fourth gold medal as part of the US 4X100 met | |
| |  How bizarre ...UFO by Thanos Kalamidas
Churchill ordered UFO cover-up, National Archives show The government took the threat of UFOs so seriously in the 1950s that UK intelligence chiefs met to discuss the issue, newly-released files show. Ministers even went on to | |
| |  Bulgarian report by Euro Reporter
Bulgarian Navy marks 131st anniversaryThe Bulgarian Naval Forces mark over the weekend the 131-year anniversary of their establishment in the presence of local and State officials and numerous events in the Black Sea cities of | |
| |  SnakeBoots - 117 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Belgium report by Euro Reporter
Belgium have lowered the age for the Gardasil vaccine to 9 yearsIt has been revealed by the European Medicines Agency that Belgium have decided to change their vaccine policy, regarding the Gardasil vaccine, lowering the origi | |
| |  Life Undercover - 119 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  6 August 1945- 65Years of a Shattered World by Rene Wadlow
The new atomic energy will be at the service of the rulers; it will change their strength but not their aims. The underlying populations should regard this new source of energy with lively interest — the interest of victims. | |
| |  The monstrous little sister by Thanos Kalamidas
Her brother demanded from leaders from all around the world, from ambassadors and representatives to participate in her mourning and funeral. He called her a heroin of the nation and a woman example for the generations to come. The truth is that s | |
| |  Hiroshima and the atomic bomb by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  How bizarre by Thanos Kalamidas
Nude informationWashoe County Sheriff’s | |
| |  French report by Euro Reporter
Tax break for artist legacyFrench Labour Minister Eric Woerth was subject to yet more allegations of financial wrongdoing on Wednesday, in connection with the will of French artist Cesar Baldaccini. Left-leaning daily Liberati | |
| |  Lift Spirits - 118 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Lift Spirits, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  How To Receive the Desires of our Heart by Jack Wellman
Every human alive has a desire of their heart. They aspire to be, they hope to become, they strive to do; something that is in their heart. An intense desire burns in every human heart to be something that they are not now at present. Some few | |
| |  Show Bizz - 120 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dino & Anty - 120 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Following orders by Thanos Kalamidas
There is one phrase I always hated because it has become the worst but most commonly used phrase for all short of crimes in history, follow orders. When it comes the time to answer for any kind of horrific actions in all levels the answer remains | |
| |  2nd Opinion - 121 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  August 2010 choices by The Ovi Team
August means fun, summer, holidays at least for the biggest part of this globe so Ovi choices for august are …fun and they are the following. We hope you can check them and in a case you have any suggestion please con | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
It’s ...honey mood and the caption of the month hasn't always got to be ...funny; it can be ridiculous! However, it is simple. Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination | |
| |  PersOnality DisOrders - 115 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more PersOnality DisOrders, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  SnakeBoots - 116 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Mosque Controversy: Signs of Religious Intolerance? by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
New York City is home to millions of people of all races and religions. It is probably the most ethnically diverse metropolis on earth. It is, therefore, not surprising that one will find one’s place of worship, whether it be a church, synag | |
| |  Sarah is back, tweeting by Thanos Kalamidas
In the beginning she was the guest star in a gig called the Tea-Party; then she took over the central stage and the gig turned into a mega-show where the good old ‘values’ that everybody tries to forget became the issue and in the end | |
| |  Life Undercover - 118 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  David Cameron and the Pakistani equation by Thanos Kalamidas
It was national security, it is damaging the prospects for regional peace and I feel really strange finding myself agreeing with David Cameron and happy he opened his mouth and said some truths doesn’t matter how bitter they are especially t | |
| |  Did Jesus Believe in Evolution? by Jack Wellman
If you could ask Jesus about evolution, would He say He believed in it? You can find His answer in the scriptures. It is clearly obvious that Jesus did not believe in evolution and if you can believe in Jesus, which I do, then let His words prove | |
| |  Journalism under national security by Thanos Kalamidas
To say that the Watergate scandal marked American history is an underestimation of the real effect it had in international history and how much it changed the role journalism with those two tiredly connected. The two reporters who made the scandal | |
| |  Iran's nuclear standoff: who is the loser? by Kourosh Ziabari
It's more than 8 years that the world's newspapers are filled with miscellaneous news, reports and commentaries concerning Iran's nuclear program. Controversy over Iran's nuclear program has spanned through two administrations in I | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Bear takes short ride in carThe interior of | |
| |  Hungarian report by Euro Reporter
Hungarian PM reiterates intention to break with IMF when contract expiresGetting free of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will be a step towards national self-determination, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said. Ret | |
| |  July 2010 choices by The Ovi Team
July is the month for holidays in most parts of the world. So this month we have a bit of summer holidays. Our choices for July 2010's blog, site and photo of the month are the following. We hope you can check them and in a case you have an | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
Totally holiday mood and ...the caption of the month hasn't always got to be ...funny; it can be ridiculous! However, it is simple. Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagina | |
| |  But ...seriously by Thanos Kalamidas
Sometimes I feel that my generation really misses the times of the cold war. We lived mainly the end of it and most of the time it is like a heroic fairy tale full of urban legends and myths. And since my generation nowadays controls all the eleme | |
| |  Miranda Rights by The Ovi Team
13th June 1966; Chief Justice Earl Warren delivers The Supreme Court landmark Miranda vs. Arizona decision, "that criminal suspects must be informed of their right to consult with an attorney and of their right against self-incrimination prio | |
| |  CANTO by David Sparenberg
We progressed until we reached the latest rung in the Inferno. There before us were two seething pits of new made hell, carved like gouged eye sockets in the fearsome, rude desolation of blind punishment.The first of suc | |
| |  The Battle over Health Care Reform and the Biblical Health Care Plan by Jack Wellman
What was the reason for all of the battles on Capital Hill between Democrats and Republicans over National Healthcare Reform? The Democrats effectively halted the Republicans version and their 60-vote margin made it “filibuster-proof” | |
| |  US and EU to blame for Israeli Hubris by Hezron H.N Nyawachi
A deadly attack by Israeli Navy Commandoes on 31.05.2010 on the Turkish-flagged ship Mavi Marmara, an aid flotilla of seven ships carrying humanitarian supplies destined for Gaza with 700 activists aboard has caused international outrage the wo | |
| |  An Autograph by Leah Sellers
My sisters and I were tickled pink about being a part of the opening act for the well known country western star Willie Nelson. We had been asked to sing two songs at the opening performance of his huge outdoor concert at the Air Force Ba | |
| |  Days of the Mothers by Leah Sellers
Mother ! Mama ! Mommy ! Mom ! Children’s Voices, young and old, around the World call out to the Women who gave them Life. Incubated their once wriggling, squiggling cells and gave them Birth. | |
| |  June 2010 choices by The Ovi Team
Just like every other month the last two years, our choices for June 2010's blog, site and photo of the month are the following. We hope you can check them and in a case you have any suggestion please contact us. And si | |
| |  Isolation and defamation: The cost of thinking differently by Kourosh Ziabari
Interview with Michael Behe on intelligent designMichael Behe is an American scientist and biochemist. Being an intelligent design advocate, he serves as a professor of biochemistry at the University of Lehigh in Pennsylvania. He is al | |
| |  German report by Euro Reporter
Government to sidestep Bundesrat on nuclear power plant extensionThe centre-right coalition government is looking to bypass the Bundesrat upper house to push through one of its more controversial policy plans – extending | |
| |  An Environmental Implication: Fumes of Aircraft by Pallavi Saxena
There have been remarkable chapters in the history of science & technology which lead to splendid success in the production and manufacturing market. One of them is the aviation technology, it helps the people a lot to make travel as well a | |
| |  Menu Fretin by Uzeyir Lokman Cayci
Uzeyir Lockman Cayci makes poetry with his graphics, moves feeling with his drawing and he sketches life with ink. Visit his Art Exhibition in the pages of Ovi Magazine, HERE and enjoy his latest creations. | |
| |  The Right Not To Kill: 15 May: CO Day by Rene Wadlow
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| |  State of mind by Abigail George
The 2010 Soccer World Cup marked the 11th year of my diagnosis of clinical depression.I was diagnosed with it when I was 19 years old; two years out of high school in Port Elizabeth – the windy city. It was also the city where | |
| |  World Thalassaemia Day by The Ovi Team
Thalassaemia is the name of a group of genetic inherited disorders of the blood. More specifically, it is a disorder of the haemoglobin molecule inside the red blood cells. | |
| |  Greek talking by Thanos Kalamidas
Even though I’m really proud to be Greek there are times like this last week that I feel really sad for the country I born and embarrassed for what people say for the country that mothered the western civilization. And when Finland’s M | |
| |  Sundry Musings on Political Correctness in Academia by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  A Russian Freeze: Halting Adoptions to the US by Binoy Kampmark
The Russian government is having an apoplectic fit. Not over those usual things – deadly weapons of nuclear import and American foot dragging on the subject, energy disputes that involve strangling neighbours into submission, and th | |
| |  May 2010 choices by The Ovi Team
Our choices for May 2010's blog, site and photo of the month:Blog of the month: an unfinished person (in this unfinished universe) | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
The caption of the month hasn't always got to be ...funny; it can be ridiculous! However, it is simple. Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Dreams can help with learningNapping after learning some | |
| |  Micro-Credit Revolution key to alleviating poverty among Kenyan Poor by Hezron H.N Nyawachi
Kenya; it has been said, has the most vibrant micro-finance industry in Africa. The Africa-Middle East Regional Microcredit Summit closed last week with over 2,000 delegates, among them the ‘father of micro-finance’ Nobel Laureate P | |
| |  American War Crimes: The WikiLeaks Video by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
On Monday, April 5, the website WikiLeaks.org posted footage taken from a US military helicopter in July 2007 as it killed twelve unarmed civilians and wounded two children. The voices on the tape appear to believe their targets are carrying weapo | |
| |  But seriously by Thanos Kalamidas
What an irony, a couple of days before I was writing about the altruism of benevolent institutions like PJ Morgan and here comes Goldman Sachs to prove me right with the Securities and Exchange commission accusing them for fraud. Goldman Sachs is | |
| |  The Two-State Solution approaching a dead-end by Hezron H.N Nyawachi
In June 2003, Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, standing alongside King Jordan II of Jordan, US President George W Bush and Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas at Aqaba, Jordan said: ‘It is in Israel’s interest not to govern th | |
| |  Healing work in a healing biotope by The Ovi Team
An interview with Dr. Amelie WeimarDr. Amelie Weimar received her M.D. degree from Freie Universität Berlin in 1991, and since 1995 she has been responsible for the medical needs of 200 people living in the community o | |
| |  In My Dreams It Was Simpler by Tolulope Popoola
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| |  International Day of the Roma by The Ovi Team
The International Day of the Roma (April 8) is a day to celebrate Romani culture and raise awareness of the issues facing Romani people. The day was officially declared in 1990 in Serock, Poland, the site of the fourth World Romani Congress of | |
| |  Bottled Up by The Ovi Team
Poetry has been from the very beginning part of Ovi magaz | |
| |  Greek Easter customs by The Ovi Team
Easter time, from the carnivals that come before the Lenten fast through Holy Week and the celebrations of Easter, is a special season in Greece. Since the date of the Greek Orthodox Easter is based on a modified Julian calendar and the Western wo | |
| |  Bittersweet - An excerpt from a memoir by Abigail George
There is always something reassuring about being able to relate to something that seems familiar to you in a book or a film on television. It means you not lost and alone in the world. It means that you are not the only one who feels like the Outs | |
| |  April 2010 choices by The Ovi Team
Our choices for April 2010's blog, site and photo of the month:Blog of the month: Sex at Oxbridge Female Oxbridge student with nsa ... ex | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
The caption of the month hasn't always got to be ...funny; it can be ridiculous! However, it is simple. Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  Are you a Genius? by Asa Butcher
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| |  The Consequence of Nonsense! by Leah Sellers
Shhh! It’s not polite to talk about the unbridled narcissistic Profiteering taken for granted within unbalanced Malevolent Capitalism. Why unbalanced? Capitalism everlastingly rocks back and forth (like every other Thing and every One else u | |
| |  Going home on strange highways by Abigail George
Africa has been colonised by France, Spain, Portugal, England and America with the result that there was gross exploitation of the people who were in this process. They were deprived of education, their sole dignity and integrity and at heart thei | |
| |  March 2010 Choices by The Ovi Team
Our choices for March 2010's blog, site and photo of the month:Blog of the month: Bicycle Design Bicycle Design is the place for thoughts and discussion | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
The caption of the month hasn't got always to be ...funny; however, it is simple. Look at this photo and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  Life Undercover 1006 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  German report by Euro Reporter
Bishop resigns over driving drunkThe head of the Lutheran Church in Germany, Margot Kaessmann, announced her resignation at a press conference after being pulled over for drunken driving days before. "One of my advisers s | |
| |  Donating Blood For Your Own Good by Jack Wellman
There are more reasons for donating blood than just getting a good feeling. Not only does it help cancer patients with blood transfusions for their battle with leukemia, it also lowers the risk of many common health problems and chronic conditions | |
| |  Dolly Lama by Patrick McWade
For more Nuttley, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Reflections on Wole Soyinka and the Cesspit of Free Speech by Dr. Gerry Coulter
It is not every month that a Nobel laureate in literature comes out against freedom of speech so perhaps we should give Wole Soyinka his due. In an interview with Tunku Varadarajan at the Jaipur Literature Festival last month, Soyinka said | |
| |  Hungarian report by Euro Reporter
Head of Military University in Budapest ArrestedPolice detained the head of the National Defence University on Tuesday, on suspicion of abuse of office, following a months-long investigation. There was a scuffle as Szabó | |
| |  Promoting Sexuality for Ten Year Olds: Planned Parenthood Goes To Far by Jack Wellman
Planned Parenthood has sunk to a new low, if this is possible. The Examiner [1] reports that through their affiliate, the International Planned Parenthood Federation [2], they are now advocating and proposing to have contraceptive sex education | |
| |  Forever Young - Frozen In Time by Jack Wellman
There is a company that is making lots of money freezing people in the hopes of resurrecting them someday to find a cure for what killed them. As incredible as this sounds, people are being frozen today for a hoped-for future cure. The Alcor Life | |
| |  Torturing international laws by Thanos Kalamidas
The British foreign secretary has lost an Appeal Court bid to stop the disclosure of secret information relating to the torture of a UK resident; actually they were forced to release paragraphs of a document that described his time in detention in | |
| |  A Brief Survey of the Traditional Judeo-Christian View of Marriage by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  The day television changed the war by Thanos Kalamidas
When the invasion to Kuwait started I was in Dubai and for hours I was watching Peter Arnett from CNN in the lobby of a hotel when the telephones stopped ringing. It is amazing when major events like a huge invasion happen, it seems that everythin | |
| |  But ...seriously! by Thanos Kalamidas
Pictures and videos coming from Tahiti are turning into screams of despair and the number of dead is constantly increasing making more obvious how defendless humans are in front the power of the nature. The dream holiday destination has transforme | |
| |  Gay Marriage Approved in Portugal by Alexandra Pereira
Two years after I was born, in 1982, homosexuality was still consider | |
| |  Ovi magazine's bookshelves by The Ovi Team
We don’t talk very often about Ovi’s bookshelf , but is there waiting for you to download the books for free and enjoy a variety of themes and subjects for every age and interest. One o | |
| |  Bono's new black uniform by Thanos Kalamidas
Guess what, the hint that the Chinese government’s efforts to control internet and what the Chinese people can access in the internet is something …acceptable and probably correct doesn’t belong to the national front leadership b | |
| |  But ...seriously by Thanos Kalamidas
For my personal column with the weird and serious of this world, nothing else or even better could start the new decade than the Cesar himself. Apparently I just remembered something I heard ones in a play, there is no need for a script in modern | |
| |  Three Types Of Parents by Jack Wellman
There are ways to effectively coach your children in life. This includes coaching them at home, school and of last importance, in sports. Words of encouragement go a long ways toward making them more effective in these areas of life. There are pri | |
| |  Year of Controversies and Next Decade of Change by Saberi Roy
Looking back at 2009, it has been an eventful and controversial year with Obama’s Nobel Peace Prize, Fake trials in Iran and Burma. Sarah Palin’s “Going Rogue”, EU Parliament Elections 2009, the UN summit on Climate Change, | |
| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
It is simple. Look at this photo of ... and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  Listen for this New Year by Thanos Kalamidas
Usually every first of January, New Year’s Day we all start with wishes. Peace on earth, that’s basic, very ecumenical, very …wishful! The end of poverty! That’s a good wish but we used it the last …lets see | |
| |  World Peace Day, The Environment, and Pope Benedict XVI by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  And the award goes to... by Thanos Kalamidas
Fine, this has taken too long! The years before we had a plan but a comment last year has ruined this plan. Usually we see who or what influenced our lives more than anything the year that ends and we write the reasoning naming the persona or the | |
| |  How Bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Scoffing dinner on gun pointA dozy robber was nicked whi | |
| |  German report by Euro Reporter
German environment minister blames China, US for climate stalemateGerman Environment Minister Norbert Roettgen told the news magazine Der Spiegel that the Chinese were not concerned about climate protection but instead about h | |
| |  Christmas thoughts by Thanos Kalamidas
It feels strange that it came to me to write a few words for Christmas day. I never felt shy for my believes and I find it easier to believe that there is intelligent life in Mars, UFOs in my backyard and trolls in the Finnish forests than believi | |
| |  Dino & Anty 931 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Gimme 5! by Asa Butcher
Here we are again celebrating the passing of yet another year in the life of Ovi Magazine; five to be exact. As always, there is only one question | |
| |  The fifth ...elementary year by Thanos Kalamidas
I feel that if I say that today Ovi magazine celebrates five years of accomplishments it will be a cliché and the same time is so true. Accomplishments that go far beyond an online publication, accomplishments far beyond the connectivity | |
| |  Unemployed questions by Jon Andrews
American unemployment is around 10 million, yet despite what we hear in the news, the economy is booming in some parts of America. But it may not be the American population who are benefiting from this rise from the financial meltdown of ove | |
| |  Green Ink by David Sparenberg
Theodore Roszak’s THE VOICE OF THE EARTH is a big book. Big not only in actual volume, chapter to chapter, page by page, but big in scope and containing a largess, as in abundant wealth; for THE VOICE is rich in perspective and refl | |
| |  Fireproof your marriage by Jack Wellman
I recently saw the movie Fireproof, staring Kirk Cameron and Erin Bethea. [1] This G-rated movie is more than a great movie for a date night. It is a movie that may help fireproof your marriage and is based upon the best-selling author and marr | |
| |  Justifying war with a Peace Nobel Prize by Thanos Kalamidas
I have to admit that when I read the phrase “the US must uphold moral standards when waging wars that are necessary and justified,” I felt a bit numb and found difficult to accept in the same phrase the words ‘moral’ and | |
| |  Medicine and religion: The spiritual dimension of the migraine aura by Floco Tausin
In the 1990s, pracitioners of orthodox scientific medicine engaged in dialogs with much earnest and passion about the unification of religion and medicine. It was shown in more than 100 studies that complaints and illnesses like diabetes, liver | |
| |  2nd Opinion 919 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Ethiopian Despot Hijacks Copenhagen Leadership Role by Doug McGill
I'm going to break one of my own writing rules today. In the six years that I've written about Ethiopian immigrants and politics in Minnesota, I've never editorialized directly against | |
| |  The last drink of the night by David Barger
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| |  Mer-Maid by Neil Burlington
For more Neil's Sunny Sky Cartoons, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Dear Mrs. Astrid Thors... by Thanos Kalamidas
Dear Mrs. Astrid Thors, Finland’s migration minister;With surprise I have to admit I’ve read in the newspapers that following your proposition the government decided to reduce the benefits | |
| |  Show Bizz 918 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Show Bizz, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Where yellow roses bloom by David Barger
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| |  Caption of the month by The Ovi Team
There is one couple you will see in any magazine, newspaper, blog or site you might check, even to the ones that having absolutely nothing to do with entertainment, well here is… Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie.It is sim | |
| |  December choices by The Ovi Team
For this December our choices for blog of the month, site of the month and photo of the month in Ovi magazine are...Blog of the month is: Closet Cookin | |
| |  SnakeBoots 911 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Neil's Sunny Sky Cartoons 7 by Neil Burlington
For more Neil's Sunny Sky Cartoons, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  The lost dignity of the Greek media by Thanos Kalamidas
Η απόσταση που με χωρίζει με την Ελληνική δημοσ | |
| |  25 November: Silent Violence Against Women by Rene Wadlow
25 November is the UN-proclaimed International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Violence against women is a year-round occurrence and continues to an alarming degree. Violence against women is an attack upon their bodily in | |
| |  A U.S. Citizen Survives Political Prison in Ethiopia by Doug McGill
Okwa Omot is sleeping safely in a warm bed at his home in Washington, D.C. this week. That is something of a miracle considering that only a week ago – and for 107 days before that – he wa | |
| |  The Sporting Trial of Thierry Henry by Binoy Kampmark
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| |  Bet football's transparency by Thanos Kalamidas
When a couple of years ago the big football scandal hit Italy and Juventus fell from the first division to the second, first nobody was surprised and second everybody was waiting who’s next to follow. Even though the rumours had it that the | |
| |  Dino & Anty 929 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  An Impositioning Juxtapositioning by Leah Sellers
Once upon a time in the Great State of Texas, in the Heartland of the United States of America, there lived two Human Beings. A Man and a Woman. A Military Man and a Teacher-Artist.One day, the Military Man, Nidal Malak Hasan, | |
| |  British report by Euro Reporter
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| |  World Summit on Food Security: 16-18 November by Rene Wadlow
Citizens of the World welcome the World Summit on Food Security of 16-18 November 2009 in Rome to address the root causes of the present food crisis and to work for the full implementation of the ‘Human Right to Food’. World citizens | |
| |  Wilbur's Wonderland: Hard ...life by David Barger
For more Wilbur's Wonderland, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  SnakeBoots 910 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more SnakeBoots, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  YLE's boss half truths by Thanos Kalamidas
From the very beginning I found my self living in Finland I have problems with YLE, the Finnish National Radio Television and this has nothing to do with my linguistic problems and my poor understanding of the Finish or the Swedish language, the o | |
| |  $EED$ OF FAITH by Jack Wellman
Wolves In $heep's Clothing If were are to be stewards of God’s Word and Truth, I believe we are also required to overturn the moneychangers tables in the Temple, when we see them, like Jesus Christ Himself did. There are many | |
| |  Is America on a wrong track? by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
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| |  Some Musings on Religion and Freedom of Speech in the EU by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
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| |  How Bizarre!!! by Thanos Kalamidas
Challenging a lamppost to a fightA 22-year-old man challenged a lamppost to fight after he was ignored by passers-by in the street. Drunken David Robinson turned on the innocent streetlight after a number of walkers ignored | |
| |  The shadow of darkness by David Barger
No alarm calling out my name.My eyes were wide opened.My younger brother lay asleepUnderneath in the bottom portionOf our double bed; His breathing pouring out in rhythmic measuresWith the slightest pauseBefore br | |
| |  Hungarian report by Euro Reporter
Government members get new flu shot Ministers who had not been inoculated against the deadly A/H1N1 virus received the vaccine in the presence of the media on Wednesday. Prime Minister Gordon Bajnai was inoculated on Tuesday. | |
| |  Dino & Anty 928 by Thanos Kalamidas
For more Dino & Anty, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  Swiss cheese and the Lisbon Treaty by Thanos Kalamidas
The British leader of the conservative party David Cameron with his usual pompous style imitating something between Winston Churchill, a cardinal and a clown announced that “never again” to powers being transferred from the UK to Bruss | |
| |  Junta Continues to Suppress Religious Freedom: US by Rohingya Human Rights
The Burmese military junta continues to oppress people on religious grounds and actively promotes Theravada Buddhism, said a US report on religion released last Monday."It systematically restricted efforts by Buddhist | |
| |  Then, Again: Pope II by Patrick McWade
For more Then Again, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  November choices by The Ovi Team
For this November our choices for blog of the month, site of the month and photo of the month in Ovi magazine are...Blog of the month is: Dinlos and Skilldos | |
| |  Do Babies Go To Heaven? by Jack Wellman
Where Do Babies Go If They Die?After a baby dies, where do they go? What about the unborn, the still-born, aborted fetuses, young children and even special needs children? Where do these, so young and tender, go after death? | |
| |  The Politico Paradox: Feeding the Media we Hate by Doug McGill
For just a brief moment before Politico.com co-founder John Harris spoke last Friday at his alma mater, Carleton College, he might have allowed himself to think that finally – finally! – he would safely be able to relax in the warm emb | |
| |  Then Again: Pope I by Patrick McWade
For more Then Again, HERE! For more Ovi Magazine, HERE! | |
| |  Ergonomics and wet flies by Jane Eagle
Who missed me? Gather around. Wow! What a crowd of… friendly ghosts. Oh, me and my sarcasm!You’re wondering what I’m going to talk about. Nothing much… I’d only like to comment on this beautiful i | |
| |  How bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Drink-drive chair up for auction Police in the US stat | |
| |  The price in treasured gifts by David Barger
Poseidon bestowed a gift Unto Minos, King of Crete,And asked only that when the timeCame, to remember him through A token of sacrificing this perfect bull.The King’s advisor whispered,There is not a bull found in | |
| |  Mugabe's power games by Thanos Kalamidas
I have to admit that I hate it when I’m forced to say …I told you and I know that it bothers the person who hears it but it really ...hurts the person who says it. Perhaps because usually is accompanied with bad news. And in this ca | |
| |  Odysseus Elytis by The Ovi Team
Since the last few days we are talking about Nobel Prizes, a Greek poet Odysseus Elytis , was awarded the Literature Nobel Prize and it was announced on the 18th of October 1979, exactly 30 years ago. | |
| |  Give washing a big hand by Patrick McWade
For more McWade Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  A nuclear accident by Thanos Kalamidas
On the 10th of October, 1957 at Windscale, Cumberland Britain we have the first nuclear accident in history and the worst reactor accident until …Three Mile Island twenty two years after. Part of the radioactive core at pile One, at Winds | |
| |  World Post Day by Jack Wellman
Before you say, “World What Day?”, let me explain. Before the internet, and email, there was snail mail. In the States, it was more or less established during the short tenure of the Pony Express. It’s technically the Universal Postal | |
| |  The art of the flower by David Sparenberg
It is my view that the three greatest personage of theater are these: Sophocles, Shakespeare and Zeami Motokiyo, also referred to as Kanze Zeami. Nothing has come down to us from Sophocles on the Thespian Art. From Shakespeare we ha | |
| |  The Rohingya Refugees: Victims of Exploitation by Rohingya Human Rights
Nowadays, the Rohingya refugees are not free from exploitation in every moment of their step in countries of their first or second asylum before reaching to a meaningful solution.It is easy to catch the circumstances in most c | |
| |  How ...bizarre! by Thanos Kalamidas
Beatle's essay found 50 years on An essay written by Sir Paul McCartney as a 10-year-old has been found after lying undiscovered in Liverpool's Central Library for more than 50 years. Years before the Beatles receiv | |
| |  But ...seriously by Thanos Kalamidas
Greek national elections are here and the Greeks are expected to seriously vote against the Conservative Party and their six years of catastrophic governing in favor of the return to power of the Socialist Party. The Greek Prime minister, Kosta | |
| |  Genocide by Thanos Kalamidas
Gregoire Ndahimana, a former mayor in the city of Kivumu in Rwanda, is accused of the massacre of over 2,000 ethnic Tutsis sheltered in a church that was bulldozed to the ground, killing everybody. Naturally the ex-mayor has declared not guilty | |
| |  October choices by The Ovi Team
For this October our choices for blog of the month, site of the month and photo of the month in Ovi magazine are...* Blog of the month is: | |
| |  Caption This! October 2009 by The Ovi Team
It is simple. Look at this photo of ... Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  Inglorious Grassterds 903 by Patrick McWade
For more Inglorious Grassterds, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  An answer for the Greek election by Thanos Kalamidas
Living abroad means I only reach the latest news from Greece through friends or through the internet, and I have to admit that internet is a real luxury to somebody who has experienced life abroad for decades. To give you an example when I live | |
| |  The good Aunt Angela phenomenon by Thanos Kalamidas
The truth is Angela Merkel was never going to lose the office and the odd truth is that the looks of a good aunt really works for her! Walter Steinmeier on the other side reminds me of the Gargamel character from the Smurfs’ cartoons; alw | |
| |  When Ethiopia Invades Somalia, Minnesota Takes a Hit by Doug McGill
It sounds a bit roundabout at first, but if Minnesotans truly want to know why Minnesota became a breeding ground for young Somalis who take up arms with Somalia | |
| |  Debating Greek democracy by Thanos Kalamidas
Watching the debate between the leaders of the six main Greek parties one night and then a day after watching another debate between the two main opponents – Prime Minister K. Karamanlis and opposition leader G. Papandreou – I have | |
| |  Inglorious Grassterds 901 by Patrick McWade
For more Inglorious Grassterds, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition by The Ovi Team
“Oh the horrors of slavery! - How the thought of it pains my heart! But the truth ought to be told of it; and what my eyes have seen I think it is my duty to relate; for few people in England know what slavery is. I have been a slave - I | |
| |  ...and this is August! by The Ovi Team
For this month our choice for Blog of the Month is: | |
| |  Prisoners behind a screen? by Marko Kananen
“The burqa will not be welcome on the territory of the French republic,” declared President Nicolas Sarkozy in his speech at the Versailles Palace. According to Sarkozy, the head-to-toe Islamic garment is not a symbol of religion but a | |
| |  2nd Opinion #34/09 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion, HERE! For more Ovi | |
| |  Life Undercover #8/09 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Life Undercover, HERE! For more Ovi Cartoons, HERE! | |
| |  And that was March... by The Ovi Team
"If you look aroundThe whole world is coming together now, babyCan you feel it?"How often do you read an article that begins with lyrics from a song by The Jackson 5? Perhaps there is a good reason for | |
| |  24-hour Ovi Bookshop by The Ovi Team
"A book is cheap to print and bind. A book is as private and consensual as sex. A book takes time and effort to consume-something that gives a reader every chance to walk away. Actually, so few people make the effort to read that it | |
| |  Ovi Bad Boys Podcast #140 by The Ovi Team
Download of the Ovi Bad Boys Podcast is totally free of charge. On the podcast page you will find all of their archived shows, which is a recording of their weekly live show broadcast across the Helsinki region on Lä | |
| |  Thai appetite by Thanos Kalamidas
I know it sounds like a stupid question but what’s the first thing coming in mind when anybody says …Thailand? To most it means endless golden seaside, paradise holidays and exotic food. But do you ever wonder what it means for the peo | |
| |  Life Undercover #71 by Thanos K & Asa B
For More Life Undercover HERE! | |
| |  The day of Finnish literature by Asa Butcher
Finland has its flags up again today to honour both Aleksis Kivi Day and Finnish Literature Day, since Kivi is commonly referred to as the creator of modern Finnish literature. When it came to deciding how to approach | |
| |  50 Bucks: Bring On the Sluts by Sarah Beetson
Following shows in Melbourne and London, Sarah takes her second solo exhibition “50 Bucks: Bring On the Sluts” to Portland, Oregon. For those of you in the area it is your chance to see her collection of 500 small works rendered on | |
| |  Cypriot Report by Euro Reporter
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| |  ShowBizz #64 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more ShowBizz HERE! F | |
| |  iBite by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Danish report by Euro Reporter
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| |  "Snakes And Apples" by Jan Sand
The snake shows sinuosities,Celebrates the sinister.Signals salacious suggestions,Shrouding stated sexualitiesIn slitherings sinusoidal,A sustenance of strange satanicSuperiorities. | |
| |  And that was June 2008... by The Ovi Team
What have we learnt during the month of June? Well, Spain is the best European football team, Robert Mugabe is crazier than ever, Obama is the Democrat nominee, Bill Gates doesn't have a job, the world will get its first swirling skyscraper | |
| |  Italian report by Euro Reporter
Tuna net survivors At the end of May last year, in the Mediterranean 60 miles off Libya and 120 from Malta, the | |
| |  And that was May 2008... by The Ovi Team
Wow! What a month May turned out to be for Ovi magazine. First we published our 3,000th contribution, then we released the 'ME' theme issue and then we had to deal with Finnish copycats - if anybody ever needed | |
| |  Ovi magazine, Copycats and Nokia by The Ovi Team
First of all, we want to thank reporters, journalists and bloggers because they are the only ones who have seen what Mr. Nikula missed and hopefully the legal department of Nokia Corporation will not ignore. Mr. Niku | |
| |  Missing Alex - A Greek thriller (in Greek) by Dimitra Karantzeni
Τα νέα έκαναν το γύρω του κόσμου… O Άλ | |
| |  Photoville: Microsoft walks away from Yahoo by Thanos Kalamidas
Mr Ballmer said Microsoft had raised its original offer from $44.6bn to $47.5bn (£24.1bn) - $33 per share. But he added that Yahoo had insisted on at least $53bn, or $37 a share - more than Microsoft was prepared to pay. | |
| |  The left is scared to hell by the left by Europe & Us
Regional elections in Germany always have a national significance, since the heads of the regional governments (Länder) sit in the Bundesrat, the second German legislative chamber. This week-end, on of the smallest German Bundeslän | |
| |  Austrian report by Euro Reporter
A busy policeman and a thief A female taxi driver from Vienna was attacked by a robber with a knife. Coincidentally a policeman came along the road. “Help” | |
| |  "Credit" by Jan Sand
There is a persistent tendency In humanity | |
| |  Jari Martikainen: Vol. 2 by Jari Martikainen
Jari Martikainen (31) is a Finnish aircraft mechanic who enjoys travelling and has photography as a preferred hobby... though I don't think it should be just that for him! See for yourself. Note - photos taken with smal | |
| |  The Failure of Gambari Mission in Burma by Rohingya Human Rights
Turning a deaf ear to international outcries, Burma's military rulers are going to perpetuate military domination in running the state forever through unilaterally holding a referendum on May 10.2008 on a pro-military | |
| |  "gate gate" by Linda Lane
the storythe carp had a long standing agreement with a turtlethe turtle who holds the world on his backsaid, one day after a successful game of chancecraps, maybe, or p | |
| |  Should I stay or ... GO home! by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Slovenian report by Euro Reporter
EU membership good for Slovenia Over 72% of Slovenians or 9% more than two years ago, believe that the country's membership of the EU is good for Slovenia, according to a public | |
| |  Finnish Report by Euro Reporter
Mikael Agricola's Day, Finnish Language Day Today, 9th of April Finland celebrates the Finnish language day to honour Mikael Agricola the man who first to use written Finnish la | |
| |  "Hernia" by Alexander Mikhaylov
My mother often mentioned that I was born with some defectCalled hernia.I had no idea how serious it was.All I knew that there was something funny with my balls. One of my balls was hanging lo | |
| |  What Really Happened? by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Caption This! April 2008 by The Ovi Team
It is simple. Look at another photo of Sarkozy and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything else that captures your imagination. | |
| |  And that was March 2008... by The Ovi Team
The clocks have sprung forward robbing us of a precious hour of work, but we shall not be deterred here at Ovi. A glorious run of 31 days, an early Easter, an emerald Saint Patrick's Day and the revelation that Asa's wife is "probably | |
| |  "Charles Darwin and a pool party" by Alexander Mikhaylov
He was a nice guyFunny and loud especiallyAfter a few drinks and a couple of joints He often repeated just how much He loved EcuadorAnd Latin American music‘Man! There is not | |
| |  "Ragged Magic" by Jan Sand
Tall and thin.Tall and thin with a grin.An ironic smile, with guileTo permit an opening. Friendly enoughSo that approach might coachIn anticipation a reciprocal Appreciation. | |
| |  Roots by Amir Khatib
This installation participated in the large-scale exhibition which EU-MAN showed in two venues, the Helsinki Kaapelitehdas and the Rundetaarn of Copenhagen. The CUPORE (institution of culture research in Helsinki) bought it and now it is shown | |
| |  ShowBizz #52 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more ShowBizz HERE! | |
| |  "Something Dies" by Jan Sand
Things happen. A slow fall of dust.Suddenly, eyes don’t meet.“Sorry, time’s tight. I must –I can’t make it Saturday.” A beat.The silence stretches out. | |
| |  Nunobark #1 by Nunobark
Nunobark (27) is a Lisbon-based illustrator, artist, graphic designer... and proud father. He was the founder of several fanzines, maintains the Public Secret Blog. | |
| |  iBite by Thanos Kalamidas
Clashes between protesters and security forces in Tibet's main city of Lhasa have left at least two people dead, according to reports. Is this the China that hosts t | |
| |  Jari Martikainen by Jari Martikainen
Jari Martikainen (31) is a Finnish aircraft mechanic who enjoys travelling and has photography as a preferred hobby... though I don't think it should be just that for him! See for yourself. Note - photos taken with smal | |
| |  News flash !!! Ancient aquatic monster photographed by Linda Lane
NEWS FLASH !!! | |
| |  Desert life by an Eskimo by Lee Thorkhill
An old man, weathered by a life that he has lived quickly and without regard for the feelings of others. Gifted from birth with a silver tongue and rugged looks he has left broken hearts and promises across the world. He is quick and free with wor | |
| |  "how high" by Bohdan Yuri
how high is itto the sky above,reasonasks me why.I tell itto remain belowthat blue puffof moving smoke.insteadit keeps meawed,about the st | |
| |  Karl Popper and Thomas Kuhn's Influence on the Philosophy of Science by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
It is hard to think of two thinkers who have had a greater influence on contemporary philosophy of science. Their main insight is that it is impossible to investigate the nature of reality without operating with some | |
| |  "Hurray For Evolution" by Jan Sand
My great grand daddy was a dinosaurMy brother was a monkey.I came from what had come before.I think one was a donkey.A relative of long agoI'm sure once was a frog.With certain | |
| |  How Bizarre! by The Ovi Team
Browsing the news daily we often miss the little bits of news at the bottom of the page. They are often funny, sometimes weird, and they give us a new perspective on life, so here's the next in our new column series: How Bizarre! | |
| |  Mills & Boon: A Man's Confession by Clint Wayne
As I entered the room my gaze was transfixed by the young couple standing by the French doors looking as if they were about to disappear into the darkness of the garden. The man was tall and muscular with a bronzed tan. The expression on his | |
| |  "sadness" by Bohdan Yuri
sadness does come bylike seasons on the fly:the joyful birth of hope,nurtured buds fully grown, sharp cuts into your soul,that leave your heart cold.sadness does come b | |
| |  "Something exotic" by Alexander Mikhaylov
We flew to Madrid from Stockholm in an early morningIn Stockholm, it was cold but in Madrid it got betterWading through Spanish crowd, killing a few hoursBefore our next flight to Guayaquil, Ecuador | |
| |  "Anatomic Bombs" by Jan Sand
If I stroke a girl's behindThere's nothing new to findAs the effort gives responses uniform.I am fairly well acquaintedThat the form, as often painted,Has nothing much to vary fr | |
| |  And that was February 2008... by The Ovi Team
How many months have 29 days? Yes, all of them! However, this Leap Year the extra day in February means you lucky readers have gained an extra cover story for the month and the honour was bestowed upon Jan Sand's "Perpetual Libraries | |
| |  Death of the behemoth: An essay on smoking by Alexander Mikhaylov
Apparently, this animal has never suffered from a lack of publicity. Soviet military complexes, US military complexes, and now even ‘Phillip Morris’ corporation were all called a ‘behemoth’ at least dozen times. Speaking of | |
| |  Caption This! Mar 2008 by The Ovi Team
As a start to 2008, Ovi magazine decided to experiment with a Photo Caption game for all of our readers to participate.It is simple. Look at the scary photo of Hillary Clinton and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubbl | |
| |  Greek Reporter by Euro Reporter
Skopje just like UK! Athens and Skopje have about two weeks to respond to the latest UN proposals for resolving their dispute over what the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (Fyrom) will be called. UN mediator Matt | |
| |  Life Undercover #56 by Thanos K & Asa B
For More Life Undercover HERE! | |
| |  Austian Reporter by Euro Reporter
Only Austria, Denmark meet EU carbon deadlineOf the five EU countries issued EU Allowances (EUAs) only Austria and Denmark have successfully met a deadline to allocate their industry permits to emit carbon dioxide, the European Union | |
| |  How Bizarre! by Asa Butcher
Browsing the news daily we are always overwhelmed with politics, revolutions, accidents, wars and celebrities often missing these little bits of news at the bottom of the page. They are often funny, sometimes weird, and | |
| |  A primeira democracia moderna by Luis Alves
A Finlândia possuí dois níveis de governo democrático: o Estado e os seus 431 municípios. Este sistema equilibrado, geográfica e historicamente enraizado na sociedade, permite que as | |
| |  "no matter where I go" by Bohdan Yuri
no matter where I goI will never fall downand not get up again,until the day I die,no matter where I go,I will try again,and again,even after I die,I hopeI | |
| |  "Jonah" by Jan Sand
Having survived past the teeth And tumbled, confused, in panicDown the slimy throat beneath,I now reside in this organicHeaving place of strange smellsDivorced from stormy seas(No | |
| |  iBite by Thanos Kalamidas
"This race is very close, it's very contested," Clinton said, "I've won some, he's won some. Each of us has to get to 2025 delegates. So of course every single race is important." | |
| |  The Tupi Legend for the Origin of the Night by Alexandra Pereira
This is the original legend by the Tupi tribes of the Amazon for the Creation of the Night. The natives believe that in the beginning of everything there was a perman | |
| |  "a new soul" by Bohdan Yuri
the birth of a new soul is a wonder to behold,too bad the years aheadwill mess with its head. | |
| |  Skying Artwork in a National Museum: Salvador Dali by Linda Lane
Interesting that searching I am unable to find anything on the Web about 'Skying Artwork'. What is "to sky artwork"? It is the practice, infringing on moral copyright, of hanging or displaying artwork in such a way that it can | |
| |  YURTS: living inside a mandala by Valerie Sartor
Round and warm, creative and comfortable, yurt constructions have long rode an unusual wave of popularity by symbolizing an ancient link to the earth as well as an alternative, portable lifestyle. For many, these breast | |
| |  The Legend of Timor Loro Sae by Alexandra Pereira
This is the traditional tale about the origins of Timor Loro Sae, which in tetum means "orient land – the land of the rising sun", or "land of dawn", or just "East Timor", | |
| |  "Alpha Bets Are Off" by Jan Sand
Be wary of the dictionary.Watch out for the thesaurus.Attractions can be quite contrary.Words can be a kooky chorus.They sing of 'A's in many ways,Their 'B's are a diseas | |
| |  Austrian report by Euro Reporter
Poisoned Chocolates The mayor of the little Lower Austrian of Spitz a der Donau was poisoned with chocolates which were filled with strychnine. The politician found a box with those chocolates on his car with the message | |
| |  Triumph Over Tragedy by Jack Wellman
The classic that is Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, including the opening movement (the Allegro)…duh, duh, duh, duhhhhh…is perhaps the most universally recognized song in world - a universal and timeless classic from, | |
| |  Stop coverage of terrorist activities by Abdulhadi Hairan
All of us are aware of the importance of media in prevailing political and geographical situation and know also about the day-to-day events of terror across the world. By nature, human being | |
| |  A Voice of Reason Momentarily Silenced by Rene Wadlow
Jose Ramos-Horta, President of East Timor, was shot twice in the back by rebel soldiers in an attack on his home in Dili in the early hours of Monday, 11 February 2008. The attack was led by the fugitive rebel commander Alfredo Reinado who was ki | |
| |  Peace Nobel Prize Winner Shot in His Stomach by Alexandra Pereira
The shaky democracy of East Timor as an independent country has been hit again by a new threat this Monday, when the Peace Nobel Prize Winner and President Ramos-Horta was shot in his back, hand and stomach while returning from his early morning j | |
| |  When I had enough (in Greek) by Thanos Kalamidas
Όταν πριν από ένα χρόνο περίπου αποφάσιζ | |
| |  "who knew her" by Bohdan Yuri
there's a hooker lying deadacross the street where I live would anyone sayI knew her no it's just another hookerfrom any other street someone | |
| |  iBite by Thanos Kalamidas
Democratic hopefuls Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton remain neck and neck and are battling for every vote.For every damn penny I would say according to the rumors at least! ****************************Mike H | |
| |  Damned computers by Mike Jennett
One day Bill Gates and his partners in this miserable existence we call the computer age will be called to task. No heaven for them. They off down below, to the place of everlasting warmth – and I don’t mean Florida. | |
| |  French reporter by Euro Reporter
President Sarkozy marries singer BruniNine months after winning the presidency on a promise to reform France, Nicolas Sarkozy ushered in major change in his personal life by marrying supermodel-cum-singer Carla Bruni. Dubbed t | |
| |  "Animystic Paranoia" by Jan Sand
The bird of nightDevours sunsets, Regurgitates the Sun at dawnTo feed the skyWith bloody light.Then is gone.The serpent seaRoils its scales,Spits flying fis | |
| |  The Cycle of Time: The Chinese New Year by Rene Wadlow
Talk of the Year ahead and the devil laughs”- Chinese proverb This 7 February marks the start of the New Year in China. The start of a New Year is a re | |
| |  Me, a name I call myself... by Asa Butcher
When you think of me, what comes to mind? Perhaps I should rephrase the question… what comes to mind when you think of 'me'? Is that any clearer? Let's begin again! Ovi magazin | |
| |  Charles Sanders Peirce and the Presuppositions of Science by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
One of the great influences on American philosophy was Charles Sanders Peirce’s pragmaticism. His interest in philosophy began as a hobby but has had wide international repercussion. Pierce’s intellectual | |
| |  "virgin spring" by Bohdan Yuri
a virgin spring from mountain wellslides its soul upon this land.beginning as one in search for more,a current flows, connects a blend: gather thoughts from long ago,each young cyc | |
| |  And that was January 2008... by The Ovi Team
So the first month of 2008 has been chalked off leaving us with eleven more before it all begins over, but there is one positive outcome of this: another Ovi monthly covers issue. Welcome to the first of the New Year an | |
| |  Caption This! Feb 2008 by The Ovi Team
As a start to 2008, Ovi magazine decided to experiment with a Photo Caption game for all of our readers to participate.It is simple. Look at the photo of Sarkozy and write a caption/speech bubble/thought bubble or anything | |
| |  Long live the new archbishop! (in Greek) by Thanos Kalamidas
Ο θάνατος του Αρχιεπισκόπου Αθηνών Χριστ | |
| |  The Overcoat Business by Jan Sand
There is an old story about two guys living on the edge of poverty. Whenever one was in deep financial problems he sold his overcoat to the other, thus tiding himself over a very bad spot. There was only one overcoat and it went through time being | |
| |  The Peace Train by Jack Wellman
On January 30th, 1948, India and the British Empire would be forever changed. That day in New Delhi, India, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, the spiritual and political leader of the Indian independence movement, was assassinated by a Hindu fanatic. Th | |
| |  Malta Report by Euro Reporter
Malta slowly closing employment gender gap Malta continued to close its employment gender gap over the past five years, according to a new report issued by the European Commissi | |
| |  Kicking a Dead Horse by Jan Sand
There is a very old story of a canny farmer whose life style was to wring every last cent out of all of his operations. He cut down on his own food and maintenance to the bare bone and, for a while, made extreme experiments on his horse to cut dow | |
| |  "there's a hole in my brain" by Bohdan Yuri
there's a hole in my brainwhat it's doing thereI don't know. nothing, I suppose, it just stays in its own spacenot bothering meat all,I don't thin | |
| |  iBite by Thanos Kalamidas
Egyptian security forces have pulled back from the border with Gaza after an apparent failure to reseal it. Palestinians seemed to be still crossing freely in and out of Egypt for a third consecutive day, to stock up on supplies in defiance of a block | |
| |  German report by Euro Reporter
Climate-protection packageThe EU Commission has unveiled a new climate-protection package. It contains tougher rules for emissions-trading, target goals for greenhouse-gas reduction, and directives for the expansion of renewab | |
| |  A Healthy Argument by Asa Butcher
There is a sage piece of advice often handed out to newly-weds: Don't go to sleep on an argument. I totally agree, especially since it is far comfier to go to sleep on a bed. Seriously, according to recent research, it now appears that the adv | |
| |  "Strip poker" by Alexander Mikhaylov
I was fifteen years old at that timeStudying at trade school, skipping it often whenTwo of my buddies came over to my placeIt was a quiet afternoon, one of those I normally choose to stay at home | |
| |  Paz, Pao, Saude, Educacao by Luis Alves
O início de 2008 tem sido marcado pelo encerramento de vários serviços de saúde por todo o país, gerando protestos das populações contra estas medidas governamentais. Num pa | |
| |  Pakistan is an interesting country! by Abdulhadi Hairan
Here the Hamoodur Rahman Commission clearly named the people who had a role in East Pakistan [that broke the country int | |
| |  Dutch Report by Euro Reporter
Police strike and footballPolice strikes in support of a pay claim broaden into national industrial action last Wednesday, with police stations throughout the country closed for up to four hours. Despite the strike, the footba | |
| |  Sucking Spaghetti by Jan Sand
Recently, somewhere on the net, there has been a hectic discussion of the physical impossibility of anyone sucking spaghetti. It is easily accepted that sucking liquid through a straw is explained by the atmosphere pushing on the surface of the | |
| |  Poker, virtual reality and international stock markets by Thanos Kalamidas
I have never been a gambler myself and, as it may have been obvious from former articles, when it comes to playing I'd rather have a good game of chess, Scrabble or even rummy, than poker, for example. However, it seems that over the last few | |
| |  Protection of Rohingya Undocumented Refugees in Bangladesh by Rohingya Human Rights
The Rohingya refugee problem in Bangladesh is a decades-long pending issue. According to the official record, there are some 26,000 Rohingya refugees in two official camps in Cox's Bazar, a southern district of Bangladesh bordering Burma. The | |
| |  King Kev by Clint Wayne
Stunned isn’t the word, it's not even sensational, it's far beyond that. The news that Kevin Keegan was returning to Newcastle United marking the homecoming of a hero that many are calling the second coming of the Messiah has shocked | |
| |  "the most evil man in town" by Bohdan Yuri
you are the most evil man in town,your house is just down the street.you once told us it was hard to remarry,ever since your wife drowned accidentally,in swan pond, over twenty years ago; | |
| |  Calling Military Veterans by The Ovi Team
Hello. My name is Kyle Nappi. I am 17-years-old and I live in Ostrander, Ohio (USA). I am a junior at Buckeye Valley High School in Delaware, Ohio. I was wondering if you could do me a favor. I have a big interest in history, | |
| |  Martin Luther King, Jr.: Nonviolence with people we do not know by Rene Wadlow
Nonviolence is a powerful and just weapon. It is a weapon unique in history, which cuts without wounding and ennobles the one who wields it. It is a sword that heals. Both a pract | |
| |  The Truth of Scientific Knowledge Grounded in Faith by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
“The act of faith consists essentially in knowledge and there we find its formal and specific perfection.”- --Thomas Aquinas | |
| |  Reporters in crisis (in Greek) by Thanos Kalamidas
Δημοσιογραφία σε κατάσταση υστερίας. | |
| |  African Cup of Nations by Asa Butcher
Africa, the world's second-largest and second most-populous continent, is usually in the news for tragedies, famines and having 33 of its 61 territories listed among the 50 poorest in the world, including the top (bottom) position due to Sierr | |
| |  World Peace Model # 1: Oughtopian peace model by Akli Hadid
"Oughtopia" is a term coined by Korean philosopher Choue Young Seek. It is a philosophy that leads to a society that ought to be realized, a society that is spiritually beautiful, materially affluent and humanly rewarding. | |
| |  Protection of Human Rights at International Organizations: Fiction? by Frantisek Brychta
IntroductionIn October 2007 my article “Protection of Human Rights at International Organizations – only a Fiction?” was published in the OVI magazine. Mentioned article dealt with the difficulties connected | |
| |  2nd Opinion #41 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion HERE! | |
| |  Facing In and Facing Out by Jan Sand
A good many animals have tails and I consider it a personal tragedy that I am missing one. A well-articulated prehensile tail could be a very useful addition to my physiology. While I'm typing at my word processor I would very much appreciate | |
| |  Afzal and Advani by Tahir Khan
Over the last few years, a big debate has been ongoing in the Indian media concerning whether Afzal guru should be given the death sentence. The issue is that Indian intelligence have failed to bring any solid proof which shows Afzal Guru was invo | |
| |  How honest are you? by Clint Wayne
According to a recent survey carried out by the popular drinks brand WKD, men admitted to telling an average of five fibs a day, whereas women only admitted to telling an impressive three fibs a day. But is that the truth?Vote | |
| |  Father Bill Gates by Thanos Kalamidas
The European Commission announced two more anti-competition investigations against Microsoft while there are already a couple against the same company going on and some millions the company pays for penalties month a | |
| |  "Economize!" by Alexander Mikhaylov
It’s the end of August and we are Low on moneyLike the last summerAnd the summer before that It never ends…It’s always like thisIt will be always like thisN | |
| |  Bulgarian reporter by Euro Reporter
12.5% Inflation in DecemberBulgaria's year-on-year inflation stood at 12.5% at the end of December, a record-high figure for the last seven years, the country's statistics board NSI announced last week. The consumer pr | |
| |  One more year to go by Thanos Kalamidas
Reading reports, mails and news bulletins for George W. Bush’s visit in the Middle East the only thing coming to your mind is that this is going to be a very hard year; the man decided to leave a legacy of mistakes and wrong policies and who | |
| |  Polish reporter by Euro Reporter
Turning the tram system into personal computer gameA Polish teenager allegedly turned the tram system in the city of Lodz into his own personal train set, triggering chaos and derailing four vehicles in the process. Twelve peo | |
| |  Albert Schweitzer's Reverence for Life by Jack Wellman
On a cold, blustery winter day on January 14, 1875, Albert Schweitzer was born in Upper-Alsace, Germany (which is now in France). An extraordinary theologian, philosopher, and musician. He would later win the Nobel Priz | |
| |  Vico's Conception of Mytho-Poetic Wisdom by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Abstract: Vico insists throughout his opus that in order for Man to understand himself and avoid the danger of scientific objectification, he needs to attempt a re-creation of the origins of human | |
| |  Greek report by Euro Reporter
A DilemmaGreece’s leading transport experts are divided over whether politicians should risk unpopularity and introduce congestion charges in cities that suffer traffic problems. A professor has said that any “poli | |
| |  Half a century of covers by Asa Butcher
Here at Ovi we love numbers, especially landmarks, and today we have another perfect opportunity to showcase material from our archive. Today marks the 500th cover made by the Ovi Team and there was no chance we would miss this chance to take you | |
| |  New world disorder # 1: Global Injustice by Akli Hadid
For similar crimes, here’s how people don’t get different punishments:-A guy lies about his religion or ethnicity to avoid racial prejudice from other people. He gets caught and his friends think it’s so lame | |
| |  Go Figure by Jan Sand
Like the average guy I shop for various items in a store and try to keep the prices in my head so that when I approach the cash register I have a vague idea about how badly I am about to be hit. But living in the real world is like being under bo | |
| |  "not I" by Bohdan Yuri
it's hard to be alivewhen everythingaround you has alreadydied but who willtell them allthat they arealready dead not I that is | |
| |  Finlandia: MunicaÂpios e Descentralizcao by Luis Alves
A crise económica portuguesa teve início no ano de 2002. Apesar da ténue recuperação ocorrida a partir de 2004, o crescimento da economia portuguesa tem-se mantido por valores insuficient | |
| |  'Empty is Full' Exhibition by The Ovi Team
Hello all,The group show I'm involved | |
| |  Suicide justice (Greek) by Thanos Kalamidas
Πριν τα Χριστούγεννα έγραψα ένα άρθρο με | |
| |  German Report by Euro Reporter
Parent benefit is going to ... cost moreAccording to the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, the budget's vote for parent benefits was too low, so the Minister asked for another 110 million plus 30 million euro for educat | |
| |  A letter to the President of the Cypriot Parliament (Greek) by Mihalis Mihail
Κύριε Χριστόφια, Είμαι ένας Κύ | |
| |  John Searle on the Human Mind and the Nature of Intelligence by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Modern rationalists whose paradigm of reality is Descartes’ philosophy and its idea that we are nothing but so much matter extended into space and complicated biological machines are fond of pointing out that o | |
| |  Cheaters by Akli Hadid
What would sports look like without doping? Who are the great champions who were accused of doping? Here’s a list of great champions who allegedly doped, and, some believe, who would never have been great champions without doping. | |
| |  "just ask anyone" by Bohdan Yuri
on the main street cornerwhere mean deals are playeda nickel, a dime, buys it all, any soul can play the game. pass the paper bag forty,a swig to take control, easingthe shak | |
| |  Cyprus report by Euro Reporter
Cyprus' President Statements Cypriot President Tassos Papadopoulos has stated that all the prospects for Cyprus for the year 2008 are very positive and “we enter the New Year with high expectations for the continued | |
| |  The Punch and Judy Show by Jan Sand
There is no question that all cultures delight in theater. The suspension of disbelief that is the essence of any thespian attempt is something utilized, not only in direct theatrical production but also in all aspects of life. It is basically | |
| |  iBite by Thanos Kalamidas
Georgian President Mikhail Saakashvili has a commanding lead in the country's snap election but it is unclear whether he has avoided a presidential run-off, the opposition said there was serious violations and called | |
| |  Spud-you-don't-like by Asa Butcher
"You don't like potato! Who doesn't like potatoes? Go on, try one… just one! It won't hurt you… give it a nibble… okay, why don't you try it with some baked beans? What! You don't like baked beans either? | |
| |  Finnish reporter by Euro Reporter
Finland on Nordic Defense TeamworkPrime Minister Matti Vanhanen suggested in his blog joint civil crisis management exercises with Sweden and that an exercise like that could be held next autumn in full agreement with the Fore | |
| |  Aung San Suu Kyi independence by Thanos Kalamidas
This year and apparently today, Burma, also known as Myanmar, celebrates 60 years of independence from the British. The nearby India celebrated its 60th year last year with magnificent celebrations that lasted for days and you would expect Burma t | |
| |  "Dirty old man" by Alexander Mikhaylov
He was a man in his early fiftieth, small and sad looking With runny eyes and face that seemed to be Pushed to one side, the skin the color of a peeled potato Brown hands, pantsAlways sliding | |
| |  And that was December... by The Ovi Team
"So this is Xmas, And what have you done, Another year over, And a new one just begun…" sang John Lennon in his 1971 hit "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)", so what have you done? There are 88 | |
| |  A wish for 2008 by Thanos Kalamidas
When writing an article of the most important events for the year 2007, I think I wrote is what I wish and want most for the year 2008. You see, I have lost all my hopes for peace on earth soon, I don’t think anymore for the end of criminali | |
| |  Thundersnow by Jack Wellman
Old Man Winter comes again to our small plains town. Predictions of another bout with winter are posted with the weather service’s Heavy Snow Warning. It is a prophecy being fulfilled before my eyes. This storm cares not that thousands are s | |
| |  Caption This! Jan 2008 by The Ovi Team
Happy New Year!As a start to 2008, Ovi magazine have decided to experiment with a new Photo Caption game for all of our readers to participate.It is simple. Look at the photo and write a caption/speech bubble/th | |
| |  Ovi's Person of the Year 2007: Alan Johnston by Asa Butcher
When we asked you to nominate your candidate for Ovi's Person of the Year 2007 we didn't expect to receive such a positive response. Thanks to each of you who took the time to contact us and offer us your choice | |
| |  2007, as tears go by by Thanos Kalamidas
The year 2007 has been extremely strange for me, Ovi magazine turned daily and that meant following all the news all the time just to be contemporary with international events. Of course that also had its dark side; | |
| |  A peak at MMVIII by Asa Butcher
Using my mystical crystal ball I can provide you with a sneaky peak at what lays in store for us in 2008. Don't worry! I don't possess supernatural abilities, just extraordinary research skills that can dazzle those easily impressed. | |
| |  The Cultural Janus-face of the European Union by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Abstract: What is urgently needed in the debate on the future of Europe is the substitution of old Machiavellian paradigms based on "real politick" considerations with new imaginative on | |
| |  Myths surrounding money by Akli Hadid
Money is also a state of mind. To some, being rich and famous does not buy happiness. But to many, it is the only life they ever dreamt of. I haven’t counted the number of times I got cut off for mentioning money related | |
| |  Repeating history with innocent Kurds by Thanos Kalamidas
There is something going on at the north borders of Iraq that seems like nobody gives the necessary weight. The victims at the moment are between the innocent and they count only to tens and the refugees to just a few hundred but the situation is | |
| |  Universal human rights in a cultural diversity context by Akli Hadid
Social life is governed by principles and doctrines that differ in every society. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, though in my opinion the greatest document ever to be printed, sometimes might contradict people’s traditions. | |
| |  "I'm wired" by Bohdan Yuri
I'm wiredI can't break out ofthis creation,there is no escapefrom this crude matrix, I'm tryingbut I can'tseem tostep beyond | |
| |  iBite by Thanos Kalamidas
At "Meet Mike Huckabee" event Friday morning in Pella, Iowa, the former Arkansas governor and surprising leader in Iowa clarified comments he made Thursday night suggesting that, in the wake of Benazir Bhutto | |
| |  Who killed Benazir Bhutto? by Thanos Kalamidas
It is like there is a huge drama scene covering Pakistan and everybody has become a pawn in the hands of an invisible power. Benazir Bhutto is dead, assassinated in a suicide attack. Sixteen more Pakistanis are dead from the attack and several oth | |
| |  "Twin Falls" by Alexander Mikhaylov
ArrivalWe flew over to Twin Falls, Idaho on the Flag Day -An immigration worker who picked us up at the airport Seemed genuinely surprised whenWe mentioned the Flag Day to him‘The | |
| |  Las mujeres saharauis by Luis Portillo, Ph. D.
Suelma Beiruk, responsable de relaciones internacionales de la República Democrática del Sahara, ha visitado el Estado español para recordarnos la deuda pendiente que tenemos con su país. Esta bellísima mujer que luce un v | |
| |  What's Euro Reporter? by Euro Reporter
Let's begin with numbers. 27 member states, 23 official languages, covers an area of 4,324,782 km², has a population of over 495 million people, has 15 currencies, it generates an estimated 31% share of the world's nominal GDP and | |
| |  Finnish Reporter by Euro Reporter
The Finnish state railways, VR sold tickets for …non-existent passengersFinnish State Railways-VR was forced to transport some passengers by bus on Boxing Day after accidentally selling tickets | |
| |  British Reporter by Euro Reporter
Police data details found at dump A senior police officer has apologized after confidential details of staff were found on a dump in Devon. T | |
| |  Spanish Reporter by Euro Reporter
Surgeons in Dénia operate on the wrong knee, and then lose the patients notes The error happened at the Marina Al | |
| |  French Reporter by Euro Reporter
Sarkozy criticized on use of jet President Nicolas Sarkozy's use of a jet owned by billionaire entrepreneur Vincent Bollore to fly to Egypt on holiday raises questions of proprie | |
| |  Polish Reporter by Euro Reporter
Serving in Afghanistan Polish troops serving as part of the NATO peacekeeping force in Afghanistan won't get new armored personnel carriers as scheduled. The Polish Dziennik daily | |
| |  Ludicrous Laws by Jack Wellman
I have heard of some strange laws and how many are still on the books or in effect. These various laws reflect a mental philosophy about the cultures and times in which they lived. These are the very reasons they were enacted. Some are obviously o | |
| |  "our precious soul" by Bohdan Yuri
spread your wings and feel your soulas you soar above the countryside.is it what you had expected?have they cherished the gallant pastthat fought with blood to set you free?have they nur | |
| |  Art In Politics - W.H. Auden: Poet of the Age of Anxiety by Rene Wadlow
Wystan Hugh Auden, whose birth 100 years ago in 1907, is marked this year by two separate groups of poetry readers. Each group celebrates half of his poetic life and rather tries to forget about the other half, seeing one | |
| |  Art in Politics - Symbiotic or parasitic? by Thanos Kalamidas
When you were young, before getting on this cynical carousel we are all in, I’m sure there were moments you imagined that there are no countries, nothing to kill or die for and that all the people live in peace. I have and sometimes I sti | |
| |  Art in Politics Editorial by The Ovi Team
I think a theme like 'art and politics' is one of the most suitable for the thematic Ovi magazine and there are so many angles I’m sure we will not even reach a fraction of them. But, after all, this has never been the role of Ovi | |
| |  Ovi's hat-trick by Asa Butcher
Where were you on December 20th 2004? What were you doing? Who were you with? Should you have been with that person? Do you still keep in contact with them? Is it any of my business? I can answer each of those questions | |
| |  A wonderful three years by Thanos Kalamidas
I find it hard to believe that three years of Ovi magazine are behind us, three for you all, four for us with all the planning and the preparation. Ovi magazine was born and grew up in the era off blogs and personal journals and this is the reason | |
| |  An Ovi Christmas Card by The Ovi Team
Ovi magazine takes a deep breath and wishes everybody one of the following: Boas Festas! Buon Natale! Buorit Juovllat! Chestita Koleda! Craciun fericit si un An Nou fericit! Feliz Navidad! Fröhliche Weihnachten! Glædel | |
| |  Is there a way we can become immortals? by Akli Hadid
I remember a case when an old man put his dead wife in a freezer instead of burying her. He thought science would one day be able to resuscitate her. That sparked a debate concerning whether or not we could one day become immortals. | |
| |  Recognize the contribution of immigration by Thanos Kalamidas
Would anybody ever imagine that England, with its language that has spread all over the world and with countries all around the globe that have English as the official language, that the day would come when there will be traffic or municipality si | |
| |  "I am..." by Bohdan Yuri
hi guyI have you in my gun sight why why notI am what I amI was bornI was madeI am a part of what there is I aim because | |
| |  Gaia on the Move by Jan Sand
The forty year old theory of Gaia seems to be exhibiting some visible repercussions. The slow but steady rise of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is something humanity is guiltily accepting as its responsibility desp | |
| |  The Season of Giving by Jack Wellman
For the world in general, the Christmas season or Holiday season, is the most giving time of the year. For corporations, it is no doubt the same thing. Tax write offs, as a way of reducing a company’s tax, is more | |
| |  Vico on the Nexus between Language and Time: another View by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
The study of language is the starting point of Vico’s historicism. For Vico, language is humanity’s primordial historicization. In fact, Vico’s professed academic discipline was neither history nor philos | |
| |  I Spy I by Asa Butcher
Idiots, complete idiots, that's the focus today. I spy idiots. No, I don't mean Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel The Idiot, I mean the word derived from the Greek ἰδιώ | |
| |  Some immigrants dislike immigration by Akli Hadid
Putting the blame on immigrants has the consequence of seeing more and more immigrants oppose immigration. If they can’t beat people with hate speeches towards immigration, they’ll join them.In France, the ultimate | |
| |  Line-dancing between the Seasons of the Fabrics by Thanos Kalamidas
There are some nights, just like this nightwhen the hopes are like threads that fly,I think that I can see all my thoughts and all the painsa glance in the dark sky, white snowflakes | |
| |  Ideas Worth Spreading by Linda Lane
I am sure there are other ways to transmit this information to you, but here goes.As long as I have been in the UW Master of Science in Information Management program I have been thinking about Information Architecture as an a | |
| |  "freedom" by Bohdan Yuri
they sacrificed for it, they died for it,but..., when we have it we never knowwhat to do with it. except,find new waysto destroy itand blame another | |
| |  Let the Peace Wave Grow by Alexandra Pereira
I was just 2 1/2 months old when a shameful (for humanity) event of the 20th century happened: John Ono Lennon was killed outside the Dakota Building by the fool Mark David Chapman, in New York City. This act of evilness, | |
| |  2007's Event & Person of the Year? by Asa Butcher
Last year Ovi Magazine chose 'children' as their People of the Year and we felt that it was the right decision. As we now approach the end of | |
| |  A Frozen Mackerel - Ninja by Steve Cartwright
It's well known that an artist becomes more popular by dying, so I'm pummelling my head with a frozen mackerel. Take a gander at my online gallery... and please hurry with your response - this mackerel's killin' me! | |
| |  Vain muutaman sentin tahden by Maippi Tapanainen
Suomen Keskusta on toimintansa aikana jatkanut edeltäjänsä Maalaisliiton valitsemalla tiellä. Se on muistanut kertoa talonpojan kurjuudesta silloinkin, kun siihen ei ole ollut aihetta. Viime aikoina keskustelu Suomen 141 maatal | |
| |  Coffee and Cigarettes in Helsinki #1: Kappeli by Juliette Roques
Author’s introductionHow do you engage with a culture when you don’t speak the language? In Coffee and Cigarettes in Helsinki, the author describes different people as they try to make sense | |
| |  Annapolis: Start of a Middle East Helsinki Process? by Rene Wadlow
There was a high level of scepticism — not to say cynicism — concerning the outcome of the 27 November conference on Israel-Palestine in Annapolis. All the chief actors in this drama had different motivations and different interests | |
| |  "a cagey system" by Bohdan Yuri
she walks so finein her good old time,there isn't a single favorthat she can't deliverto any eager playerin her cagey favor system. place a dime on any old line, | |
| |  New Paradigms of the Idea of Europe by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Ivan Illich, a great advocate for intercultural communication, gifted us with a great insight. It is found in his book Tools for Conviviality. | |
| |  And that was November... by The Ovi Team
In Finnish, November is called marraskuu, meaning "month of the dead", which certainly held no irony for Norman Mailer, Maurice Béjart and Ian Smith as they each had a intimate meeting with th | |
| |  Militancy: 1200 schools closed in Swat by Abdulhadi Hairan
According to a report published on BBC’s Urdu website, the ongoing fighting between the militants and Pakistani security forces | |
| |  Remember AIDS by Thanos Kalamidas
The word 'AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome)' appeared in our vocabulary sometime in early eighties and since then it has killed over 30 million people. AIDS, despite its controversy in the beginning, doesn’t recognize sex, e | |
| |  A Gladiatorial English Director by Asa Butcher
Ridley Scott, arguably one of the best English directors plying his trade in Hollywood at present, notches up his 70th birthday today and to honour him upon this special day I present a review of the sword and sandal | |
| |  Give Annapolis a Chance by Yacov I. Claude
Whatever promising speeches and wishful exchanges will have been put forth in Annapolis, if confidence is to be gradually rebuilt between the conflicting sides, unconditional measures must urgently be taken: | |
| |  Elections Americaines: Dr. Rudy Et Mr. Giuliani by Europe & Us
Il est des images fortes, qui ponctuent les époques et confèrent à des événements une dimension historique, inébranlable, gravée dans les mémoires collectives. Il est des catastrophes, qui placent sur le dev | |
| |  I Do Like to be Beside the Seaside by Asa Butcher
Bognor Regis was once briefly called home by William Blake and it is still my own home town. Following my recent trip back there, I returned to the beach with my camera... | |
| |  The Nexus between History and the Self by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
In viewing humanity in its historicity as the primary subject of philosophy, Vico had in mind something very similar to what after Heidegger we describe as “humanity’s being in the world.” Vico, like Heid | |
| |  "wash the soot from my soul" by Bohdan Yuri
wash the soot from my soul,I've burned too manyalong the road.there isn't a war conspiredthat will douse the firesof man's most hateful desires. but I | |
| |  Patterns by Jan Sand
There are all sorts. One dimensional, two dimensional, three dimensional, four dimensional, five dimensional and so on up. The word "dimension" means to measure and it is not only extensions in space and time that can be measured. | |
| |  Elimination of Violence against Women by Jack Wellman
Violence and abuse affect all kinds of people every day. It doesn't matter what race or culture you come from, how much money you have, how old you are, or if you have a disability. Violence does not discriminate. However, women are victims | |
| |  A uniformed crime by Thanos Kalamidas
Drew Paterson’s case seems that it came to remind us how much and how many women suffer nowadays and furthermore it came to remind us of the special problems people in uniform are dealing with. Please, I don’t want to be misunderstood, | |
| |  2nd Opinion #36 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion HERE! For | |
| |  iBite by Thanos Kalamidas
In a decision that could affect gun control laws across the nation, the Supreme Court has agreed to consider whether the Second Amendment protects an individual's right to carry a gun.Wishful thoughts! | |
| |  Europeans from Venus, Americans from beyond the Stars? by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Abstract: The causes of the crisis of legitimacy afflicting the transatlantic alliance cannot be discerned by simply focusing on Machiavellian secul | |
| |  British report by Euro Reporter
Brown hits back on forces fundingPrime Minister Gordon Brown has rejected criticism from five former military chiefs about the treatment of and funding for the armed forces. He said he had "nothing but praise" for th | |
| |  You cannot fake quality by Asa Butcher
"You cannot fake quality,” were the words of one Croatian journalist as he summed up England’s pitiful performance against his country and their resulting failure to qualify for the Euro 2008 Championships. It isn’t the firs | |
| |  Spanish report by Euro Reporter
Alicante murder suspect made TV plea for his ex to take him backHe appeared on a popular talk show broadcast just days before his ex girlfriend was fatally stabbed. It’s been revealed that the man in custody for the murd | |
| |  ShowBizz #48 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more ShowBizz HERE! | |
| |  Africa's psychopath by Thanos Kalamidas
The man is definitely a joke and even though there are a few jokes going around in the international political scene at the moment; here I’m talking about the worst of them, Zimbabwe’s Mugabe! In most countries and in most societie | |
| |  Finland: Living Green by Jack Wellman
I would like to congratulate the nation of Finland. This nation leads the world in living green. That is, they lead the way toward people and earth-friendly environmental practices. This is no small accomplishment. This highly democratic nation ra | |
| |  The Swiss and the Iranian nuclear plans by Thanos Kalamidas
I have the idea that the Security Council and the EU suggested something to Iran under the threat of more sanctions for its nuclear program, Iran and the puppet president, in the beginning, refuse and when the second wave of sanctions is visual th | |
| |  Religion and the Secular State by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Abstract: Far from being a mere vestige of the past, religion continues to be, even in a post-modern world, an essential component of a culturally vibrant society. Moreover, the latest world-wide social research shows that religion and democrac | |
| |  Ki-moon, you failed by Thanos Kalamidas
For nearly a year I have been writing and screaming that when the UN finally arrives in Darfur it will be just too late. Unfortunately a top UN official, using the old 'lack of logistics' excuse, announced that the joint UN-African Union p | |
| |  "the girls of summer" by Bohdan Yuri
the girls of summer,they flow in from the springand set their sultry sails on waves of summer dresses. sunlit silhouetteson carousels in flight,how sweet the air can breathe | |
| |  A memory from the Polytechnic in Athens by Thanos Kalamidas
Η πορεία του 1980 για το Πολυτεχνείο, ήταν η τε | |
| |  Another U.S. close ally imposes emergency by Abdulhadi Hairan
The world yet had to see another emergency which was imposed by Georgian president Mikhail Saakashvili, a close U.S. ally, only three days after another close ally Gen. Pervez Musharraf.Demonstrations, Private TV channels and | |
| |  2nd Opinion #35 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion HERE! For more Cartoons | |
| |  Circling the drain? by Asa Butcher
On Thursday one of our readers felt the need to pose the question: Is Ovi's quality circling the drain or is it just me? Well, it was certainly a question that caught my eye and has prompted this response.As co-editor of O | |
| |  Polish reporter by Euro Reporter
Polish parties agreed in a coalition government The leaderships of Poland's liberal Civic Platform headed by incoming Prime Minister Donald Tusk and the centrist Peasants Party form | |
| |  Andreas, we lost by Thanos Kalamidas
Ανδρέα ...χάσαμε! Με έκπληξη και χωρ | |
| |  Back to the Future: Musings on Time and Utopia 3/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
We may ask: why does our historicity take the form of trying to repress the future by controlling it? Because to wholeheartedly embrace what is right-here-and now-in front of us as an unknown | |
| |  Cycling 500km for charity: Pt 2 by Asa Butcher
Here is a personal message from Lizzie Woodall and, don't forget, just because she reached her total doesn't mean you still can't donate a few pennies.* * * * * * * * *Hi! | |
| |  World Diabetes Day by Thanos Kalamidas
According to the World Health Organization, in 2006 at least 171 million people were diagnosed as suffering from diabetes. Diabetes in one of the top five most significant diseases and, in combination with the other | |
| |  The astrology scam by Akli Hadid
About one in three Americans believe in astrology. Yet there has been unpublicized proof that astrology is a scam. Indeed, astrologers themselves might not believe in astrology.Astrology might be the most rational and scientif | |
| |  Back to the Future: Musings on Time and Utopia 2/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Let us therefore test Thoreau’s experience of the “auroral hour” with the Derridarian critique. This is not easy because Thoreau does not describe it literally but simply ev | |
| |  Please ...shut up! by Thanos Kalamidas
In the end it took a …king to say exactly what I have wanted to say for long a long time now. Let me make this a bit clearer: an Iberia-American summit took place last week in Santiago, Chile, and the often-interrupting Venezuelan leader Hug | |
| |  Back to the Future: Musings on Time and Utopia 1/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Abstract: While Jacques Derrida teaches that deconstruction is immanent within time, Henry David Thoreau believed that the genius that is the chil | |
| |  iBite by Asa Butcher
The Malaysian carmaker Proton has announced plans to develop an "Islamic car", designed for Muslim motorists. The car could boast special features like a compass pointing to Mecca and a dedicated space to keep | |
| |  Luxembourg reporter by Euro Reporter
Armed Robbers sentenced The Luxembourg courts handed out prison sentences to two defendants who were found guilty of being involved in the May 2000 and July 2001 arme | |
| |  Nothing surprises me any more by Alexander Mikhaylov
Late, or not so late reflections on the November 7th shooting...It has been said and written on countless occasions that 'Nothing can surprise me any more'. Personally, I cannot agree with that. Cynical as I am, I feel perplexe | |
| |  Go Ratchet! by Asa Butcher
Cast your mind back to Ovi's fifteenth theme issue, yes the one published in June 2006, now do you recall a book review entitled "Cool as f***"? I know some of you do because it inspired a number to rus | |
| |  Machiavelli and the Republic by Jack Wellman
The Merchants The landscape was totally devastated. Dead, blotted human corpses littered the field and valley. It seemed the whole of Europe and Ital | |
| |  "movin' on" by Bohdan Yuri
A broken heart is in the playWhen lovers fallInto a deadly game.We're crying For a different cause,Right or wrongIt's just the same. Tears at night | |
| |  "Nehanda would frown" by Cosmas Mairosi
If Nehanda could one day walk down First StreetAnd watch our sisters like crazed animals snarl for beerAnd hear their untamed laughterIf she could watch our womenShamelessly trade their body w | |
| |  2nd Opinion #34 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion HERE! For more Cartoons | |
| |  Ethnocentrism: A cause of war? by Akli Hadid
It is natural that people believe that the way they think and act, or their culture is the most appropriate. Some people reject other cultures. Others reject other point of views within their own culture, and see any evasi | |
| |  Why Militants Attack Schools by Abdulhadi Hairan
According to media reports, the pro-Taliban militants active in the Swat valley of Pakistan have targeted girls' schools which resulted the closing of many schools and colleges. They regularly write threatening letters to schools and colleges | |
| |  A Revolutionary New View of History and Humanity: 3/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Sadly, the me-generation of the seventies and eighties and beyond, so concerned with its “life-style,” has yet to discover that Christianity is psychologically much more sophisticated in its insistence that parad | |
| |  Female hookers wanted by Helsinki Rugby Club
LADIES' TAG TOURNAMENT IN HELSINKI ON NOV 10thThis autumn's tag tournament will take place on Saturday Nov 10th in Töölö, Helsinki, on the Finnair Stadium's Astroturf at 11:30 – 15:30. The g | |
| |  To be born a Finn by Thanos Kalamidas
Today the flags all around Finland are at half-mast and the mood of the people even lower, and somehow I feel so angry with myself. It's only a couple of weeks ago when I wrote an article where I often emphasized that something has changed lat | |
| |  End of innocence by Asa Butcher
Numb, simply numb, is the only word I can use to sum up the reaction of the citizens of Finland yesterday when they became the latest member of a growing list of countries who have undergone high school shootings. A layer of innocence was cruelly | |
| |  Squire of Knotty Ash by Clint Wayne
We’re all born with a ‘chuckle muscle’ and if you laugh and exercise it everyday it will keep you young and frisky all of your life, but if you don’t it will dry up and drop off. Who says so?The undisp | |
| |  Libia: accordo con l'Ue, silenzio sui crimini by Newropeans-Magazine
ROMA, 18 settembre 2007 - "Abbiamo ottenuto oggi il mandato per andare avanti sulla fornitura di materiale alla Libia per un sistema di sorveglianza elettronica delle sue frontiere sud": lo ha detto oggi il ministr | |
| |  A Revolutionary New View of History and Humanity: 2/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
For Anselm, the cosmos that God conceived and made (one and the same operation for God) was the object of truth. In other words, the truth consists of knowing the logos content of the world. Its content are not fact | |
| |  Killing with Kindness by Jan Sand
There is currently a debate in the US Supreme Court on the best way to kill people condemned to death. There are those that propose that death sentences are, by their very nature, cruel and there is no way to mitigate the ultimate goal. Legal syst | |
| |  Ovi Cookbook: Carrot Cake by Asa Butcher
Over the past few months I have been making a particular carrot cake for friends and families that has become a runaway success. I have to admit that the recipe is not mine, but taken from a Finnish recipe shared by another friend. | |
| |  ShowBizz #46 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more ShowBizz HERE! For more Cartoons HERE! | |
| |  A Revolutionary New View of History and Humanity: 1/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Vico’s New Science (1725) is a watershed to modern historicism. He was however too far ahead of his contemporaries to have any direct impact on them. They had already embarked on a Cartesian paradigm of real | |
| |  PR lessons for the uninitiated by Sofia Gkiousou
It seems that the knives are out in the PR industry and it’s all going to pot. And all because a magazine editor blacklisted some PR e-mail addresses. | |
| |  "i was just eighteen" by Bohdan Yuri
I was just eighteen when I left AberdeenNo jobs on the farm, not a cent to be seen.You always loved me with all of your heartYou said that you knew it from the very first time. I don | |
| |  Atheists Don't Exist by Jack Wellman
There can be no such things as an atheist. This is why: Let's imagine that you are a professing atheist. Here are two questions for you to answer: First, do you know the combined weight of all the sand on all the beaches of Hawaii? We can safe | |
| |  Conspiracies and delusional disorder by Akli Hadid
The US government was behind 9/11. Man never landed on the moon. Those ideas might sound crazy, yet a lot of people believe in them. What are the psychological factors behind conspiracy theories? | |
| |  How to write a great novel or advice for an aspiring writer by Alexander Mikhaylov
When art becomes a plaything of politics, it ceases to be art and turns into propaganda. When it follows political or social fad, it becomes trash. It is especially noticeable when an utterly stupid, half-cooked book suddenly | |
| |  iBite by Asa Butcher
Eating a meal rich in compounds called flavonoids reduces some early signs of heart disease, research shows. An Institute of Food Research team focused on one of the compounds, quercetin, which is found in tea, onions, a | |
| |  The Eagles still soaring high by Clint Wayne
When I first heard that my favourite band The Eagles was to release their first studio album for 28 years I was slightly apprehensive. Would it live up to expectations? Would Long Road Out Of Eden | |
| |  Swat: From Heaven to Hell by Abdulhadi Hairan
Once known as paradise on the earth (at least for Pakistanis) for its natural beauty, tourist spots, ancient heritage and peaceful people, Swat Valley has now become stronghold of the pro-Taliban militants who have destroyed nearly all music ce | |
| |  2nd Opinion #33 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion HERE! For more Cartoons | |
| |  Portugal Report by Euro Reporter
Portugal to slash Afghanistan troops to just 15 Portugal will cut its military presence in Afghanistan by more than 90 percent from August 2008, Defence Minis | |
| |  Muerte en Venecia by Alexandra Pereira
En esta lectura de Muerte en Venecia, este me pareció un libro aunque si bien mas que perfecto del punto de vista de su estructura, se entiende mejor desde el prisma que lo leí la primera vez. Quiero volver | |
| |  WIPO Conference Roundup by Sofia Gkiousou
World Intellectual Property Organisation – International Conference on IP and the Creative Industries Monday & Tuesday 29t | |
| |  And that was October... by The Ovi Team
How fast is a single blink? Is it faster than a sneeze? Both can justifiably claim impressive speeds, but neither can match the velocity of time from October 1st to October 31st… just where has it gone? Was the sand in October's hourg | |
| |  The Fish that Saved Burma by Rene Wadlow
In an article « Laughter is medicine junta just can’t swallow » in the International Herald Tribune (29 October) Choe Sang-Hun repeats the joke of the Burmese vaudeville actor Par Par Lay as | |
| |  Exclusion, deprivation and affirmative action by Akli Hadid
With increasing immigration inflows, several countries have ended up with “ethnic minorities”. While some voluntarily decide to exclude themselves from society, some try to integrate, yet fail.What “ethnic mi | |
| |  "The Demonstrator" by Cosmas Mairosi
I saw him falter in his strideThe bullets streaking into his woundsI saw him bow before the blitzArms sailing, limbs flailing,His body gyrating in the wind.I saw him dieHis body riddled wit | |
| |  Origins of Halloween by Jack Wellman
Halloween. It has a history that has a dark side and one with a new beginning. Halloween or All Hallows' Eve, is adjacent to and preceded by All Saints Day on November 1st. Jack-o-Lanterns, | |
| |  "Werf" by Jan Sand
Now, master Frankenstein, most senior and benign,Had assembled many creaturesWith both plain and fancy features, Some with wings, some with tentacles or claws,Furs or feathers, beaks or | |
| |  IP & Economic Issues in the Film Industries of India and Egypt by Sofia Gkiousou
In India and Egypt, before you join the broadband utopia you have to be able to pay the rent. If you have anything left over then you may be able to afford a PC. If there is a network then you may become a part of the Internet society. It’s | |
| |  Two Forgotten Communities of the EU Cultural Identity 2/2 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
As the poet John Keats aptly put it: the center does not hold. Where is the centripetal center to be found? I think it revolves around the central place that European civilization has given to the dignity of the human pers | |
| |  IP & Creative Commons by Sofia Gkiousou
There are more updates coming but for the benefit of my Creative Commons supporter friends in Greece here is a question I just posed in the WIPO International Conference on IP and the Creative Industries. I asked if the panel thinks t | |
| |  ShowBizz #45 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more ShowBizz HERE! For more Cartoons HERE! | |
| |  Two Forgotten Communities of the EU Cultural Identity 1/2 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
"European liberty is founded on the antithesis of the secular world and transcendence, science and faith, material technology and religion.” --Karl Jaspers Ther | |
| |  International Conference on IP and the Creative Industries by Sofia Gkiousou
This Monday and Tuesday (October 29 and 30) I will be at the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) conference in Geneva on | |
| |  Memoirs: My life in madrassa by Abdulhadi Hairan
The idea of admitting me into a madrassa had come to my father's mind after he returned from his four month Tabligh, a missionary tour. I had learned the Holy Koran during his missionary tour and he was excited very much on hearing this new | |
| |  "My middle school buddy" by Alexander Mikhaylov
He was my buddy all through The elementary and middle school I always thought that He was a little bit crazyHe lived with his mom and his whole place looked like a messTwo fat grandmas | |
| |  Bruno Buendia and the Memory of the 50's Generation by Alexandra Pereira
Peru’s 1950’s generation was a generation of ácratas, cursed vanguardists, a generation which actually “generated” something significant, more than a group of individuals with about the same age and mere reserved ambit | |
| |  iBite by Asa Butcher
A 16 billion pixel image of Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper has been posted on the internet, allowing art lovers close up details of the 15th Century work. The image is 1,600 times stronger than those taken with a ty | |
| |  Life Undercover #47 by Thanos K & Asa B
For More Life Undercover HERE! | |
| |  Linda Lane's Mix by Linda Lane
Linda Lane presents an eclectic mix of her photography work. For the full Exhibition, click HERE! | |
| |  PC Paranoia by Mike Jennett
Forgive me if I sound biased or even a tad paranoid, but I’m convinced that computers are out to get me. Just me. Not a single 24-hour period goes by | |
| |  "cool it down" by Bohdan Yuri
cool it down before it soarsabove the tranquil sea of norminvestigate its mortal gallto see inside a forlorn stormcool it down this lofty soulcool it down before it fallscool it do | |
| |  2nd Opinion #32 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion HERE! For more Cartoons | |
| |  Hillary making history by Thanos Kalamidas
For a long time many said that what is missing for the position of the American president is either a black or a woman, and it seems that their wish is coming true at least to a certain point, since a black man and a woman are the favourite candid | |
| |  Finland's 1st Red Nose Day by Asa Butcher
Almost twenty years ago I remember wearing a red nose to school and participating in the first ever Comic Relief, which has now become widely known as Red Nose Day. I was ten years old and quite happy to walk around | |
| |  Light/Darkness in Two of the Abrahamitic Religions 3/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Let us now focus on a metaphor which may provide an insight into this clash of civilizations, that of the struggle between light and darkness. This metaphor pervades much of Rumi's poetry | |
| |  ShowBizz #44 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more ShowBizz HERE! For more Cartoons HERE! | |
| |  Bob Geldof: The economics of poverty by Asa Butcher
"I get fascinated by the oxymoron of the economics of poverty, it's a zero sum game, and I get caught up in the meetings and the politics, and then you go back to Africa and you're sitting in a little to | |
| |  When the Rich Make Too Much Money by Newropeans-Magazine
American Voice in Europe - Sam Pizzigati has recently reported on the content of "Foreign Policy", claimed to be "the world's most prestigious global affairs journal" (1). In keeping with its objectives, Foreign Policy h | |
| |  British Report by Euro Reporter
Child obesity alert plan pondered Parents in England may be warned if their children are found to be overweight, under government proposals. Children in England are c | |
| |  Nazia Iqbal, the Queen of Pashto Music by Abdulhadi Hairan
The young and beautiful Nazia Iqbal has become a queen of Pashto music. God has gifted her with a very sweet voice and she has used it to the better extent. She has contributed a lion's share to the recent revolution and popularity of Pashto p | |
| |  Facebook, UMP & Politique by Europe & Us
La scène se passe quelque part rue de La Boétie (génial auteur de la Servitude Volontaire). Un troufion stagiaire quelconque, jeune populaire, et Thierry S. Thierry S est quelqu'un de très important. En tout cas il s | |
| |  Light/Darkness in Two of the Abrahamitic Religions 2/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
The flapping of a butterfly's wings in Africa may be historically insignificant but they may trigger a hurricane that arrives in Florida a few weeks later, so our scientists inform us nowadays. Indeed, the macrocosm of the childhood of humanki | |
| |  Something changing by Thanos Kalamidas
Over the last few months something has changed in Helsinki and even though in the beginning I believed it was just me lately coincidences started becoming more often to stop my doubts. But I think it is better explain what I mean with an example. | |
| |  The DVD Drive by Mike Jennett
My DVD drive is one of those do-everything-all-singing-all-dancing gizmos displaying a multitude of acronyms, all followed by pluses and minuses and R’s and W’s, which shows how many types of wonderful new tech | |
| |  Alexander Mikhaylov's Digital Art by Alexander Mikhaylov
Alexander Mikhaylov presents a growing exhibition of his digital art and computer drawings. | |
| |  Fontaine of Youth by Asa Butcher
Following the recent passing of Deborah Kerr at 86 recently, it is warming to be reminded that there are still a few of the great leading ladies of the 1930s and 1940s remaining. Strangely, two of these surviving lea | |
| |  Light/Darkness in Two of the Abrahamitic Religions 1/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Rivers of ink have been written recently by political scientists, cultural anthropologists and pundits galore on how to resolve the age-old conflict between Christianity and Islam. Most secular | |
| |  Life Undercover #46 by Thanos K & Asa B
For More Life Undercover HERE! | |
| |  A presidential companion by Thanos Kalamidas
What is more tempting to write about: Mr. Sarkozy’s divorce or Mikhail Gorbachev’s return to politics with a new political movement in Russia? I will try to avoid the semantics and similarities in both cases but let’s see what ma | |
| |  2nd Opinion #31 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion HERE! For more Cartoons | |
| |  Life Was Never So Fearful by Abdulhadi Hairan
'Life is precious'. This is what I have heard and read my whole life. Of course, every human being should be respected and every life should be saved. But then came this era of terror in which the human life is not considered worth of a | |
| |  iBite by Asa Butcher
Italy's Culture Minister Francesco Rutelli wants a new anti-vandalism law after a man threw a bucket of red dye into the Trevi fountain in Rome. It is incredible | |
| |  Open mike at the Kumpula Folk Club by The Finn-Brit Players
Yes it's that wonderful time again when comets meet, cacti bloom in the desert and Finn-Brit Players (and others) stand tall in the brilliant 47 Watt spotlight of the Kumpula Kylätila, for yet another Kumpula | |
| |  Bullying Families by Alexandra Pereira
Verbal, emotional and physical violence, abuse, self-esteem attacks and bullying behaviors in families are undeniably a crime. Undeniably? It depends… as much as human rights depend on something. Many European countries – especially in | |
| |  Native American Indian Policy: Removal or Genocide? 3/3 by Jack Wellman
Kansas Territory was declared Indian Territory in 1825. This small area, purposed for hundreds of tribes from the east, had no forests, few animals and not much water. This was a disaster waiting to happen. Just after it was called Indian Territor | |
| |  Slovenia-Report by Euro Reporter
A Defence Program The Slovenian Defence Minister Karl Erjavec and his German counterpart Franz Josef Jung told the press in Ljubljana that cooperation between the two | |
| |  Renan Calheiros: a redencao da politica brasileira by Newropeans-Magazine
Caros amigos,A nossa secção Lengua Invitada evolui para um portal Trans-Ibérico, e estamos felizes de apresentar-vos o nosso primeiro artigo em português do nosso parceiro "Revista Autor"... | |
| |  The Wrong World by Jan Sand
There is an old story of a scientist who invented a machine to transfer consciousness. When his apparatus was complete he had no convenient subject but spotted a centipede on the floor and scooped it up and dropped it into the receiver section. He | |
| |  Native American Indian Policy: Removal or Genocide? 2/3 by Jack Wellman
During the 1700s and 1800s, the vast majority of Americans wanted Indians gone. Out of sight and out of mind. Alive or dead! And the ones with the power and ability to do something about it worked within all of their means to achieve this end. Par | |
| |  Native American Indian Policy: 1/3 by Jack Wellman
The Spanish had one of the earliest contacts with Native American Indians The Quiveran Plains Indians lived close to where Wichita, Kansas is now located in the central U.S. The Indians were mesmerized by Spanish missionary, Juan de Padilla. They | |
| |  Brazil's Mr. Loco by Thanos Kalamidas
What makes a 21-year-old man send a letter to a judge begging for an extension to his imprisonment because there is nothing for him outside of the prison bars? The young man, in perfect mental and physical health, has a very strong argument: if he | |
| |  Europa Quo Vadis? 2/2 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
The Pope points out that one such modern ideology is liberation theology which in Latin America ended up substituting the Christian idea of redemption. The relation of personal responsibility | |
| |  Turkey: Article 301 Tales by Europe & Us
We have been talking about article 301 since the Turkish Penal Code (TPC) entered into force on June 1, 2005. Articles 159 and 312 of the old penal code we focused on previously. In a way, we are living in a “Turkey by figures.” Legal | |
| |  World Food Day: Political Ecology is still needed by Rene Wadlow
16 October is the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization’s World Food Day — a yearly reminder that there are people who are constantly hungry due to poor agricultural methods, inadequate distributio | |
| |  Music under Attack by Abdulhadi Hairan
At least 20 people injured and many shops destroyed in an explosion at a big Peshawar (Pakistan) music CD market on October 09, 2007. It was not the first or last incident. Many music centres have been destroyed in Bajaur Agency, Mardan, Swat, Cha | |
| |  'Art in Politics' Theme Issue by The Ovi Team
Heed Ovi magazine's call to arms! Well, our call is more to get the hands on the ends of your arms working because we are currently preparing to produce the next | |
| |  Polish reporter by Euro Reporter
No more Mr. Nice Guy Poland's opposition leader has mocked the prime minister for lacking a driver's license, compared him with a notorious communist and accused him of forcing | |
| |  "breathless..." by Bohdan Yuri
I am breathless,no beingis left inside. you have taken all of me. there is nothing moreleft to hide. your blush consumed mefrom with | |
| |  Europa Quo Vadis? 1/2 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
A book written by Pope Benedict XVI, before he became Pope, whose title translates from the Italian as Europe: its Spiritual Foundat | |
| |  Empty arms, shattered dreams by Asa Butcher
Here at Ovi magazine we are an emotional group of people, with acute awareness and sensitivity for many global issues. Our heightened conscience has inspired us to fight against the abuse of the environment, inexcusa | |
| |  One horrible day by The Ovi Team
One of the Ovi team has been brave enough to share her own painful experience of a recent miscarriage with us and we present it below.* * * * * * * * * I cannot express how pleased my husband and I were w | |
| |  Who said it! by Thanos Kalamidas
US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice during her Russian visit showed concern about Russia’s situation, especially over human rights issues, and was worried about too much power concentrated within the Kremlin. Before we get to the Kremlin | |
| |  World Day for Organ Donation and Transplantation by Jack Wellman
What would drive people to sign up to donate organ(s)? Plenty! | |
| |  iBite by Asa Butcher
England's Jonny Wilkinson landed two late kicks as the champions fought back to reach their second Rugby World Cup final in a row with a dramatic 14-9 win over hosts France. | |
| |  Drama Incubator by The Finn-Brit Players
If you enjoy our monthly play readings, why not get involved in our new monthly ‘play doings’ – Drama Incubator. | |
| |  Linda Lane's Surrealism by Linda Lane
Ovi magazine is proud to present another selection of photographic art by Linda Lane in our Exhibitions section. | |
| |  Alexandra Alexis LIVE at Bloomingdale's - Today by The Ovi Team
Hey everybody! You are welcome to come see ALEXANDRA ALEXIS LIVE at BLOOMINGDALE'S OCTOBER 13th!The day will feature ALEXANDRA ALEXIS performing LIVE with rock legend LESLIE WEST and the best new amazing sty | |
| |  Irish Report by Euro Reporter
Ireland's Brazilian Samba town South American immigrants have found a new home in the fastest growing town in Ireland. The town of Gort in the west of Ireland has an exotic South American flavour. Hundreds of Brazilian immigrants l | |
| |  What is your standard for an educated person? by Abdulhadi Hairan
Before I ask the question, let me tell you something about myself.I belong to a very poor family of northern Afghan province Kanduz from where we were migrated Pakistan after the jihad against Russians was initiated. Like all | |
| |  The Poetical in the film "Il Postino" 3/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
As long as the two men are together the friendship thrives. Eventually Neruda, having obtained a reprieve, returns to Chile with his wife. Despite his promise to stay in touch, he is never heard from again. His poet | |
| |  Life Undercover #45 by Thanos K & Asa B
For More Life Undercover HERE! | |
| |  Wor Bobby by Clint Wayne
Had he not been so modest and introvert, there was a time in the late 1960s when Bobby Charlton could have claimed, with some justification, that he was the most famous living Englishman and as he celebrates his 70th birthday today he is still hel | |
| |  120 Jours Sans Gouvernement: La Belgique Proche De Son Record Historique by Europe & Us
Louis Michel, le commissaire européen chargé du développement et éminence des libéraux francophones du MR, l’a encore affirmé ce matin, sur la RTBF, lors d’un débat que j’ai eu avec lui : la cri | |
| |  Slovakian Report by Euro Reporter
Slovakia could lose seat in European Parliament Slovakia could lose one of its 14 Members of the European Parliament following voting on a draft amendment to the tr | |
| |  Give up your medals, Marion by Akli Hadid
There is no evidence, yet, whatsoever, that Marion Jones used illegal substances in all competitions in which she won medals. Yet, there are indicators that she, and several other athletes, dope.Marion Jones was married to C.J | |
| |  The Poetical in the film "Il Postino" 2/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Neruda in turn would retort that it is exactly due to a powerful passion for justice that a poet will break out in song and poetry and lyrically express those feelings. The Marxian ideology embedded in the poetry ded | |
| |  Sofia's Letters from London #9 by Sofia Gkiousou
Well it’s been some time now since the smoking ban kicked in and London is coping with the withdrawal symptoms. Tobacco sales seem to be going down but statistics as a science seem to be going the way of th | |
| |  Stick to stamps by Asa Butcher
When I first heard that one of my uncles was a philatelist I first assumed it was a political affiliation and then when I discovered he was also a philatelic member the innocent child in me could only pray that it could be treated with antibiotics | |
| |  "a drop of rain" by Bohdan Yuri
a drop of rainin winter's breathdoes stiffen its weeping stay from yesterday misty vaporstoast the palettein spring's bouquet and summer's revel | |
| |  Liban : Mensonge des grands, hypocrisie des petits by Newropeans-Magazine
L’enquête internationale, sur le meurtre du Président du Conseil Rafic Hariri, n’a pu trouver aucun suspect sérieux, malgré deux ans de dur labeur et des dépenses énormes que le pauvre contribuable liba | |
| |  Hope wanted by Thanos Kalamidas
Over the last months I have had the feeling that everything goes wrong and I really hope this feeling is just temporary and nothing to do with reality. But again, reading what's going on around the world makes you feel a bit depressed. It' | |
| |  Static versus Dynamic by Jan Sand
Both birds and airplanes fly, both automobiles and horses move with speed across the ground. But there are essential differences. No one has ever seen an airliner try to perch in a tree without dire consequences and no one would dispute that there | |
| |  The Poetical in the film "Il Postino" 1/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Far from being a mere sentimental romantic comedy, or a realistic portrayal of Pablo Neruda's exile from Chile, or of the socio-political conditions of post-war Italy, the Italian award-winning film Il Postin | |
| |  2nd Opinion #30 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion HERE! For more Cartoons | |
| |  Stop the Press...Cut! by Asa Butcher
It may be ten years, it could be five, but one day Hollywood will decide to film the Ovi story in a big budget, special effects laden extravaganza that will sweep the board at that year's Academy Awards. Thanos w | |
| |  Burma's failed orange revolution - What needs to be done? by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
On September 25, 2007 President Bush announced “new” sanctions against the military government of Burma, symbolically joining hands with tens of thousands of protesters in the streets of Yangon and challenging the United Nations to | |
| |  Latvian Report by Euro Reporter
Gang of former KGB agents operating in Latvia A criminal group composed of Soviet-era KGB agents and former and present special service agents are operating in Latv | |
| |  Red Nose Day in Finland by Finnish-British Society
This year’s annual Ylen Hyvä (Yle Helps) campaign will introduce Red Nose Day into Finland. On Red Nose Day, everybody is invited to join in and help children in developing countries. Peo | |
| |  Burning rubber by Tony Butcher
What a massive policy change professional economists can make in two months. These highly paid individuals employed by the biggest names in the corporate banking sector have switched instantly into reverse gear over the past 60 days as the wheels | |
| |  A Soldier's Lot by Clint Wayne
As reports of our British Troops bravely serving in both Iraq and Afghanistan have now shamefully slipped off the BBC’s radar unless there is another tragic untimely death, in which case it might just make number three on its News Bulletins | |
| |  Why? by Alexandra Pereira
Why do these things happen, why is life so unfair, why do people we love and ourselves do shit, why we can't cover it, why it hurts, why, why, why? Why we can't help that our loved ones suffer, why we hurt them ourselv | |
| |  Ms Bhutto's disinformation by Thanos Kalamidas
Worse than accepting a dictator is giving him an alibi for all of his or her actions and it gets even worse when this alibi is covered with excuses for democracy. Unfortunately this is exactly what the former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutt | |
| |  The EU Constitution: The Cart before the Horse 3/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Were one to glance at the very first article of the EU Constitution one would read these words: Inspired by the will of its citizens and the European States, to build a common future, this Co | |
| |  Deadline for Whiskers by Abdulhadi Hairan
A local pro-Taliban militant group has warned a businessman to cut his long whiskers within one week. The group has set a deadline and its head said that if Mr Khan tried to flee the area, they will set his home ablaze. | |
| |  Baltic Plate 2007 Report by Helsinki Rugby Club
What a weekend! We’ve been holding three competitions within one tournament during the weekend. | |
| |  Thucydides - The Historian by Jack Wellman
Many feel the birthplace of history was Ancient Greece. If that is true, the child prodigy was Thucydides. The word 'history' comes from the Greek historia, and liter | |
| |  Hyodyttomyyden ylistys by Susanna Ahonen
Tuttavani kadehtivat minua, koska teen töitä korkeintaan kolmena päivänä viikossa. Muun ajan käytän tuottamattomaan leikkiin ja oleiluun. Joskus kuvittelin, että olisi kadehdit | |
| |  Newropeans / La lucha contra la inmigracion ilegal by Newropeans-Magazine
Si existe la obligación de ofrecer protección internacional para refugiados, de igual modo, no existe ningún derecho fundamental de inmigración establecido en convenciones internacionales. Esta afirmación no implica jui | |
| |  ShowBizz #43 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more ShowBizz HERE! For more Cartoons HERE! | |
| |  Statement of Faith by Matt Williamson
Why is it hard for many people to accept miracles in a religion other than theirs? Very normal, logical and sane people accept that Jesus walked on water, changed water to wine, healed the sick, brought Lazarus back | |
| |  The EU Constitution: The Cart before the Horse 2/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Alessandro Manzoni, the devout Catholic and the greatest literary figure of the 19th century, had fervently hoped, with Beethoven, that Napoleon would restore those larger trans-national, cos | |
| |  German Report by Euro Reporter
Eastern Germany still emptying out 17 years after reunification Exactly 17 years after German reunification, the exodus of people from the former East Germany conti | |
| |  "Poets at Heroes Acre" by Emmanuel Sigauke
Exhume poets and bury themat the Heroes Acre.Give them space, respect their shivering bonesRebury them there, those who spoke never to quitthe teeth of whose bonesstill gnash not b | |
| |  iBite by Asa Butcher
BBC Worldwide, the commercial arm of the BBC, has bought the travel guide publisher, Lonely Planet. Lonely Planet, founded by husband and wife team Tony and Maureen Wheeler in 1972, publishes around 500 titles that are w | |
| |  Protection of Human Rights at International Organizations - Only a Fiction by Frantisek Brychta
My article entitled “Protection of Human Rights at International Organizations – only a Fiction” relates to the issue of the protection of fundamental human rights and freedoms and difficulties conn | |
| |  La Turquie, Membre De L'union Europeenne En 2023? by Europe & Us
Au soir de sa victoire électorale le 22 juillet, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Premier ministre sortant et leader de l'AKP (Parti de la justice et du développement, issu du mouvement islamiste, ndlr) a évoqué en une phrase le red | |
| |  And that was September... by The Ovi Team
Yes, another month has flown by and we have been inundated with submissions from our creative and eager posse. Every month only a certain number are able to be rewarded with a cover page to accompany their work, but | |
| |  The EU Constitution: The Cart before the Horse 1/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
While the signing of the EU Constitution in Rome in 2004 was hailed as a “new beginning” by the Dutch Prime Minister Jan Peter Galkenende, who then presided over the EU Council, t | |
| |  Photo of the Month: October 2007 by Thanos Kalamidas
Every month we feature a photo that sums up our mood, portrays the season or just looks fantastic. | |
| |  Ulkomaalaismainontaa by Asa Butcher
Suomessa asuvat ulkomaalaiset ovat voimavara, jonka mahdollisuuksia ei täysin ymmärretä. He markkinoivat uutta kotimaataan ystävilleen ja sukulaisilleen, ja voisivat tehdä sitä laajemmin | |
| |  Lost in murder by Thanos Kalamidas
My favorite Finnish literature book has long been Väinö Linna’s Under the North Star, when I finished the trilogy my first reaction, since I’d read it in English and not in its o | |
| |  40 years of BBC Radio One by Asa Butcher
At 7 a.m. on September 30th, 1967, BBC Radio One was launched with Tony Blackburn welcoming in the new broadcasting era with the words, "And, good morning everyone. Welcome to the exciting new sound of Radio 1! | |
| |  Cyprus reporter by Euro Reporter
The Syrian BoatGovernment Spokesman Vassilis Palmas said on Wednesday that Cyprus did not wish for its excellent relations with Syria to be affected by the case of a ship sailing from closed port of Famagusta to a Syri | |
| |  I Spy Q by Asa Butcher
Quills are those feathery writing devices used in ye olden days when Thanos went to school and dinosaurs roamed the earth, but thanks to progress we are no longer plucking feathers from the butts of large birds to write our shopping lists. It is a | |
| |  Hidden Agenda by Matt Williamson
We all have a hidden agenda. Whether we want to admit it or not we are trying to make our life in our own image. Sometimes we are honest and we tell people that we seek a certain outcome within a given situation; som | |
| |  France is "going out of business" by Akli Hadid
French Prime Minister François Fillion said on French national television that the French State is “out of business”. Though there were strong reactions condemning the Prime Ministers comments, it reveals that France no longer is | |
| |  2nd Opinion #29 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion HERE! For more Cartoo | |
| |  Ask a Stupid Question Day by Jack Wellman
Friday, September 28th is Ask a Stupid Question Day. Ah, this must have been the day for which I was born. I know I’ve heard many teachers say, “No question is a dumb one!” only the “unasked one”. This is the question | |
| |  The Baltic Plate by Helsinki Rugby Club
Finland's biggest rugby event of the year, the Baltic Plate, will take place in Myllypuro, Helsinki, on September 29, 2007. This is the 7th annual tournament that will this year have twice the number of teams par | |
| |  "Only the Landscape Knows" by Emmanuel Sigauke
Let me whisper to the bush, guardian of my homelet me proclaim the message of arrivalin this time of warlet me not leave any stone unturnedlet me whisper to the bushlet me say: | |
| |  Austrian Reporter by Euro Reporter
45-year-old's fight with kindergartenersA 45 year-old man entered a Viennese kindergarten of Floridsdorf and wanted to have a fight with kindergarten children. It was the female chief of the kindergarten who was ab | |
| |  A sumo mountain by Thanos Kalamidas
However strange it may sound, out of my Japanese experiences what I enjoyed the most is sumo and after so many years I still watch it every time I have the chance! As a fan of football and classic sports, I never really liked boxing or wrestling. | |
| |  Meat Loaf's cult classic by Asa Butcher
Following ten days of watching 1950's sci-fi movies, I decided to watch The Rocky Horror Picture Show for both a break and further research for a Meat Loaf 60th birthday tribute article. It was with a se | |
| |  Buddhist Chants are Lounder than Military Music by Newropeans-Magazine
The determination of Burma's Buddhist monks to bring about change non-violently in Burma has awakened a civilian population long held in fear by the governing military. The monks are marching behind large banners saying | |
| |  Aotearoa by Clint Wayne
At the beginning of 2006, following four years of planning, my lady and I finally realised our life’s ambition to visit the ‘Jewel of the World’ that is New Zealand, so it is with much pleasure that | |
| |  Edward Said on Cultural Imperialism 2/2 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Let us now go back to Said’s beginnings (also the title of his above mentioned book) from which continuities follow, and apply a non-linear conception of career to his own career. If we | |
| |  Greek elections (in Greek) 3/3 by Thanos Kalamidas
Το τι συμβαίνει αυτή τη στιγμή στο ΠΑΣΟΚ ε | |
| |  Racism and anti-Semitism in the French media by Akli Hadid
From politicians to thinkers, entertainers to journalists, the French media allows people to express racist views publicly. And people who expressed racist views are still in the media circles, without ever publicly excusing themselves. | |
| |  Greek elections (in Greek) 2/3 by Thanos Kalamidas
Για την παρουσία του κυρίου Καρατζαφέρη τ | |
| |  La Turquie, Membre De L'union Europeenne En 2023? by Europe & Us
Au soir de sa victoire électorale le 22 juillet, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Premier ministre sortant et leader de l'AKP (Parti de la justice et du développement, issu du mouvement islamiste, ndlr) a évoqué en une phrase le red | |
| |  Edward Said on Cultural Imperialism 1/2 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Edward Said, even four years after his untimely death, remains today a powerful, well-reasoned voice of the voiceless, and a courageous critic of cultural imperialism. His mind was like that of Leonardo: where others saw an abyss between East and | |
| |  France and its colonial past by Akli Hadid
Former French colonies are not doing as well as former English colonies. Truth is that France has built nothing positive in its colonies. Yet, officially, French law claims that French colonialism had positive effects.France n | |
| |  Romanian Report by Euro Reporter
Low birth rate harming Romania Romanian President Traian Basescu said this week that he is worried his country was “going through a demographic desert” | |
| |  The Little Rock Nine by Thanos Kalamidas
What happened in Little Rock Central High School in 1957, in the US state of Arkansas I think is well known in many ways, including a number of films and books either for the Little Rock Nine or from references to the events. | |
| |  The Eagle by Jack Wellman
Benjamin Franklin once lobbied for the turkey as the national symbol for the United States. I am personally glad we went from a bird as prey to a bird of prey. Throughout American history, there seems to be some sign | |
| |  Ferrari-McLaren: una sentenza che delude, un intrigo che ispira by Newropeans-Magazine
Mi accuseranno di essere un ferrarista, in quanto italiano: ma poco importa. In fondo, ogni volta che mi capita di difendere il Papa danno per scontato che io sia cattolico (sempre in quanto italiano), e allora ci si abitua. Alla fine, se ama | |
| |  iBite by Asa Butcher
The UN is ready to broaden its activity in support of Iraq, Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has said. Mr Ban said at a key meeting in New York the time for determined action on Iraq had come, but that a greater UN presence | |
| |  The sci-fi benchmark by Asa Butcher
Hollywood in the 1950s generated a number of superb science-fiction productions that are not only worthy of repeat viewings today, but are also prime material for remakes. It was a decade that brought us The Day | |
| |  Kim Kline: The new musical force? by Ryan Cain
Recently, I have been working with a phenomenal, new independent female talent, Kim Kline. With a voice that’s unmatched, a distinguished song writing ability and shear star power, Kim Kline has already proven | |
| |  "The Killer-Bee Banquet" by Emmanuel Sigauke
Hurray to the Gonera beesthat attacked but did not kill the boywho had wondered awayfound himself stuckin a mouthless cave, aware out therewas light waiting to be seen. Ah, g | |
| |  A Helluva Life by Eduardo Alonso
For the last couple of weeks I have been hooked with the autobiography of the American writer and filmmaker Samuel Fuller. It reads like a novel. A Third Face: My Tale of Writing, Fighting and Filmmaking was | |
| |  The King of Horror by Thanos Kalamidas
It just happened that in the last few days I decided to read again a book entitled Insomnia and you guessed well if you thought Stephen King is the author! It is the story of a seventy-year-old man who’s suf | |
| |  Louis Michel ou l'aveuglement Francophone by Europe & Us
Lundi, coup de téléphone : le porte-parole de Louis Michel, le commissaire européen chargé du développement, m’annonce que son patron veut me rencontrer dans l’après-midi avec «quelques journaliste | |
| |  Life Undercover #44 by Thanos K & Asa B
For More Life Undercover HERE! For more Cart | |
| |  The Sultan of Swat by Jack Wellman
On September 20th, 1927, 80 years ago, George Herman Ruth hit his 60th home run of the season. Previously, in 1921, he had hit 59 which shattered the old mark of 29. Known to the world as “The Babe”, Babe | |
| |  Sibelius' magic secrets by Thanos Kalamidas
There is only one way to appreciate Jean Sibelius' music: Close your eyes and let his music fly you into the forest. Johan Julius Christian ‘Jean’ Sibelius was born December 8th 1865 and died exactly 50 yea | |
| |  Love & Anarchy Celebrates the 20th Edition of the Festival by Love & Anarchy
The 20th annual Love and Anarchy – Helsinki International Film Festival is back this year with more cinemas and seats than ever before. The festival will take place on September 20th | |
| |  "space" by Bohdan Yuri
a space can go nowhere and find a place anywhere, it can travel inside a box, or stay outside the sky. yet, fill it with: things, people, dreams, t | |
| |  The creation of a monster by Thanos Kalamidas
How can you negotiate and trust somebody who took over a country with a military coup using all the resources the state gave him, exiled or imprisoned all the opposition with a lot of questionable disappearances and | |
| |  Democracy as the Common Sense of the People: Confronting the Ancient to the Modern View 2/2 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
At this point one may ask: is Plato’s critique still valid today, and if so, what are the practical consequences of ignoring it? Let us try to apply this critique to an overarching prob | |
| |  Mr and Mrs Pirate by Asa Butcher
What could be more appropriate than a review of a pirate-themed book on International Talk like a Pirate Day? Don't worry, me hearties, I shall not be writing this review using pirate vernacular nor | |
| |  Looking to buy a house in Finland? by Richard Berman
What should I do to get a mortgage? What are the options? What are my basic rights when buying a house? How can I start saving now towards buying a house? What is a "korkokatto"? How much deposit do I need? | |
| |  Chinese executional tricks by Thanos Kalamidas
As we get closer to the Olympic Games year criticism is coming more often about different things, therefore Peking had to do something, even if that something is just for show. The Chinese Supreme Court has ordered judges to be more …sparing | |
| |  Belgian Report by Euro Reporter
Raikkonen wins third-straight Belgian Grand PrixFernando Alonso cut McLaren team-mate Lewis Hamilton's world championship lead to two points as Kimi Raikkonen took a dominant win at the Belgian GP at Spa-Francorchamps. Thi | |
| |  ShowBizz #42 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more ShowBizz HERE! For more Cartoons HERE! | |
| |  Jewish Nazis? by Thanos Kalamidas
I think it is a couple of years ago when Asa and I were talking about racism and traces of Nazism in the most unexpected places because of an article Asa was writing for Ydin magazine and some research led us to some unexpected results. The strang | |
| |  Democracy as the Common Sense of the People: Confronting the Ancient to the Modern View 1/2 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
In a relativistic age which beliefs in functional truths but not in Truth, when consequently many sing the praises of democracy but precious few can pin down its essence, a revisiting of Plat | |
| |  On the track to South France by Anita Rieu-Sicart
"Var Village Voice is all about life in the south of France" Are you retired, about to retire, or dreaming of having a home in the South of France? If you | |
| |  Kiitos, ja anteeksi by Matti Ripatti
Haluaisin pyytää anteeksi medialta. En vain tiedä, kenelle sanani osoittaisin. Ja juuri tähän harmilliseen asiaintilaan anteeksipyyntöni liittyisikin: mediaa kommentoivana kolumnistina olen tälläkin palstall | |
| |  20th Century Boy by Clint Wayne
I’ve heard it said that everyone has a period in their life that they call ‘My Time’. Having left school in the ‘Summer of ‘69’ it was the first time that I realised that my life a | |
| |  Puddles at the Pole: A Global Warming Ad by Artie Knapp
“Hello, Bernie here. I am a polar bear living at the North Pole, and this is my friend, Sally. Say hi to them, Sally.” “Hi!” | |
| |  iBite by Asa Butcher
Greeks are going to the polls in a general election, weeks after wildfires left more than 60 people dead. The main challenge to Prime minister Kostas Karamanlis and his centre-right party, New Democracy, is the socialist | |
| |  Russian poker with a marked deck by Thanos Kalamidas
Is the end of the last emperor who came in from the cold getting closer and is he going to give up power easily or is he going to become a puppeteer in the long Russian tradition that not even the Soviet regime stopped? The Russian Prime Minister, | |
| |  Stuffed dogs, burlesque & M*A*S*H by Asa Butcher
There was one thing that I never knew about Alan Alda until I started reading his autobiography: I don't really like him! I don't hate him, but he has never ranked among my favourite actors or made me want to | |
| |  Bulgarian Report by Euro Reporter
Bulgarian Arrow Suspect killer turns himself inPolice investigating the murder of an arrow-shot Iraqi citizen said the suspected killer has turned himself in. The 41-year-old Iraqi national died after being shot with an arrow in | |
| |  Following orders by Thanos Kalamidas
General Petraeus, the latest US military commander in Iraq, has faced heavy criticism in Congress while reporting on the non progress of the US targets in the country for security and stabilization of life. Actually the general must be a very brav | |
| |  Meditation and Mindfulness by Matt Williamson
I am not a good practitioner of meditation. My mind races, wild and erratic thoughts pop in and out of my head in rapid and seemingly random procession. Did I feed the cat, why did I say that to her, how long until I calm down, when am I supposed | |
| |  UK's only cool brand? by Asa Butcher
The CoolBrands Council, a group of style experts, designers and commentators from across Britain, in association with a YouGov poll on the opinions of more than 2,000 members of the public, have voted the luxury spor | |
| |  Alitalia: come salvarsi.... suicidandosi by Newropeans-Magazine
Il « piano di salvataggio/transizione », come lo definisce Alitalia, è la novità più forte dello scorso fine settimana: vale la pena di parlarne, nel nostro spazio di « | |
| |  Wishful thought and a financial horror by Thanos Kalamidas
Imagine going to the bakery early one the morning to buy three small hot bread rolls. For three euros you get them with butter and a nice cheese that will make them a good breakfast. The smiling baker takes the three euros and wishes you a good mo | |
| |  Imperial Rules by Clint Wayne
Its not often I say it, but today I humbly thank the Eurocrats of Brussels for allowing us citizens of the UK to retain part of our history in permitting us to keep our precious measurements of miles, feet, ounces and pints that have been part of | |
| |  Bruxelles Declare La Guerre... De La Bratwurst by Europe & Us
Quel lien entre une fête populaire et une manifestation sportive? La Bratwurst, élément incontournable de tout rassemblement public. Nul d'ailleurs, n'oserait imaginer s'attaquer à cette saucisse blanche grill | |
| |  "Beyond Yesterday" by Emmanuel Sigauke
You are ready to grow upafter years of chasing the windroaring on the wayto surpass crusty-throated dreams. You were in a vortexunlike a dog chasing the shadow of your tailci | |
| |  New Moon's Senior ADvisor on Removing Bio-InfoExtremists by Linda Lane
Compiled from Several Sources by Wonderlane CNNBCMS, Monday, July 15, 2205; Posted: 47:08 post meridian, NMSGST (10:08 NWT) | |
| |  Jukka Relander: Tyovaenpuolue ei tunne patkatyovakea by Maippi Tapanainen
Jukka Relander ei hämmästele vasemmiston vaalitappiota. Itse asiassa hän arvelee, ettei vasemmistopuolueille tulevaisuudessakaan ole parempaa odotettavissa, mikäli nykyinen meno jatkuu. Eurooppala | |
| |  "in a groove between two worlds" by Bohdan Yuri
in a groove between two worlds I heard the whisper of a distant star that played first before the start, and traveled beyond what’s now outside, so the new day changed its persuas | |
| |  9-11 for the right reasons by Thanos Kalamidas
Is this how it is going to be from now on? Bin Laden will send a video calling us to worship Islam as the only solution for our survival and George W. Bush calling us to fight terrorism harder by helping Iraq? Is this really what comes from 9-11? | |
| |  Bin Laden, a Child of Western Civilization? by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
In an intriguing book titled Occidentalism: the West in the Eyes of its Enemies, Avishar Margalit and Ian Buruma argue that Bin Laden is a child of the West, in as much as he is with | |
| |  Farewell Anita Roddick by Asa Butcher
Last night I was checking the BBC site when I saw that Jane Wyman, one of Hollywood's biggest stars of the 1940s and '50s and the first wife of former US President Ronald Reagan, had died aged 93 and I was going to write about her, but the | |
| |  Lisn to Finland: Seven Designers - One Sense by Lisn
Albeit geographically distant, Japan and Finland have always taken a great mutual interest in the culture of the other. During the autumn of 2007, these two cultures will have an encounter titled as “Lisn to Finl | |
| |  On Rape and True Power by a once raped person
Going through rape and torture has made me feel like creating a space where people who have gone through similar experiences can share them and feel less lonely…I am almost sure that practically every woman (or person | |
| |  From a slap to murder by Thanos Kalamidas
A few weeks ago the foreign community in Finland, especially the Greeks, read in the papers that a musician of Greek origin, well-known in the circles that follow ethnic and music events in Finland, had violently killed his wife, mother of two inf | |
| |  The last guillotined by Thanos Kalamidas
Does the name Hamida Djandoubi mean anything to you? He was a Tunisian immigrant who tortured and killed his girlfriend and for that reason he was sentenced to death by a French court in Marseille and was sent to the guillotine on September 10th 1 | |
| |  Become a rock star and die young by Akli Hadid
A study at Liverpool John Moores University concluded that rock stars are more likely to die at a premature age than average human beings. For millions, becoming a rock star is an ultimate goal.Millions around the world dream | |
| |  Ed Wood for Inspiration by Artie Knapp
While living in New York City in my early twenties I didn’t have two nickels to rub together. It was classic Dickens, in that, “It was the best of times; it was the worst of times.” | |
| |  "The most beautiful parts of me" by Thanos Kalamidas
Click the cover to download Thanos' PDF poem (free of charge). | |
| |  Jane of Thought: Hail for International Literacy Day by Jane Eagle
Hey there stranger, come on keeeeeep reading this article in all your glory ‘cause that’s what this day is about -your ability to read –furthermore: to write a comment, a shopping list, a will, a birthday | |
| |  Trekkies of the world unite! by Asa Butcher
Many people consider May the 4th as Star Wars Day, but what about those who don't believe in the Force and the Dark Side? The ones that boldly go where no Man has gone before, the ones who practice the Vulcan ner | |
| |  Buster Douglas in 'Pluto's Plight' by Artie Knapp
Former world heavyweight boxing champ, Buster Douglas, stars as an FBI Agent in the independently produced movie Pluto’s Plight. | |
| |  Fiendishly Clever by Linda Lane
Fiendishly clever she made a deposit to move in but never paid the rent. Her landlord called the first time on the 5th and inquired when the rent would be sent. Some excuse was made. | |
| |  iBite by Asa Butcher
Osama Bin Laden is said to be preparing to release a video message to the American people to coincide with the sixth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The announcement was made on an Islamist website, where al-Qaeda's | |
| |  La Campagne Electorale Polonaise Fait Irruption A Bruxelles by Europe & Us
Le gouvernement des jumeaux Kaczynski s’est opposé ce matin, à l’occasion d’une réunion des vingt-sept ambassadeurs des États membres auprès de l’Union (COREPER), à la création d’une «j | |
| |  Luciano Pavarotti: R.I.P. by The Ovi Team
Described by Carreras as "one of the most important tenors of all time", Luciano Pavarotti died at his home in Modena, northern Italian, after fighting pancreatic cancer for the past year. Pavarotti was 71. | |
| |  L'Europe se fait aussi bien chez soi qu'a Bruxelles by Newropeans-Magazine
A l'heure de la mondialisation galopante les citoyens choisissent de dresser des barrières protectionnistes nationales, voire régionales. C’est tout à fait leur droit et leur choix. Il en va de même dans cette Union | |
| |  Banning dignity by Thanos Kalamidas
I know, I know, I’m going to be my usual cynical self but it was about time for the General Secretary of the United Nations to remember why he’s actually there and move from the fancy New York receptions to Darfur. Really, has anybody | |
| |  Vaclav Havel: Authentic Humanist and Cultural Hero for our Times 3/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
In 1990 Havel addressed the U.S. Congress on the subject of democratic ideals and the rebirth of the human spirit where he reflected on the end of the bipolarity of the Cold War and the begin | |
| |  Where Have All the Good Drivers Gone? by Artie Knapp
I read recently that if our Sun was the size of a dot over the letter “i”, the nearest star would be a dot ten miles away. That’s an impressive statistic on the vastness of space, but it doesn’t impress me as much as people | |
| |  Vaclav Havel: Authentic Humanist and Cultural Hero for our Times 2/3 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Havel is part of an ongoing Czech intellectual tradition which, in order to be able to "live in truth" has recourse to Husserl’s Lebenswelt to counter an oppressive Marxist id | |
| |  On the First Anniversary of Daily Ovi by Alexandra Pereira
Happy anniversary, Daily Ovi team! When it is time to celebrate, it is time to have a toast, blow the online candle gently, cut the cake into slices (bigger one for me) and examine the influence of Ovi’s horoscope until the end of the year. | |
| |  The long daily road by Thanos Kalamidas
It was sometime last July, a weird period for me because of a problem with my daughter’s health that kept us really tense, when it came the time for the next monthly issue of Ovi magazine. It was the period we were dealing with the copycats | |
| |  7/365 by Asa Butcher
One year ago we published an article entitled "Opinion sevenfold" that proclaimed the great news that Ovi magazine was metamorphosing from a monthly PDF into a daily edition. Today we are taking a moment to absorb the fact that a whole y | |
| |  "on the opal road" by Bohdan Yuri
on the opal road to nowhere, before the waters of Eden gave birth to formality and mistaken identities, mystifying our memory with the method of the veil, lent on hand to cover, | |
| |  Leet - a global sports reality by Asa Butcher
How often in life do you get the chance to play a brand new sport, where anyone can win $1 million and also become the next sports and TV icon? This chance is an innovative new sport called Leet and it will be the core of a new reality television | |
| |  Uusi tyo vaatii uudet kujeet by Maippi Tapanainen
Pätkätöistä puhutaan paljon, yleensä pahaa ja käsitettä sen tarkemmin määrittelemättä. Vailla vakituista työsuhdetta elävä ihminen ei kuitenkaan o | |
| |  Compassionate Business by Matt Williamson
I wonder how many CEO's would consider the companies they run as compassionate? How many corporations would be classified as 'right', as in, the Eightfold Path right? | |
| |  Proposal for reducing air pollution by Akli Hadid
Air pollution is a threat to human health and to the ecosystem. It results in global warming, the greenhouse effect, ocean acidification and respiratory diseases that can sometimes can lead to human death. There are a few steps men can do to reduc | |
| |  And that was August 2007... by The Ovi Team
Can I come out from under the table? Has the thunder and lightning finished? I don't know whether you have experienced the same intense storms that hit Helsinki throughout August, but there was certainly some violence in a few of those rumb | |
| |  Ovi! Ovi! Ovi? by The Ovi Team
Over the past few days we have received a number of emails and phonecalls from the readers of Ovi each of whom has informed us that Nokia has launched a new Internet service called Ovi. In their press release Nokia h | |
| |  The Perfumed Bed by Linda Lane
Every night one of my married friends visits and sleeps on my living room sofa. Sure they are travelers for one reason or another but what gets me is that when I was rich before the dotcom crash I bought a special so | |
| |  The Bold Switch-Off by Asa Butcher
Despite the growls of dissent and howls of outrage from Thanos, Finland turned off its five analogue transmission networks early this morning leaving homes without a digital receiver, a set-top box, or an integrated digital television unable to wa | |
| |  EU Presidency News by Alexandra Pereira
The European Treaty and the EU-Africa summit are still hot issues on the table, as Italy alerts to the summer reality of forest fires in Medi | |
| |  Democracy unveiled by Thanos Kalamidas
Who makes more sense: a president with a wife that covers her head with a veil due to her faith, or a president who often talks with god and this god told him to invade a country? I presume the answer is quite simple and to unveil the protagonists | |
| |  International Day of the Disappeared by Asa Butcher
Imagine hearing a noise outside your home one day or night. Imagine the next sound is your door being smashed down. Imagine a group of armed men perhaps wearing uniforms screaming and shouting at you and your family. | |
| |  Who's the property? by Thanos Kalamidas
Why Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri Maliki became angry with Hillary and Carl Levin is a big mystery to me; he even went as far to say that the Democratic Senators were acting as if Iraq was their property. I’m going to be a bit cynical, but | |
| |  I Spy O by Asa Butcher
Offline: Local Area Connection has no signal – Contact your local provider for assistance. Yes, I am disconnected, cut off and hate every isolated minute. What am I supposed to do with my life now my access to the World Wide Web has been bru | |
| |  "The War & the Village" by Emmanuel Sigauke
The old women of my village plundered by war -McMillan’s Wind raging and howling, a new era groaned to it's dawn.I saw the old men of Mazvihwa thrashed to near-deathby war-drunk youths and the comr | |
| |  2nd Opinion #28 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion HERE! For more Cartoons | |
| |  Poverty by Judy Eichstedt
I remember the very first time my family and I were evicted. My husband had lost his job a year before and the unemployment had run out. We had a yard sale where we sold everything we had worked so hard to get for next to nothing - our washer a | |
| |  iBite by Thanos Kalamidas
Two men who tried to hijack a Turkish plane have surrendered after all 136 passengers and crew escaped unharmed. From the plane to …midnight express!!! | |
| |  The Rational and the Mytho-poetic in Pasternak's Doctor Zhivago: 1/2 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
Boris Pasternak’s Doctor Zhivago is a sterling example of characte | |
| |  Helsinki Children's Festival by Asa Butcher
Friday August 17th signalled the launch of the Helsinki Festival, a two-week arts festival that presents music, theatre, dance, visual arts, cinema and city events featuring both Finnish and non-Finnish artists of in | |
| |  The Helsinki Festival 17.8. - 2.9.2007 by Visit Finland.com
The Helsinki Festival is this year expanding its programme. Arts from the Baltic Sea region will be very much to the fore. The Festival presents three leading orchestras, several theatre groups and visual arts from aro | |
| |  Which... wows!!! by Thanos Kalamidas
'Where are the wows' is something I often talk about with Asa and he has written a couple of very good articles about it, always referring to the lo | |
| |  "Great Love Has Got You Figured Out" by Linda Lane
Great love has got youGreat love has your numberGreat love has your case on fileGreat love knows your nameGreat love is no strangerGreat love constantly stands on guardGreat | |
| |  Dutch Report by Euro Reporter
Giant Lego Man Washes Ashore in Holland A giant 2.5 meter Lego man mysteriously washed up on the Dutch resort of Zandvoort joining the ranks of such publici | |
| |  Internet Love by Richard Berman
Feeling lonely, want a date, want to get married, or just fancy a one-night stand? It can be easier than you think. Whatever you are into there is a service offered to you via the Internet, for free or a small fee. Not so long ago all you had to d | |
| |  Back to the Future: the Poetical as the Mind in Action: 1/2 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
In order to recover lost humanistic modes of thought in a rationalistic era, it may be useful to revisit Marshall McLuhan, some twenty five years after his death. He can be a timely reminder and a warning to post-modern futuristic Man that, parado | |
| |  What's the Difference? by Bohdan Yuri
When the Russians invaded and occupied Afghanistan, they set up a government to their liking, and had so-called elections to justify their chosen rulers. Anyone who was against their rule was labeled as a criminal and terrorist. As a result, the | |
| |  Eagle Soars High by Clint Wayne
As the lights dim over the packed arena casting darkness all around, all you can see are the thousands of tiny twinkling lights spread out across the huge auditorium and as you can almost reach out and touch the atmo | |
| |  European Peoples' Festival by Asa Butcher
From July 23rd-28th, the European Peoples’ Festival will take place in Ekenäs (Tammisaari), Finland, for the very first time. The festival is a celebration of European friendship where 800 guests from 17 EU countries participate in s | |
| |  Hungary Report by Euro Reporter
Koreans ate… Hungarian dogs!Under different circumstances this would sound more like a joke than a report and unfortunately helps all kinds of prejudices and stereotypes. South Korea's Ambassador to Hungary Eom Seock-Jeong ha | |
| |  "I know" by Bohdan Yuri
i know...i knowthey’re watching me as i head towards the doorthey’re all waiting, for me toget on the busthey’re probably mad | |
| |  "I had to go..." by Bohdan Yuri
I once had a red toy truck.I pulled it by a string.and it would follow me;wherever I would go,and I had to go,I had to go.then one fearful dayI broke the magic st | |
| |  Dante's Vision of a United Europe by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
There is a rather naïve notion that the vision of a politically United Europe was born ex nichilo in 1950. The notion is naïve because it loses sight of the fact that there is no such thing in history as creations ex nichilo. We stand on | |
| |  And that was June 2007... by The Ovi Team
Well, what did you make of that month? The world thought it was bidding farewell to Tony Blair, but within hours he was back in the headlines in his new job, and everybody in the Northern Hemisphere was patiently expecting the start of summer, | |
| |  Klaus Held on Religion, Science and Democracy in European Culture by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
"A European community grounded only in political and economic cooperation of the member states would lack an intrinsic common bond. It would be built upon sand." -Klaus Held | |
| |  Excalibur by Linda Lane
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| |  Photo of the Month by The Ovi Team
Every month Ovi Magazine chooses one photograph of Finland to present in its 'Photo of the Month section. For those who have yet to discover this section in our magazine, it can be found inside the Gallery, which also offers an archive of all our p | |
| |  Une Constitution Moins by Europe & Us
L'accord auquel sont parvenus les Vingt-sept à 4h30 du matin, samedi, après avoir surmonté non sans mal les blocages britannique et polonais, va permettre de sortir d | |
| |  "traces" by Bohdan Yuri
I am the tracesof light and darkthe lost breath of winda carousel of flightyou are my eyesthe joys and the tearsof many past goodbyesand the narrowest of fears | |
| |  Just an Ordinary Djo by Jan Sand
When the Robots of Japan Erotic Resources (commonly known as "Rojers") created the Dildos Japan Objects (commonly known as "Djos") it was an honest attempt to be helpful for the growing number of frustrated males in the burgeon | |
| |  What a Racket! by Clint Wayne
The oldest event in the sport of Tennis is commonly and simply known all over the world as ‘Wimbledon’. It is the only ‘Grand Slam’ tournament to be played on grass and is the most prestigious competition in the world of te | |
| |  Faut-Il Mourir Pour La Constitution? by Europe & Us
La Pologne semble bien décidée à s’opposer coûte que coûte, lors du Conseil européen de jeudi et vendredi, à l’adoption du système de vote à la double majorité au sein du Conseil des mi | |
| |  Life Undercover #38 by Thanos K & Asa B
For More Life Undercover HERE! For more Cartoons | |
| |  Salman Rushdie's Knighthood anger by Amin George Forji
Indian-born writer, Salman Rushdie may be a wanted man amongst Muslims, but in Britain he is a hero. During the weekend, he was knighted by the English Queen Elizabeth II, in honor of his writings and outstanding achievements. The 60-year-old Rush | |
| |  "Working the Streets" by Bohdan Yuri
There’s a corner of a lonesome squareWhere forlorn hearts can't be repairedAnd the ladies flow on high heeled hopesWith hard promises for sale.In a runaway’s dream passion’s unrea | |
| |  Needed: A Few Faithful Friends by Heather Thiele
Ovi magazines believes the death penalty is the ultimate cruel, inhuman and degrading punishment. It violates the right to life. It is irrevocable and can be inflicted on the innocent. It has never been shown to deter crime more effectively th | |
| |  A movement for democracy, freedom and human rights by Dr. Habib Siddiqui
Throughout history, we have seen the importance of personality in shaping the destiny of a nation. These personalities become larger than their lives. They gravitate people to overcome their local and ethnic/tribal/ regional inertia towards a c | |
| |  Democratic management by Linda Lane
He came into his daddy's company, demanded that Semco steer away from its activities as a shipbuilding supplier and abandon autocratic management in favour of decentralization... On his first day as director, Ric | |
| |  Global pedophile ring unmasked by Amin George Forji
The advent of the internet has in many ways made organized crime more sophisticated, as hardened criminals are increasing exploiting this lucrative medium of communication for their own devilish ends, using aliases, but police from four countries | |
| |  Perilous pacifiers by Asa Butcher
One of my pet hates before even becoming a parent was dummies, also known as pacifiers and soothers, thoughtlessly stuffed into the mouths of babies and toddlers. I have always believed that they are completely pointless, damage a child's natu | |
| |  Humanism by Jan Sand
Humanism is the belief that we can live good lives without religious or superstitious beliefs. Humanists make sense of the world using reason, experience and shared human values. We seek to make the best of the one life we have by creating meaning | |
| |  The barbarism of the intellect: 1/2 by Dr. Emanuel Paparella
The attempt to divorce mythos (the imaginative) from logos (the rational) is as old as Plato’s Republic. The risk of that intellectual operation is that one ends up in rationalism, what V | |
| |  "this bottle of mine" by Bohdan Yuri
off the street that’s set too far,there’s a dark lit alley barthat hasn’t got a name.its a seedy back room dreamwhere needy lovers survive the carousel of pain. | |
| |  Depp stands for Idiot by Jane Eagle
I woke up rather roughly this morning, hmm from a dream (oh what a dream! Inappropriate both for minors and adults, hehe). I got up… and dressed up and went out & got laid. Hahaha, Jack Kerouac, not me. Let | |
| |  "Playground Story" by Jan Sand
When Hugh is highLew is low.Their seesaw sees That this is soAnn clings tightTo her swingShe laughs and shouts,She likes to sing.She shouts when she Swings up hig | |
| |  Life Undercover #37 by Thanos K & Asa B
For More Life Undercover HERE! For more Cartoons | |
| |  G8 - Heiligendamm, sera-t-il le dernier retranchement de l'Europe ? by Newropeans-Magazine
Retranché derrière son mur l’interêt du G8 a Heiligendamm ne porte que l’auréole que nos leaders politiques, les éminents spécialistes en géopolitique et en politique internationale et | |
| |  Terminator teddy by Asa Butcher
While browsing through the BBC website I spotted a story entitled "US designs a 'robo-bear' to rescue injured soldiers" and immediately had to read it – well, wouldn’t you? It appears that the US military is developin | |
| |  iBite by Thanos Kalamidas
US President George W Bush is expected to receive an enthusiastic reception in Albania when he becomes the first US president to visit the Balkan nation. Is America s | |
| |  KALEVALA Dell'arte by Jenny Nordlund
Shamanistinen karnevaali commedia dell'arten poljentoon. Kalevalan arkkityypit ja taianomaiset tarinat ovat Teatteri metamorfoosin esityksen Kalevala dell'Arten innoittajia. Esitys toteutetaan ita | |
| |  Logo a No-Go by Clint Wayne
Have you seen it? The 2012 London Olympic ‘logo’ was launched this week and within hours a spontaneous public revolt had materialised demanding that the unbelievable £400,000 image be given ‘the order of the boot’, but | |
| |  ShowBizz #34 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more ShowBizz HERE! For more Cartoons HERE! | |
| |  Law of the stag by Asa Butcher
Whether you call it a bachelor party, a stag night, a bulls party, a bucks party or even polttarit, it is commonly known as the groom's last glimpse of freedom and an excuse to party one final time with his friends, although the exten | |
| |  Negotiating survival by Thanos Kalamidas
It is a strange feeling leaving the solution of a major problem to the ones who are mainly responsible for the problem and, furthermore, who stubbornly refuse to recognize it. Angela Merkel is seeking for the improvement of the Kyoto Protocol in c | |
| |  Three Finns in a boat & an Iranian by Thanos Kalamidas
I hope Jerome K. Jerome can forgive me but I cannot avoid it and I’m also really sorry for not being able to avoid laughing at the Iranian education system - you are probably wondering what the hell I’m talking about. The Iranian navy | |
| |  Blaming the Instrument by Jan Sand
If a door bangs you in the face as you try to enter a room you might have an impulse to bang it back. A bear or a chimpanzee might feel the same way, but humanity should, it seems to me, should be able to exercise a bit more considered restraint. | |
| |  "the softest petal" by Bohdan Yuri
the softest petal of a roseis the one that molds its own virgin soul,that’s closestto its heart,the warmth of birth,is just a memory,as it unfolds.an | |
| |  Gang bangers by Richard Berman
When I was at school over 12 years ago there were many kids that used to hang around together in groups of 10 or 20 around the southwest of London where I was brought up. My school was safe and we never had any problems, only a few old ladies who | |
| |  European Meat Markets by Stirred Up!
Singles never had it so good: meeting places for them have popped up all over the continent. You know what we're talking about: those posey social scenes in every city where we go to see and | |
| |  ShowBizz #33 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more ShowBizz HERE! | |
| |  Love Design by Stirred Up!
Designers are embracing love and sex is becoming bespoke. It would seem that nothing is taboo anymore. Netherlands based Studio Oooms states, “by playing in to taboos and expectations in the mind of the beholder, [their] products trigger | |
| |  US Chemicals by Jan Sand
Summer here in Helsinki is coming on strong. The trees are putting out green "mouse ears", the brown lawns have turned green, and greens of every variety have changed the color of the world. On my windowsill I have a | |
| |  2nd Opinion #20 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more 2nd Opinion HERE! F | |
| |  Fat or thin by Richard Berman
There is so much information out these days about how to make yourself look good, so many products that you can buy to get your weight down, so why are there still problems of people dying from being obese?I have always been a | |
| |  Money And Life by Jan Sand
The famous remark about money and capability has always been: "If you’re so smart, why aren’t you rich?" Louis Agassiz, the scientist, once remarked, "I cannot afford to waste my time making money. | |
| |  Prevailing Winds #1 by Paul Lightfoot
Time has increasing importance, it should be a preoccupation as it’s undoubtedly the most important issue we face.Time, the past, the present, the future, a continuous whole and we measure it by the rotation of the earth | |
| |  Life Undercover #35 by Thanos K & Asa B
For More Life Undercover HERE! | |
| |  Human rights don't have a colour by Thanos Kalamidas
The issue of human rights in China isn’t complicated. Unfortunately the global situation regarding human rights has made it so. China is guilty for violating human rights and all the NGOs and human rights’ organizations are totally | |
| |  A Mediterranean-Black Sea Union by Rene Wadlow
Nicolas Sarkozy, the newly elected President of France, in his election night speech in which he stressed his aims repeated his opposition to the entry of Turkey into the European Union. He suggested that Turkey play a key role in creating a Medi | |
| |  Siili Sympathies by Jan Sand
The French author Anatole France once noticed that, in his words, "The law, in its majestic equality, forbids the rich as well as the poor to sleep under bridges, to beg in the streets, and to steal bread." (from The Red Lily, 1 | |
| |  "what worlds they bring" by Bohdan Yuri
what worlds they bring, these picture dreams,left inside the confines of near mortality, whose living landscape conspires to crystallize; with brazen delight, exposing | |
| |  On the Hunt Online by Stirred Up!
In the ‘90s, a New York rabbi and a few pushy mothers, determined to marry their offspring to a doctor or to a lawyer, brought us the 3-minute-hop, commonly known as speed dating. The ‘00s brought back da | |
| |  Dino & Anty #14 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more Dino & Anty HERE! For more Cartoons | |
| |  There's Somebody In There by Jan Sand
A good many of us grow up with an inherent feeling that animals are just funny shaped people. Walt Disney made his fortune capitalizing on that sense but it certainly is not a novel human emotion. I'm sure it sta | |
| |  Who knows? by Asa Butcher
Hey Christians! How much are you willing to bet that Jesus was the Son of God? Seriously, how much money are you prepared to back this improvable claim? The same goes to all religious groups, sects and cults – would you be willing to ‘ | |
| |  Sunday plans changed by Asa Butcher
Last Sunday was a day that I would dearly like to forget and pretend never happened, yet my enthusiasm for sharing a story and writing for Ovi could never let any part of my life remain private for too long, so prepare for a candid insight into Su | |
| |  Captains Ahab and Eva by Thanos Kalamidas
I don’t write critics often because, as a principal, I believe that what you like and what you don’t like is very personal and that even goes to what the majority consider classics. Asa very correctly pointed out in the past that even | |
| |  Interactive Writing: The New Generation by Jane Eagle
I had an idea, People of the World, and I’d really like to share it with you (it’s an idea after all not a strawberry popsicle). My column – as you may have noticed - is rarely updated. My head, on the other hand, couldn’t | |
| |  Stars in their eyes by Richard Berman
Every now and then my mother in England will send some of her old magazines to Finland that she saves for my wife, and to tell you the truth I also like to have a read of them. The magazines are women's magazines, the kind that have a problem | |
| |  Moral teachings by R & M Landbeck
On the horizon appears an approaching religious [and scientific] furore so contentious, any clash of civilizations may have to wait. On one side, a manuscript titled: The Final Freedoms, against all the gravitas religious tradition can bring to be | |
| |  This Lonely Planet by Jan Sand
No doubt Photoshop or similar creative graphic procedures have been quite busy these latter years popping alien extraterrestrial visitors into YouTube for general perusal but the actual thing seems yet to genuinely appear. The universe is well sup | |
| |  "we are" by Bohdan Yuri
we are the flesh of god’s dreams, his wonder, his curiosity, his glory, an unfolding story; or maybe just an experiment full of misfits in search of bliss. what are we, | |
| |  ShowBizz #32 by Thanos K & Asa B
For more ShowBizz HERE! | |
| |  Food, Art & Urbanism by Stirred Up!
Club 11, initially supposed to be a temporary lunch place, has turned out to be one of the most popular and edgy clubs in the city. The club is located in the Post CS building, the old postal services building a bit east of the Central Station | |
| |  I don't feel like dancing by Richard Berman
Music has changed throughout the years, but at the same time the oldies are still alive, and played at the local disco on a nightly basis. This week sees Dancing We | |
| |  Jane of Thought: Flashers of the planet unite! by Jane Eagle
Hello world. Right to the point without prologues, blablablas, etc. (well that is unusual for my style… that coffee has gotta have something to do with it). Anyway, I was checking my mail the other day: Panda Software was updating me about t | |
| |  Public relations for a...Stalin! by Thanos Kalamidas
Imagine working in a public relations firm and one day the door opens and Stalin asks you to take over his P.R. and improve his image abroad. Imagine he has all the excuses for the murders and holding a whole nation under an iron fist – dict | |
| |  I Spy G by Asa Butcher
Geeks, well it is only natural that they are spied on May 4th, since it is commonly known as 'Star Wars Day'. You didn’t know that? Well, think about it…'May the 4th be with you'…are | |
| |  Here to help - IESAF ry by Richard Berman
IESAF, we are here to help all those ex-pats from around the world, English is our working language, but you do not have to be from the UK or the USA to join, as long as you know a bit of Eng | |
| |  2nd Opinion #19 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  Mutiny On The Bounty by Jan Sand
J B S Haldane once remarked that God must have loved beetles because he made so many of them. Abraham Lincoln made the same remark about the poor. Of course, any damned fool who attempts to puzzle o | |
| |  What's up Mr. Annan? by Thanos Kalamidas
The best way to start this is with a scream! But let me rephrase it: the former General Secretary of the United Nations Kofi Annan warns that the aid targets for Africa “will be missed” unless more is done. This is the part you start s | |
| |  It's Vappu! by Richard Berman
Party, party, party, that's what the Fins do anyway. The best translation for the word 'vappu' is Labor Day, and it is the day that most people who drink in Finland are drunk. If you're not drunk, it either means you don't drin | |
| |  Life Undercover #34 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  The Economic Value of Prayer by Jan Sand
Amongst people of faith, and that goes across all religions, there is no question that there must be prayer. I have never had any religious indoctrination and never had the slightest inclination to pray since I would not know whom to pray to so th | |
| |  It reminds me of Stalin by Thanos Kalamidas
On my first visit to Estonia I visited a habitat museum where you could see buildings and houses through Estonian history. It was very nicely made in a beautiful park that gave you the chance to enjoy the green nature. In the very same museum and | |
| |  Farewell Slava by Thanos Kalamidas
It is a month ago since many of us watched on our television screens a very old Mstislav "Slava"* Rostropovich walking with the assistance of the Russian president Vladimir Putin and entering a Kremlin hall where he celebrated his 80th b | |
| |  "The Wanderer" by Tina Ehrami
I wander this world sans abriWalk endless hours sans chaussuresAnd even though sans argentI feel quite sans çaA wanderer's life might seem sans butBut a wanderer knows bet | |
| |  Health care by Judy Eichstedt
Imagine your child is crying because he or she does not feel well. Your child has a fever and is throwing up. You walk the floor; child in arms doing your best to comfort the child but nothing seems to work. A cold towel is placed on the child | |
| |  Mexico's abortion by Thanos Kalamidas
You cannot ignore what happened in Mexico City lately. After long debates where the Roman-Catholic church, even the Pope himself, played a major role, the city’s lawmakers voted to legalize abortion. The abortion-right group emphasized that | |
| |  Bee Gone by Jan Sand
T.S.Eliot in his poem "The Hollow Men" predicted that the world would end, not with a bang, but with a whimper. But humanity is partial to | |
| |  Middle East Nuclear-weapon Free Zone: A Serious Start? by Rene Wadlow
Mohamed ElBaradei, Director of the U.N.’s International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) called on Iran and Israel to enter into serious negotiations to create a nuclear-weapon-free zone in the Middle East — a | |
| |  Functional Terrorism by Jan Sand
Humanity is capable of many horrible things and a good many of them are totally insane and without any sensible reward. The unfortunate quality of terrorism, whatever its origins and results, is that it is very frequently effective. | |
| |  "I have memories" by Bohdan Yuri
I have memories of an ocean blue, a fresh oasis in vibrant tones, crystal waters, foaming youth, a living being so construed. I have memories of a red sea, littered bodies, flesh | |
| |  2nd Opinion #18 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  Turkey part of us by Prof. Francesco Tampoia
In the past, Napoleon said that if the world were a single state then its capital would be Constantinople, the very cradle of Europe. Even today, amid the traffic-choked streets of modern Istanbul, among the high-rises, the steep alleys and the gl | |
| |  ShowBizz #30 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  Life Undercover #33 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  "towel my heart" by Bohdan Yuri
towel my heart, it’s drenched with tears. today a child died. it came so near to fill the spaces but lost its trace to the human race. towel my heart it’s d | |
| |  Sex Again by Jan Sand
There was a recent news report of an organism, a rotifer (which is a microscopic multi-celled animal), which has been | |
| |  I've Been Dreaming About Serial Killers by Alexandra Pereira
From Hannibal in The Silence of the Lambs to Jack the Ripper wandering about in London’s thick fog (so thick, one can cut it with a knife), to a rapist who is also a serial killer and whose same hands | |
| |  The Working Poor by Judy Eichstedt
Yes, it is very true that the poor work and, I might say, that they work very hard. Many work two jobs and never see their family because they are busy trying to survive. A lot of children from parents who are poor are lef | |
| |  Stuck in the Middle by Clint Wayne
Having enjoyed writing recently about ‘The Greatest Showman of Rock ’ celebrating his 60th birthday in his natural flamboyant style, it is with vast contrast that another of my | |
| |  ShowBizz #29 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  iBite by Thanos Kalamidas
Voting in state elections in Nigeria have been extended after many polling stations opened hours late, causing chaos and frustration for voters. Electoral chief Maurice Iwo assured Nigerians that "people who are alr | |
| |  2nd Opinion #17 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  A National Debate by Clint Wayne
Well, just who is going to win this year's John Smith’s Grand National, without doubt, the greatest steeplechase in the world and a popular sporting day when many people, from toddler to grandparent, who do | |
| |  The Teachings of Hollywood by Judy Eichstedt
Today millions of people think nothing about dropping ten dollars to see a movie and be entertained. The days of reading a good book or staying home with the kids are dead and gone. They hear some hype about a movie and, l | |
| |  Life Undercover #32 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  Festival de Cerveja de Helsinquia by Alexandra Pereira
Nos próximos dias 13 e 14 de Abril decorre na Cable Factory de Helsínquia (a antiga fábrica de cabos e telégrafos da Nokia, hoje exemplarmente convertida de modo a acolher todo o tipo de manifestações culturais) a d | |
| |  "the shadows of war" by Bohdan Yuri
with all the forged believers screaming of delicious glory, fiery words untied souls rumbling towards the terror:bloody shadows, muffling, and mystifying; the horrors, the | |
| |  Watch this Space by Clint Wayne
In this age of computers, iPods and all matter of digital wizardry any mention of space travel or a rocket launch from Cape Canaveral would be lucky to make the third or fourth slot on the evening news, let alone mak | |
| |  Problems of Underestimation by Jan Sand
When I was a kid, which was quite a few years ago, I visited a dentist quite often. In those days children were considered not quite up to basic adult standards. The dental drill, commensurate with today's high-s | |
| |  Life Undercover #31 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  Being Prepared by Jan Sand
Although Iraq is the likeliest current place to get whacked these days there is a chronological Baghdad that we all eventually enter where time takes its final potent pot-shots. After the age of 80, interest intensifies in seeing who has been the | |
| |  Dino & Anty #13 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  The Church of Chocolate by FREE! Magazine
Okay, so the last column was a little bit off the wall and made a few of you scratch your head in bewilderment, so we shall return to basics today and stick with the personal touch commonly associated with my style of writing, plus no mention of s | |
| |  Gehry Doubts by Jan Sand
I went through the formal training for the discipline of industrial design at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York from 1954 to 1959. It was a fascinating and revealing experience and, for me, emotionally and intellectually it was something of a | |
| |  ShowBizz #28 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  A dark blue government & the jolly greens by Thanos Kalamidas
Finland’s electoral system leads to coalition governments where the small parties often play a very decisive role. For the last government the Christian-Democrats and the Swedish Party were the ones who managed to enter government and suppor | |
| |  Up for the Cup! by Clint Wayne
Hey lads, do you remember back to those heady teenage years following an enjoyable night out with your girlfriend? Instead of driving her directly home you managed to persuade her to agree to stop off at your favourite little romantic spot. | |
| |  Aki Kaurismaki Celebra Hoje Meio Seculo by Alexandra Pereira
O carismático realizador e argumentista finlandês celebra hoje, dia 4 de Abril de 2007, 50 anos de vida. Entre documentários sobre a música da Bahia e a compra de quintas que se dedicam à produção de vinhos do Po | |
| |  iBite by Thanos Kalamidas
Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has condemned the UK as "arrogant and selfish" for refusing to apologise for the Royal Navy captives crisis. And | |
| |  Prospects by Jan Sand
The Ancient Greeks had, as one of their many noteworthy talents, the capability to either fabricate or bring to notice characters that have persisted in literature's memory for millennia. They stick in the mind b | |
| |  Subtle Changes to the Climate by Colin
How much is ‘Global Warming’ really making a difference in our lives and can we detect any effects on the world around us? How many of you have experienced, albeit small, a change in your local climatic conditions? | |
| |  Discriminative fan... (in Greek) by Romanos Dragasis
Από την περασμένη Πέμπτη στην Ελλάδα - και με αφο | |
| |  And that was March... by The Ovi Team
"Beware the Ides of March," was the soothsayer’s warning to Julius Caesar, but what was so bad about Ovi’s March 15th article about joint accounts? Some people worry too much…one of those is Thanos by the looks of h | |
| |  Motive ...football (in Greek) by Thanos Kalamidas
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| |  Brainwashing for kids by Dimitrios Kontopodis
The proposal of the German EU presidency for common European history schoolbooks is terribly interesting, radical and probably unrealistic, at least in the short term. However, the comments that followed, especially the negative ones, are surprisi | |
| |  Janne Virkkunen: NATO by Maippi Tapanainen
Helsingin Sanomien päätoimittaja Janne Virkkunen muistutti viime lokakuussa julkaistussa kolumnissaan, että lehti oli linjautunut Nato-jäsenyyden tukijaksi jo pari vuotta aiemmin. Asian alleviivaa | |
| |  Evolution of Memes by Jan Sand
Way back when our prime common forbear lounged in a tide pool of tepid water, this blob of snot became upset by the windy to and fro that whacked it repeatedly and decided to hang onto a good sized pebble to fend off whatever dizziness it was capa | |
| |  Connect, Experience, Speak, Learn...Change! by The Ovi Team
This is no time for silence or laryngitis! Your voice can make a difference! Reach out and speak up at ! Join hundreds of other young professionals from around the world to discuss major global issues this summer in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. | |
| |  It was better in Brussels by Thanos Kalamidas
Romano Prodi should know that when he left his seat in the EU commission for Italian politics that the game has totally different rules and the often sensitive balance he had to keep with the EU members is not the same fragile balance he has to ke | |
| |  State of England's International Football by Colin
Having sat in front of the TV on Wednesday night expecting an uplifting performance, but what turned out to be an extremely lack lustre England International side, I honestly thought, why do I bother? Where is the passion we have witnessed from | |
| |  Pedro Juan's Dirty Havana by FREE! Magazine
Cuban writer Pedro Juan Gutierrez has become one of the most interesting authors in recent years. He jumped into fame with his book Dirty Havana Trilogy (Likainen Havanna Trilogia) at the end of the '90s and has dedicated five of h | |
| |  YouTube vs. Viacom by Sliced Bread
Ladies and Gentlemen,Sliced Bread presents their take on the whole legal battle waged by Viacom against YouTube.Inspired by the Apple Mac vs. PC ads (running in the States and the UK at least), Doug and Rob take | |
| |  Extreme measures by Asa Butcher
Yesterday’s news of a busload of pre-school children and their teachers being finally freed after being held at gunpoint for nearly 10 hours in the Philippine capital of Manila can hardly have failed to catch your attention. The story had a | |
| |  Life Undercover #30 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  "a mad conclusion" by Bohdan Yuri
a mad conclusion for the rain,caressed by the warm wind that sailed from desert seas and forest greens; crossing an ocean’s plain, to nourish by cloudy shrouds a portion of l | |
| |  ShowBizz #27 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  A post-modern model for Europe? by Prof. Francesco Tampoia
Europe is only to be found in the process of creating it. The true way to define Europe is to build Europe. [D. de Rougemont] | |
| |  Laugh or cry? by Asa Butcher
Back in February I remember reading an article on YLE about a ‘scuffle’ involving two North Korean diplomats who barricaded themselves on a train travelling from Moscow to Helsinki. They refused to presen | |
| |  The Cause by Jan Sand
It's 4 am and a time provident for both cockroaches and ideas to crawl out into the open seeking sustenance. People who think and search the ebullient ambience for basics frequen | |
| |  Stop the slave trade by The Ovi Team
On March 25th 1807, two hundred years ago, the parliament of the United Kingdom passed an act with the name “An Act for the Abolition of the Slave Trade” and with this act brought an end to the trade that had started in 1562 during Eli | |
| |  Happy Birthday, Reg! by Clint Wayne
From Former Pub Pianist to Chairman of Watford Football Club, The Rocket Man, The Pinball Wizard, Captain Fantastic himself, The King of the Outrageous ‘Specs’, Pioneer in the fight against AIDS and Gay Rights, Father Figure to the Sta | |
| |  An EU middle-age crisis by Thanos Kalamidas
For months now I’ve been wondering why my middle-age crisis hasn’t reached me. I have seen it with people I know, they are reach this age, just around 50, when they realized that now we start the countdown - from one day to the next th | |
| |  Idiots playing war by Thanos Kalamidas
There is no doubt that everybody plays war games in the Gulf and that the protagonists are the Anglo-Americans from one side and the Iranians from the other. There is no doubt that the Iranians want to show that they | |
| |  Home sweet home town by Asa Butcher
Bognor Regis is a large seaside town on the south coast of England and is infamous for being the butt of countless jokes over the past 70 years. The town is primarily known for being among the alleged last words of K | |
| |  2nd Opinion #15 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  Laki ja oikeus by Maippi Tapanainen
Suomessa lait säätää eduskunta, käytäntöön niitä soveltavat virkamiehet ja ristiriidat ratkaisee riippumaton tuomioistuin. Teoriassa kätevää kuin liukuhihnatyö. Eduskuntavaalit h | |
| |  Artificial thrills by Asa Butcher
In December 1999, on the eve of the millennium, I found myself in a helicopter heading towards the rim of one of the greatest holes on earth, the Grand Canyon. Moments after Wagner’s ‘ | |
| |  Who says they are refugees? by Thanos Kalamidas
Many times I have asked myself what identifies a refugee and it seems that the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has recently asked the same question. The UNHCT says that there has been an ‘abject denial’ around the world of the humanitarian i | |
| |  "Vernal Process" by Jan Sand
The cold is gone,The Spring's begunAnd life begins to spill from timeIn green cascades.Miniscule eagernessesCoalesce from rain and airTo gobble up the energiesPouri | |
| |  "loose change" by Bohdan Yuri
breathing was a surprise, it’s 4 am and I’m still alive; when you said good bye, I thought that I had died. but no, my friends, jack, and a pack or two, and | |
| |  The Other Side Of Disaster by Jan Sand
There are current reports as to the state of the abandoned territory surrounding the Chernobyl disaster indicating, contrary to expectations, wild animal life has prospered to the extent that people in the villages beyond the forbidden territory c | |
| |  A very expensive rejection by Thanos Kalamidas
Without any hesitation or surprise, the Israeli prime minister rejected any recognition of the new Palestinian unity government and declared that it recognizes only the Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas. The US have react | |
| |  O Dia de Minna Canth by Alexandra Pereira
O dia 19 de Março, aniversário de Ulrika Wilhelmina Johnsson, também conhecida como Minna Canth, foi oficialmente designado como o Dia para a Igualdade na Finlândia. Minna Canth (1844, Tampere | |
| |  Hook, Line and Sinker! by Clint Wayne
When the working week is over and Friday night is here, the weekend eagerly waits like the first daffodil of spring. There is nothing better for me than to stroll down to my Local Hostelry with my favourite lady for a well-earned beer or two, but | |
| |  SW/NE European Discrepancies by Alexandra Pereira
Where is Europe after all? Inside our hearts? In Brussels, where the big debates and important decisions happen? One can ask this question several times a day, and still no valid nor satisfying answer will come to our minds. A | |
| |  Vaalipaiva lahestyy ja omakehu haisee by Susanna Ahonen
Politiikassa on vastenmielisintä se, kun ihmiset rupeavat kehumaan itseään, mainostamaan omia aikaansaannoksiaan ja retostelemaan ns. omaperäisillä ideoillaan. Kansanedustajaksi, kunnanvaltuutetuksi tai vaikkapa vain am | |
| |  Joint Accountability by Asa Butcher
When Thanos forwarded me this news story I wondered whether he was making some subtle hint about married life, but then I remembered that Thanos is never subtle. I love these sorts of surveys that have 500 couples represent a few hundred thousand | |
| |  It's just a movie by Asa Butcher
Have you heard of the latest historical epic to emerge from Hollywood? It is called 300 and it is a retelling of a battle in which a small Greek army resisted a Persian invasion. I know you would usually exp | |
| |  Twenty pound note by Clint Wayne
Englishman Horatio Nelson destroyed the Spanish Armada at the Battle of Trafalgar, Englishman Francis Drake similarly kept the Spanish Navy in check all over the world, the very English Duke of Wellington smashed the dominance of Napoleon in Europ | |
| |  Reforming a...fence! by Thanos Kalamidas
For the ones of my generation who thought that the Berlin Wall was the last wall to separate people and societies, the Israeli wall was definitely a disappointment and a monument to the fact that people don’t learn. When the US started build | |
| |  Lennon, Chirac et Nous by Europe & Us
Imaginez un monde où l’on ne vous parlerait pas d’obtention de 500 signatures. Simplement parce que nulle barrière de ce type n’aurait été mise en place pour réduire le champ démocratique. Un Etat o | |
| |  Whack the dog by Thanos Kalamidas
There is an old story about a servant who was very badly treated by his master. The story says that the master was giving him the hardest jobs, never paid him well or appreciated him and that often when he was returning drunk he was hitting him. T | |
| |  ShowBizz #25 by Thanos K & Asa B
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| |  Howzat! by Clint Wayne
That is the sound to be heard on countless Village Greens the length and breadth of England during the hot summer months as leather ball meets willow in the exquisite game of Cricket. However, out in | |
| |  iBite by Asa Butcher
Finns are the world's leading coffee drinkers. Annually, Finns consume on average 9.8 kilos of coffee. Quantity over quality. | |
| |  Burning monuments (Greek) by Thanos Kalamidas
Τελικά η μακρόχρονη απουσία μου από την Ε | |
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