Category: HISTORY
Medicine’s Dubious History
In Giant, composer Sarah Angliss brings the tragic story of Charles Byrne—the 18th-century “Irish Giant”—to operatic life, weaving a haunting tale of bodily autonomy, scientific ambition, and lost humanity. Premiering at the Aldeburgh Festival, this bold new work confronts the dark legacy of medical progress built on exploitation, echoing disturbing parallels with modern celebrity culture and our ongoing fascination with physical difference.
From a Swiss farm to a palace in Constantinople: the extraordinary life of Elisabeth Tschumi.
From the serene hills of rural Switzerland to the opulent palaces of Constantinople, the life of Elisabeth Tschumi is a tale of destiny, courage, and transformation. Born into a modest peasant family, she would go on to marry Ahmet Tevfik Pasha—the last Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire—and become Lady Afife Okday. Her extraordinary journey bridges two worlds: the pastoral landscapes of Upper Aargau and the political heart of a fading empire on the brink of modernity.
Failures and Successes of the Ukrainian Revolution
Delve into Historical Memory Laws in Ukraine and their controversial stance on Soviet and Nazi history as a new norm.
The Eurovision: a diplomatic row
Jamala’s Eurovision win and Ukraine’s ban on a Russian contestant reveal how the song contest became a stage for geopolitical conflict. This chapter explores media coverage, cultural diplomacy, and the ongoing struggle over Crimea through the lens of Eurovision.
Elections and War in Donbas | Welcome to Absurdland!
Learn about The Republic of Donetsk and its significance in shaping the political landscape of Ukraine during tumultuous times.
Russian roulette in Ukrainian sky | Flight MH17
Delve into the destruction of the Boeing 777 and the political repercussions that followed this significant event in Ukraine.
Petro Poroshenko: the Providential man?
Uncover the story of Poroshenko, the businessman turned leader, tasked with modernising Ukraine post-revolution.
Odessa, the Pearl of the Black Sea at stake
nvestigate The Ukrainian Revolution and Odessa, focusing on the tragic events and the underlying motivations of the key players.