Subhas Chandra Bose: A tragic destiny
RevisitDid Indian independence leader Subhas Chandra Bose get an unfair reputation? From challenging caste divisions to empowering women, his vision was more radical than many realise. Aldo Matteucci explores.
Overcoming overconsumption: Lessons from Wikipedia
RevisitWhat if we could overcome overconsumption? Could Wikipedia’s approach of respect and collaboration offer a solution? Aldo Matteucci writes.
From fire to flight: Key milestones in human evolution
RevisitFrom mastering fire to launching rockets, discover the key milestones that have shaped human evolution. Aldo Matteucci examines.
The rights of future generations: A practical approach
Revisit Climate diplomacyThe rights of future generations are crucial, but how do we balance theory with practical action? Aldo Matteucci explores sustainable development, intergenerational justice, and real-world solutions.
Micro and macro philosophy
RevisitHow do the Stoic ideas of Marcus Aurelius and Gandhi’s non-violence intersect? Both seek inner peace, yet their philosophies operate on vastly different scales: individual vs societal. Aldo Matteucci examines.
Unofficial diplomacy: Jean-Yves Ollivier
RevisitWhat is parallel diplomacy, and how can it resolve conflicts where traditional methods fail? Discover Jean-Yves Ollivier’s role in Africa's peaceful conflict solutions.
From citizen-soldiers to imperialism: The evolution of democratic warfare
RevisitWhat drives democracies to replace citizen-soldiers with professional armies? Aldo Matteucci examines how wars of choice contribute to imperial ambitions.
West vs East: Approaches to fighting corruption
RevisitCan the West's focus on transparency and the East's emphasis on moral accountability provide complementary tools to combat it? Aldo Matteucci investigates.
Could we rebuild morality from scratch?
Revisit Ethics, Principles and valuesIf morality were destroyed, could we rebuild it from its fragments? Aldo Matteucci examines Alasdair MacIntyre’s theory.
How and why language is hardening in modern discourse
RevisitLanguage is shifting – words like ‘dialogue’ and ‘conversation’ are being replaced by ‘debate’ and ‘discussion’. Is this hardening of tone a sign of the times? Aldo Matteucci analyses.
