EU interior and justice ministers, discussing illegal immigration to Europe in Brussels, failed to reach a consensus on a common European policy on immigrants and on toughening penalties for those…
America loves children. This love is certainly aided by the current economic situation – today the United States is experiencing a demographic boom. And while America treats mothers differently…
Today's guest of 'Abroad' – the German Cultural Center – 'Goethe-Institut Inter Nationes'. Our correspondent's questions are answered by the reference person for pedagogical relations, Ms. Gisela…
While most countries define their sovereignty in terms of borders, the United States sees itself rather as a society of conquered outskirts and border zones. The concept of a state border is…
As of March 25, 2001, five more European countries are joining the Schengen Agreement. The Schengen system of visa and passport control will be implemented by Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and…
A necessary prerequisite for legal employment abroad is, in particular, obtaining a work permit before entering the country. To obtain such a permit, as a rule, confirmation from the employment…
The information available to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine indicates that in most cases, the lack of knowledge about the country, conditions of stay and employment in it leads to the…
Auto tour
The intensity of car usage in the modern world is increasing every day. There are more and more cars on the roads – more modern and powerful, with gasoline, diesel, and electric engines. From the…
You can reach Passauer Street from Ku'damm, the main shopping boulevard in western Berlin. On this quiet street are a kosher grocery store, a multi-story parking garage, a fancy restaurant whose chef…
"Canada not only does not have a beneficial effect on the development of Quebec's economy, but also significantly hinders it." With this statement, the new Premier of Quebec, Bernard Landry, a…
The State Tax Administration is considering the possibility of denouncing the double taxation avoidance agreement with Cyprus. Tax officials link the emergence of this initiative to the specifics of…
We already know the basics of Esperanto, and practical ingenuity will help us figure out what we don't yet know. So – let's start using it practically!
At London's largest supermarket, Harrods, prices are marked in some places per kilogram, in others per pound. Packaged products usually have a label showing weight in kilograms and grams, but if you…
Among middle-aged immigrants studying at Canadian universities and colleges, I have not met a single one who did not have a higher education obtained back in their homeland. I was surprised, so I…
On March 6, the National Technical University of Ukraine 'KPI' held a graduation ceremony for 27 foreign graduates from 11 countries (Russia, India, Iran, Jordan, Morocco, Moldova, Syria, Bangladesh…
Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, is one of the most dynamic and picturesque cities in the country. Its rich history, cultural heritage, and attractive landmarks make it a popular destination for…
Little kids, little troubles; big kids... Supporting 'adult children' is a serious problem not only for our Ukrainian parents but also for foreigners.
Currently, Germany is engaged in a very active discussion about immigration. Over the past decades, many immigrants have arrived in Germany, but strategies and infrastructure were not developed for…
Today, according to various estimates, there are between 1.5 and 3 million illegal migrants on the territory of Russia. However, there is no guarantee that these figures even approximately reflect…
We are having a bumper crop of discussions this year. And now a new talk show is on the horizon – 'Bridges', organized with the support of the European Commission Representation in Ukraine. The idea…
I recall, in the old days there was such a custom – to hold disputes. And the topics were chosen to be burning (for those times, of course): for example, how many devils can fit on the point of a…