Voices from the Margins
Today, many roma communities still live in segregated settlements in Hungary—where poverty, lack of opportunity, and systemic neglect shape entire lives from birth. @negynegynegy has met the team of BAGázs, an association working directly with families to provide education, employment opportunities, and a path toward independence—proving that change is possible when someone finally invests in […]
Why softball annoys the right in Spain
Softball’s a really popular sport in Latin America, but not so many people in Spain know about it. It’s often called the ‘little brother of baseball’ and it brings communities together, provides healthy activities for all ages and is a form of cultural expression that’s become more and more popular in recent years. Back in […]
Hungary’s Elections: The Generational Breaking Point
The 2026 Hungarian elections will be the first time a generation born and raised during the Fidesz and Viktor Orbán era will be voting. Polls suggest they’ll probably swing the result in the next election, partly because turnout is expected to be really high and they’re generally against Orbán. @negynegynegy had a chat with young […]
Jesus of Naples. Can art be created using AI?
What if Jesus appeared in today’s world—right in the streets of Naples? This video explores the viral, AI-generated reels created by filmmaker and content creator Ugo Di Fenza, in which Jesus is reimagined in a contemporary urban setting. These videos place a timeless figure face-to-face with the challenges of a complex city like Naples, from […]
La Rose de Tunis: how pastry-making traditions spread from North Africa to Paris.
It all began as a small shop in Paris’s 18th arrondissement. Thirty-five years later, La Rose de Tunis remains a family-run business that has been preserving the flavors of North African and West Asian pastries for over 2 generations. From zlabia to makroud, from kalb el louz to baklava, these recipes embody generations of history, […]
Punk music in Poland: how to rage against the world
In Poland, raw, guitar-driven music and small, independent scenes are making a comeback. At Warsaw’s Klub Chmury, we explore what punk means to today’s younger generation—is it merely an aesthetic choice, or does it still serve as a means of expressing frustration, uncertainty and instability? @krytykapolityczna talked to the band Generacja Destrukcji about their debut […]
Came by chance, stayed by choice. The story of Hin, a Hong Kong artist in Athens.
Him is a multidisciplinary artist originally from Hong Kong, now living in Athens. In this video, he recounts his personal and creative journey, from a childhood influenced by Japanese manga and anime, to searching for an artistic style he describes as “immature”. After living in London, Hin arrived in Greece by chance and decided to […]
Call for illustrators
Good news: at Sphera we’re looking for illustrators from all over Europe to contribute to our newsletter In Vivo. In Vivo, the newsletter that takes you to the heart of Europe With in Vivo we explore social, democratic and environmental challenges from a very personal perspective. Every two weeks we publish first-person stories from citizens […]
How safe spaces for everyone can change nightlife
Can an inclusive and safe space be guaranteed for everyone, even in nightclubs? According to Unisono, a Milan-based association that organises accessible events, it is. They don’t see it as a charitable mission, but simply as a way to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy a fun evening in good company. @vdnews_ita met […]
Why is Generation Z drinking less alcohol?
For years, alcohol has been seen as an almost mandatory part of “growing up”: parties, nights out with friends, evenings that feel like they can’t even start without a drink. But something is slowly changing. Whether it’s because of trends, a growing awareness of the harming effects of alcohol, or simply because it’s getting expensive, […]
