Ståhlis: To Be or Not to Be a Rubber Duck
The article reflects on how people wish to be remembered after their death, contrasting self-written tributes with those written by others.
Extremism in France: A Heart for Hitler and Holocaust Deniers
The article discusses the aftermath of a brutal attack resulting in the death of a young far-right extremist in France, highlighting the political and social ramifications surrounding his memorialization.
Are we outsourcing our souls to artificial intelligence?
The article explores the implications of creating AI versions of deceased individuals, focusing on Digital Barbara, an AI chatbot that simulates conversations with a woman who passed away.
A year ago, the grave of a Hollywood legend found dead at home is shrouded in mystery: a surprising detail has emerged
A year after actor Gene Hackman's death, new revelations highlight a lack of memorialization and a legal dispute over his estate, notably with no provisions for his estranged children.
Michał Szułdrzyński: It Will Be Harder to Remember the Jews of Falenica
The article discusses the imminent demolition of the railway ramp in Falenica, which historically served as a site for the deportation of Jews to Treblinka during World War II.
"We Regret It." The Government Cuts Funding for the Memorialization of Communist and Nazi Crimes
The Czech government has abolished the advisory council for memorialization and halted a financial program aimed at supporting organizations that address the crimes of communism and nazism.
Sudetenland: He Keeps the Memory of the Expelled Germans Alive
The article discusses the remnants of the village of Königsmühle in the Erzgebirge region, which was abandoned in 1946 when its residents were expelled after World War II.
Member of Parliament Giedrius Drukteinis launches the initiative project "Lithuanian Bird Path"
Giedrius Drukteinis, a member of the Lithuanian Parliament, has introduced the "Lithuanian Bird Path" initiative aimed at commemorating prominent individuals connected to Lithuania.