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Why Joe Biden’s Withdrawal from the Presidential Race Was the Right Thing to Do
Joe Biden's decision to withdraw from the U.S. presidential race is seen as a wise move due to his advanced age and declining cognitive abilities. His administration faced many challenges, causing his approval…
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MSc American Studies by University of Piraeus and New York University – Admission Process Open for 2024!
I recently completed the joint MSc in American Studies: Politics, Strategy, and Economics, and I'm thrilled to share that applications are now open for the 2024-2025 academic year. This interdisciplinary program delves deeply…
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The Cancer of Bias in International Relations Analysis
The essence of resolving wars lies in addressing their deep-seated biases, a key takeaway from my MA in War and Contemporary Conflict. Bias in International Relations clouds judgement, misleads data interpretation, and affects…
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The Strategic Benefits of Prudence
Nowadays, the world considers morality as anachronistic and certainly it is ruthlessly abused in global politics, as political actors twist the meaning of moral principles to make themselves appealing to the masses. Prudence…
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Earning a Precious Qualification
Last summer, I was excited to find out that the department from which I earned my BA degree from was collaborating with New York University for an MSc in American Studies. And when…
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In Honour of the Philhellenes
On 25 March 2021, the Greeks celebrated the 200 anniversary of the Greek War of Independence, or, as we say it, our “national rebirth”. We received warm messages from all around the world…
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E-learning Platforms Offering Affordable Politics Courses
I don’t know about you, but the COVID-19 situation has been one of the most fruitful periods of my life. Don’t get me wrong, of course I am concerned and of course the…
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Vacancy: Internship Opening at NATO Defence College
Hello, ambitious people! I have been informed that applications for the NATO Defense College (NDC) internship programme are now open! Are you between 21-30 years old? Are you a citizen of a NATO…
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Why We Care About the East Mediterranean (And Why You Should Too)
Only in the past few weeks, you must have noticed on the news that there has been an increasing tension in the East Mediterranean, with the Greeks and the Turks as protagonists. That…
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The Holocaust on the Screen: Visual Interpretations of Anne Frank’s Diary
Hello, everyone! You must know already how much I love sharing high-quality informative content, especially if it’s entertaining too. Last night, while I was reflecting on the creative winter ahead, I decided to…
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WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER: 3 More Career-Enhancing Activities to Do during the Lockdown
If you have followed any of the advice of our last post ( “STOP MOANING: Three Career-Enhancing Activities to Do during the COVID-19 Lockdown”), you might be already too busy to read this…
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STOP MOANING: Three Career-Enhancing Activities to Do during the COVID-19 Lockdown
The new coronavirus has undoubtedly altered the way we live our lives. Events have been cancelled, religious holidays have been celebrated in private, travel is prohibited, and movement outside our houses has been…
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Opportunity: 2020 Michael and Deborah Thawley Scholarship
Hi! I have stumbled upon a new opportunity for my wonderful readers! Applications are open for the 2020 Michael and Deborah Thawley Scholarship, which will cover the contribution of one individual to the…
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What is KFOR?
Hi! With this post, we are launching our “What is…” category, which refers to definitions. So, what is KFOR? Kosovo Force (KFOR) is an international military peacekeeping mission which is led by NATO…
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Essay Contest on Women
Hello, everyone! I came across this brilliant opportunity through my professional network and I wanted to share it with you! Particularly if you are into women’s rights and UNSCR 1325, you should grab…
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Five things I wish I had appreciated during my postgraduate programmes
I still remember my BA graduation day; I was 22 years old, too knowledgeable for my age, with an exceptional reputation in my professors’ community, an honours degree and an unconditional offer letter…
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Ten European NGOs worth working with if you are an International Relations graduate
If you are an International Relations graduate, then you should consider the option of working in a non-governmental organization. Why? First of all, because NGOs are countless and constantly in need of interns…
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I am a Greek political scientist and here are some practical lessons I have learned from my country’s financial crisis
Hello, dear readers. I have long felt the need to share with somebody what I have learned from the Greek financial crisis. I find it important, firstly because this has been a financial,…
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Let’s become villain: Machiavelli’s legacy
Who would disagree that Machiavelli is one of the most controversial figures in human history? Niccolò di Bernardo dei Machiavelli would be just one of the millions o state officers who existed in the…
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Applications open for Jamestown Foundation’s Young Professionals Program
Hello! My radar has spotted that the applications admission for the 2018-2019 Young Professionals Program of Jamestown Foundation has begun. This program lasts almost a year (from September to May) and is appropriate…
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Why I have studied International Relations
Hi! I hope that you are having a wonderful summer! I thought I should share a summer story with you and, if you consider becoming an International Relations scholar like me or study…
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A memorial copy of Noratlas aircraft was presented on the 44th anniversary of Turkey’s invasion of Cyprus
In the framework of the memorial events of the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus, the President of the Republic of Cyprus Nikos Anastasiadis carried out the unveiling of a Noratlas transport aircraft. The…
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Reviewing Stanley Meisler’s “Kofi Annan: A Man of Peace in a World of War”
First of all, with this post, I am glad to announce the beginning of my cooperation with the American medium Political Insights. Political Insights brings together scholars and professionals from all over the…
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What is International Relations?
Hello! International Relations has been my field of study for 15 years. All this time I have learned about its particular concepts. I have concluded that International Relations is an integral part of…
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Hello and welcome
Welcome to PolisRoom! Thanks for visiting! The site is still being developed, but is already functional! While the first topic of discussion is being prepared, feel free to navigate around the website. You…
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