By the editor

VOLUNTEERING IS ALWAYS WORTH IT

The freedom to choose to invest your free time in projects close to your heart is priceless

AND THEN WE STILL NEED MUSIC

Music should be the main actor at every party

SMALL TALK – BLESSING AND TRAGEDY

Small talk can be the beginning of a wonderful friendship, or its end

GOOD-BYE GHENT. HELLO GLYNDEBOURNE

Outstanding music festivals that are well worth a visit in 2026.

BOOK TIP: “DECISION IN KIEV”

Book tip ‘Decision in Kiev’ by Karl Schlögel

WITH IKIGAI TO HAPPINESS

Ikigia describes five seemingly simple principles for happiness.

COTTON: WHERE ARE YOU FROM?

From the recipe pad to the cocktail shaker: no home bar should be without Angostura.

GLORIOUSME: AUTHENTICITY INSTEAD OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Lifeblood instead of code Some modern influencers are pure AI creatures. Our inspiration doesn’t come…

2024. GO. GO. GO.

Time is our most precious commodity Our fate does not depend on the stars, but…

CHRISTMAS CARDS

More is more. When it comes from the heart. Christmas cards are loved by some,…