Vienna Hofburg Palace [ENA] On the evening of 10 January 2026, the majestic halls of Vienna’s Hofburg once again became the stage for one of Austria’s most cherished cultural events: the 126th Steirerball. Sold out weeks in advance, the ball drew around 3,500 guests and reaffirmed its status as a highlight of the Viennese ball season where Styrian tradition, hospitality, and joie de vivre blended seamlessly with the Viennese elegance.   [Full story...]

The Netherlands [ENA] The world is once again in turmoil. In fact, there has never been a day when the world was not in turmoil. Personally, I remember a time of calm only during the Soviet period in which I was born and spent my childhood and adolescence. That was because I was a child and un-aware of what was happening in the world. At school, we were also taught that the USSR was a strong state and that no matter what happened...   [Full story...]