Melina Gold, a versatile artist from Munich, works hidden behind lively streets and historic buildings, in a place that breathes creativity and inspiration – the International Munich Art Lab (IMAL). In this workshop, Melina blurs …
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Art as a Reflection of the Soul – Who is Melina Gold?
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Freedom through Renewable Energies – The World in 100 Years
What will the world look like in 100 years? Schoolchildren from Benin will go on their class trip to Berlin and shiver comfortably at the thought that there was once a time when people from …
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Claw – Awaken your Inner Beast
Titel Design by Tarek Shuieb Projekt by Ralf Gawel In an era where the digital revolution continually redefines the bounds of possibility, Ralf Gawel offers a visionary tale that penetrates the essence of our digital …
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How a private crisis became a brilliant invention that could change the world – Who is Rebecca Johnson?
In Scotland, where belief in fairies, giants, and leprechauns still prevails, begins the story of Rebecca Johnson, in the 1980s, affectionately called “Becci” by her friends. The story I am about to tell is marked …
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Reinventing Art in the Age of AI: A Societal Challenge
In a world where algorithms tend to replicate the familiar and amplify the predictable, a similar trend is reflected in art. We see reproductions that mimic what already exists, instead of breaking new ground. If …
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From Medicine to Innovation: Alawi Swabury and the Vision of the Africa Battery Initiative
In the realm of science and development, ideas sometimes emerge that appear so utopian one might almost doubt their realization. Yet, the actualization of such ideas carries the potential to profoundly and transformatively change our …
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The Canvas in Flux: How Entertainment Moves the World
The fusion of pleasure and responsibility in new entertainment In a world dominated by technological advancements, entertainment has evolved to play a crucial role. It has the potential to be more than just an escape …
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Love & Justice – A Documentary Film by Kerry Candaele
Text and Image by Corinna Heumann The documentary film Love & Justice by Kerry Candaele delves deep into the abyss of Chile’s tragic history. It intertwines the personal drama of the arrest and execution of …
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A Dance Between Clocks and Biology: Time and Digitalization
The Miracle of Our Internal Clock “How we perceive time is one of the most astonishing achievements of our brain.” This quote from neuroscientist David M. Eagleman leads us into the fascinating world of human …
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Film Production in Transition: How AI Transforms Cinema
In the heart of a futuristic studio, where once the clatter of film projectors filled the air, soon only powerful computers will hum. They are the new center of creativity, powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), …
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Digital Love: Between Heart and Algorithm
“In times of change, both the best and worst moments find their place,” could be a modern adaptation of Charles Dickens famous words, referring to the era of digital love – an epoch equally characterized …
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Butschi’s Legacy – The World in a Hundred Years
It all started with Butschi, my first budgerigar. Butschi was more than my pet; he was my window into another world where animals speak and share their emotions with us. My childhood connection with him …
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The Search for the Aura in the Digital World
In a world where artworks can be reproduced with a click and distributed globally, a pivotal question emerges: Can we and our art retain an aura in the digital realm? This inquiry leads us to …
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Expert for future skills – Who is Astrid Brüggemann?
Astrid Brüggemann (born in 1970 in Munich) is a studied Germanist and business economist. Until ChatGPT hit the market, she conducted speed reading trainings for people who need to read a lot for work. However, …
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World-famous, unforgotten-forgotten: Who is Moses Hess?
Imaginary Interview by Corinna Heumann Moses Hess was born in Bonn in 1812. In 1875, he died in Paris as a French citizen. In Bonn he studied philosophy. While still a student, he and friends …
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How it feels to stroke a cat and what it has to do with a peaceful future
In our increasingly technology-driven world, we tend to view machines as extensions of our own abilities. We see them as tools that empower us to access data and process information. However, amidst this rapid advancement …
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The street artist who loves the analog world: Who is Giorgio?
In the narrow streets of the old town of Palermo, where history seems to come alive in the cobblestone streets, there is a man who embodies the art of the analog world in its purest …
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How Does Power Change Us? A Glimpse into the Phenomenon Shaping Our World
The powerful warmongers of our present often leave us wondering why powerful people do such inhumane things. Is there a scientific explanation for this? How do people change through influence or fame? Do they become …
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How do we find sustainable business models in a rapidly changing world?
Welcome to the Industrial Age 4.0, an era defined not only by its revolutionary technological achievements, but also regarded as a brand-new chapter in social life. This is no ordinary industrial revolution, but an age …
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The Labyrinth of Charlotte Reimann – Episode 44
A Novel by Mira Steffan Elated, Charlotte locked the front door to the gallery. She had been working with Lara Sass for six months now. She had never enjoyed a job so much. Lara was …
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The Labyrinth of Charlotte Reimann – Episode 43
A Novel by Mira Steffan „You’re giving up? You were just doing really well on the career track. Why are you throwing it all away again?” With raised eyebrows, Susanne looked at Charlotte across the …
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The Labyrinth of Charlotte Reimann – Episode 42
A Novel by Mira Steffan So Dorothea dared to take the leap into something new, dared to do what she didn’t think she could do. What about her inner fulfillment? Justus had already made it …
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The Labyrinth of Charlotte Reimann – Episode 41
A Novel by Mira Steffan “I have to tell you something.” Dorothea began a conversation, which was to evolve into very interesting one for Charlotte. Together they went for a walk during their lunch break. …
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The Labyrinth of Charlotte Reimann – Episode 40 – Four Years Later
A Novel by Mira Steffan Emma was beaming. Because Charlotte and Justus and Karl joined forces to sing the song by Rolf Zuckowski: “Wie schön, dass Du geboren bist…”. It was Emma’s 13th birthday, and …
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Diversity or eternal uniformity behind the facades?
Does the digital age open up countless possibilities for individual expression and creative self-presentation? An encounter in the so-called “Munich Hofgarten” inspired me to write this piece. It was a sunny day when my attention …
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The Labyrinth of Charlotte Reimann – Episode 39
A Novel by Mira Steffan The large conference room was full of people standing closely together, each holding a glass of champagne. It was Günter Heinze’s celebration for his 60th birthday and the company anniversary. …
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Hare Hunting under Changing Auspices: The end of „out with the Old, In with the Young“
A few decades ago, the baby boomer generation made it necessary to retire older workers from the workforce to give younger job seekers a chance. In the 1980s, the then Federal Minister of Labour in …
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The Labyrinth of Charlotte Reimann – Episode 38
A Novel by Mira Steffan Charlotte sat in her car outside Dorothea’s house, waiting for her. They were going to their company’s corporate party together. Charlotte was excited. It was the first time she attended …
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World championship for garbage collectors? For fitness and environmental awareness!
This could be an exciting development in the world of waste management and sports at the same time! Japan recently hosted the first-ever World Waste Collection Championship, known as “SpoGOMI” – a blend of the …
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About Art and Life – das hat was
Text and Image by Corinna Heumann das hat was – about art and life The exhibition das hat was in Bad Godesberg plays with the dazzling and fascinating themes of creativity and artistic creative processes. …
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The Labyrinth of Charlotte Reimann – Episode 37
A Novel by Mira Steffan „Sit down,” Meier said friendly, but in an neglegtful manner. With unease, Charlotte complied with this request. Why had Meier called her into his office? She was sure – it …
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Your iris for the safety of the Worlwideweb?
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has launched his global identification system called WorldID for the crypto project Worldcoin in Germany. With WorldID, people can have their iris scanned to confirm their identity online. Worldcoin …
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Digital policy: How the EU wants to safeguard its democratic principles and global competitiveness
A reorientation of EU foreign policy to more closely monitor the growing power of US internet corporations like Google and Facebook has been underway for some time. The project is gaining momentum. EU digital diplomacy …
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The Labyrinth of Charlotte Reimann – Episode 36
A Novel by Mira Steffan Nervously, Charlotte kept glancing at her wristwatch. She had to pick up Emma from her piano lesson in 45 minutes. And Schuster was having an argument with Horst Alt about …
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Digital movement in politics: Europe gets a “digital wallet“
Illustration Corinna Heumann/ Text Susanne Gold The European Union (EU) is preparing for the digital era. The implementation of a standardized digital proof of identity, valid across the entire EU, is on the agenda and …
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The Labyrinth of Charlotte Reimann – Episode 35
A Novel by Mira Steffan Being in a hurry Charlotte greeted Günter Heinze, who bumped into her in the hallway. But Heinze forced her to stop: “Hello, Mrs. Reimann. Why did you disappear to so …
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The Small Word with Big Meaning – Why a “No” is a Yes to Ourselves
No! The meaning of the small word “no” is of immense relevance in our times. In a world characterised not only by a flood of information but also by countless choices, a “no” holds the …
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Recycling revolution? Bio-upcycling & superworms that can eat through plastic waste!
A species of worm that has a taste for polystyrene could hold the key to large-scale plastic recycling, according to researchers at the University of Queensland. The common “superworm” known as Zophobas morio has been …
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Make Peace with Nature – Who is Sandra Prüfer?
Interview and Photo by Corinna Heumann Sandra Prüfer was born in Neuss, in the Rhineland, in the late 1960s. After completing an apprenticeship in publishing at the Rheinische Post, she studied journalism, political science and …
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The Labyrinth of Charlotte Reimann – Episode 34
A Novel by Mira Steffan Her tan from the vacation and the feeling of relaxation had quickly faded. When Charlotte looked in retrospect at the last six weeks, she realized that on four weekends they …