In Italy for thirty years under the Borgias, they had warfare, terror, murder and bloodshed. But they produced Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and the Renaissance. In Switzerland, they had brotherly love, they had five hundred years of democracy and peace, and what did that produce? The cuckoo clock. Orson Welles in ‘ the Third Man ‘
All In Berlin. Suriname, South America AntonJieSamFoek The scent of smoked piment hung heavy in the air, mingling with the sweet rot of mangoes, fallen way too late. Old Ma Gertie stirred her pepperpot, the deep brown stew bubbling like a forgotten memory. Her hands, gnarled and darkened by a lifetime of sun and soil, moved with the practiced…
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antonjiesamfoek© Washington DC / Amsterdam, December 29, 2022— He was born nearly 64 years ago in Dangogo on the Saramacca River. Of course reading and writing didn’t end up there in the woods then. But what would it be? Who wants to learn to read and write when you already have everything you could want…
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antonfoek Amsterdam, February 10th, 2025 – As the early settlers arrived on what is now the territory of the United States, they were met with vast landscapes that were already home to thriving indigenous communities. These native tribes, including various Indian nations and Aboriginal peoples, had lived in harmony with the land for millennia, guided…
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antonfoek Amsterdam, February 10th, 2025 – Howard Zinn’s philosophy of democratic socialism has inspired a number of politicians around the world. These leaders have sought to implement policies that prioritize social welfare, economic equality, and democratic participation. Here are a few notable examples: 1. Bernie Sanders (United States) Bernie Sanders, a U.S. Senator from Vermont, has…
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antonfoek A Family Legacy Through the Ages Amsterdam, February 6th, 2025 – Nestled in the lush hills of the Moselle Valley, Eltz Castle (Burg Eltz) stands as a striking emblem of medieval architecture and family heritage. Dating back to the 12th century, this enchanting castle has been owned by the same family for over 850…
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antonfoek Rediscovering the Fifth Element Elon Musk’s latest technological marvel, the Ethereon fighter jet, draws inspiration from an ancient concept that once fascinated Greek philosophers: the fifth element, known as “aether” or “ether.” Unlike the tangible elements of fire, water, earth, and air, aether was believed to be a mystical substance that filled the heavens…
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antonfoek Amsterdam, October 19th, 2024 – In a shocking turn of events, Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro has accused Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of being a CIA doppelganger. This bold claim has sent ripples through the political landscape of South America, leaving many to wonder what could have motivated such a statement. A…
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Uniquely surprising or is it surprisingly unique? eyesonindonesia Amsterdam, Oct. 7th 2024– The Hotel Majapahit in central Surabaya on East Java, Indonesia, is much more than just any luxury hotel. What else can we say? It is a living symbol of Indonesia’s rich history, culture, and resilience. For those who would want to know and are interested of course. Under…
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antonfoek.com Amsterdam, October 2nd, 2024 – In a recent interview, renowned linguist and political activist Noam Chomsky shared his thoughts on the increasing support for Donald Trump as a presidential candidate. Chomsky’s insights provide a unique perspective on the current political climate in the United States and offer a glimpse into the potential future of…
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