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Behind the DJ Booth with Anastas
Interview with Anastas Kitanovski Who is Anastas? Tell us a bit about yourself. First, I’d like to thank the VCS team for reaching out for this interview, it’s always amazing being part of the monthly magazine. Let’s dive into my world for a short time! I’m a 24 years old producer/DJ from Skopje, Macedonia. Music…
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War of the Currents
Nikola Tesla was a Serbian-American inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer. He was born in 1856, in what is now Croatia, and died on January 7, 1943, in New York City. Tesla is best known for his groundbreaking work in electricity and magnetism, and his inventions and ideas shaped many aspects of modern technology. He held…
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Soft research about OCD
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), has recognised as a mental issue with obsession and compulsive acts. Approximately 2% to 3% of the population of the world has this disorder and demonstrates a chronic process. Actually, OCD has a quite bizarre history. First of all, it dates back to the 19th century. However, at that time the…
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Recipes for the best memories
Sugar, spice and everything nice. These are the ingredients chosen to create the perfect Erasmus+ project. Although we didn’t turn into the Powerpuff Girls, we did turn into master chefs in the kitchen. Our adventure began by flying to a magical town in Germany called Bremen where we briefly got to be a part of…
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Thinking in shortcuts
It’s late at night. Rain is pouring. You know you have to catch the next bus, or else you’ll be standing soaking wet for the next hour. You see two ways: one that goes through a dark alley and another along a busy street. Without thinking much, you choose the busy street because it feels…
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VOICES October 2024
Sharing… What is sharing? Before I came to Macedonia I knew that one of the main tasks is writing Voices. It’s not my main hobby to write articles but when I found out the importance of writing I was thinking deeply about what sharing is. According to Cambridge dictionary, the definition is “to tell someone…
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Why is Aruba so known for their beaches?
Aruba, a small island in the southern Caribbean Sea, is famous for its beautiful beaches, which often appear in travel magazines and tourism ads. This Dutch Caribbean island offers a beach experience that draws visitors from all over the world. So, what makes Aruba’s beaches so special? Aruba’s location is key to its excellent beaches.…
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Lake Bogoria – Flamingos’ favorite spot
Where is lake Bogoria located?Lake Bogoria is located about 200 km northwest from Nairobi in Africa. It is one of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley Lakes. It is a remarkable natural wonder that captivates visitors with its unique wildlife, geology, and stunning scenery where millions of flamingos visit the lake throughout the whole year. It is…
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Exploring Skopje
Skopje, the capital of Macedonia, is a city that appeals to all the senses. From its different building styles to the sounds and smells that fill the air, Skopje offers a unique experience to anyone walking through its streets. This piece brings together personal experiences and observations to describe what it’s like to explore this…
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The journey of women in the Olympic Games
The 2024 Summer Olympics have just come to an end and they were nothing less than sensational (and somewhat dramatic). One of the reasons why they were so important is that there was a 50:50 representation of men and women competing, making them the first Olympic Games that reached full gender equality. Women competed for…
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Silesian through centuries
After the second World War Poland was basically a country of one nation. According to the 2021 census in Poland there are 38 million people. 97,7% interviewees pointed out Polish nationality but 2,3% others. The biggest minority that is included in 2,3% were Silesians – 596 thousands which is around 43% of all non–Polish…
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