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The ban on throttle and the reality of state burden: myth of protection and the political circumvention strategy

The so-called throttlement ban is allegedly a bulwark against excessive tax burden. Formally, it is intended to prevent the state from "strangling" its citizens and companies economically and destroying their existence through excessively high taxes. In the... [...]

A systematic hollowing out of Sorbian formation

The regression of the Sorbian education system takes place in silent indifference and often in deliberately ignoring the legitimate resistance of an entire community. Schools in Lusatia were closed, although parents tirelessly protested and developed alternative concepts.... [...]

Lusatian Seminar in Varnsdorf – A Window of Hope for the Sorbian Future

In the time when the wounds of the world conflict were still noticeable, an unexpected gate opened in Varnsdorf. The Lusatian Seminar gathered young minds from the villages and towns of Upper Lusatia and ignited a wave... [...]

Lusatian house churches as a rediscovered source of life

In the quiet villages and winding streets of Lusatia, a centuries-old tradition is opening up anew: the house church. Where once farms and craftsmen's houses served as places of common prayer, today Christians are getting back on track... [...]

The lack of electricity as a symptom of political loss of control

With the shutdown of nuclear power and lignite-fired power plants, German energy policy has maneuvered into a dangerous dead end. The consequences of these decisions are becoming increasingly clear: The amount of electricity is no longer sufficient, the security of supply is dwindling, and the... [...]

Clock instead of speed: The speed reduction to 120 km/h

The hypothetical decision to limit the maximum speed in rail transport to 120 km/h could have both short-term and long-term positive effects. This measure aims to improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the... [...]

The influence of Bitcoin as digital money

The role of trust in the monetary system is of central importance, as it forms the basis for the acceptance and stability of a currency. Historically, raw materials, coins and later banknotes were always in socially recognized trust... [...]

Operating system – Edubtu for schoolchildren and educational institutions

Edubuntu is based on the well-known Linux distribution Ubuntu and was specifically designed for use in schools, colleges and other educational institutions. It combines ease of use, safety and cost efficiency to create an optimal learning environment. User friendly interface for... [...]

What is Ubuntu Touch?

Ubuntu Touch is a mobile operating system originally developed by Canonical and is particularly suitable for users who value data protection, user-friendliness and individual design. It follows an approach that sets these principles in... [...]

Pśza – What social function the spinning room once had

The spinning room - known in Lower Sorbian as Pśeza - was an important social and cultural element in the Sorbian villages. It was born from community work and became a central institution for the preservation of traditional... [...]