Publishing & Books: A new novel, Orphaned Horses Land, traces early-20th-century village life in Cyprus through the story of a shepherd’s son who grows up to fight at Monte Cassino, linking local history to WWII memory. Democracy & Education: A commentary argues universities can’t “defend democracy from nowhere,” saying democratic responsibility must be practiced in real places, institutions, and historical consciousness. Politics & Borders: Coverage of Sweden’s election frames it as a referendum on whether the far-right Sweden Democrats should join government—while another piece warns how the post-9/11 “War on Terror” helped mainstream Europe’s far right by legitimising Islamophobic narratives. Humanitarian Crisis: Ceuta’s shores are described as a flashpoint after a massive one-day surge of migrants from Morocco, overwhelming reception capacity and triggering deadly consequences. Italy-linked Research: An Italian study reports willingness to pay for duplicative private health insurance, focusing on how waiting times and out-of-pocket costs shape demand. Culture & Media: A guide to the WXV Global Series highlights broadcasters and viewing options, with Italy among the participating nations.