1. Talking about the Canadian visa Student: I’ve got a Russian passport, but I live in Montenegro with a residence permit. Brother: Does that make the Canadian visa easier? Student: Maybe a little, but it doesn’t replace the visa. Brother: So we still need to apply online, right? Student: Yes, and we have to show enough documents. Brother: Then let’s make the application stronger, not just faster. 2. Checking the visa documents Brother: What documents have you got already? St

1. Choosing the first trip A: Spring is already warm. Where should we go first from Montenegro? B: Croatia is closer, but Albania may be cheaper. A: True. Croatia looks more expensive at the start of summer. B: Yes, but it may have better cycling paths near the coast. A: Have you got any idea about transport? B: I’ve got some bus options, but not much detail yet. 2. Serbia or Albania A: Serbia has more big cities, but Albania has more sea views. B: Yes, and Albania may be bet

A short LinkedIn exchange can reveal a much larger shift. When a front-end developer says that cognition and user behavior are deeply connected — and that this is what UX is really about — he is not just being polite. He is pointing to the real tension inside modern product design. Interfaces are no longer only arranging screens, buttons, and flows. More and more, they are expected to interpret confusion, sense hesitation, adapt explanations, and respond in ways that feel les

When we talk about AI risk in Europe, we usually mean models, data and use cases. But there is another layer of risk that is much quieter: how different minds and cultures read the same law. The EU Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) is the first comprehensive legal framework for AI in the world. It creates a risk-based regime: some AI uses are banned as “unacceptable risk”, others are tightly regulated as “high-risk”, and the rest fall into lighter categories with transpare

On the first Monday of March, the calendar looked ordinary. But by the evening it felt like the same sharp knife had cut through three different places in the world at once: a startup team, a group of students, and a piece of land under shells. To me, this was not random. It was one of those days when the wheel of time turns a bit louder, and you can clearly see which type of intelligence is trying to occupy the throne — and what it destroys when it does. I call this map of f

In the architecture of human knowledge, we have long believed that the roof of Truth rests on the pillars of Rationality. But as we enter the era of quantum computing and hyper-complexity, the building is cracking. The cracks aren’t in the mathematics; they are in our consciousness. At Verbs-Verbi, we explore the IPER framework, where intelligence is not a monolithic block but a symphony of four functions: Intuition, Rationality, Ethics, and Sensing. Today, we look at a pivot

Introduction: Why We Need a “Methodology of Intuition” in Science Debates about artificial intelligence, knowledge sovereignty and local language models are usually conducted from a rational angle: through standard methodologies, procedures, curricula. In practice, however, many of the deepest breakthroughs come from something else – from what we might call intuitive intelligence: the ability to see the whole picture, to recognize a paradox, and to fuse distant layers of know

1. If you listen closely, the February wind whispers: prepare for surprises. I’m already prepared—I bought new boots and an umbrella. Let it whisper; I’m not afraid. I heard there’s going to be a street food festival in March. Who’s coming with me? First, let’s calculate how much we spent on Christmas gifts. Otherwise, we’ll be broke again and miss the festival. 2. Offices will soon become museums. People will come on tours: look, children, this is where people used to sit fr

1. Plans and Beer Luka: "Guys, I don’t know about you, but I feel like this year in Belgrade is going to be a total reset for the IT scene. I can smell a massive shift coming." Marko: "Luka, you smell a revolution every year. The reality is inflation, Vračar rents are hitting the ceiling, and electricity is going up. We need to stay grounded." Sara: "All the raises and revolutions don’t mean a thing if we stop seeing each other. The main thing is to stay a team and not let th

Conversation 1 – Buying the Yule Log Nikola: Should we go to the market in the morning for the Yule log? Marko: Of course, it’s tradition. But we need to go early to find a nice oak log. Jelena: I really love this custom. I adore the smell of oak and straw in the house. Ana: Me too. It doesn’t matter if you know all the history; what matters is that we’re together. Nikola: I agree. Once we bring in the Yule log, the house feels warmer instantly. Marko: Then it’s settled—let’s

Conversation 1 – Badnjak and old trees Nikola: Did you know that the badnjak is not just a “piece of wood”, but an ancient symbol of life and light? Marko: Okay, but explain it to me logically: why oak in particular, and why do we burn it afterwards? Jelena: What I find interesting is that people still gather around the badnjak as if they’re renewing a covenant with each other. Nikola: Ever since the druids, they believed that a tree keeps the soul of a student, and the cuts

1. Where are we going this winter? Chiara: So, girls, where are we going for winter break this year? I'm tired of staying home. Sofia: I want to ski! Maybe in the Alps, in Italy? Giulia: And what if instead we go to the Balkans? I've heard there are beautiful mountains in Serbia. Chiara: Balkans? Interesting! But is it very different from Italy in winter? Sofia: Good question! Let's search online! 2. Italy vs. Balkans: What's the atmosphere like there? Giulia: So, I read that

1. Wow, It's the Future! You: Whoa, look at all these skyscrapers! It feels like I've landed in a sci-fi movie. Is everything this new? Friend/Parent: Pretty much! It's wild to think that 50 years ago, this was almost all just desert. You: For real? That's insane. Friend/Parent: Yep, the city grew super fast. Get ready to have your mind blown every single day. You: I'm so ready! This is awesome. 2. The Tallest of Them All: Burj Khalifa You: Is that... is that the Burj Khalifa

1. Getting used to Loznica A: How are you doing here in Loznica, are you getting used to it? B: Slowly, yes. We’re still trying to find the rhythm — everything is slower here than in Moscow. A: That’s normal. Here nobody’s in a hurry unless they have to be. B: I like that, there’s less stress. A: Just don’t get annoyed when someone says “sjutra,” it means the same as “tomorrow.” B: Haha, good, because we’ve already heard that three times today. 2. The heat A: Have you gotten

🟢 Interview Format: Financial Manager (English, Latin America Team) Interviewer: Hi, thank you for joining today. Let's begin with a few questions to understand your background and how you approach client relationships. ✅ SECTION 1: Personal and Professional Background 1. Tell me about yourself and your experience in client management. Candidate Sample Answer: "I’ve worked in financial services for 6 years, focusing on high-net-worth individuals in Mexico and Chile. I specia

When One Intelligence Type Rules a Startup: The Hidden Crisis of Imbalanced Leadership Startups thrive on innovation, execution, empathy, and analysis. These correspond to four types of problem-solving “intelligences” often abbreviated as IPER: Intuitive, Practical, Ethical, and Rational. Intuitive intelligence drives strategic vision and foresight; Practical intelligence ensures hands-on execution and real-world results; Ethical intelligence emphasizes empathy, values, and t

If I had enough money to buy either a house or a business, I'd buy a house. A business may succeed or fail. It's also possible I might change my mind about what I wanted to do in business. However, a home is a lifetime gift to myself. Right now, I'm in a small apartment, with barely enough room for everything. All my furniture and the things I've accumulated since I left college barely fit. I have almost no closet space left. This means my clothes are always wrinkled because

Caltech The greatest joy of music is to share it with others. Unfortunately, the pleasure of performing is often forgotten when players become more concerned with the technicalities and notes. I also once thought that I knew all the important keys to successful piano playing: practice, technique, dedication, and a love for what I do. Focused on the details, I lost sight of my audience. During my sophomore year, my friend invited me to join “Music from the Heart,” a group that

You do not need perfect grammar to begin. You need a clear task, good examples, guided practice, and support. That is what we build together — step by step, from language knowledge to real communication.

Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required. Discuss both view and give your opinion. According to some people, incorporating more sports programs can provide significant health benefits for the citizens, while others think other initiatives are also needed. In my opinion, gymnastic activities and awareness progra