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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Last year's unrest in England and Northern Ireland has caused lasting harm to communities'

Racial unrest in England and Northern Ireland has severely impacted community mental and physical health, particularly among racialized groups.
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fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Media Framing Fuels Refugee Stigma

Media representations of migrants often portray them negatively, lacking human context and reinforcing social inequalities.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Report finds racial, economic disparity in Alameda County gun deaths

Black residents in Alameda County face disproportionately high gun violence rates, highlighting urgent need for community-focused solutions.
Europe news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Each private jet emits as much in a year as 177 cars, study finds

Private jets contribute disproportionately to greenhouse gas emissions and should be taxed to mitigate their environmental impact.
philosophy
fromAeon
1 month ago

The story of a girl sold into marriage with a Taliban leader | Aeon Essays

Afghan women face extreme oppression and systemic barriers that restrict their education and freedom.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I would make the Green party a force at the heart of British politics. That's why I'm running to be co-leader | Ellie Chowns

The Green party can and must lead a hopeful fightback, offering a genuine alternative and a home for voters who feel abandoned by Labour and the Tories.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Eradicating India's jungle insurgency can it be done and at what human cost?

India's government aims to eliminate the Maoist insurgency by March 2026, but human rights concerns are rising amid the crackdown.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A nuanced approach to ageing, sex and gender | Letters

A truly progressive society should be moving towards seeing the person first, both beyond and in profound recognition of their politicised identities.
Women
fromKotaku
1 month ago

The Director Of Final Fantasy Tactics Gets Political

"Nearly 30 years ago, the collapse of Japan's bubble economy engulfed the nation's financial institutions in mountains of bad debt, triggering a wave of corporate bankruptcies..."
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Segregated classrooms are not a thing of the past look at what is happening in Slovakia | Kamila Gunisova and Michal Zalesak

Racial segregation in Slovakian schools persists, particularly affecting Roma children, limiting their access to quality education and societal integration.
Right-wing politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Have We Become a Nation of "Winners" and "Losers"?

In-group/out-group bias fuels division and prejudice in American politics.
Growing income inequality intensifies feelings of resentment toward perceived economic 'winners.'
Distrust of different individuals is being fueled by extreme views on social media.
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Guardian view on Europe's growing wealth divide: back to the world of Balzac | Editorial

Inherited wealth in France is replicating 19th-century social injustices, creating a significant divide between the wealthy and wage earners.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Children under six should avoid screen time, French medical experts say

Children under six should avoid screens to prevent brain development damage, according to French health experts.
Growth hacking
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Musk's companies got billions from the government. Now he's pulling up the ladder behind him | Christopher Marquis

Elon Musk exemplifies 'ladder-pulling' by dismantling support systems that initially aided his success in business.
Film
fromOpen Culture
3 months ago

In 1927, Fritz Lang's Metropolis Created a Dystopian Vision of What the World Would Look Like in 2026-and It Hits Close to Home

The film 'Metropolis' explores class struggle and social inequality against a backdrop of a divided futuristic society.
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

More Americans Can't Afford Medical Care, Poll Finds

Health care affordability is a growing concern for millions of Americans, significantly impacting their well-being.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Immigrants better educated and more likely to be in work, ESRI report finds

Foreign-born residents in Ireland face economic challenges, including lower incomes and high housing costs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

What do the Los Angeles fires tell us about the coming water wars? | Judith Levine

In the dystopian environment of Mad Max: Fury Road, Immortan Joe commands the water supply, exemplifying how life’s necessities can be wielded for power. This struggle is parallels current water scarcity issues stemming from austerity, privatization, and corporate interests.
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fromPsychology Today
6 months ago

Why Season Two of "Squid Game" Feels Different

Squid Game's explosive success is rooted in its critique of social inequality and capitalism, resonating deeply with viewers around the globe.
fromFast Company
7 months ago

Why the American Dream has become a lie for low-income people

The American dream is seen as surviving rather than thriving for many low-income individuals in the U.S.
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