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US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

Opinion | Artificial intelligence, Trump and the Future: 13 Gen Z-ers Discuss

Young people are feeling uncertain and concerned about their future amid economic challenges and systemic changes in society.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

South African woman's murder prompts anger at country's high level of femicide

Cameron Kasambala stated, 'Women die no matter what they do... It's rooted in our violent history and exacerbated by poverty and substance abuse.'
Black Lives Matter
fromVulture
2 days ago

What's Going On With Olivia Munn and Ms. Rachel?

Munn expressed regret that her comments about children's shows were taken out of context, leading to significant backlash and threats against her family.
Parenting
#lgbtq
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Hate crime or neighborhood feud? Everything we know so far about Jonathan Joss's killing

Joss's death highlights the ongoing struggles faced by LGBTQ+ and Indigenous communities, including mental health crises and systemic issues.
SF LGBT
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Newly-opened Oakland LGBTQ+ community center already in danger of closing amid federal funding cuts

The Oakland LGBTQ+ Community Center fights to stay open amid funding cuts and staff layoffs while celebrating its new East Oakland location.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Hate crime or neighborhood feud? Everything we know so far about Jonathan Joss's killing

Joss's death highlights the ongoing struggles faced by LGBTQ+ and Indigenous communities, including mental health crises and systemic issues.
SF LGBT
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Newly-opened Oakland LGBTQ+ community center already in danger of closing amid federal funding cuts

The Oakland LGBTQ+ Community Center fights to stay open amid funding cuts and staff layoffs while celebrating its new East Oakland location.
#civic-engagement
fromsfist.com
3 days ago
San Francisco

No Kings' Protests Set to Rabble-Rouse In SF and Nationwide Saturday During Trump's Military Parade

San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

No Kings' Protests Set to Rabble-Rouse In SF and Nationwide Saturday During Trump's Military Parade

Nationwide protests against Trump coincide with his planned $45 million military parade, reflecting significant public dissent.
#politics
Berlin music
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Bach's St. John Passion in queer and Arabian versions DW 06/11/2025

"QueerPassion" reimagines Bach's St. John Passion to highlight queer experiences and suffering, paralleling contemporary societal issues.
#homelessness
Madrid food
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The homeless people of Madrid's Barajas airport: I'm sick of sleeping on the floor'

Hundreds of homeless individuals are sleeping in Madrid's Barajas Airport, revealing a critical issue of urban homelessness.
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Letters: San Jose's homeless law is cruel and unnecessary

San Jose should prioritize providing alternatives to shelters for the unhoused rather than penalizing them, as existing laws already manage disorderly conduct.
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Day 77 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: 'Soon I'll be homeless just like them'

Juan C. Guerrero fears homelessness due to his struggling driving school business amidst crime and poverty in his neighborhood.
Madrid food
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The homeless people of Madrid's Barajas airport: I'm sick of sleeping on the floor'

Hundreds of homeless individuals are sleeping in Madrid's Barajas Airport, revealing a critical issue of urban homelessness.
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Letters: San Jose's homeless law is cruel and unnecessary

San Jose should prioritize providing alternatives to shelters for the unhoused rather than penalizing them, as existing laws already manage disorderly conduct.
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Day 77 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: 'Soon I'll be homeless just like them'

Juan C. Guerrero fears homelessness due to his struggling driving school business amidst crime and poverty in his neighborhood.
#journalism
World news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Pope Leo XIV asks journalists to use communication as a tool for peace

Pope Leo XIV urges journalists to use communication as a tool for peace, emphasizing listening and promoting the voices of the marginalized.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Pope Leo XIV asks journalists to use communication as a tool for peace

Pope Leo XIV urges journalists to use communication as a tool for peace, emphasizing listening and promoting the voices of the marginalized.
#immigration
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

Mothering Is The Ultimate Form Of Resistance

Teaching children essential life skills like cooking can empower them and counteract feelings of helplessness in uncertain times.
Germany politics
fromwww.thelocal.de
2 weeks ago

OPINION: If Germany is to thrive it must help foreigners feel they belong here

Germany's welcoming culture is undermined by deep-rooted issues of national identity, leaving newcomers feeling excluded despite long-term residence.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

Mothering Is The Ultimate Form Of Resistance

Teaching children essential life skills like cooking can empower them and counteract feelings of helplessness in uncertain times.
Germany politics
fromwww.thelocal.de
2 weeks ago

OPINION: If Germany is to thrive it must help foreigners feel they belong here

Germany's welcoming culture is undermined by deep-rooted issues of national identity, leaving newcomers feeling excluded despite long-term residence.
London politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

'Humanity at its worst' as GMB drivers threatened with knives and machetes - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

85% of private hire drivers fear the recurrence of race riots this summer in the UK.
The survey highlights deep concerns regarding personal safety and job security among drivers.
Madrid food
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

In Spain, a chat on the doorstep is a custom worth preserving in the digital age | Maria Ramirez

No new ban on older women sitting outdoors exists; the police urged respect for public space instead.
#parenting
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Walters: How much California government and taxes have exploded under Democrats' control

California's governance reflects a shift to Democratic dominance, yet social and economic issues persist despite increased funding.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Day 88 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: 'There are some positive happenings on 16th and Mission'

Local resources are misallocated towards a mobile unit rather than street cleaning and infrastructure.
Community efforts, such as churches providing food, are vital yet underreported.
#berkeley
#tyler-perry
London food
fromianVisits
1 week ago

From tactile paving to white canes: How activism shaped everyday accessibility

The V&A Museum's exhibition challenges perceptions of everyday objects, focusing on their accessibility for people with disabilities.
#germany
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

In Germany, discrimination is on the rise DW 06/03/2025

Discrimination, especially racism, is an escalating issue in Germany, prompting growing reports and complaints to the Anti-Discrimination Agency.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

In Germany, discrimination is on the rise DW 06/03/2025

Discrimination, especially racism, is an escalating issue in Germany, prompting growing reports and complaints to the Anti-Discrimination Agency.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Squatters take over Mayfair club were A-listers Lindsay Lohan, Pippa Middleton and Jodie Kidd once partied

The building, once an elite members' club frequented by celebrities, has devolved into a derelict squat, attracting antisocial behavior and neglect.
London politics
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Good Morning, News: Big Beautiful Rifts, Condoleezza Rice has Re-Entered the Chat, and the Importance of Tipping in Cash

I can't believe it's already June! Happy birthday to all the gays and gadjacents (gay-adjacents) out there. Wouldn't it be helpful if some cute local journalists rounded up all of the Pride events happening around town? Oh wait- THEY DID.
Portland food
#art
fromDocumentjournal
1 week ago
Arts

At The School, 'General Conditions' is both a mirror and an antidote

Art continues to be a vital expression even amid global turmoil, reflecting artists' responses to contemporary struggles.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago
Arts

Fenix, a new Rotterdam museum that explores immigration through art

Fenix museum uses art to explore migration and human displacement.
Arts
fromDocumentjournal
1 week ago

At The School, 'General Conditions' is both a mirror and an antidote

Art continues to be a vital expression even amid global turmoil, reflecting artists' responses to contemporary struggles.
Independent films
fromVanity Fair
1 week ago

Tribeca Goes All In With Docs On Gloria Steinem, Barbara Walters, and Andy Kaufman

Tribeca Film Festival has established itself as a leading platform for documentaries, emphasizing social issues and community representation.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Researchers say the true cost of prisons and jails is higher than many realize

The financial burden of having an incarcerated family member deeply impacts families, especially marginalized communities.
#france
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Blind date: I would have liked more swooning on her part!'

My date had the look of someone who might run a small independent bookshop in Berlin, attracting creativity and passion around social issues.
London food
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Mapped: Where to see Banksy's artwork around the capital

Banksy's latest street art depicts a lighthouse with a poignant message, fueling speculation on its meaning and whereabouts.
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

Gilbert & George exhibition coming to the Southbank's Hayward Gallery

The exhibition showcases over 60 large-scale installations that combine text and imagery from everyday life, sparking dialogue on contemporary social issues.
London politics
#lgbtq-rights
LGBT
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Ghana's anti-LGBTQ+ bill: Discrimination or family values? DW 05/14/2025

Ghana reintroduces a punitive LGBTQ+ bill amidst widespread public support but international condemnation.
Europe politics
fromPrx
2 weeks ago

The World

Poland's presidential election is crucial for its democratic future, with stark differences between candidates on social issues.
LGBT
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Ghana's anti-LGBTQ+ bill: Discrimination or family values? DW 05/14/2025

Ghana reintroduces a punitive LGBTQ+ bill amidst widespread public support but international condemnation.
Europe politics
fromPrx
2 weeks ago

The World

Poland's presidential election is crucial for its democratic future, with stark differences between candidates on social issues.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

It feels like there's no communication': a social tenant's struggle for safe housing

Social housing conditions in the UK are deteriorating, causing distress for tenants amid rising complaints.
Kerianne Wilson's ongoing struggles highlight severe substandard living conditions faced by many tenants.
#community-engagement
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Rebels with a cause: ONE OK ROCK ready to electrify Prudential Center with message of unity and speaking out against discrimination | amNewYork

"As a musician, I want to say something stronger than before about the state of the world and the situation going on politically... it's time to say something political as a musician."
NYC music
philosophy
fromAeon
2 weeks ago

What is the cure for the West's individualist worldview? | Aeon Essays

Individualism is a double-edged sword, praised for personal freedom yet criticized for social fragmentation.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Life in Bogota's pagadiarios': Where $2 rent buys a night of shelter and little else

Deiro Gonzalez highlights that the harsh reality of life in pagadiarios includes losing fellow residents with no mourners, emphasizing the loneliness felt by those living there.
LA real estate
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Why Our Ancestral Instincts Still Shape Modern Rage

Violence has evolved as a strategic tool for survival.
Ancient aggression circuits can misfire in contemporary life.
Prevention requires education, equity, and cultural shifts.
#history
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

RyanNicole Gets Real About the World on New Album '#YoursTruly' | KQED

"How you put the star on the cutting room floor? / No wonder every shot you take is always hella subpar / I was taught to stay humble, the meek shall inherit the earth / but being meek won't bring my meals / Now run my check, I know my worth."
Music
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Warzone': Why Indian forces have launched a deadly assault on Maoists

The ongoing war by Indian security forces against Maoist rebels in Chhattisgarh raises questions about the impact on the marginalized Adivasi communities who may be unjustly affected.
Black Lives Matter
Photography
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Derek and Quentin, twins from Indiana who live in the woods: Robin de Puy's best photograph

The photographer aims to highlight the rich experiences of underrepresented Americans.
Through portraits, the photographer challenges societal divisions and connects people's common experiences.
Arts
fromTheartnewspaper
3 weeks ago

Artists accuse Whitney Museum of censorship for cancelling pro-Palestine performance

The Whitney Museum faces allegations of censorship after canceling a performance about the Gaza conflict, citing concerns over inflammatory content.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Slot machine firms target UK's poorest areas and channel funds to billionaires

Slot machine companies are exploiting Britain's poorest neighbourhoods, with concerns about addiction and corporate profits flowing overseas.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
4 weeks ago

Notable Humans: How Lisa Truong's Help a Mother Out Changed Public Policy

A diaper drive led by Lisa Truong evolved into a significant nonprofit, influencing state policy to help struggling families.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Eddington review - Ari Aster's tedious Covid western masks drama and mutes his stars

Ari Aster's film struggles to engage with its themes, offering a dull narrative that fails to creatively address timely social issues like the Covid lockdown and political polarisation.
Film
fromtime.com
4 weeks ago

Breaking Down the Gripping Ending of Netflix's Danish Crime Drama Secrets We Keep

"Cecilie and Angel are ready to assist, and as they do, the social structures of privilege and power that govern the elegant homes around them begin to crumble."
UK news
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Assessing Advocacy In The Federal Appeals Through The Lens Of Five Cases From The Past Year - Above the Law

A striking pattern has emerged: courts are grappling with cutting-edge questions at the intersection of constitutional doctrine, statutory interpretation, and contemporary social and technological realities.
Intellectual property law
France politics
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Macron backs holding referendums on French social and economic reforms

Macron plans consultations and referendums on significant economic and social reforms but rejects immigration and pension reform votes.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Maren Morris: I never said I'm leaving country music'

Maren Morris faced personal and professional struggles in 2023, ultimately distancing herself from the conservative country music industry.
#pope-leo-xiv
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Pope Leo XIV in his own words: The pontiff on abortion, climate change, homosexuality, and capital punishment

Pope Leo XIV is cautious but outspoken on controversial issues, particularly climate change and gender ideology.
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Pope Leo XIV in his own words: The pontiff on abortion, climate change, homosexuality, and capital punishment

Pope Leo XIV is cautious but outspoken on controversial issues, particularly climate change and gender ideology.
SF LGBT
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

My Family Kept My Dad's Secret For Years. I Wasn't Prepared For What Telling The Truth Would Mean.

Family secrets can be burdensome, particularly those related to health and stigma.
The 1980s HIV/AIDS epidemic was marked by significant social stigma and misinformation.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 month ago

Love and joy to the little ones: The Lullaby Project continues * Oregon ArtsWatch

Portland's Lullaby Project, launched in 2017, aims to strengthen parent-child relationships through music while addressing social issues like homelessness.
Music production
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Housing crisis puts older people at risk of abuse, charity finds

Inadequate housing often exacerbates the risk of abuse and neglect among older people, leaving them exposed to precarious living conditions and vulnerable to exploitation.
Parenting
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