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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Firm steps forward': Irene Paredes praises Spain progress before Euros final

Many of us have grown up thinking that playing football was not our place. At that time, that's how I felt. Since then, firm steps have been taken forward.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

It's ourselves and society on trial': playwright adapts Gisele Pelicot case for stage

A stage play about Gisele Pelicot's trial highlights rape culture and societal complicity in sexual violence.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Gen Z doesn't say "hello" when answering the phone. I'm concerned.

Gen Z expects the caller to greet first when answering the phone.
fromSpiegel
3 weeks ago

Bunkers, Emergency Plans and the Army Reserve: Germans Growing Increasingly Uneasy as Peace in Europe Looks More Fragile

World events have transformed the perspectives and lifestyles of individuals in Germany, raising fears of a potential future war.
fromBig Think
1 month ago

Sam Harris: Breaking the thought trap of anger

Compassion aims to build a fair society that benefits all, especially the poor.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

June 25: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Fireworks celebrations for Independence Day are increasingly viewed as too noisy, suggesting a cultural shift towards quieter observances.
Ongoing peace negotiations between Russia and Japan have stalled due to the illness of a key diplomat.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

From the pandemic to porn, here's how norms around sex are shifting for Gen Z

The Supreme Court's decision on abortion has led to significant changes in Gen Z's perspectives about sex, contributing to a decline in sexual activity.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Trump's Revolutionary Logic Meets the California Protests

Revolutions often force leaders to choose between radicalization and compromise when faced with opposition.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

How Air-Conditioning Built Our Reality

Before the air conditioner was invented, humans faced challenges in cooling themselves; ice famines in the 19th century illustrate the lengths people went to for comfort.
Gadgets
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Musk's greatest fear realized as adults find replacement for babies

In the West, where fertility rates are collapsing, people are increasingly opting for dog ownership over children, viewing pets as less burdensome and more fulfilling.
Parenting
Chicago Cubs
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We are a passionately multiracial team': Zimbabwe return to England transformed

Zimbabwe's cricket transformation reflects broader societal changes, transitioning to a truly national game after years of turmoil.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Sunny Side Up: Tips For Maintaining Optimism

Embracing hope is essential to maintain a positive outlook amid societal challenges.
Cognitive behavioral strategies can alleviate feelings of anxiety and uncertainty during tough times.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

'Caught by the Tides' turns discarded documentary scraps into a remarkable drama

Jia Zhangke's 'Caught by the Tides' innovatively blends two decades of personal footage into a unique narrative focused on a woman's life amid societal change.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Nostalgia for the American Logger?

Trump's appeal largely stems from nostalgia for a perceived lost past, notably among displaced workers.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

'I will miss it so badly' - emotional Joe Duffy recounts Liveline highlights and teases future plans

Joe Duffy reflects on his 27-year career with Liveline, emphasizing its social impact and the importance of new voices for the program's future.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

I'm delighted to see gen Z men flocking back to church I just hope it's for the right reasons | Jessica White

Church attendance in England and Wales has risen by 50% in six years, notably among young men.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | Come With Me if You Want to Survive an Age of Extinction

The digital revolution is creating a significant cultural bottleneck, threatening established ways of life and traditional institutions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

If Britain is now resetting the clock on trans rights, where will that leave us? | Gaby Hinsliff

The Supreme Court ruling prioritizes biological sex over gender identity in equality law, a significant and potentially regressive shift in societal attitudes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

From homework to housework, how British attitudes have changed since the 1930s

Public attitudes towards household chores and gender roles have significantly changed over the last 80 years, with men taking on more household responsibilities.
fromPitchfork
3 months ago

caroline: "Tell me I never knew that" [ft. Caroline Polachek]

I don't even know if I'm alive/But I don't wanna be somebody else, sings Polachek, capturing an uneasy sense of dislocation in contemporary society.
Digital life
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

The New 'Marrying Down'

Women are increasingly marrying less-educated men, reversing traditional marriage patterns of the past.
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago

Why Entrepreneurship Is the Cure to an Unstable Economy | Entrepreneur

However, it is worth noting that entrepreneurs do well in chaos because they are able to spot new opportunities quickly. They think of creating where everyone else sees the condition as a daunting problem or a hindering force.
European startups
fromThe Globe and Mail
4 months ago

Zosia Bielski

Zosia Bielski explores our evolving relationship with time post-pandemic, focusing on work, leisure, and the impact of a busier culture on daily life.
Toronto startup
#violence-against-women
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

Violence against women and girls in capital 'endemic' and getting worse, London Assembly told

VAWG has notably risen, highlighting urgent societal changes needed to protect women and girls in London.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

Violence against women and girls in capital 'endemic' and getting worse, London Assembly told

VAWG has notably risen, highlighting urgent societal changes needed to protect women and girls in London.
Cryptocurrency
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago

Why Tech Advancements Will Stop the Developed World's Dominance | Entrepreneur

Despite remarkable technological progress, society faces growing resentment towards capitalism and desensitization from media.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

When politicians tell us to focus on growth we need to ask: Why, and for whom?'

The socio-economic landscape is returning to pre-pandemic growth obsessions, neglecting deeper existential concerns.
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Sizing up: how stadiums, hospitals and airlines are adapting to rise in obesity

Industries worldwide are adapting to accommodate increasing rates of obesity, reflecting a shift in societal norms around body size.
Women
fromIndependent
5 months ago

Ian O'Doherty: When even I am accused of being woke, you know the game is up for our modern-day witch-hunters

Empathy is crucial for meaningful human connection and understanding, as emphasized during award season celebrations.
US politics
fromThe Verge
5 months ago

Elon Musk's first month of destroying America will cost us decades

Elon Musk's administration is creating immediate economic shockwaves and damaging long-term societal structures through mass unemployment and government inefficiency.
fromIndependent
5 months ago

Maire Treasa Ni Cheallaigh: As society becomes more tolerant of cannabis use, the drug itself is becoming a bigger health risk

Societal perceptions of drug use in politics are evolving, as seen in the differing reactions to Cowen and Varadkar's admissions.
fromThe Atlantic
5 months ago

Seven Great Reads

Invisible habits influence personal choices significantly, often without awareness.
Marriage rates in America are declining, signaling changing societal norms.
fromThe Atlantic
5 months ago

How Progressives Froze the American Dream

The idea that people should be able to choose their own communities-instead of being stuck where they are born-is a distinctly American innovation.
Miscellaneous
fromYoga Journal
8 months ago

Pluto Is About to Enter Aquarius for the First Time in More Than 200 Years. Here's What That Means for You.

Pluto's entry into Aquarius heralds a 19-year era of potential societal transformation and individual evolution.
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