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www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Writing

A sense of wonder enveloped my mother and me': Mishal Husain on her eye-opening journey through Uzbekistan in search of an ancestor

Encountering Uzbek man in Samarkand with language transition challenges during the post-Soviet era. [ more ]
www.france24.com
2 months ago
EU data protection

Far right seeks to exploit EU economic woes to win big in EU election

Soaring food costs, economic stagnation, and deteriorating living standards risk fueling support for far-right parties in European elections.
The rise in populist forces is correlated with economic and financial crises, as the far right exploits feelings of impoverishment and pessimism among voters. [ more ]
sanjosespotlight.com
2 months ago
San Francisco

Mayor says San Jose is safest Bay Area city not everyone agrees

San Jose mayor claims lowest homicides per capita in 2023 compared to Oakland and San Francisco.
Community leaders argue that other factors, such as traffic fatalities and economic hardship, should be considered when determining safety. [ more ]
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