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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

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

The last time England played a Test match against Zimbabwe, in 2003, Rob Key was in the middle order instead of the managing director's job.
Chicago Cubs
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days 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
6 days 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
1 week ago

Nostalgia for the American Logger?

"Nostalgia for a supposedly lost past drives much of Trump's appeal, especially in blue-collar counties disrupted by industrial job loss and changes in societal norms."
Left-wing politics
#public-discourse
London politics
fromIndependent
3 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.
London politics
fromIndependent
3 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.
#education
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

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

The survey shows that church attendance in England and Wales has actually increased by 50% over the past six years, particularly among young men who value traditional family structures.
London startup
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month 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
1 month 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.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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.
Digital life
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

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

'Tell me I never knew that' explores societal dislocation through powerful vocals and modern soundscapes, symbolizing a collective uncertainty in contemporary life.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month 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
#covid-19
fromThe Globe and Mail
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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.
fromIndependent
2 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 often spoken about in lofty terms during award season, but its essence is about understanding and connecting deeply with others through our experiences."
Women
US politics
fromThe Verge
2 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.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Atlantic
3 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
3 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
#empowerment
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
11 months ago

Here's why AI probably isn't coming for your job anytime soon

AI is shifting away from hyper-specialization towards artificial general intelligence (AGI) and potentially super AI, raising questions about its long-term impact on society.
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