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Gentlemen shared their tattoos over dinner': how our taste for tattoos started with the rich

Tattooing in Britain evolved from elite interest in Japanese art rather than solely from lower social classes.
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Hope, fear, faith and love: Four people on why assisted dying vote matters

UK MPs will debate assisted dying for terminally ill patients, a potential significant societal change akin to previous reforms.

The power behind the vote for assisted dying? Ordinary people

Kim Leadbeater exemplifies a successful advocate for assisted dying, leveraging personal stories to sway parliamentary opinion.

Hope, fear, faith and love: Four people on why assisted dying vote matters

UK MPs will debate assisted dying for terminally ill patients, a potential significant societal change akin to previous reforms.

The power behind the vote for assisted dying? Ordinary people

Kim Leadbeater exemplifies a successful advocate for assisted dying, leveraging personal stories to sway parliamentary opinion.
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#literature

Thomas Mann's 'Magic Mountain' still resonates 100 years on DW 11/26/2024

The Berghof sanatorium reflects the upheaval of early 20th-century society, as seen through the story of Hans Castorp in "The Magic Mountain."

It's 60 years since The Lucky Country. Have we moved on from the bronzed Aussie male stereotype? | Frank Bongiorno and Mark McKenna

Horne's work reflected deep concerns about Australia's future amid societal changes and critiques of complacency.

Thomas Mann's 'Magic Mountain' still resonates 100 years on DW 11/26/2024

The Berghof sanatorium reflects the upheaval of early 20th-century society, as seen through the story of Hans Castorp in "The Magic Mountain."

It's 60 years since The Lucky Country. Have we moved on from the bronzed Aussie male stereotype? | Frank Bongiorno and Mark McKenna

Horne's work reflected deep concerns about Australia's future amid societal changes and critiques of complacency.
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Opinion | Flattery as Trump Management Strategy

Trump's recent victory is uniquely accepted without the usual societal shock.
Many non-supporters are focusing on personal peace over political chaos.
A new era of public interaction with Trump reflects a reluctant acceptance.

The Atlantic's December Cover Story: David Brooks on How the Ivy League Broke America

The meritocratic system is failing and eroding trust in institutions, prompting shifts toward populist leadership.
#empowerment

How Progress Takes Timeand Women to Demand It

Change is a slow and ongoing process, often requiring risks and brave decisions from individuals and brands.

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.

How Progress Takes Timeand Women to Demand It

Change is a slow and ongoing process, often requiring risks and brave decisions from individuals and brands.

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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It's Time For Democrats To Get More Annoying

Outreach efforts are needed to engage those who may not currently share progressive values, emphasizing the importance of explaining empathy and solidarity.

I used to conserve artworks. Now I am in prison for taking climate action | Margaret Reid

The author reflects on the power of art to reveal societal issues, emphasizing its role in exposing corruption and provoking change.

Surrealism movement turns 100 DW 10/16/2024

Surrealism emerged as a movement aimed at reshaping society and perceptions through art, led by figures like Dali and Breton.
#mental-health

How a warming Earth is changing our brains, bodies and minds | Aeon Essays

John Ruskin connected changes in weather to societal moral gloom during the Industrial Revolution.

Parental stress is an urgent public health issue, U.S. surgeon general says in new advisory

Parental stress negatively impacts children's mental health, necessitating a shift in societal attitudes toward parenting and caregiving.

Surgeon General Advisory: We Need to Fix Parental Stress

Parents face significantly elevated stress levels leading to mental health issues affecting not just themselves, but also their children.

LGBTQ+ protestors once stormed a conference to declare war on psychiatry. I proudly was one of them. - LGBTQ Nation

Homosexuality's classification evolved from a mental disorder to a recognized identity, reflecting broader societal acceptance over time.

How a warming Earth is changing our brains, bodies and minds | Aeon Essays

John Ruskin connected changes in weather to societal moral gloom during the Industrial Revolution.

Parental stress is an urgent public health issue, U.S. surgeon general says in new advisory

Parental stress negatively impacts children's mental health, necessitating a shift in societal attitudes toward parenting and caregiving.

Surgeon General Advisory: We Need to Fix Parental Stress

Parents face significantly elevated stress levels leading to mental health issues affecting not just themselves, but also their children.

LGBTQ+ protestors once stormed a conference to declare war on psychiatry. I proudly was one of them. - LGBTQ Nation

Homosexuality's classification evolved from a mental disorder to a recognized identity, reflecting broader societal acceptance over time.
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5 Steps to Creating More Inclusive PR Campaigns | Entrepreneur

The advancement of societal acceptance and diversity is crucial in modern public relations.

Silver Lining or Just a Glimmer? Revisiting Algorithm Bias (Part 2)

Using machine learning to detect and address algorithmic bias offers potential benefits, but challenges in accuracy and reliability complicate the approach.

Opinion | Rape Cases in the Headlines and in Our Everyday Lives

Sexual violence remains a persistent issue across generations, with societal structures often favoring the perpetrators over the victims.

Hope for shelter pets: Small actions, big impact

Adopting pets from shelters can significantly reduce the killing rate of animals, as only a small shift in adoption choices can save lives.

I have a pretty carefree life': four adults on what being childfree is like

Increasing numbers of adults in the US are choosing not to have children, reflecting significant changes in societal attitudes.

Estudio Situational 001 - KALTBLUT Magazine

The project examines the evolution of gender construction over 50 years, using Grace Jones as a pivotal reference point for societal change.

Un Ode de l'Provocateur du Bitcoin

Bitcoin advocates rise amidst societal upheaval, emphasizing resilience and monetary change.

Why French mass rape trial has torpedoed the idea that women can ever be truly safe

Gisele Pelicot embodies courage and dignity, using her experience to advocate for victims of sexual abuse and change societal perceptions of shame.

'Unprecedented Times' Is the New Normal

The phrase 'unprecedented times' signifies a collective mood of instability that has embedded itself in contemporary discourse.

Dining across the divide: I kept telling him he was far more leftwing than he thought he was'

The article explores differing perspectives on trans rights and societal changes, showcasing the complexities of political discussions and personal beliefs.

Private Revolutions by Yuan Yang review an intimate account of how China is changing

Yuan Yang's book explores the lives of four women from her generation in China, showing their diverse paths to success amidst sociopolitical change.

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.

Juxtapoz Magazine - A Portfolio: Kim Martinez

Martinez creates Mujeres de Colores series, reflecting women of color experiences through superheroic characters with no visual references, using intense colors to symbolize impatience for societal change.
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