The path to dictatorship was opened not only by the Reichstag fire for Hitler but also by the passivity, naivety, or cowardice of many democrats
The article discusses how the Reichstag fire facilitated Adolf Hitler's rise to dictatorship, emphasizing the responsibility of democratic leaders who failed to counteract his methods.
Herzog Institute takes action in the STF against amnesty for the murder of Rubens Paiva
The Vladimir Herzog Institute has been admitted as amicus curiae in a Supreme Federal Court case regarding the applicability of the Amnesty Law to the case of Rubens Paiva, a former congressman who was disappeared and murdered during the military dictatorship in Brazil.
Nelson Rodrigues Filho, journalist and writer, dies in Rio at 79
Nelson Rodrigues Filho, a well-known journalist and playwright, has passed away at the age of 79 after battling health issues, including pneumonia.
Blatter criticizes Infantino and describes FIFA as a "dictatorship"
Former FIFA president Joseph Blatter has condemned current president Gianni Infantino, labeling FIFA as a dictatorship under his leadership.
Netflix reveals first images of the series 'Brasil 70', which tells the story of the World Cup victory of the national team
Netflix has released the first images and a new video of 'Brasil 70 – The Saga of the Tri', a mini-series set to premiere in 2026, depicting Brazil's triumphant 1970 World Cup campaign.
Congress leader Pawan Khera's major attack on BJP
Congress leader Pawan Khera criticized the BJP for arresting leaders from the Youth Congress during peaceful protests, calling it shameful and a sign of dictatorship.
Kim Jong-un’s Appointment as General Secretary is ‘Theatrical Politics’, Says Former North Korean Diplomat about the Party Congress
A former North Korean diplomat claims Kim Jong-un's reappointment is merely theatrical politics to emphasize that North Korea is not a dictatorship.
Four years of war, Putin is a failed dictator
The article discusses the implications of four years of conflict regarding Putin's leadership and describes him as a failed dictator.
'The Prime Minister has started a dictatorship,' said Jitu Patwari
Jitu Patwari criticizes the Prime Minister of India for adopting a dictatorial attitude towards opposition parties, which he believes undermines democratic principles.
Until now, attempts have been made to establish a dictatorship in disguise; the 'Ben Gvir Law' signifies that the mask has been removed
The Israeli government proposes a law to limit judicial oversight over ministerial appointments, aimed at protecting Itamar Ben Gvir's position.
Books Unravel the Last Military Coup in Argentina
This article explores significant books that examine the military dictatorship in Argentina from 1976 to 1983, highlighting the societal impact and the continued political ramifications 50 years later.
BBB 26: Former federal deputy and almost centenarian: who is Ana Paula Renault's father?
The article discusses the controversial figure of Ana Paula Renault's father, Gerardo Henrique Machado Renault, and his background as a former federal deputy during Brazil's military dictatorship.
Zelensky laughs off Trump’s ‘dictator’ accusation (VIDEO)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Trump’s label of him as a dictator during a BBC interview, asserting he did not start the war and implying Trump’s political future is uncertain.
The Spanish prosecutor who discovered that her own uncle was an Argentine genocidal: "It's frightening to think that he was involved with the suffering of so many people"
A Spanish prosecutor, Alexandra García Tabernero, learns that her uncle was an Argentine military officer implicated in human rights abuses during the dictatorship, prompting a profound personal and professional reckoning.
North Korea's leader re-elected
Kim Jong-un has been re-elected as the leader of North Korea during the party congress.
A grandson of Raúl, the link between the Cuban dictatorship and the White House diplomacy
Raúl Guillermo Rodríguez Castro, known as 'the crab', is reportedly in contact with Marco Rubio regarding discussions about the future of the Cuban government.
From the Occupation of the Law School to the 'Markezini Experiment': The Turbulent Year of 1973
The article discusses the turbulent events of 1973 in Greece, focusing on the student occupation of the Law School and the political crises faced by the dictatorship.
The new semester in Iran began with protests. Death to the dictator, chanted students
Students in Iran have initiated protests at the start of the new semester, demanding an end to the dictatorship.
The Secret Agent, the thriller with an atypical hero that may give Brazil its second consecutive Oscar
The film 'The Secret Agent', which opens in Argentine cinemas, is a strong contender for Brazil's second consecutive Oscar win, focusing on themes from the Brazilian military dictatorship.
When Mussolini was injured by a mortar shell, he barely survived
The article recounts a historical incident where Benito Mussolini was injured by a mortar shell during World War I on February 22, 1917.
They used chemical weapons. Nevertheless, it is not possible to create a full dictatorship
Georgia has transformed from a nation with a European future into an authoritarian state suppressing civil liberties, marked by mass protests and allegations of the use of chemical weapons by the government.
Jaime Bayly: "We must escape from the dictatorship of truth," he says about his novel 'The Coup Plotters'
Jaime Bayly reflects on happiness and its absence in literature while promoting his new novel.
Why do we love dictators in well-fitted suits? A new book describes the methods of leaders who exchanged fear for deception
The article discusses the changing nature of tyrannies in the 20th century as described in a book by economists Sergei Guriev and Daniel Treisman, highlighting a shift from overt violence to more subtle forms of manipulation in modern authoritarian regimes.
In the Wake of Halley, a Novel Revisits the Silences of the Dictatorship and Democratization
In 1986, the Halley comet passed near Earth, reflecting Brazil's political atmosphere of tension and hope during the transition from a military dictatorship to democracy.
Bukele, portrait of a dictator: 'He will become much more violent and dangerous when unpopular'
The article discusses the perception of El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele as a dictator and the societal implications of his governance style.
Why did you survive? After 50 years of silence, a survivor of the dictatorship shares her story
A 74-year-old Argentine woman recounts her traumatic past during the dictatorship, including her involvement with the Montoneros and her eventual abduction in 1978.
Hands off the Greek broadcast of Deutsche Welle!
The article defends the legacy of Deutsche Welle's Greek broadcast, highlighting its historical significance during the dictatorship in Greece.
'The Secret Agent': the title is stimulating, the rest is not
'The Secret Agent' presents a provocative title but ultimately fails to deliver in its content, engaging the audience less than expected.
Referendum, Bindi: 'The Colle has been ignored, risking dictatorship of the majority'
Former minister Bindi warns against the potential for a majority dictatorship due to the government's dismissive rhetoric towards the judiciary.
North Korea: Will North Korea's Dictator Hand Power to His Daughter?
Kim Jong-un's frequent public appearances with his daughter Ju Ae have raised speculation about her being his potential successor.
UFC legend Jorge Masvidal calls for Trump to take out Cuban dictatorship: 'Should have been done 60 years ago'
UFC fighter Jorge Masvidal urged Donald Trump to take action against the Cuban dictatorship, stating it should have been done decades earlier.
Study: About 1 in 5 EU citizens prefer dictatorship - Two negative 'firsts' for Greece
A recent study reveals that approximately 22% of EU citizens find dictatorship preferable to democracy in some cases, highlighting a significant distrust in institutions, with Greece showing alarming dissatisfaction in democratic processes.
Mocidade portrays Rita Lee's imprisonment and censorship during the military dictatorship
The Mocidade Independente de Padre Miguel school depicted Rita Lee's imprisonment and censorship during Brazil's military dictatorship in its Carnival parade.
Kast rejects Chilean aid to Cuba: 'I do not agree to give financial aid to a government that has generated a dictatorship'
José Antonio Kast, the newly elected president of Chile, opposed financial aid sent to Cuba, criticizing the Cuban government for its dictatorship and the dire situation of its people.
The Legend of Eusébio, the Footballer Who Defied England and His Own Dictator: 'If I am a State Asset, Why Should I Pay Taxes?')
The article explores the life of Eusébio, a Portuguese football legend, who stood up against both England during a historic World Cup and a dictatorial regime in Portugal regarding tax issues.
Mayans launched a controversial disqualification against Milei: "He has behaviors similar to Videla"
José Mayans criticized Javier Milei's approach, comparing him to the dictatorship of Jorge Rafael Videla following the Senate's approval of labor reform.
A folk singer accused Victoria Villarruel of being a "denier" during her visit to La Rioja
Folk singer Ramiro González criticized Argentina's Vice President Victoria Villarruel as a 'denier' at the National Chaya Festival.
Gramsci, Popper, the Papanaastasiou Group, Poulantzas, the Dimitrakos Dictionary
The article discusses a conversation with political philosophy professor Dimitris Dimitrakos, reflecting on influential thinkers and his radicalization during a dictatorship in Greece.
The Divine Ayuso
The article discusses Isabel Díaz Ayuso's appearance at a lavish gala at Mar-a-Lago hosted by Donald Trump, where she makes controversial statements equating the Mexican government with the Cuban dictatorship.
The dictatorship will fall in Cuba in the coming months
Speculations suggest that the dictatorship in Cuba may collapse within months due to various political pressures.
Dino votes that the amnesty law from the dictatorship should not apply to concealment of corpses, and Moraes requests a view
Minister Flávio Dino voted that the Amnesty Law should not protect individuals who engaged in crimes such as concealment of corpses during Brazil's military dictatorship, while Justice Alexandre de Moraes requested further time to analyze the case.
Paraguayan Justice Convicts Three Torturers of the Stroessner Dictatorship 50 Years Later
Three former police officers have been sentenced to prison for torture committed during the Alfredo Stroessner dictatorship in Paraguay, marking a significant historical moment.
Dino votes against the application of the Amnesty Law to cases of disappearance during the military dictatorship; Moraes requests time to analyze
Brazilian Minister Flávio Dino voted against applying the Amnesty Law to ongoing crimes from the military dictatorship, leading to a suspension of the trial for further review.
With almost four decades on the street, the block that was born at the end of the dictatorship opens the carnival in Sorocaba
The bloco 'Depois a Gente Se Vira' officially opens the carnival in Sorocaba, Brazil, emphasizing social critique alongside festive celebrations.
No excuses for the end of Nicolás Maduro
The article condemns Nicolás Maduro's dictatorship in Venezuela, highlighting the severe human rights violations and humanitarian crisis caused by his regime.
STF begins to judge whether the Amnesty Law can be applied to ongoing crimes from the dictatorship; understand
The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) is reviewing whether the Amnesty Law applies to crimes committed during the military dictatorship that are still ongoing today.
STF begins trial that could overturn amnesty for dictatorship agents who concealed bodies
The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil is starting a trial that may determine whether the 1979 Amnesty Law protects military officers accused of concealing bodies during the dictatorship.
"A revolution is like a volcano. You never know when it will erupt"
The mini-documentary highlights the turbulent journey of Tunisia from a dictatorship to democracy and the subsequent challenges it faces, reflecting on the Arab Spring's legacy.
Sheinbaum responds to Ayuso, who equated the Government of Mexico with the Cuban dictatorship: 'What she says is totally false'
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum defends her government against criticism from Madrid's President Isabel Díaz Ayuso, who compared it to the Cuban dictatorship, insisting on Mexico's commitment to freedom of expression and its unique political path.
Secret Agents, Secret Landscapes
The article discusses the Brazilian film 'Secret Agent' by Kleber Mendonça Filho, reflecting on its political themes during Brazil's military dictatorship in 1977.