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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Warfare Theology

The article explores the historical and contemporary relationship between religion and warfare, highlighting how religious doctrines have evolved concerning the concepts of just and unjust wars.

Mar 11 โ€ข 19:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Historical Society of Alberta to lose all provincial funding

The Historical Society of Alberta will lose all provincial funding in the upcoming 2026 budget, threatening its future operations.

Mar 11 โ€ข 04:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

150 Years Since the First

The article reflects on the historical context and evolution of the telephone from its inception 150 years ago, questioning why society today experiences a moral panic about smartphones compared to the initial acceptance of the telephone.

Mar 10 โ€ข 15:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Violence, Poverty, Ten Children. What Traditional Values Really Meant for Women in Slovakia (Discussion)

This article discusses the historical and ongoing struggles of women in Slovakia regarding traditional values and gender roles, highlighting inequities and societal expectations from the past to the present.

Mar 9 โ€ข 18:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
National & Local

Just a Baker's Egoism and We Have the Best Bread in Town. Yet, For 250 Years, We Have Made the Same Mistakes That Adam Smith Warned About, Says an Economics Professor

Professor Josef ล รญma discusses how society continues to repeat the economic mistakes highlighted by Adam Smith 250 years ago, emphasizing the importance of free individual interests over central planning.

Mar 9 โ€ข 06:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

What would Jesus say about AI? Are we building another golden calf?

The article reflects on the pervasive influence of AI in modern life and draws parallels to the concept of false idols, questioning how society's worship of technology resembles historical worship of golden calves.

Mar 8 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Why is International Women's Day celebrated today?

International Women's Day, celebrated on March 8, recognizes the historical significance of women's contributions to society and their ongoing struggles for rights.

Mar 8 โ€ข 10:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

Beck: If fanatics do not agree on the values of race or the will of the leader, the conflict can only be resolved by war

Boris Beck discusses the implications of fanaticism and societal conflict through the lens of historical and contemporary events in Iran.

Mar 8 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Letters from readers: The cultural divide, staging, regression

The article emphasizes the importance of understanding Argentina's cultural divide and historical roots, urging a return to disciplines and values stemming from Greek philosophy and Judeo-Christian ethics.

Mar 7 โ€ข 03:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

"The End of Everything. How War Leads to Destruction": Serving God, Worshiping the King, and Becoming Rich

The article features an excerpt from Victor Davis Hanson's upcoming book that examines historical conquests and their implications for society.

Mar 6 โ€ข 14:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Convenience brings alienation... Desire discomfort

The article explores the historical struggle humanity faces regarding the management of desire, contrasting traditional views that see desire as a negative force with contemporary perspectives that celebrate individual expression and the role of desire in economic systems.

Mar 6 โ€ข 00:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

More parties, more society

The article discusses the historical context and consequences of Mexico's party system established in the Constitution, inherited from a state party regime that distrusted citizen voting.

Mar 5 โ€ข 10:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

COMMENTARY โŸฉ Help, the world is changing! Again!

The article reflects on the cyclical nature of societal panic regarding global change, suggesting that fear of the unknown often drives extreme reactions.

Mar 4 โ€ข 19:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Blind Spots of Slovak Society

The article critiques Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's misleading narratives about the 1989 fall of communism, emphasizing the role of the communist secret police in maintaining the regime.

Mar 2 โ€ข 11:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
Life & Tech

Language Outburst. Can Every Word Be Offensive?

The article explores the nuanced nature of language, arguing that while words can be offensive, their meanings and implications often depend on the context and historical usage.

Mar 2 โ€ข 06:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

LEAD โž” Why should we support them in the elections?

The article explores the importance of clear and effective laws as a foundation for society, reflecting on historical perspectives and the current state of legal complexities.

Feb 27 โ€ข 22:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Understanding the Economic Power in the Far East: China

The article discusses China's historical and current economic significance, emphasizing its evolution from a fragmented society to a major global trading partner for Germany.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Right-wing extremist worldview after 1945: Old Nazis in new clothes

The article discusses recent scholarly works addressing the historical continuity of right-wing extremism in Germany, particularly in the context of society's responses to it over the decades since 1945.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Those invisible deaths

The case of Quentin Deranque reflects a broader historical issue of violence in society, which Italian progressives are hesitant to confront due to ideological discomfort.

Feb 22 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The word victim

The article discusses the shifting perception of victims in society and historical contexts.

Feb 21 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Attempts to Silence Frustrated Voices Will Cause the Radicalization of Suppressed Opinions

The article discusses the consequences of attempts to suppress dissenting opinions, invoking historical and contemporary violent protests around the world.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

The temptation to disappear

The article explores the metaphorical desire to retreat from society when its foundational values collapse, likening this impulse to the historical disappearance of Neanderthals.

Feb 20 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Fatal Prohibition Experiment

The article reflects on the implications of prohibition in American society, using historical examples to argue against current fears of societal collapse.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Isak Grรถndahl: Jesusโ€™ fasting paid off poorly - will todayโ€™s media people fare better?

The article explores the concept of fasting, linking it to historical and contemporary practices, and contemplates its relevance and effectiveness in modern society.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

A new 'programming' that will serve humanity

The article discusses the historical context and contemporary impact of artificial intelligence (AI) as a transformative force in society.

Feb 17 โ€ข 07:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

British Cemetery: the imposing tombs of those who marked a part of the country's history

The British Cemetery in Buenos Aires is a significant historical site that houses the tombs of notable figures who contributed to various aspects of Argentine society.

Feb 14 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

LEAVE BEHIND THESE TERRIBLE WEIGHT LOSS TIPS

The article discusses the historical context of weight loss trends, highlighting extreme measures taken by individuals to achieve thinness, often at the cost of their health and well-being.

Feb 12 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Are we all going to die in a nuclear war?

The article explores the cultural and historical roots of the nuclear war threat narrative, primarily emphasizing its origins in American society.

Feb 11 โ€ข 07:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

The selenite sequoia, soybeans, and sumaรบmas

The article reflects on the authorโ€™s childhood experiences with space exploration and environmental conservation, highlighting the impact of historical events on Brazilian nature and society.

Feb 8 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The Eternal False Myth of Peaceful Demonstrations

The article critiques the notion that peaceful protests are undisturbed by violence, highlighting historical patterns of disruption by extremist groups.

Feb 8 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

From the Old Regime to the Epstein Affair: How Sexual Scandals Undermine the Moral Credit of Elites

The article discusses how sexual scandals, from historical events to the Epstein case, impact the legitimacy and moral credit of elites in society.

Feb 7 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
Crime & Justice

We Live in a Transparent Society. Epstein's Archives Also Show How Our Relationship with the Past is Changing

The article discusses the enormous volume of Jeffrey Epstein's archives, newly released documents that reveal both shocking content and societal implications regarding our relationship with historical records.

Feb 6 โ€ข 15:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Map of Syrian Drama in Ramadan 2026

As the Ramadan 2026 drama season approaches, Syrian productions are set to play a significant role with a variety of series reflecting the changes in Syrian society, including contemporary social dramas, historical epics, comedies, and works highlighting past crimes of the Syrian regime, featuring prominent Syrian actors.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Finding Historical Puzzles [Knock! Korean Society]

The article discusses the historical figure Won Gyun, examining his legacy and the evaluations he received during his time, particularly in contrast to Yi Sun-sin.

Feb 4 โ€ข 11:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The President's Promise to Preserve the Dongsanju Sex Disease Control Center Must Be Executed

Citizen groups are urging the government to implement President Lee Jae-myung's promise to preserve the historical Dongsanju Sex Disease Control Center, which is currently at risk of demolition, emphasizing the lack of follow-up actions despite promises made.

Feb 3 โ€ข 06:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Life & Tech

Karolis Kaupinis on the musical collage 'Song Festival': 'I am looking for who we are'

Karolis Kaupinis reflects on the essence of society and national identity through his musical collage 'Song Festival', exploring enduring traits versus those shaped by transient political and historical circumstances.

Feb 2 โ€ข 10:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

She Joined the Socialist Uprising. Her Works Are Still Relevant Today

Rosa Luxemburg was a prominent socialist in Germany, best known for her activism shortly after World War I, and her ideas continue to resonate in historical discussions about the role of the working class in the fight for a fairer society.

Jan 15 โ€ข 06:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

Hitrec: The Famous Division Between Patriots and Idiots Holds Up and Will Continue

The article discusses the ongoing societal divisions between patriots and critics, reflecting on historical tragedies and personal connections to Venezuela.

Jan 8 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Return of Apocalypse Fear: We Can't Escape It

The article discusses the resurgence of apocalyptic fears in society and questions whether our current thinking is equipped to handle the historical moment we are experiencing, referencing a play by Thornton Wilder that deals with a family's repeated encounters with disasters.

Jan 7 โ€ข 12:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The dialogue in the window, when unity becomes a staging

The article explores the idea that a society may believe it is progressing but can instead find itself regressing, repeating outdated patterns under new guises, reminiscent of Marx's insights on historical cycles.

Jan 5 โ€ข 19:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Life & Tech

Polarization: "You could easily have referred to Adorno as a 'lateral thinker'"

In his essay 'Outsiders', Ralf Konersmann examines historical outsiders like Socrates and Rousseau, linking them to the contemporary, often stigmatized term 'lateral thinker'.

Jan 4 โ€ข 10:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Robert Gwiazdowski: About the prosecutor who read Radbruch

The article discusses the historical and ongoing issues of authority abuse and the societal classification of citizens in Poland, drawing parallels to past governance under communist rule.

Jan 2 โ€ข 12:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
Life & Tech

We Are Too Dumb for This Man

The article discusses Jean Paul, one of Germany's greatest writers, who is often forgotten, using the peculiar fact that his hometown school in Wunsiedel houses a mummy as a metaphor for contemporary society's relationship with historical figures.

Dec 30 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
National & Local

Music to Remember the Sahara and Palestine and "Not to Settle for the Spectacle of the World"

The article highlights the historical oppression faced by Palestine and the Sahrawi people, emphasizing the solidarity expressed by Canarian society towards their struggles for identity and sovereignty.

Dec 27 โ€ข 10:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Efsyn
World

The Attendance Register of Time: Happy 1926 - The End of Innocence

The article explores the significant societal changes and historical events of 1926 that marked the end of innocence in a certain context.

Dec 26 โ€ข 19:22 UTC

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