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Young child interacting with a humanoid robot adorned with flowers in a busy indoor marketplace, illustrating the integration of artificial intelligence in everyday life.

Artificial Intelligence 2024: Trends, Impacts, Implications

The Artificial Intelligence Index Report 2024 offers a comprehensive analysis of the latest developments in AI, highlighting key trends, technological…

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Democracy is in danger: the Freedom in the World 2024 report classifies 84 countries and territories as 'Free' (in green), 59 as 'Partly Free' (in yellow), and 67 as 'Not Free' (in purple).

The Politics Brief

Democracy in 2024: Elections, Autocratization, and Freedom

With nearly 3 billion voters engaged in the largest electoral cycle in history, 2024 is critical for global democracy. Reports…

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Close-up of a young fern unfurling, symbolizing growth and biodiversity within a lush, green ecosystem.

The Politics Brief

Living Planet 2024: Biodiversity in Crisis

The Living Planet Report 2024 reveals a staggering 73% decline in global wildlife populations over the past 50 years. As…

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The image depicts an anonymous figure wearing a "Guy Fawkes" mask, a symbol associated with protest movements and digital activism. In the context of content moderation, this image might be sensitive due to its connections with demonstrations and activities that could be regulated on digital platforms. The combination of the mask with an urban autumn setting adds a layer of ambiguity, which might influence moderation decisions depending on the context of use and the platform's policies.

The Politics Brief

Localized Content Moderation: A Human Rights Approach

Adopting a human-centered, localized approach to content moderation is crucial for effectively regulating online hate speech.

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The Citizens United decision has substantially amplified the power of wealthy donors in American politics.

The Politics Brief

Citizens United: Impact of Wealthy Donors and Dark Money

The effectiveness of legislative efforts to curb dark money, the role of media in exposing or concealing financial influences, and…

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Frederick Douglass embodies the power of slave narratives in shaping American history and identity.

Political History

Slave Narratives: Shaping American Literature and Identity

Slave narratives, weaving resilience and resistance into the fabric of American identity, illuminate the path from bondage to collective liberation.

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Vibrant street mural depicting a colorful, abstract urban slum, symbolizing the complex layers and hidden narratives of urban precarity.

Culture & Politics

Urban Precarity: Art’s Political Lens

Artistic portrayals of marginalized cityscapes challenge perceptions, reshaping the global understanding of urban precarity.

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Digital artwork illustrating AI bias as binary code waves in a vast ocean separating islands of diverse individuals, symbolizing the segregation and interconnectedness in data-driven societies. This image underscores the urgent need to navigate AI bias for an inclusive future.

Technology

AI Bias: Navigating Ethics and Policy in Digital Age

Exploring the critical intersection of advanced technology and societal prejudices, AI Bias reshapes our understanding and future of ethical AI…

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The Rassemblement National emphasizes Christian heritage as central to France's identity and values. Blandine Le Cain

Politics & Religion

Christian Heritage: Shaping Europe’s Populist Discourse

In a Europe at the crossroads, populist movements champion Christian heritage, crafting a narrative that prioritizes cultural legacy over the…

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At the crossroads of local and national politics, local populist movements in Western Europe resonate with the demands of citizens who call for the defunding and reduction of politicians' power, as symbolically suggested by this cap with the slogan 'DEFUND THE POLITICIANS.' Photo by Gilbert Mercier.

Analysis & Theories

Populist Localism: Europe’s New Political Wave

Populist localism silently molds Western Europe's political landscape, navigating the tension between local identity and democratic principles.

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Pop art illustration of a porcupine upholding libertarian ethics by grasping the Torch of Liberty, symbolizing freedom and individualism. The graphic is divided by a vertical line, with one side depicting vertical stripes in teal, yellow, and light blue, and the other showing the porcupine in stark black, white, and gold tones. The image conveys a strong message of self-ownership and non-aggression principle through its bold lines and contrasting colors.

Environment & Animals

Libertarian Ethics: A New Dawn for Animal Rights

Reexamining animal rights through a libertarian lens, this article unveils a novel ethical framework, balancing individual liberty with animal welfare.

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