Social Sciences
Jun 23, 2023
Dehumanization, animalization: Inside the terrible world of Swiss human zoos
After a stay in Leukerbad, James Baldwin affirmed:
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Social Sciences
Jun 1, 2023
Shows like 'Succession' tap into our deepest desires for escapism, says researcher
Though the finale of "Succession" aired on May 28, the conversation about our collective cultural obsession with the show still has fans rapt. What is it about this Emmy Award-winning Max series that fascinates people so ...
Social Sciences
Apr 20, 2023
Influencer emotional connection can affect purchasing decisions of social media followers
Social media influencers can significantly nudge the purchasing decisions made by their followers through the emotional connection they create and the quality of information they provide, according to a study in the International ...
Social Sciences
Apr 13, 2023
The disturbing trend of state media use of deepfakes
Social media has been awash with fake images of a stylish Pope Francis, Elon Musk protesting in New York and Donald Trump resisting arrest.
Social Sciences
Apr 12, 2023
Arab Americans are a much more diverse group than many of their neighbors mistakenly assume
Marking April as Arab American Heritage Month—a time to learn about the history, culture and contributions of our nearly 4 million strong community—is gaining traction across the country.
Social Sciences
Mar 21, 2023
Taoist rituals via video call and Tarot readings over WeChat: China's spiritual market is going digital
Since its inception in 1921, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has officially promoted an atheist and materialist ideology. But belief systems in China are making a comeback—and this comeback is largely happening online.
Social Sciences
Mar 21, 2023
Headlines with a negative twist boost the consumption of online news, demonstrates study
If it bleeds, it leads. The old newspaper adage tells us that gory headlines are good for sales. It is a tactic that tabloid newspapers have long exploited in their battle against dwindling circulation. Today's news market ...
Social Sciences
Mar 8, 2023
Discrimination based on caste is pervasive in South Asian communities around the world. Now Seattle has banned it
Seattle became the first city in the U.S. to outlaw caste-based discrimination against immigrants from stigmatized groups in South Asia's traditional social hierarchy.
Political science
Feb 13, 2023
Why populism has an enduring and ominous appeal
Max Weber, the founder of modern sociology, once argued that charismatic politicians are seen by their followers as saviors and heroes.
Social Sciences
Feb 1, 2023
Accra is congested, but relocating Ghana's capital is not the only option, say researchers
Capital cities play an important role in the socio-economic development of every country. People generally move to cities where there are opportunities.
