Tag #Social Commentary

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All We Imagine as Light" Wins Cannes Grand Prix

Payal Kapadia's "All We Imagine as Light" won the Cannes Grand Prix, becoming the first Indian film to achieve this; the film, portraying three working-class women in Mumbai, is now receiving international distribution.

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20% Bias Score

Gender Equality
kathimerini.gr
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Costa Rica Sculpture Sparks Debate on Animal Cruelty

A sculpture of an abused dog in Costa Rica aims to raise awareness about animal cruelty, mirroring past controversies surrounding artist Guillermo Vargas's provocative 'performance art' using starving animals, and highlighting the ineffectiveness of current legislation.

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52% Bias Score

No Poverty
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Google's "Year in Search 2024": Black Culture's Global Impact

Google's "Year in Search 2024" reveals Black cultural figures, including Kamala Harris, Katt Williams, Usher, and Mike Tyson, dominated search trends across various categories, reflecting their influence on global conversations and underscoring Black culture's economic and social power.

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48% Bias Score

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Suspect in CEO Murder Expressed Anger at US Healthcare System

Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old engineering graduate, was arrested in Pennsylvania for the murder of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthCare, in New York City on December 4th. Police found a three-page text expressing his anger towards the US healthcare system.

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36% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
theguardian.com
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Abidjan Slam Poetry Event Highlights West Africa's Socio-Political Challenges

Burkinabé poet and DJ Otemptic performed a slam poem in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, addressing jihadism and women's resilience, attracting 200 attendees and highlighting the use of spoken word poetry to process social and political challenges in West Africa.

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Quality Education
taz.de
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Framed Commentator Investigates Nazi Murder

A US political commentator is framed for the murder of a prominent online Nazi, leading him on a desperate quest to clear his name amidst accusations of betraying his activist roots, while facing threats to his family and career.

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Death of Social Commentator Jeremy Seabrook at 85

Jeremy Seabrook, a British social commentator, died aged 85; his six-decade career documented the impact of inequality and exploitation in post-industrial and post-imperial societies, using his research to analyze human experiences amidst rapid change, challenging both 1960s hedonism and later neoli...

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theguardian.com
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Black Doves" Redefines LGBTQ+ Representation on Television

Black Doves," starring Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw, challenges stereotypical portrayals of LGBTQ+ characters, presenting a complex hitman whose sexuality is a natural part of his life, not his defining characteristic. The show's creator, Joe Barton, avoids common pitfalls of the "gay best friend...

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44% Bias Score

Gender Equality
zeit.de
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Professor Redefines Surrealism in Unexpected Book Launch

Americanist Professor Pierre launched his book on Surrealism in Kreuzberg, presenting a controversial, personal perspective that contrasted sharply with the expectations of the mostly older attendees.

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64% Bias Score

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jpost.com
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Anora: Lap Dancer's Optimism Shattered by Harsh Realities

Sean Baker's "Anora", opening in Israel on December 12, follows Ani, a lap dancer in Brighton Beach, whose relationship with a wealthy Russian man leads to unexpected consequences, highlighting the harsh realities and vulnerabilities faced by sex workers.

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40% Bias Score

Gender Equality
elpais.com
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Tom Hanks: From Childhood Trauma to Hollywood Icon

Tom Hanks' childhood was marked by witnessing his grandfather's murder, parental divorce, and a nomadic lifestyle, shaping his complex personality and influencing his career choices, from early roles to his later focus on portraying positive, heroic characters.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Love Hotels of Japan

A French photographer documents the unique architecture of Japan's love hotels, revealing their cultural significance and evolution.

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24% Bias Score

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