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Jun 9, 2023

The Morality of Political Authority: A Comprehensive Examination of Accountability and Duty

Within the intricate web of political authority, ethics plays a crucial role. As we navigate this complex terrain, it is essential to give careful consideration to two fundamental aspects: accountability and responsibility. These two pillars strengthen the ethical application of political power and harmoniously shape effective governance. Unraveling the Dynamics of Political Authority

Jun 8, 2023

Los Angeles implemented a new tax on luxurious real estate to finance affordable housing and combat homelessness

Los Angeles implemented a so-called “mansion tax”. At a rate of 4% for real estate purchases between 5 and 10 million dollars and 5.5 percent for properties over ten million dollars. All in all, the tax is expected to bring in about 670 million dollars of revenue. The money is mend to finance

Jun 5, 2023

How AI could take over elections – and undermine democracy

An AI-driven political campaign could be all things to all people. Eric Smalley, TCUS; Biodiversity Heritage Library/Flickr; Taymaz Valley/Flickr, CC BY-ND Archon Fung, Harvard Kennedy School and Lawrence Lessig, Harvard University Could organizations use artificial intelligence language models such as ChatGPT to induce voters to behave in specific ways? Sen. Josh Hawley asked

Jun 5, 2023

Spanish elections: why devastating local losses to the right have forced socialist prime minister Pedro Sánchez to call an early national vote

Pedro Sánchez announcing that next general elections in Spain will be held the 23rd of July, 2023. La Moncloa Juan Luis Manfredi, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha The local and regional elections that took place the 28th May have shaken up the political chessboard in Spain. The right-wing Partido Popular took the largest proportion

Jun 5, 2023

The Power of Giving: How Charities Are Making a Difference in Communities

In the ever-evolving society we inhabit, one constant remains – the human capacity for compassion and the desire to effect change. Charities embody this spirit of giving and altruism, serving as the lifeblood of communities worldwide. They are the unseen heroes, extending support and enriching lives, addressing diverse issues from poverty and education

May 30, 2023

South Africa begins own production of groundbreaking HIV-prevention drug to make it affordable within the continent

South Africa will soon begin production of the groundbreaking HIV-prevention drug, long-acting cabotegravir (CAB-LA), finally making the life-saving treatment affordable within the African continent. The treatment, which must be injected every two months, almost entirely eliminates the risk of becoming infected by HIV through sex. This development is expected to help millions of

May 30, 2023

AI impact on human rights to come under scrutiny

By: Neena Bhandari The Australian human rights commission has embarked on a project looking at the social risks and benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) — a technology whose implications experts say are also beginning to emerge in the developing world. Launched with a report published on 24 July, the project is looking

May 29, 2023

Tinubu inherits Nigeria’s high debt – an economist analyses what this means for the country’s future

Bola Ahmed Tinubu speaking at a Chatham House event, London, in December 2022. Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Facebook page Stephen Onyeiwu, Allegheny College As the 16th president of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu inherits an economy that is grappling with inflation, chronic unemployment, extreme poverty, crumbling infrastructure and insecurity. Nigeria’s debt profile stands out

May 29, 2023

Despite the war, Russia is still part of Europe – for a lasting peace both sides need to remember that

Anna Matveeva, King’s College London After a year of war in Ukraine it has become commonplace among western commentators to argue that the war is deeply rooted in the “Russian mentality”, history and culture. Russians, it is said have an imperial mindset. Russian citizens share a collective responsibility, regardless of their personal positions.

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