In the current political landscape, right-wing movements across the UK and the USA have perfected a tactical approach that centres on making things up. From fabricated cultural crises to exaggerated policy claims, right-wing politicians and commentators have mastered the art of creating narratives that seize headlines, dominate social media,...
Throughout the 20th century, the Soviet Union was frequently described as a communist state, both by its supporters and detractors. This characterisation became especially prevalent during the Cold War, when the global conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union was framed as a titanic struggle between capitalism...
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The Great War, known today as World War I, brought untold sorrow to countless families across Britain. One such family, the Beecheys of Lincoln, became a symbol of sacrifice and the high cost of war. At the heart of this story is...
Tax evasion and benefit fraud are two distinct yet interconnected issues that pose significant challenges to the UK economy. Tax evasion involves the deliberate underreporting of income or assets to avoid paying taxes, while benefit fraud refers to individuals dishonestly claiming government assistance or welfare benefits they are not...
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In today's fast-paced world, where information is abundant and readily accessible, the role of the media in shaping public opinion and discourse has never been more significant. While corporate media has traditionally held sway over the dissemination of news and information, the...
In November 2023, four German philosophers, including Jurgen Habermas, posted the following:
'The current situation created by Hamas‘ extreme atrocity and Israel’s response to it has led to a cascade of moral and political statements and protests. We believe that amidst all the conflicting views being expressed, there are some...
The topic of lobby funding and political donations, particularly involving foreign entities or interests, is highly sensitive and often controversial. When it comes to the Labour Party in the UK and its connections with Israel or pro-Israel groups, there has been significant debate and discussion, particularly in relation to...
Satire crossed the Rubicon and became reality. This is as accurate as accurate could be.
How the UK was portrayed in 2023 by a foreign TV station.
This is supposed to be Satire. Its not. It’s fucking reality. pic.twitter.com/MalhLHiC33— The Ayrshire Separatist. (@DanielJMath1) December 16, 2023
Not satire. Reality.
Some reasons...
Philippa Foot was a prominent British philosopher renowned for her work in ethics and moral philosophy. Born Philippa Ruth Bosanquet on 3rd October 1920 in Owston Ferry, Lincolnshire, she was the granddaughter of U.S. President Grover Cleveland. Her early life was marked by privilege, but she was also deeply...
According to the World Economic Forum the spending on welfare systems related to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is ranked as follows
Highest to Lowest Social Spending as a Percentage of GDP:
France
Social spending: ~31-32% of GDP
France is renowned for its extensive welfare programmes, including universal healthcare, pensions, and unemployment benefits.
Belgium
Social spending:...
