Politics
With the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, statements concerning the fate of Syrian asylum seekers and refugees in Europe have proliferated. Beyond these heated reactions, the regime’s collapse raises critical sociological, legal, and political questions that scientific research could help address. In an optimistic scenario for Syria, will Syrian refugees ...
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Populism has been defined as one of the key threats to democracy since the early 2000s making experts increasingly concerned. Populist Radical Right (PRR) parties have been gaining influence in the European Union, even in member states once considered immune to their popularity. By examining the characteristics of these PRR
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“La Grande Magia,” a Neapolitan postwar play, blurs the line between illusion and reality, highlighting how we often prefer to entertain comforting illusions instead of facing the hard truths. This theme feels vividly relevant today. As we observe with astonishment the current US-American political events, the parallels seem too close
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As a result of climate-induced more frequent and severe natural disasters, many are being forced to leave their homes. South America, with its history of natural disasters and inequality, faces a challenge. But are the countries of the continent prepared for this growing wave of climate migration? A comparison of
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Italy’s complex history, marked by a century-long fragmentation, a difficult unification, a liberal period followed by 20 years of fascist rule, as well as persisting political and cultural divides, makes it challenging to define a cohesive national identity. Italians historically often felt a stronger connection to their municipalities than to
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