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Migrant Lives Society

In Lisbon, A Brazilian Theater Troupe Explores A Unique Migrant Experience

A new group theater in Lisbon — made up by a majority of Brazilian migrants — has set out to explore the idea of migration through plays. They started with putting in scene a story about the concept of nationhood — because every migration story looks different, but it also has some universal basis, the artists tell independent media Mensagem.

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Society

Ice Ice Baby: When Things Get Steamy Between Antarctic Researchers

Argentina’s Antarctic bases are staffed by isolated and often young scientists confined in close quarters.

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Society Women Worldwide

“Most Views”: In This Egyptian Series, TikTok Girls Pay The Price Of Preaching

While “Most Views” which aired in Egypt during the month of Ramadan is credited with showing poverty in the country, the drama series misses an important opportunity to address the root causes of the TikTok girl trend.

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This Happened

This Happened — October 20: Sydney Opera House Opens

The Sydney Opera House opened on this day in 1973. Who designed the Sydney Opera House? The Sydney Opera House was designed by the renowned Danish architect Jørn Utzon. Its innovative and iconic design is internationally recognized and admired for its distinctive shell-like structures. It is considered one of the most iconic and significant architectural […]

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Society

China’s Costume Drama Television Ban Is A Political Mystery

The National Radio and Television Administration has issued a ban on historic melodrama in time for the 70th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China. A billion-dollar industry is turned upside down.

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Society

Searching For Summer Camp In Russia Is Serious Business

MOSCOW — In a small town outside the capital, 15-year-old boys live in barracks with soldiers. They march in formation, memorize army regulations and sing songs in unison. “After our camp, young men aren’t afraid of hazing,” says Vladimir Prixodko, the camp director, referring to a persistent problem in the Russian army that has scared […]

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