Hungary will no longer ‘tolerate’ public Pride march | National https://www.byteseu.com/785533/ #CostOfLiving #EqualityRights #Gender #GenderEquality #HumanGenderAndSexuality #HumanRights #Hungary #justice #LAW #LgbtPride #LGBTQRights #LGBTQ+ #partners/afp #Politics #SocialEthics #SocialIssues #ViktorOrbán

In Kerala, Keerthana Kunnath Photographs the Female Bodybuilders Defying Beauty Ideals

https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2025/01/keerthana-kunnath-bodybuilders/

And yet another video where the reasons why people are leaving Britain are discussed, focusing on economic, social, and political factors causing dissatisfaction and emigration. The speaker expresses a sense of lost ambitions and optimism and compares the national mindset to a loss of purpose and meaning. An important point is the outflow of wealthy and talented individuals who play a key role in economic growth, job creation, and tax revenues. Many of them move to Dubai or the USA due to lower taxes, a safe environment, and better opportunities for their children.

The speaker reflects on the imbalance between London - a global financial center - and the rest of Britain, where cities in the north and central areas are often overlooked. This geographical and economic gap reinforces the feeling of neglect and feeds dissatisfaction.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrCqsYqbuAc

Sonya Kelliher-Combs addresses what she describes as “the ongoing struggle for self-definition and identity in the Alaskan context,” delving into history, culture, family, and long-held customs.

https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2024/12/sonya-kelliher-combs-mark/

Have you ever thought about how your bacon, almond milk, or fish ends up on your table? Photographer George Steinmetz offers a remarkable look at landscapes, initiatives, and customs that shape how the world eats.

https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2024/12/george-steinmetz-feed-the-planet/

Latinxs, asians and literally anybody else inside or outside the US (except for some parts of Europe) treat black gringos better than white gringos

Why th are y'all still living in the 1800s Uh-merika? I understand English yet can't understand THAT!

It's so ironical to have problems like corruption, substances traffic and stuff in this region, but still not have your astronomic levels of RACISM.

Throughout 2024, we've chronicled hundreds of remarkable initiatives, artworks, discoveries, and events. It’s a privilege to be able to share so much creativity with you, and we thought we’d compile a list of our favorites.

https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2024/12/our-favorite-stories-2024/

https://blog.ari.lt/b/behavioural-sink-todays-world-utopia/

Behavioural sink in today’s world “utopia”?

In this post, I delve into the current global political climate, exploring the rise of extreme ideologies and their impact on democracy and human rights, since the United States presidential elections and recent European politics have ticked me off. I discuss the potential dangers of populist and nationalist movements as well as drawing on historical lessons and sociopolitical research, I emphasize the significance of informed decision-making and the crucial role individuals play in standing against extremism and promoting empathy and understanding. Ultimately, I warn of the risk of a behavioural sink, reflecting on the societal decay that could result from ignoring the lessons of history and forsaking our responsibility to protect human dignity and global cooperation. Stay aware, ethical, and human - don’t be Homo Sovieticus, be Homo Sapiens - a thinking human.

Uzbek Blogger Prosecuted for Post about Daughter’s Birth https://timesca.com/uzbek-blogger-prosecuted-for-post-about-daughters-birth/ #Uzbekistan #UzbekBlogger #GenderBias #CulturalNorms #GenderEquality #SocialIssues #WomenRights #SardorGangster #GenderImbalance #Eurasia #CentralAsia

Raised in Chicago and now based in the Bronx, Yashua Klos is researching the history of riots for Black justice.

https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2024/08/yashua-klos-portraits/

Johanna Goodman’s lighthearted collages highlight vital issues, current events, and pivotal personalities.

https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2024/08/johanna-goodman-collages/

️ Photobook by Kirsty Mackay @KirstyGMackay
documents those left behind by the cost-of-living crisis
#KirstyMacKay #Photography #Poverty #SocialIssues

https://creativeboom.com/features/the-magic-money-tree-by-kirsty-mackay/

Diego De La Rosa's "The Night You Love Me" features 14 paintings that reflect Venezuelans’ struggles and deferred dreams.

https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2024/07/diego-de-la-rosa-paintings/

“When I start an artwork, I forget I’m in prison,” says Moath al-Alwi, presumably recorded from within Guantánamo Bay. A short documentary zeroes in on the incarcerated artist's elaborate ship sculptures. Watch it now on Colossal:

https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2024/07/a-ship-from-guantanamo/

In the short film "Impossible Journey," a stork’s vital mission sets the scene for a critical and poignant message about maternity.

https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2024/07/impossible-journey-yuca/