South Korean cinema, epitomized by 'Parasite,' 'Squid Game,' and 'The Glory,' has become a catalyst for societal change. These films have sparked legislative responses to issues like bullying and abuse, aided by South Korea's democratic system. Yet, challenges persist in defining and implementing reforms effectively. To address deeply ingrained problems, a reevaluation of traditional Confucian values is essential. Legislative changes must align with evolving societal needs.
Read MoreThere has been an increase in undocumented immigrants from the Caribbean traveling by boat to the US. While Haitian and Cuban immigrants face many dangers and risks during their journey across the sea, they also have different experiences and treatments once they reach the US. Cuban immigrants have historically received "special treatment" in the US, while Haitians have not. This article examines the reasons behind this disparity and how policies have changed over time.
Read MoreMore than three decades after the fall of the Berlin Wall, Left-Wing leaders have once again been swept into power across Latin America. In his famous essay "The End of History" (1989) Francis Fukuyama asserted that socialism had become an obsolete ideology in international politics, however, with neoliberalism in crisis and western hegemony on the decline could the second resurgence of the "Pink Tide" prove him wrong?
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