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No right left: Afghanistan’s oppressed women

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Escapism in Troubling Times: The Allure of Light Entertainment

This chapter explores the allure of light-hearted entertainment as a means of escape from global difficulties. It reflects on the human tendency to seek distraction through superficial narratives, particularly in the context of recent challenges faced by France.

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