Exploring Modi's efforts to expand BJP's influence in affluent south India, EU's struggle for consensus among 27 countries, and the neuroscience behind the allure of live music concerts.
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BJP aims to expand in south India by focusing on development over divisive rhetoric.
EU faces challenges in consensus-building to balance trade openness and national security in economic policies.
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BJP's Strategy to Expand Political Footprint in South India
The BJP aims to increase its presence in India's southern region to bolster its electoral prospects. To achieve this, the party is targeting states like Tamil Nadu, where it has historically faced challenges due to cultural and political differences. By appointing dynamic leaders like Kie and Amalai, who engage with young voters and focus on development over divisive rhetoric, the BJP hopes to gain ground in areas where it previously struggled to secure votes.
EU's Complex Balancing Act on Economic Security Measures
The EU is navigating a delicate balance between trade openness and national security in formulating economic security policies. With 27 member states having diverse interests and priorities, achieving consensus on issues like technological exports and investment screening poses a significant challenge. Drawing lessons from Japan's unified approach to economic security, the EU aims to find a nuanced strategy that safeguards both economic advantages and national security without disrupting international trade agreements.
Emotional Impact of Live Music on Brain Activity
Neuroscientists have discovered that live music elicits stronger emotional responses in the brain compared to recorded music. Through brain imaging studies, researchers found increased activity in emotion processing areas like the amygdala when participants listened to live piano performances. The interactive and dynamic nature of live music, where artists adjust their playing based on audience feedback, enhances the emotional engagement and connection experienced during live concerts.
The richer, more urban region does not just differ economically, but politically too. Can Mr Modi tone down the BJP’s Hindu nationalism and gain traction there? The EU has a grand plan to protect its economy from a host of risks, but finding consensus among 27 countries is hard (12:22). And why live music rocks (19:47). Additional music courtesy of Posthuman
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