Society
Questions about social phenomena, culture, and current events.
Why Mexicans migrate to the U.S.: economic disparities, rural poverty, family reunification and safety concerns. Analysis of push and pull factors & remittances
Analysis of legal and policy reasons why pre-trial detention centers often have stricter conditions than correctional colonies, examining security concerns, investigative priorities, and the tension with presumption of innocence.
Explore the contrasting historical accounts of Leopold the Cat - was he a diplomatic symbol of peace or a comedic fool? Evidence supporting both interpretations.
Examining why the militant patriotism of Soviet song 'Arise, vast country' doesn't resonate with contemporary Russian society, exploring historical, cultural, and social factors.
Why Russians stay patriotic despite fears of falling behind and rising internet censorship. Explains Levada polls, the 'sovereign Runet' law, and implications.
Discover what ragebait means—content designed to provoke outrage for engagement. Learn the ragebait 10/10 (effective) vs 0/10 (obvious) rating scale used online to judge manipulative posts on social media.
Practical guide to pansexual meaning and common attitudes. Learn how to handle negative reactions when you come out, set boundaries, and find support.
Compare why many Russians support Putin while many Americans oppose Trump: history, institutions, media, social identity, rally effects and poll evidence.
Discover if you should rebury a ghoul that returns and effective methods like single sword strikes, decapitation, iron stakes, millstones, and rituals from folklore to prevent undead revenants and ghouls from escaping graves permanently.
Assess physical assault risk at MEFL RU meetups with practical precautions: research organizers, choose public venues, share plans with friends, maintain situational awareness, and plan exit strategies for safety.
Why self-interest shapes behavior: soft budget constraints in the USSR discouraged quality, while market competition in the West incentivized innovation.
Comprehensive guide on Russian advertising data operators, ERID implementation, and compliance responsibilities under Federal Law 347-FZ. Learn who is responsible for link labeling and reporting.
Learn how to volunteer for military service after category В exemption. Complete guide to re-examination, contract service requirements, and military commissariat procedures.