Articles related to "Xenophobia"

In 2009 South Africa expects thousands of foreign visitors for the FIFA confederations cup. Yet, at the dawn of the New Year, apparent Xenophobia has reared its head.

In the history of X-Men, there has always been a battle between two sides - humans and mutants. But in actual history, the real battle is between humans and humans.

The ongoing spate of xenophobic incidents on foreign nationals in South Africa have created feelings of terror amongst those involved and unease amongst minority groups.

Is the definition of racism all that different from the many related terms? Definitions of racism, prejudice, reverse and racial discrimination, bias, xenophobia.

The new South African film District 9 mixes viral marketing and eye-popping special effects to satirize humanity's inhumanity.

Unless and until the meaning of racism and related terms is clarified, Americans will continue to argue about whether or not racism against whites truly exists.

Migration is a catalyst for change and development, and in a world that is changing at a lightning pace, not harnessing the power of migration is shortsighted

Fear is one of the most powerful of all human emotions. A phobia is a type of fear that is excessive, and often it is so overpowering that it can paralyze an individual.

Through starting the Ken Saro-Wiwa Resource Centre in Cape Town, the Ogoni Solidarity Forum (OSF) combines computer and writing training with fighting xenophobia.

There are varied reasons behind xenophobia. England has a growing mistrust of foreigners due to recent world events, leading to more support for "pure" English idealists.

The Swiss People's Party referendum banning minaret construction underscores European/growing Muslim population division, European fear of radical Islam and terrorism.

Vlad Tepes III Dracula (the Impaler) was the 15th century Wallachian (Romanian) king who inspired Irish writer Bram Stoker's fictional character "Dracula."

This short guide is an entertaining but accurate look at Dutch life and the things that make the Dutch tick. Recommended reading for tourists and expatriates alike.

American Patricia Clarkson encounters all sorts of intrigue in the mysterious Arabic world when she romances a family friend in Ruba Nada's smart look at politics and lov

Britain has been a magnet for migrants since Roman times. A history of immigration to UK from Protestant refugees of around 1500AD to gypsies, Irish, Jews, Italians.

This novel was Asimov's first for fifteen years, but there's a feeling that it beat novels such as Silverberg's Dying Inside to the Hugo and Nebula through sentiment

The Colbert Report's satirical pseudo-conservative host Stephen Colbert has inspired experts, fans-- and himself-- to name objects animate or inanimate after him.

Far less hokey than Paris Je T'Aime's ode to its titular city, Tokyo! is a fascinating account of the Japanese metropolis from the eyes of three talented foreigners.

Earth Democracy is a book and a global movement. Shiva outlines the fundamental concepts: chiefly that all markets must respect the environment that sustains them.

"We must not be silent condemning anti-Semitism", German chancellor Angela Merkel declared Sunday, November 9, as Germany commemorated attacks on Jews 70 years ago.

Even if you have a tight budget, you can still live a good, ethical life by buying Fairtrade goods, buying homegrown and buying from charity shops.

As the new nation came of age, discontent in Europe created immigrant patterns from Ireland and Germany that peaked in the 1850s with millions of new Americans.

The NHL has stepped up its focus on preventing serious head injuries -- but what about broken legs or ankles? It's time to make no-touch icing a reality.

Spanish separatists along with French xenophobes continue violence against civilians and immigrants. Terrorism and religious intolerance reappear in Spain and France.

There was a great deal of discussion about socialism during the 2008 presidential election season. Here is a short explanation of what socialism actually is.

Bruno Gehard lacks the fresh factor in Borat Sagdiyev's favor, but plotting the pranks does little to diminish their jollity in Sacha Baron Cohen's uproarious new comedy.

Africans increasingly constitute a significant number of the foreign population in China. This article examines some of the major huddles they face in this strange land.

From his essays on the handicapped to multiculturalism to his opposition to WWI, Randolph Bourne represents the young intellectual of the progressive era.

There is little doubt that migration will play an important role in shaping Africa's future. How will this happen? This article attempts an answer to this question.

In the wake of the Vietnam War, Richard Nixon and Henry Kissinger were prepapred to accept some degree of American decline in a multipolar world.