Interdisciplinary Journal of Humanities, Media, and Political Science
The Interdisciplinary Journal of Humanities, Media, and Political Science (IJHMPS) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal that publishes high-quality, innovative research at the intersection of the humanities, media studies, and political science. The journal welcomes submissions exploring complex relationships and interactions between these diverse disciplines. We are particularly interested in work that takes an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the role of media, communication, and cultural production in shaping political discourses, processes, and institutions. Potential topics include, but are not limited to: Media representations of political and social issues The influence of new media technologies on political participation and activism Relationships between cultural/artistic expression and political movements Intersections of Gender, race, class, and other identities in Media and Politics The politics of memory, heritage, and public history Theoretical and Methodological approaches to Studying media-politics dynamics Comparative analyses of media systems and their political implications The role of rhetoric, narrative, and visual culture in political communication IJHMPS aims to bridge the gap between the humanities, media studies, and political science, providing a platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to engage in timely and impactful dialogue. We encourage submissions that challenge disciplinary boundaries, offer innovative perspectives, and advance our understanding of the intricate connections between media, culture, and the political sphere.
Protection of Witnesses and Whistleblowers in Corruption Crimes under Palestinian Law
The protection of whistleblowers and witnesses in corruption cases constitutes a cornerstone of an effective anti-corruption framework, as it enables individuals to report corrupt practices without fear of retaliation or harm, thereby strengthening integrity, transparency, and preventing perpetrators from escaping accountability. In the Palestinian context, a legislative framework emerged between 2010 and 2019 to regulate this aspect, culminating in Cabinet Decision No. (7) of 2019 on the Protection of Whistleblowers, Witnesses, Informants, and Experts in Corruption Cases. This regulation represented a significant step forward in providing legal, functional, and social safeguards. However, its practical implementation has revealed obstacles that undermine its effectiveness, due to legislative shortcomings and weak enforcement mechanisms. This necessitates an analytical study linking the legal provisions with their application in practice, while assessing their consistency with international standards, particularly the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC). The study concludes that the Palestinian system partially aligns with these standards but requires further development of practical guarantees and an expansion of protection to cover all stages of legal proceedings. It also emphasizes the need to strengthen institutional coordination and provide effective functional and social support. The research recommends harmonizing national legislation with international standards to ensure comprehensive protection for whistleblowers and witnesses, thereby contributing to the consolidation of good governance principles.
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The Algorithmic Muse: Exploring AI's Impact on Human Creativity
Generative AI systems are now commonplace in artistic and educational creative practices, raising fundamental questions about human creativity, authorship, and collaboration. Rather than treating AI as a substitute for human creative potential, this research investigates how these technologies act as advanced creative partners that enhance rather than replace human intelligence. The findings indicate that creativity is fundamentally human and occurs through intentional acts that machines cannot fully replicate. However, AI systems add significant value by producing initial content—texts, images, and designs—that humans curate, edit, and integrate into final pieces of work. This human curation is what transforms an AI output into a genuinely creative outcome aligned with artistic objectives and user demands. The paper reviews three categories of creative acts in computer-aided design and establishes criteria for creativity attribution in human-AI partnerships: clarity of individual input, material effect on results, and proof of creative intent. The study argues that IP laws should treat human collaborators as real co-creators rather than just tool operators. There are six future research paths: algorithmic development, interdisciplinary integration, pedagogical reform, academia-industry alliance, empirical study, and ethical guidelines. In the end, the results point out that even if tech toolkits keep changing over time, human creativity still has its own special nature—this needs constant conversation to make sure AI use adds to our creative space instead of taking away from it
Digital Activism at the Intersection of Social Media and Political Movement
Digital activism, which is defined as political engagement via internet-connected technologies and social media platforms, has radically changed the ways in which movements attract supporters and spread their political messages. This paper takes an exhaustive look at digital activism at the confluence of social media platforms like Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and Twitter with political movement-building; it assesses both its transformative potential and major limitations. Social media affordances such as reduced cost of participation, signaling identity, and algorithmic curation act as important catalysts for movement success. However, there are very serious challenges to the integrity of digital activism that this paper will note: increasing censorship, deepfakes, coordinated inauthentic behavior attacks against us all from within the system itself expose ecosystem vulnerabilities and make it harder than ever before to tell real people apart from manipulated ones. The analysis focuses on that even though the internet is a giant leap forward for civic participation, it does not take away from the fact that closing digital divides in access and usage equity as well as ensuring government accountability are still very much part of the equation. Transformative potential does not just come with technological innovation; rather it comes with paired democratic governance frameworks, digital literacy initiatives, and human rights protections online as well as offline
Automated Journalism and the Future of News in an Artificial Intelligence Era
Algorithmic journalism has changed the way news is made and shared, but there are still some misunderstandings about where it is going and what its place is in the media world. Instead of going away with more chances to use general AI models, automated journalism keeps developing as a separate area with different methods and uses. This study looks at automated journalism in a broad way that goes beyond single AI models to include how data is given, how articles are designed, and how production pipelines are set up. Based on the study of 72 AI software systems and industry practices, this paper shows that completely independent news writing without any human help is not possible. However, automation can cut down production times from hours to seconds and reduce costs by up to 89 percent, freeing journalists from everyday data-extracting work. The technology covers four areas of journalism—gathering, checking, making, and sharing—allowing for data-driven reports and better audience interaction. A close look shows big problems like bias in algorithms, spreading wrong information, losing control over what gets published, and threats to both jobs in journalism and democracy itself. Importantly, no full global rules for regulation exist. This paper supports the idea of integrating AI as an enhancement tool under editorial control rather than replacement technology while stressing the need for policy development ethical guidelines and stakeholder education. Careful navigation through the intersection between AI and journalism will be crucial in determining whether this technology helps improve journalistic standards while keeping ethical integrity intact within a functioning democracy.
Algorithmic Governance: Analysing the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Political Institutions, and Human Values
Algorithmic governance brings unprecedented opportunities and great challenges to contemporary governance through the incorporation of algorithms and AI systems into democratic political institutions. This paper discusses how societies can leverage AI’s potential for improving political decision-making while keeping it in line with basic human values. Three main questions guide this analysis: what ethical values should frame AI governance, how do algorithmic systems affect political decisions, and what policy alternatives arise from their use? It highlights some critical tensions that are intrinsic to algorithmic governance, such as balancing institutional change with human rights protection, keeping meaningful human oversight in the face of rapidly changing technologies, and maintaining public trust alongside democratic legitimacy. Among other key risks are threats to fairness and accountability as well as erosion of citizens' confidence in government institutions. Effective governance requires a full understanding of how algorithms make decisions, the data they use, the processes they encapsulate, and the human actors involved. Rather than placing AI in the role of autonomous decision-makers, this work places human agents at the center of political processes with algorithmic systems as tools within humancentered frameworks. These challenges can be met by international institutional collaboration toward flexible regulatory frameworks and governance architectures that will accommodate technological evolution yet sustain democratic accountability. The ethical principles that are built into algorithmic systems fundamentally structure societal values and conditions.
AI Revolution: Redefining Content Creation in the Digital Age
Generative models have revolutionized content creation in the text, image, video, audio, and 3D domains. This is arguably the most significant milestone in artificial intelligence to date concerning its impact on society. ChatGPT, DALL-E, Midjourney, and Stable Diffusion are already at industrial maturity with broad adoption and have started to change professional practices within journalism, marketing, education, entertainment as well as law. These systems use high-level natural language understanding capabilities together with state-of-theart machine learning techniques to create new content that is human-like and this has never been achieved before. At the same time that such technological advancement has taken place there are very critical challenges that need immediate attention. Issues regarding authorship, originality as well as protection of intellectual property are still debated; socio-political biases that are embedded within the systems pose risks of misinformation which can threaten societal trust Embedded biases and misinformation risks threaten societal trust. There is a performance gap between what users expect from these systems and what they can actually deliver: this reveals some basic limitations in understanding and quality of generation. More than just technical challenges ,the growing use of generative AI calls for strong accountability ,transparency and governance frameworks .Workflows are being reorganized professionally requiring new quality standards and models for collaboration ,while economic disruption threatens traditional creative sectors .This paper looks at these different sides on short ,medium and long-term horizons judging both commercial paths as well as those taken by open-source projects .It describes how AI-driven creation of content is currently happening with some potential to change things radically but also real risks attached .Gains from generative AI will not be fully reaped unless ethical guidelines regulatory frameworks safety benchmarks plus knowledge sharing mechanisms involving all stakeholders develop together
Exploring the Online Childhood and Family Dynamics in Egypt: Critical Analysis of the Sharenting Phenomenon in Egyptian Society
This paper examines the phenomenon of sharenting in Egypt, a practice whereby parents share images, videos, and personal moments of their children online. With the growing presence of digital technologies in Egyptian households, sharenting has become a mainstream part of parenting culture. While often motivated by affection and pride, this paper argues that sharenting can lead to significant privacy risks, emotional harm, and long-term consequences for children. Through qualitative interviews and a KAP (Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices) questionnaire targeting Egyptian parents and minors, the study offers insights into how digital behaviors intersect with family dynamics and children’s rights. It examines local and international legal frameworks, applies theories of parent development and media gratification, and assesses the sociocultural dimensions that shape parental online behavior. The paper highlights gaps in Egyptian child protection mechanisms, calling for improved legal accountability, parental awareness, and digital literacy. Ultimately, it advocates for a cultural and regulatory shift that centers children's privacy, dignity, and consent in the digital age.
Exploring Revolution of the Deprived: Relative Deprivation and the Roots of the 1979 Iranian Uprising
This paper explores the theory of relative deprivation to examine the underlying psychological, social, and structural causes of revolutionary conflict, using the 1979 Iranian Revolution as a primary case study. While traditional conflict analyses prioritize objective indicators such as economic disparity and lack of political representation, this study emphasizes subjective perceptions of injustice, cultural alienation, and group-based identity marginalization. Drawing on interviews with individuals who lived through the revolution and extensive historical analysis, the paper explores how decremental, aspirational, and progressive forms of deprivation converged to mobilize diverse societal groups. Religious and cultural grievances, combined with the legacy of foreign intervention—especially the 1953 U.S.-UK-backed coup—created a cumulative sense of betrayal and indignity. Using a conflict management lens, the study argues that subjective experiences of deprivation are central to understanding revolutionary mobilization and that effective peacebuilding strategies must address not only material inequalities but also emotional and symbolic grievances. This framework is broadly applicable to other revolutionary and resistance movements across the globe, offering insight into the psychological dimensions that drive political instability. The paper contributes to a more comprehensive theory of conflict and provides actionable implications for scholars and policymakers addressing contemporary unrest.
PIF's Role in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals (Applied study on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia)
This study seeks to clarify the importance of the Public Investment Fund in supporting the Sustainable Development Goals. It focuses on the effective role played by the Fund in driving economic and social transformation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, especially within the framework of global trends towards sustainability and the Kingdom's Vision 2030. The study used a descriptive and analytical approach, analyzing the policies and strategies adopted by the Fund, in addition to reviewing practical examples of projects implemented. The study concluded that it is necessary to adopt the idea of good governance for the performance of sovereign wealth funds and to identify areas for long-term investment. Related to this is the role of the government, which seeks to enhance the role of the sovereign wealth fund with the need to establish clear independence between the government as a promoter of investments and as an owner of the sovereign fund in order to avoid political interference that may erode the ability of the fund to achieve its financial and economic goals effectively
A Review of Collective Memory Research (1993-2023): Trends, Patterns, and Prospects
This paper aims to provide a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of scientific publications in collective memory from 1993-2023. A total of 10,431 articles were published during the study period. The United States, United Kingdom, and Germany have the highest publications share. The Russian Academy of Sciences, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and the University of Warsaw are the most productive institutions. Upon keyword and content analysis, further research directions have been proposed, such as memory law, populism, rhetorical history, and organizational memory. Utilizing modern analytics approaches to explore the complexity of collective memory phenomena, such as big data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), deep learning, and the Internet of Things (IoT), is highly recommended. This study is valuable for readers to gain rich insights into the state of collective memory research. It also provides ideas for future research that prospective authors and interested research and academic institutions can investigate.
The Role of Privacy As An Ethical Guarantee in The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Public Utilities: A Comparative Analytical Study
Accelerated scientific development has imposed itself on countries with different degrees of progress between them, and artificial intelligence is one of the most prominent manifestations of this development, and artificial intelligence is generally meant to simulate machines to the mental abilities of humans, and this technology emerged in the last stage of the last century, and led to a major transformation in various areas of life. It is important that this legal framework coincides with an ethical charter that addresses the ethical risks arising from the administration's use of artificial intelligence applications. This charter includes a set of principles and guarantees aimed at reducing those risks, such as: the right to privacy and protection of personal data, transparency and integrity, justice and equality, responsibility, and other ethical principles. The study addresses this important dimension, and sheds more light on one of the principles that represent ethical guarantees in this field, which is the guarantee of the privacy of personal data, and this dimension has aroused our interest due to the lack of legal studies that dealt with it. The study has resulted in important results and recommendations worthy of implementation to move forward towards the establishment of integrated legislation regulating the administration's use of artificial intelligence systems, and to exert more effort towards the establishment of an ethical charter that includes a set of guarantees such as the guarantee of privacy and the protection of personal data, in order to achieve the desired balance between the escalating technical innovation of those systems on the one hand and the protection of rights and freedoms on the other hand, and to ensure a safer use of these systems in general and in the field of providing public utility services in particular.
Civil Society and the Formation of Political Identity: Evidence from Egypt
This study examines the role of civil society organizations (CSOs) in shaping political identity and affiliation, with a focus on Egypt. While existing literature has extensively explored CSOs' impact on democratization and development, limited attention has been given to their influence on political identity formation. Using the Misr El Kheir (MEK) Foundation as a case study, this research employs Organizational Identity Theory (OIT) and Migdal’s State-Society Model to analyze how CSOs influence their members and beneficiaries. A quantitative survey was conducted among MEK members and beneficiaries, with statistical analysis revealing that CSOs play a significant role in shaping political identity, particularly among beneficiaries. The findings highlight the complex interplay between civil society and the state, suggesting that states may co-opt CSOs to align their activities with national interests. The study offers theoretical and policy implications for understanding the evolving role of civil society in shaping political identity.
Türkiye in Africa: Mapping the Contemporary Effects of Ankara’s Footprints in Africa. The Case of Cameroon in the CEMAC Region
In an era of geopolitical gains and building of cooperation among states especially with Africa states, The Republic of Türkiye has made significant in roots in Cameroon which is viewed as the regional hegemon in the Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa (CEMAC) region. Turkish foreign policy in Africa particularly in Cameroon has resounding implications from diplomatic initiatives, trade partnerships, and burgeoning developmental projects is significantly shaping Cameroons socio-economic landscape. With Turkish officials always professing a “win-win” and having strategic partnership with Africa build on mutual benefits via diplomatic, economic, and socio-cultural exchanges. Through the lens of AnkaraYaoundé ties, the main purpose of this paper is to analyze the dynamic effects of this relation on Cameroon, a country seen as a regional hegemony in the CEMAC region. Furthermore, the paper looks at some key historical foundation of Türkiye-Cameroon relations. The paper indicates that by assessing the responsive effects of Ankara’s cooperation with Cameroon, it supports Cameroon’s developmental prospects especially its developmental blueprint penned down as “Vision 2035” through the various transformative programs in Cameroon. The article makes use of the middle power theory as its theoretical lens. Lastly, the paper revealed that in the last decade, Turkish foreign policy has significantly improved, particularly in the CEMAC region thanks to the frequent organization of Turkey-Africa Economic and Business summits, Diplomacy, and Partnership Conferences with resounding results for both states.
The Role of Media in Conflict Resolution: Analyzing Peacebuilding Strategies and Communication in the Kashmir Conflict
This study examines the media's role in shaping peacebuilding strategies and communication to resolve the conflict in Kashmir. This study typically focuses on the abrogation of Article 370 in Kashmir from August 2019 to October 2019. It also highlights how Indian and Pakistani media outlets framed the abrogation of Article 370. Using a qualitative content analysis of prime newspapers from both countries, such as Dawn and The Nation from Pakistan and The Times of India and The Hindu from India, the research finds different patterns in media coverage. The findings disclose that Indian media predominantly presents its move as a need for development and security concerns. Pakistan's media frames this issue as a violation of self-determination and international law. These distinct narratives contribute to influencing public perception, policymaking, and geopolitical tension. This study concludes that media framing plays a crucial role in building narratives; they need to promote peace journalism techniques to resolve the conflict among the conflicting parties. This study also highlights fostering balanced and unbiased reporting for the long-term solution.
Power Transitions and Strategic Rivalries: Chinese Russian Dynamics in the Indo-Pacific
It investigates how the Indo-Pacific region has escalated tensions between China and Russia from the perspective of Power Transition Theory by analyzing how a rising power confronts a hegemon. Using the focus on China's rise and the emergence of new U.S. strategic engagement in the Indo-Pacific, the study explains casting light on the changes of SinoRussian relations, which to the home on the alliance pattern, balancing behavior and the mutual threat perception. Utilizing a qualitative methodological approach, the research draws on case studies, policy documents, official speeches, and expert interviews to assess the nature and extent of Sino-Russian coordination. It explores whether their partnership constitutes a deliberate balancing coalition aimed at contesting U.S. dominance or a fragile alignment born out of geopolitical expedience. Special attention is paid to regional flashpoints such as the South China Sea, Central Asia, and joint naval operations to illustrate the practical implications of their cooperation. The findings indicate that although rhetorical convergence and selective coordination are evident, deep-seated mistrust and divergent strategic ambitions inhibit the formation of a unified strategic front. Taken as a whole, what Power Transition Theory has offered is a useful framework for apprehending changing geopolitical architecture of the Indo-Pacific that stubbornly combines strategic competition with good neighborly cooperation.
The Influence of Political Advertising on Voter Behavior: A Study on How Targeted Ads Shape Voter Preferences and Engagement.
Political advertising has evolved dramatically in recent decades, particularly with the advent of digital media and data analytics. Targeted political advertising has become a key tool in shaping voter behavior by delivering personalized messages based on demographic, psychological, and behavioral data. These ads and digital campaigns are designed to influence voter preferences, sway undecided voters, and boost engagement, fundamentally transforming modern electoral campaigns. This paper aims to analyze practical aspects of political advertising that target voters and the effectiveness of the different ad types to elicit greater political participation. The current state of affairs is described within the context of the American presidential election of 2016, which was notable for its unconventional aspects. In particular, the paper illustrates how Trump’s campaign deployed strategically micro-targeted advertisements to specific demographics of American voters. The research integrates the Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM) which is a psychological theory of persuasion with the statistics of the voting and advertisement. The research as well points to some ethical problems, like risk for the voters being deceived, misuse of data, and the increase of the scope of political partisanship. By examining both the benefits and drawbacks of targeted advertising, this paper contributes to the broader understanding of its role in democratic processes. From the findings, there is a problem of how the positive aspects of voter’s participation can be obtained without the chances of negative manipulation.
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From South China Sea to Gwadar Port: Conflict Management in Asia and Broader Global Implications
This article examines the potential challenges of China’s expansionist projects in Asia to the U.S global governance model and ASEAN institutional model of governance based on non-interference. It analyzes the geopolitical challenges posed by China’s expansionist initiatives, including the Gwadar Port, China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and South China Sea projects, to the U.S. global governance model and ASEAN’s regional noninterference approach. These developments signify a potential game-changer for Asia and global politics. The study evaluates ASEAN's effectiveness in addressing the growing economic and political rivalry between the U.S. and China. While ASEAN promotes a model of governance rooted in sovereignty and consensus, its limitations in resolving critical disputes highlight the escalating influence of China's unilateral strategies. The article also underscores the broader implications of China's initiatives, such as reshaping trade networks and challenging traditional power dynamics. By examining these trends, the study suggests that China's actions not only affect regional stability but also signal a pivotal shift in global governance frameworks and geopolitical alignments.
Greening Sovereignty: Europe’s Drive Toward a Sustainable Future
As climate challenges intensify, the European Union (EU) has embarked on an ambitious journey to integrate sustainability into the heart of its sovereignty, redefining governance, energy policy, and economic strategy. This paper examines the EU's "Greening Sovereignty" agenda, with a particular focus on flagship initiatives such as the European Green Deal, the Fit for 55 package, and complementary measures like the Renewable Energy Directive (RED II), the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), and the Emissions Trading System (ETS) reforms. Special attention is given to the transformative potential of green hydrogen as a cornerstone of Europe's energy transition, advancing the decarbonization of industries and fostering energy independence. By analyzing these legislative packages and directives, the paper explores how the EU balances ecological imperatives with economic growth, competitiveness, and geopolitical autonomy. The study also addresses the broader implications of Europe’s leadership in sustainability for global climate efforts and regional integration. Ultimately, it illustrates how the EU is shaping a sustainable future by aligning sovereignty with environmental innovation and resilience.
Fortifying Intercontinental Relations: A Diplomatic Endorsement and Rejuvenation of Iran in Africa: An Economic Analysis
In an era of unprecedented display of diplomatic force and geopolitical novelty, Iran’s recent diplomatic voyage to Kenya, Uganda, and Zimbabwe indicates a decade of Tehran’s inaction on the diplomatic front with the continent. Relations between Iran and African states have a strong footing from the Non-Alignment Movement (NAM) in addition to the fact that they all are members of the UN and other international institutions. Iran, rich in oil wealth and seeking to peacefully use its nuclear program, has been under sanctions from the West for a long time now. This paper examines the diplomatic affirmation and renewal of Iran’s government engagement in Africa from an economic perspective, dwelling on three key questions. What are the key historical contexts in Iran-Africa ties? what factors are responsible for the recent driving force behind Iran’s renewed entente with the continent? And what are the economic effects on Africa? The overall goal of the article is to analyze the economic dimensions responsible for Iran’s engagement with Africa. The article revealed that Tehran’s recent engagement with the continent is because of Western economic sanctions and the need for Tehran to propel its economy by engaging economically with the continent despite Western states courting Africa.
Cybersecurity and Political Warfare: The Weaponization of Information in the Digital Age
In this digital age, cybersecurity has become imperative to protect political stability and public trust. The paper examines weaponized information as a strategy in modern political warfare, where cyber tactics like disinformation campaigns, social media manipulations, and data breaches shape public opinion over destabilizing political entities. This paper highlights the undue influence wielded by information weaponization in national security, public perception, and global diplomacy through such incidents as the U.S. 2016 election interference, Brexit referendum, and humanitarian crisis in Myanmar. In response, the development of cybersecurity policies, public media literacy, and use of AI in countering digital threats are underway by respective governments and organizations. However, the rapidly evolving nature of cyber tactics presents continuous ethical and strategic challenges that demonstrate the need for international cooperation on responsible AI use. This paper argues for the need for taking a comprehensive, proactive approach in cyber-political warfare, including policy, education, and technology, in order to protect the integrity of democratic systems around the world.
Egyptian Expatriates’ Engagement: Analysis of the Role of the State (2015-2023)
The question of expatriate engagement has been gaining momentous importance on the agenda of the Egyptian state since 2014. In an attempt to design a national strategy for engaging with its expatriates, the Egyptian government has been keen on developing specific policies and initiatives, starting with re-establishing the Egyptian Ministry of Emigration (Samra, 2018). This has been followed by several initiatives that aimed at providing public services to the expatriates, fostering their investment rates, and consolidating their national identity and sense of belonging (Samra, 2018). Hence, it would be interesting to analyze the national policies and initiatives for expatriate engagement further while addressing the following research question: “In light of A. Gamlen’s typology of diaspora engagement policies, to what extent can the Egyptian emigrants’ engagement policies and initiatives be considered comprehensive?” To address the research question and prove the argument, the paper is divided into six sections, including a thorough conceptual framework, an analysis of the value the Egyptian emigrants represent to their homeland, and an examination of the mounting political will and interest in engaging the Egyptian expatriates. Based on this political will, the paper analyses the policies of capacity-building, and the initiatives that aim at extending rights and extracting obligations in terms of remittances, investments, and knowledge transfer.
The Role of Satirical Political Platforms in Shaping Societal Political Awareness
The current study aims to uncover the reality of satirical political platforms and the role of the media in developing awareness of citizens' political participation based on contemporary political theories from the perspective of students themselves. The results of the first question showed that the computational averages of the reality of the media's role in developing awareness of political participation ranged from 3.67-4.28 to their high level. The results of the second question were shown: The existence of statistically significant differences attributable to the sex variable and to the interests of females and the absence of statistically significant differences depending on the macro variable and the school year. The results of question III showed that the computational averages of the responses of the study sample individuals to the paragraphs of the challenges facing the media in developing awareness of political participation ranged from one to another. (3.80-4.14) and its high level, and the most prominent sources on which the widespread satirical programmes relied as well as the Joe Shaw programme relied on mixed sources in the first place. The study showed that the study programmes took the opposing trend in their coverage of political subjects in proportion (25%), highlighting the media trends used by both Clear Jamming and Joe Shaw in their coverage of political topics is the framework of economic consequences, while Al-Suleit's news programme focused on using the framework of political conflict.
The Role of Communication Activities and Public Relations in Raising Awareness of Political Participation
The study aimed to familiarize itself with the role of communication activities in public relations in a randomly selected group through an online questionnaire to learn to increase awareness of political participation. The study relied on the classification of the framework of descriptive studies on the survey curriculum by distributing its 314-strong electronic questionnaire. The scholarly confidence in the economic activities used came from public relations in political bodies to a moderate degree; the face of social media sites in the introduction regarding reliance on them in political consciousness. The study's appearance modestly plays the role of communication activities used by public relations to increase awareness of political participation. The concluston of the study shows that cognitive, conscientious, and behavioral influences on communication activities greatly influence the degree of awareness of political participation.
Enhancing Political Participation Abroad: The Media's Impact on Parliamentary Elections for Egyptian Expatriates
The impact can vary significantly for audiences outside the direct reach of domestic media—those who may not receive the same content as citizens residing within the country. This discrepancy becomes particularly evident during times of crisis and political turmoil when media strategies must be tailored to reach external audiences and achieve specific goals effectively. Therefore, the core issue addressed in this study revolves around a fundamental question: How can media effectively support and enhance political participation among expatriates during parliamentary elections? Grounded in Democratic Participatory Theory, which advocates for media prioritizing public interests and democratic engagement through pluralism, local interaction, and equitable access to information, the study aims to explore this question. The research employs a questionnaire to investigate the effectiveness of media campaigns in encouraging Egyptian expatriates to participate in parliamentary elections. The findings suggest that these campaigns have a limited impact on motivating expatriates to engage politically.
Exploring the Crucial Role of Television Programmes and Social Media in Political Reform Exploring the Crucial Role of Television Programmes and Social Media in Political Reform
This research explores how satellite television programs help in political development especially in encouraging positive culture of political differences as a stepping stone towards genuine political reforms. This is because today, media is very crucial in any political setup since it provides space for different voices and opinions. It is through television programs that people get the chance to learn about certain issues across different age groups, social classes as well as level of education. Moreover, social media has redefined television broadcasting by enhancing its reach and influence. Several television networks have made their foray into social media platforms not just for promoting their content but also indicating their political standpoints and addressing pertinent matters with audiences. This reciprocal nature instils in viewers the need to become part of the ongoing political debates hence fostering unity and common responsibility. Consequently, this upsurge has compelled government bodies to acknowledge the role played by social media.
May 13, 2023 was a D day for the state of Karnataka. On this day, it witnessed an unprecedented surge of seats in favour of Congress at 135, heavy depletion for the ruling BJP at 65 and near extinction for JD(S) at 19, which is unlikely to remain one piece while remain out of power for five years. It was an election to beat every election. The much touted BJP had to bite the dust with 12 of its ministers getting defeated. For the opposition Congress, it was an act of revival, a kind of booster dose after remaining in dire straits for long. Ten years of anti-incumbency, coupled with bad administration, poor leadership and change of corruption 'PayCM: 40% Ki Sarkara, led to the undoing of BJP. Neither the cult figure of Prime Minister Modi, nor his carpet booming rallies made any difference. The double engine government failed because the two engines were not in proper alignment and aggressive and abrasive Hindutva proved to be of no consequence for people who wanted good governance, welfarism and greater employment. The BJP lost its last bastion in south India. For Congress, new opportunities opened up and the coming years will be a trial by fire. In a space of barely five months, it has snatched two states from BJP – Himachal Pradesh and Karnataka. It has to be seen whether it can maintain a winning streak in the coming elections in the states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhatisgarh and Telangana. That would be its real test.
Mizoram is a curious blend of historiography and demography. It branched off from a composite state of Assam, is populated by less than a million Mizo nationals, who are all Christians (Protestants), wedded to the Presbyterian church. It has a 40 members’ legislative assembly whose election was held on November 7, 2023. The main contest was between Mizo National Front (MNF) and Zoram Peoples Movement (ZPM) with Congress and BJP pitched in as marginal players. It was an election without much noise and hyperbole because of church dictates to avoid high-octane publicity. The results were announced on December 4, 2023 and it gave ZPM a complete majority of 27 seats, and its leader Lalduhoma became the new Chief Minister, replacing Lalthanhawla of MNF. Earlier, the contest was between MNF and Congress but this time ZPM pitched in to form the government. The victory symbolised the ascendance of Zo people. A new party formed the government, defeating both MNF and Congress.
The Role of Media in Alliance of Civilizations and Dialogue of Religions
In an era where media serves as a cornerstone for knowledge dissemination, opinion formation, and communication, its exploitation by violent extremist groups has reached unprecedented levels. This underscores the urgent need to explore how various media and communication platforms can be harnessed to promote awareness and foster constructive dialogue. This paper will examine the dual role of media in both peacebuilding and the propagation of hatred, presenting concrete examples that illustrate its potential to strengthen alliances among civilizations and enhance interreligious dialogue, solidarity, and peace initiatives. Furthermore, we will identify instances of media misuse that exacerbate divisions and incite animosity. In conclusion, we will provide foundational principles of media literacy designed to cultivate critical thinking skills, empowering individuals to engage with media and new media more responsibly and effectively, to promote peace, dialogue and alliance, and counter exxtremist dialogue and hate speech in the digital space – which often times, trespasses the digital sphere to the offline world.
The Phenomenon of Addiction to Electronic Shopping in Iraqi Society: A Sociological Study
E-marketing is considered a field of modern marketing knowledge, as its strategy is to provide electronic services through the international network of the Internet as a new marketing communication channel that has its unique characteristics that distinguish it from other communication channels, as it is characterized by fast performance and low costs. Transformed from a local market to a space market, and e-marketing relies on the Internet to increase and improve its traditional functions and influence the attitudes and trends of customers The research aims to clarify people's addiction to electronic shopping and its impact on individuals, and the causes and treatment of electronic shopping, A problem revolves around identifying the electronic market and explaining that addiction that wastes a lot of money without prior planning or without a desire to buy. The research aims to clarify people's addiction to electronic shopping and its impact on individuals, and the causes and treatment of electronic shopping