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Does Living Ethically Make Life Meaningful? An Analysis from a Kantian Perspective
No full textThis study explores how people should live their lives to make them meaningful, adopting a Kantian perspective. Specifically, this paper focuses on Kant's theory of virtue and argues that we can make our lives meaningful by living ethically. In the context of the philosophy of meaning in life, this view aligns with a form of objectivism, which holds that life becomes meaningful through the achievement of moral value in accordance with objective norms. Additionally, this paper incorporates elements of subjectivism into the objectivist framework, suggesting that living an ethical life makes life meaningful, emphasizing that subjective satisfaction derived from following moral norms is combined with a meaningful life. Drawing on Kant’s argument that a virtuous agent experiences a sense of self-satisfaction as a reward for leading an ethical life, this approach is termed the Kantian hybrid theory. Finally, this paper interprets life as meaningful when we are satisfied with our state of being, which results from living ethically
Explanatory Journalism in the Digital Age : Global Practices and Japan's Media Landscape
No full textExplanatory Journalism (EJ) has emerged as a vital practice in digital media, blending multimedia elements to make complex topics accessible to general audiences. Unlike traditional or data journalism, EJ focuses on contextual analysis and audience engagement, using platforms like YouTube and integrating infographics, animations, and interactive visuals. Outlets such as Vox, The Economist, and Johnny Harris exemplify this trend, offering in-depth, multimodal content appealing to younger audiences. However, EJ faces challenges in Japan, where hierarchical media structures and limited digital transformation constrain its adoption. Japanese media emphasizes detailed explanations without broader contexts, maintaining studio-centered formats. The lack of critical academic discourse further limits EJ's growth in Japan. As digitalization reshapes journalism globally, EJ highlights the potential for merging journalistic and educational practices to foster understanding and critical thinking. This hybrid approach could redefine journalism, creating opportunities for media organizations to engage fragmented, digitally-savvy audiences worldwide
