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fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
3 days ago
London politics

Five south London towns that used to be part of Surrey

The London Government Act of 1963 redefined areas, creating 32 London boroughs and transforming towns like Sutton and Croydon from Surrey to London.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
6 days ago
Women

Shanghai Dolls: Vivid staging can't save a play that feels like homework

The production of Shanghai Dolls highlights the tension between political activism and personal betrayal within the backdrop of historical revolution.
fromtime.com
1 week ago
US politics

Domestic Manufacturing Isn't the Key to Creating Good Paying Jobs

Tariffs alone cannot restore U.S. industry; a deeper understanding of industrial decline is necessary for effective policy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Madrid food

Their pursuits are the cigar and the siesta': how two centuries of British writers helped forge our view of Spain

British travel writers have shaped Spain's image abroad for nearly two centuries, often blending affection with sharp criticism.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Women

Naoise Dolan: Grace case highlights once again the heartless indifference of the State towards women

Irish women have navigated societal changes influenced by past injustices and scandals.
Discussions around women's rights in Ireland frequently reference individual stories of suffering.
#civil-rights
NYC politics
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

People Are Sharing What The World Would Be Like If Trump Was Never President, And It's DIVISIVE

The issue of due process in immigration enforcement remains contentious and has historical roots.
fromTruthout
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Frederick Douglass's Words Ring True: "Power Concedes Nothing Without a Demand"

Frederick Douglass's wisdom remains relevant today, emphasizing the need for demands against oppression.
NYC politics
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

People Are Sharing What The World Would Be Like If Trump Was Never President, And It's DIVISIVE

The issue of due process in immigration enforcement remains contentious and has historical roots.
fromTruthout
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Frederick Douglass's Words Ring True: "Power Concedes Nothing Without a Demand"

Frederick Douglass's wisdom remains relevant today, emphasizing the need for demands against oppression.
more#civil-rights
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
Beer

April 16: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The Brooklyn Daily Eagle in 1894 strongly opposed the income tax as un-Democratic and harmful to both poor and rich.
fromSCSJ
3 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

SCSJ Updates Lawsuit Over Edenton Confederate Monument Placement

Residents challenge the plan to relocate a Confederate monument in Edenton, alleging violations of state laws and raising historical context concerns.
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago
US politics

Why Withholding Your Taxes in Protest Could Actually Help Trump and Musk

Withholding taxes as protest may harm the government and contradict the aim of seeking more government.
#architecture
fromArchDaily
1 month ago
Design

Beyond Form: How Light and Shadow Define Architectural Atmosphere

Light and shadow are critical in shaping the architectural experience, influencing perception and evoking emotions.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago
Design

Nation Office Building Intervention / TANK Architectes

The new office building in Paris integrates contemporary design with historical architecture, promoting well-being and biodiversity in the urban environment.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago
Design

Beyond Form: How Light and Shadow Define Architectural Atmosphere

Light and shadow are critical in shaping the architectural experience, influencing perception and evoking emotions.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago
Design

Nation Office Building Intervention / TANK Architectes

The new office building in Paris integrates contemporary design with historical architecture, promoting well-being and biodiversity in the urban environment.
more#architecture
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
US politics

Kenya's handshake politics: Elite self-preservation disguised as compromise

Political handshakes in Kenya signify elite agreements to share power and wealth.
These agreements often block reforms and maintain the political status quo.
Arts
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Reframing Cultural Landmarks: A Local Approach to Architecture in the Middle East

Local architects in the Middle East prioritize historical contexts and lived environments for making culturally integrated institutions.
Paris food
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Press Secretary Hits Back at French Politician Wanting The Statue of Liberty Returned: Be Grateful You're Not Speaking German'

Leavitt defended America's legacy in response to French criticism regarding the Statue of Liberty.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

How American Bureaucrats Became Public Enemy No. 1

Condon warned that rising anti-intellectualism in the U.S. could lead to totalitarianism, highlighting the importance of free speech and expert voices.
philosophy
Blackface is universally viewed as racist, especially problematic for public figures.
Many argue for leniency based on past ignorance or drunkenness, complicating views on accountability.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

California Realtors on post-wildfire changes in Black neighborhoods

The presentation emphasized the historical context of Altadena's Black community and the implications of rebuilding post-fire.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

A Warning About the Dangers of Executive Orders-From 40 Years Ago

Trump's executive orders challenge constitutional governance, testing authority without legislative or judicial resistance.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Yongsan Francoreen HQ / JYA-RCHITECTS

The renovation of an old house for Hermes exemplifies the timeless nature of luxury through classical architecture.
Luxury products are defined by their historical context and aesthetic value, deeply rooted in tradition.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

15 People Who Kept Secrets Under Wraps Their Whole Life...Only For The Beans To Spill After Their Death

Some ancestors' secrets are uncovered through ancestry sites, revealing hidden families and past relationships.
#trump-administration
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Column: The real motive behind Trump renaming the Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America'

Trump's proposal to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America has been seen as a publicity stunt rather than a meaningful initiative.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US news

Is Trump's Plan to End Birthright Citizenship Dred Scott II'?

Efforts to revoke birthright citizenship are constitutionally flawed and contradict American values established post-Civil War.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump's Gitmo Detention Center Would Be Bigger Than History's Worst Concentration Camps

President Trump plans to build a 30,000-bed migrant detention center at Guantanamo Bay amid historical patterns of stigmatizing migrants.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Column: The real motive behind Trump renaming the Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America'

Trump's proposal to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America has been seen as a publicity stunt rather than a meaningful initiative.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Is Trump's Plan to End Birthright Citizenship Dred Scott II'?

Efforts to revoke birthright citizenship are constitutionally flawed and contradict American values established post-Civil War.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump's Gitmo Detention Center Would Be Bigger Than History's Worst Concentration Camps

President Trump plans to build a 30,000-bed migrant detention center at Guantanamo Bay amid historical patterns of stigmatizing migrants.
more#trump-administration
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Afflicted with liberal angst in the age of Trump? Take a leaf from Bridget Jones's diary | Rafael Behr

Bridget Jones 4 captures the spirit of its time, reflecting personal narratives against a backdrop of broader political and historical changes.
Dining
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Dinner Vs Supper: Is There A Difference? - Tasting Table

Supper is a lighter, casual meal, while dinner is more formal and traditionally the principal meal of the day.
Science
fromNature
2 months ago

The 1925 debate about adopting the word 'scientist' heats up

Popularity of a word can lead to loss of original meaning and create confusion.
fromianVisits
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

A World Upside Down: Mark Wallinger's artwork challenging borders and perspectives

The art installation challenges perceptions of borders and scales in a visually engaging way.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Medicine

Bipolar I Before Lithium: What Was It Like?

Lithium is the gold standard treatment for bipolar disorder.
Before lithium, patients frequently experienced extended episodes of mania and depression.
For many, lithium completely eliminates bipolar episodes.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why even gun-shy Sweden has to deal with mass-shootings

Mass shootings are not just an American problem; other countries experience similar tragedies, albeit often unrecognized.
fromAeon
2 months ago
philosophy

Investigating the roots of the natural/supernatural dichotomy | Aeon Essays

The scientific revolution was not purely a secular escape from religion; its key figures held different views on nature and causation.
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
2 months ago
History

The River of Separation, a Navajo Creation Story

The River of Separation story illustrates the significance of cooperation and balance between genders in Navajo culture.
fromGameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Civilization 7: How To Stop The Plague And Restore Happiness

Plague in Civilization VII can cause unrest, affecting productivity and happiness in settlements, especially during the Exploration Age.
Miscellaneous
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

The Frustrated Promise of the Rape Kit

Victims of sexual assault often face inadequate support from law enforcement and medical professionals, worsening their trauma and impeding justice.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Relationships

5 Ways You Might Be Controlled Without Realising It

Control and power dynamics have historically shaped relationships, impacting both men and women.
Controlling behavior signifies an unhealthy relationship dynamic that should not be tolerated.
#drug-policy
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Medicine

History Exposes a Crucial Flaw in RFK Jr.'s Vision for Treating Drug Addiction

Kennedy's plan focuses on treating addiction as a disease and emphasizes rehabilitation over punishment.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

What And Who Are Today's Marijuana Prohibitionists

Marijuana prohibitionists in the U.S. continue to campaign against legalization despite widespread public support for cannabis.
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Medicine

History Exposes a Crucial Flaw in RFK Jr.'s Vision for Treating Drug Addiction

Kennedy's plan focuses on treating addiction as a disease and emphasizes rehabilitation over punishment.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

What And Who Are Today's Marijuana Prohibitionists

Marijuana prohibitionists in the U.S. continue to campaign against legalization despite widespread public support for cannabis.
more#drug-policy
#elon-musk
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Elon Musk's Dangerous Twisting of German History

Musk's comments at the AfD rally reflect a controversial stance on national pride and historical guilt, raising concerns about his grasp of history.
fromTESLARATI
3 months ago
Alternative transportation

Tesla faces latest boycott call from this minister in Europe

Elon Musk's recent statements and actions have sparked calls for Tesla boycotts in Europe, particularly in Poland.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Elon Musk's Dangerous Twisting of German History

Musk's comments at the AfD rally reflect a controversial stance on national pride and historical guilt, raising concerns about his grasp of history.
fromTESLARATI
3 months ago
Alternative transportation

Tesla faces latest boycott call from this minister in Europe

Elon Musk's recent statements and actions have sparked calls for Tesla boycotts in Europe, particularly in Poland.
more#elon-musk
fromWarpweftandway
3 months ago
philosophy

CFP: Workshop on Revenge at KU Leuven

Revenge in China critiques power structures and renegotiates social norms, governed by its own cultural rules.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Writing

The Peepshow by Kate Summerscale audiobook review postwar true crime

The Peepshow reveals the chilling story of John Reg Christie and the societal context of postwar London.
#trump
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump's Talk of the Panama Canal Taps Into Old Myths About U.S. Power

Trump's threats about the Panama Canal reflect a larger narrative of U.S. imperialism and the complex history between the U.S. and Panama.
fromAxios
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

How long past presidential inauguration speeches were

Trump's second inaugural address marks his unique position as a non-consecutive president, contrasting sharply with Biden's emphasis on unity and democracy.
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump's Talk of the Panama Canal Taps Into Old Myths About U.S. Power

Trump's threats about the Panama Canal reflect a larger narrative of U.S. imperialism and the complex history between the U.S. and Panama.
fromAxios
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

How long past presidential inauguration speeches were

Trump's second inaugural address marks his unique position as a non-consecutive president, contrasting sharply with Biden's emphasis on unity and democracy.
more#trump
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Did Elon Musk Just Give a Nazi Salute at Trump's Inaugration? Breaking Down How Close We Are to the Third Reich

The gathering of far-right groups with MAGA symbolizes a concerning trend toward extremism in politics.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

Texas could join Louisiana with a law to require the Ten Commandments in classrooms

Texas legislators plan to require public schools to display the Ten Commandments, reflecting a growing national trend among conservative states.
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