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1 week ago

Free Bus Art Tour + Workshop: Monuments Reimagined (SF)"

This event invites participants to engage with the violent legacies of California politicians and colonialists and the monuments left behind as a form of reflection.
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Salzburg Festival 2025: Between power struggles and hope DW 07/17/2025

The Salzburg Festival program reflects global crises through operas and plays exploring power struggles and historical conflicts.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
3 weeks ago

The school football team that's still together after 50 years

The lads played as the Old Quintinians' for the former Quintin Kynaston Comprehensive, today's Harris Academy. Two photographs show them separated by 50 years.
London
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

How dark will our skies be on July 4, 2026?

America's mood has shifted from hopeful unity to a deep sense of unease about its future.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We are Nobel laureates, scientists, writers and artists. The threat of fascism is back | Open letter

The open letter by Italian intellectuals in 1925 exemplifies the courage needed to oppose fascism, emphasizing the necessity of defending democracy and human rights.
World politics
World politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Nuclear Winter and Climate Breakdown Are Not Separate Issues

The continued testing of nuclear weapons is justified by officials as necessary for safety and effectiveness, despite ethical concerns.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | Echoes of a father's pain | amNewYork

The exhibition emphasizes the importance of memory and the personal stories of those affected by historical trauma.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

King pays tribute in VE Day speech to unity of Allies who fought existential threat'

The Allied victory being celebrated then, as now, was a result of unity between nations, races, religions and ideologies, fighting back against an existential threat to humanity.
UK news
Europe politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

How Europe is commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Nazis' surrender in WWII

Victory in Europe Day commemorates the Allies' defeat of Nazi Germany amidst current security concerns in Europe.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

WWII survivors share haunting memories as France marks 80th anniversary of Nazi surrender

"The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. Unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls."
France news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Out of War's Shadow: Vietnam on the Move

Vietnam's transformation post-war highlights drastic poverty reduction and a shift towards globalization, affecting the perspectives of its youthful population.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
3 months ago

San Francisco again 'rises from the ashes' at earthquake commemoration

San Francisco is uniting and recovering from recent challenges, echoing the resilience shown after the 1906 earthquake.
Berlin music
fromBerlin Art Link
3 months ago

Preview of '100 + 10 - Armenian Allegories' | Berlin Art Link

The festival '100 + 10 - Armenian Allegories' commemorates the Armenian Genocide through contemporary art, addressing themes of survival and identity.
Arts
from48 hills
3 months ago

Drama Masks: Walking in circles - 48 hills

Humanity struggles to learn from past mistakes, risking a return to environmental disasters and societal issues.
New York City
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

New York has changed a lot over the years - but is it for the better?

New York City's charm has significantly diminished, with concerns over safety and quality of life overshadowing its vibrant past.
from48 hills
3 months ago

Listen to the rank and file: Political lessons from something I missed 25 years ago - 48 hills

Listening to grassroots activism is crucial for effective organizing.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Opinion | I Wish My Father, Ronald Reagan, Could Remind Trump What America Stands For

The speaker reflects on their father's belief in the importance of international peace and democracy during a time of growing isolationism.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Opinion | America Became Great Because of the Things Trump Hates

The Trump team's strategy mirrors the 'Shock and Awe' approach used in Iraq, signaling rapid upheaval and disruption in government policy.
US news
fromThe New Yorker
5 months ago

Growing Up U.S.A.I.D.

The dismantling of U.S.A.I.D. has spurred extreme criticism from prominent figures, overshadowing its historical contributions to foreign aid.
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fromInsideHook
5 months ago

"SNL" Turned (Somewhat) Introspective On its 50th Anniversary

SNL's 50th anniversary uniquely balanced celebratory elements with honest reflections on past controversies and mistakes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

The far right can't take away our hopes and memories. Culture is our weapon

The erosion of core democratic values in Europe, highlighted by the rise of far-right parties, signals a potential regression from the ideals of the French Revolution.
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