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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

My four-year-old has invited King Charles over for ice-cream. Can someone please make it happen? | Arwa Mahdawi

A four-year-old invites King Charles III for ice-cream in Philadelphia, raising complexities regarding royal fascination and modern monarchies.
Social justice
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

'Andor' season two is a 'Star Wars' masterpiece thanks to its surprising realism

"Andor" season two enhances the "Star Wars" saga through deep sociopolitical themes and devastating character arcs, drawing parallels to real-world issues.
US Elections
fromOpen Culture
4 months ago

How Stephen King Foretold the Rise of Trump in a 1979 Novel

Stephen King's novels connect the macabre with the realities of American society, resonating with the frustrations of those feeling marginalized.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
6 months ago

'It surprised me': artist finds inspiration in what AI art gets wrong

"When we look at the output of AI, we see alternately yassified and mutilated glimpses of ourselves and our communal structures. AI images are funhouse reflections of a sociopolitical reality receding in the rearview mirror."
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Nation
7 months ago

Luigi Mangione Is America Whether We Like It Or Not

Public reactions to Luigi Mangione's arrest reflect deep societal anger towards the healthcare system, showcasing him as a folk antihero against healthcare injustices.
Miscellaneous
fromVulture
8 months ago

Lioness Recap: Apocalypse Soon

Lioness presents a vivid reflection of America's collective nightmares in 2024, blending sociopolitical themes with intense personal narratives.
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