Does the Enlightenment's Great Female Intellect Need Rescuing?
Émilie du Châtelet's contributions were recognized in her time but largely forgotten, highlighting the complexities of rediscovering marginalized figures.
Do men really think about the Roman Empire all the time? Give them Joan Smith's Roman history of misogyny
Joan Smith's work reveals the harsh realities of Roman history, urging a reevaluation of how women were depicted in narratives about the empire.
Does the Enlightenment's Great Female Intellect Need Rescuing?
Émilie du Châtelet's contributions were recognized in her time but largely forgotten, highlighting the complexities of rediscovering marginalized figures.
Do men really think about the Roman Empire all the time? Give them Joan Smith's Roman history of misogyny
Joan Smith's work reveals the harsh realities of Roman history, urging a reevaluation of how women were depicted in narratives about the empire.
Harris's Price Control Plan is Worse Than You Think
Old, harmful ideas in American politics resurface repeatedly, demonstrating a pattern of repeating historical mistakes.
Trump Loves Tariffs, Doesn't Actually Know What They Are
The former president's nostalgic views on Gilded Age protectionism ignore its historical consequences, particularly the economic depression of the 1890s.
Neoliberal Policies Associated With Reaganomics Actually Started With Carter
Neoliberal policies have significantly increased income inequality, rooted in earlier administrations rather than solely attributed to Thatcher and Reagan.
Nature, Culture, and Inequality by Thomas Piketty review mind the gap
Piketty emphasizes that wealth inequality is influenced by politics and collective action, challenging the notion of inevitable disparities in market economies.
Harris's Price Control Plan is Worse Than You Think
Old, harmful ideas in American politics resurface repeatedly, demonstrating a pattern of repeating historical mistakes.
Trump Loves Tariffs, Doesn't Actually Know What They Are
The former president's nostalgic views on Gilded Age protectionism ignore its historical consequences, particularly the economic depression of the 1890s.
Neoliberal Policies Associated With Reaganomics Actually Started With Carter
Neoliberal policies have significantly increased income inequality, rooted in earlier administrations rather than solely attributed to Thatcher and Reagan.
Nature, Culture, and Inequality by Thomas Piketty review mind the gap
Piketty emphasizes that wealth inequality is influenced by politics and collective action, challenging the notion of inevitable disparities in market economies.
Don't trust the polls? Neither did The New York Times in 1956 (spoiler: it didn't work out great)
The New York Times conducted extensive reporting in 1956 to gauge public opinion but failed to accurately predict Eisenhower's reelection victory.
Ancient Christianities by Paula Fredriksen (Book Review)
Explores the interplay of early Christianity, Judaism, and paganism, revealing the diverse origins and developments within ancient Christianities over the first five centuries.
DNA confirms these 19th century lions ate humans
The Tsavo Man-Eaters killed many railway workers in 1898, confirmed via DNA analysis to have included human remains among other prey.
Hastings: An Unusual Battle - Medievalists.net
The Battle of Hastings was an unusually lengthy and evenly matched encounter, requiring careful interpretation within the broader context of medieval military history.
Historian & Armor Expert Reacts to Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2's Multiplayer Weapons & Armor
Tobias Capwell analyzes the historical inspirations behind Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2's weaponry and armor, connecting gaming design to real-world martial practices.
I wasn't interested in Churchill': Steve McQueen on the ordinary people' in his film Blitz
Blitz offers a grim, chaotic depiction of WWII bombings, emphasizing individual struggles over traditional portrayals of unity or misery.
Everyone wants to know what AI is worth. One investor looked to the past for the $20 trillion answer.
AI's potential is vast, with Ben Miller estimating its value could reach $20 trillion, though its growth aligns with past technology trends.
Israel Has Invaded Lebanon Three Times Before. Here's a Closer Look.
Israel's past invasions of Lebanon aimed to secure its borders but led to unintended destabilization and increased sectarian tensions.
Another Way Jimmy Carter, 100 Today, Bested His Fellow Presidents
Jimmy Carter, the longest-lived U.S. president, is also the most prolific author, with more best-selling books than those written about him.
The 2024 Chicago White Sox: a team so historically bad they stopped tweeting results
The 2024 Chicago White Sox had the worst season in modern MLB history with 121 losses, reflecting a catastrophic performance.
Social media commentary highlighted the team's inability to perform, capturing the fans' frustration with humorous posts.
Review: 'Lover of Men' casts Abraham Lincoln in a lavender light
The documentary argues that Abraham Lincoln may have had queer relationships, particularly with his close male friends, challenging traditional historical narratives.
'Lover of Men' explores the gay side of Abraham Lincoln
The documentary claims Abraham Lincoln had deep emotional and sexual relationships with men, portraying this as a significant aspect of his identity.
Review: 'Lover of Men' casts Abraham Lincoln in a lavender light
The documentary argues that Abraham Lincoln may have had queer relationships, particularly with his close male friends, challenging traditional historical narratives.
'Lover of Men' explores the gay side of Abraham Lincoln
The documentary claims Abraham Lincoln had deep emotional and sexual relationships with men, portraying this as a significant aspect of his identity.
Gladiator rebellions and bread strikes: ancient Rome's labor unions revealed
Workers' rights remain a critical issue today, echoing struggles from as far back as the Roman Empire.
As a war historian I was pessimistic about human nature. Writing the history of the mind has changed me | Paul Ham
War is not inevitable; there is hope for a future free of violence through evolving human beliefs.
Drug Use Isn't All or Only an Individual Choice
Drug use and addiction are shaped by intricate social and political contexts that necessitate a broader model of care.
Myth and misogyny: how male representations of the female form have changed the way women are viewed
Creation myths reveal the historical minimization of female figures, showcasing how women's narratives have been overshadowed by male creators.
Callaghan's tight fist was his undoing as it could be for Reeves | Phillip Inman
Rachel Reeves must balance fiscal responsibility with maintaining an appealing welfare state, a challenge faced by past chancellors.
Ancient equine genomes reveal dawn of horse domestication
Modern domestic horses spread widely around 4,200 years ago, contradicting earlier beliefs that they were linked to human migrations 5,000 years ago.
New Medieval Books: Defining Nature's Limits - Medievalists.net
The Catholic Church's response to Protestantism shaped its approach to science and magical claims during the 16th century.
True face of the 'Screaming Mummy' is revealed after 3,500 years
The Screaming Woman mummy's facial reconstruction reveals her expression resulted from an agonizing death, not careless embalming, challenging previous assumptions.
How the Dutch became the tallest nation on Earth
Increased average heights over the last 200 years reflect improved living standards, nutrition, and health, particularly in Europe, with Dutch men notably the tallest.
Protocol Village: Validation Cloud Supports Stellar Full Archive Nodes, Nillion Partners With AI Network Ritual
Nillion and Ritual partner for decentralized AI technology.
Historian Richard J Evans: I'm planning to write a book about pandemics next. I've had enough of Nazis'
Biographical approach to history is regaining importance to understand the departure from democratic norms and the rise of authoritarianism.
For Epidemics to Cross Oceans, Viruses on Ships Had to Beat the Odds
In the past, infectious diseases often burned out on ships before they could spread to new areas, unlike the rapid global transmission seen in the contemporary world.
1999 Yankees (Rewind) Diary, May 3: Disaster inning leads to series split with KC
Examination of struggles of Black workers in 19th century Boston despite the city's abolitionism hub status.
How to stop students cramming for exams? Send them to sea
Proposal to prevent exam over-preparation.
Baby names: Oliver and Isla are the most popular in Australia but what do the long-term trends reveal?
Theodore, Hudson, and Luca enter the top 10 list for boys in Australia. Isla is now the most popular girl's name, with varying trends seen over the years.
Euro 2024: A small summer fairy tale? DW 07/14/2024
Germany's 2006 World Cup success was a romanticized fairy tale, and the expectation for 2024 is to bring people together realistically.
I cast spells at the audience': Bat for Lashes on howling, magic and new documentary on witch trials
Natasha Khan embraces witchery to convey female empowerment and self-liberation, sharing howling rituals and exploring the historical roots of witch persecution.