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#civil-rights
NYC politics
fromBuzzFeed
1 month 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
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

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

NYC politics
fromBuzzFeed
1 month 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
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

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

#french-politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Paris food

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

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Paris food

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

#philosophy
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

'Nihilism' is in the news. What's behind this 'nothing' philosophy?

The bombing at a fertility clinic is linked to the philosophy of nihilism, reflecting beliefs of despair and meaninglessness.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

'Nihilism' is in the news. What's behind this 'nothing' philosophy?

The bombing at a fertility clinic is linked to the philosophy of nihilism, reflecting beliefs of despair and meaninglessness.
#architecture
fromArchDaily
6 days ago
Renovation

The Holy See Pavilion Presents a Living Practice of Restoration at the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025

fromArchDaily
6 days ago
Renovation

The Holy See Pavilion Presents a Living Practice of Restoration at the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025

#israeli-palestinian-conflict
#trump-administration
US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

What to know about the wartime authority Trump could use in mass deportations

Trump may use the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to detain and deport immigrants without court hearings, but the U.S. isn't currently at war.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Culture War Politics Could Pave the Way for Pan-American Trumpism

Trump's policies have significantly strained US-Latin America relations, marking a low point in diplomatic ties.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
3 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.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump's expulsions are jaw-droppingly cruel. But they're part of an American tradition | Steven Hahn

The expulsion of protected residents like Kilmar Abrego Garcia highlights the Trump administration's extreme immigration policies and historical patterns of political exclusion.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Historical precedent: Courts wrestle with White House's 'invasion' claim

Judge Rodriguez ruled against the rapid deportation under the Alien Enemies Act, citing historical context and the original meaning of 'invasion.'
US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

What to know about the wartime authority Trump could use in mass deportations

Trump may use the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to detain and deport immigrants without court hearings, but the U.S. isn't currently at war.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Culture War Politics Could Pave the Way for Pan-American Trumpism

Trump's policies have significantly strained US-Latin America relations, marking a low point in diplomatic ties.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
3 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.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump's expulsions are jaw-droppingly cruel. But they're part of an American tradition | Steven Hahn

The expulsion of protected residents like Kilmar Abrego Garcia highlights the Trump administration's extreme immigration policies and historical patterns of political exclusion.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Historical precedent: Courts wrestle with White House's 'invasion' claim

Judge Rodriguez ruled against the rapid deportation under the Alien Enemies Act, citing historical context and the original meaning of 'invasion.'
Books
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Should Children's Literature Have Rules?

The intersection of education and entertainment in children's literature profoundly influences moral development and engagement with literature.
Madrid food
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

The Cinco de Mayo recipes you need for micheladas, guacamole and queso fundido

Cinco de Mayo is more celebrated in the U.S. than Mexico, despite its historical significance being lesser known.
fromTheartnewspaper
3 weeks ago

East meets West in Venice: the unlikely love affair between a Hermitage curator and a Cambridge don

Pears weaves Salmina's recollections and Haskell's diaries into a seamless narrative, depicting a profound love story set against the backdrop of a complex Europe.
Relationships
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Contributor: Take it from California's election czar, the SAVE Act is a sham

The SAVE Act risks disenfranchising millions of voters under the pretext of preventing voter fraud, which is largely non-existent.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 month ago

Five south London towns that used to be part of Surrey

Most people use Sutton, Surrey' when addressing letters to people in the town of Sutton because the town used to be part of the county of Surrey. But it would be more accurate to use Sutton, London' because since 1965 the town has been the heart of the London Borough of Sutton.
London politics
#trump
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

No, Donald: The US Owes Ukraine

US foreign policy has contributed to Ukraine's dire circumstances and the rise of Putin.
US aid demands from Ukraine overlook the harmful impact of past foreign policies.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Opinion | Trump's Imaginary Emergencies Are Doing Real Damage

Trump's national security initiatives lack an actual threat, raising concerns about civil liberties and legal implications.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

James Carville questions if Americans should wait until Trump is 'Hitler' before taking action

Carville urges action against Trump's administration before it's too late.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

No, Donald: The US Owes Ukraine

US foreign policy has contributed to Ukraine's dire circumstances and the rise of Putin.
US aid demands from Ukraine overlook the harmful impact of past foreign policies.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Opinion | Trump's Imaginary Emergencies Are Doing Real Damage

Trump's national security initiatives lack an actual threat, raising concerns about civil liberties and legal implications.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

James Carville questions if Americans should wait until Trump is 'Hitler' before taking action

Carville urges action against Trump's administration before it's too late.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

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

While the fluid set design captures the historical events, much of the performance feels overly academic, lacking emotional engagement with the characters' personal struggles.
Women
fromianVisits
1 month ago

The Wimbledon mansion that's also the Vatican's Embassy to Great Britain

The Vatican's embassy, the Apostolic Nunciature to Great Britain, highlights historical tensions and complexities between the UK and the Holy See dating back to King Henry VIII.
London politics
#tariffs
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | Trump's Tariffs Would Unleash Chaos at the Border

Tariffs proposed by President Trump may exacerbate border chaos rather than solve it by incentivizing black market activities.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | Trump's Tariffs Would Unleash Chaos at the Border

Tariffs proposed by President Trump may exacerbate border chaos rather than solve it by incentivizing black market activities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

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

Richard Ford’s comments about Spain and its people, revealing a blend of deep affection masked by sharp criticism, serve as a lens for understanding foreign perspectives.
Madrid food
#social-justice
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Women

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

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Women

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

fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

April 16: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

An income tax is un-Democratic. This is true, whether Democratic principles or national platforms be considered. It negates Democratic principles and traditions.
Beer
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | Don't Roll Your Eyes at Due Process

Recent treatment of Venezuelan gang suspects lacks due process compared to World War II treatment of Nazis under the Alien Enemies Act.
fromSCSJ
1 month ago

SCSJ Updates Lawsuit Over Edenton Confederate Monument Placement

The amended lawsuit highlights that the monument was built in an era of acute racial animosity, raising concerns over its relocation.
Black Lives Matter
Mission District
fromKqed
1 month ago

Angel Island Exhibit Aims to Shine Light on Border Surveillance, American Exclusion | KQED

The new exhibit on Angel Island highlights historical and contemporary immigration policies and surveillance technology affecting asylum seekers.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

The Paradox of Open Innovation - Chaos, Creation, and Collaboration | HackerNoon

Tradeoffs of informational liberty invite chaotic consequences.
Digital life
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

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

If your complaint is that you want more government, not less, reducing government revenues by refusing to pay your taxes is an odd way to go about it.
US politics
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French expression of the Day: Le peine de ma Rigne

In the end, Cardinal Rigne was caught and tried as a thief, his grand political dreams in ruins.
Paris food
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The history of universal basic income: The concept of UBI has been debated for centuries

A basic income, whether guaranteed or universal, may seem like a revolutionary concept, but it's actually been debated in American politics for centuries, dating back to the nation's founding.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

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

The handshake signifies the coming together of seemingly intractable enemies into an agreement to share the spoils rather than fight over them.
US politics
Arts
fromArchDaily
2 months 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.
Germany politics
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Why Germany, Italy and Japan still depend on US nuclear deterrence

Three key countries are increasing military spending while still relying on the U.S. for nuclear deterrence.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months 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.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months 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
2 months 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.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The blue blues have never left us': a new book examines the color's spanning ties to Black culture

Imani Perry's book explores the deep relationship between the color blue and the Black diaspora, illustrating its complex cultural significance.
Film
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The Year's Most Urgent Best Picture Contender Is the One Almost No One Has Seen

The film depicts life under a military dictatorship through the lens of a family's struggle to maintain normalcy amidst turmoil.
Social justice
fromtime.com
3 months ago

How Decades-Old Progressive Reforms Helped Usher in a Culture of Police Impunity

Police brutality issues in America are influenced by both historical Jim Crow laws and mid-20th century progressive legislation.
The perception of police chiefs as the source of misconduct complicates the conversation on accountability.
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

The Simple Trick To Prevent Watered Down Iced Tea Every Time - Tasting Table

The key to avoiding less-than-stellar iced tea is to make the flavor of the iced tea strong so that it doesn't fade when the tea is poured over ice.
Food & drink
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Black History Testifies to the Impossible Creative Power of Black Resistance

The resilience of Black people embodies creativity and defiance against systemic oppression, as exemplified by the saying "making a way out of no way."
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
3 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.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Eastern Europe's fate in hands of major powers once again DW 02/21/2025

US and Russia discuss diplomatic engagement and Ukraine, with concerns over lack of Ukrainian representation.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

The Evolution of Presidential Power

Presidential powers are broadly interpreted due to vague constitutional wording.
The expansion of presidential powers has evolved over time.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 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
3 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
3 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.
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
3 months ago

The River of Separation, a Navajo Creation Story

The harmony of the Navajo creation story emphasizes the importance of collaboration and mutual respect between men and women, illustrating the consequences of imbalance.
History
Miscellaneous
fromThe New Yorker
3 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.
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