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Africa's junta-led nations use music to push their latest anti-imperialism drive

The Nigerien conference reflects a shift in allegiance from Western partners to military regimes in Sahel countries, citing anti-imperialist sentiments.
#ukraine

The sad story of Bibek, a shy Nepali mercenary who fought for Russia

Ukrainians view their struggle against Russia as an anti-imperialist fight, pleading with others not to join this conflict.

Terrorist Attack and Election Pave Way for Putin to Intensify Repression and War

Putin is using a terrorist attack to advance his imperialist and authoritarian aims.
Russian officials are attempting to implicate Ukraine in the Moscow concert hall attack to divert attention from their regime's failure.

The sad story of Bibek, a shy Nepali mercenary who fought for Russia

Ukrainians view their struggle against Russia as an anti-imperialist fight, pleading with others not to join this conflict.

Terrorist Attack and Election Pave Way for Putin to Intensify Repression and War

Putin is using a terrorist attack to advance his imperialist and authoritarian aims.
Russian officials are attempting to implicate Ukraine in the Moscow concert hall attack to divert attention from their regime's failure.
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How One of America's Most Decorated Marines Exposed the Hidden Costs of War

Smedley Butler, decorated war hero, later criticized war as a profitable venture for elites, reflecting a deep shift in his perspective on military engagements.

Navid Negahban Thinks Hamzad Was 'Too Advanced' for The Old Man's Afghanistan

The Old Man's second season shifts focus to personal impacts of characters' pasts, highlighting emotional connections and identities in the context of imperialism.
#history

Putin's Use and Abuse of History as a Political Weapon

Putin uses a rigid Historical Narrative to justify aggressive wars and legitimize imperialistic actions, particularly in the context of Ukraine.

A New Statue of a British Colonialist Exposes a Divide in Singapore

Singapore honors its colonial history, particularly Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles, while facing renewed debates over the implications of colonial legacy.

Putin's Use and Abuse of History as a Political Weapon

Putin uses a rigid Historical Narrative to justify aggressive wars and legitimize imperialistic actions, particularly in the context of Ukraine.

A New Statue of a British Colonialist Exposes a Divide in Singapore

Singapore honors its colonial history, particularly Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles, while facing renewed debates over the implications of colonial legacy.
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The Indian poet who scared white South Africa and changed it

Sarojini Naidu's 1924 speech inspired unity against imperialism and racial discrimination among Black South Africans.

Corey Ramon Gibson Brings His Contemplative Art Home to DC - Washingtonian

Corey Ramon Gibson's solo show at the Potomac Gallery addresses themes of imperialism and Black liberation through emotionally resonant artwork.
#colonialism

Why museums should repatriate fossils

Expeditions into Lakotan lands 150 years ago by Custer and Marsh highlighted colonial exploitation and cultural dispossession.
The expeditions of Custer and Marsh exemplified different approaches to exploration but both contributed to the dispossession of Native American people.

James C. Scott, the Ambivalent Anarchist

Anthropology's roots are intertwined with imperialism, revealing a complex legacy of cultural understanding gained through colonialism.

Why is London's 150-year-old Albert Memorial now so controversial?

The Albert Memorial in London appears offensive for promoting colonial and imperialistic views.

So empire and the slave trade contributed little to Britain's wealth? Pull the other one, Kemi Badenoch| Will Hutton

British empire's economic impact overstated by Imperial Measurement report.

To Fight Global Fascism, We Must Confront Zionism

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is exposing the violent nature of colonialism and imperialism globally.
The genocide in Gaza is shedding light on the parallels between the struggles for liberation across different regions.

Why museums should repatriate fossils

Expeditions into Lakotan lands 150 years ago by Custer and Marsh highlighted colonial exploitation and cultural dispossession.
The expeditions of Custer and Marsh exemplified different approaches to exploration but both contributed to the dispossession of Native American people.

James C. Scott, the Ambivalent Anarchist

Anthropology's roots are intertwined with imperialism, revealing a complex legacy of cultural understanding gained through colonialism.

Why is London's 150-year-old Albert Memorial now so controversial?

The Albert Memorial in London appears offensive for promoting colonial and imperialistic views.

So empire and the slave trade contributed little to Britain's wealth? Pull the other one, Kemi Badenoch| Will Hutton

British empire's economic impact overstated by Imperial Measurement report.

To Fight Global Fascism, We Must Confront Zionism

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is exposing the violent nature of colonialism and imperialism globally.
The genocide in Gaza is shedding light on the parallels between the struggles for liberation across different regions.
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To Mark Japan's Surrender at the End of World War II, This Navy Officer Raced Halfway Around the World With a Historic Flag in Tow

Commodore Perry's mission opened Japan to Western trade, significantly altering its isolationist policies and initiating a path toward imperialism.

How did an artist swap one of the British Museum's historic coins with a fake?

An artist swapped a historic British coin from the British Museum for a fake to highlight the issue of items taken from other countries.

Briefly Noted Book Reviews

Exploration of historical figures in a contemporary setting reveals connections between past and present struggles.

The Ministry of Time author Kaliane Bradley: It was just so much fun'

Kaliane Bradley published a novel exploring time-travel romance and addressing modern life's absurdity, imperialism, and environmental crisis.
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