The Forgotten Fire
On October 8th, 1871, the small Wisconsin logging town of Peshtigo was consumed by one of the most severe and woefully under-reported fires in human […]
Everyday Life in 1990s Cuba Captured in Rare and Fascinating Photos
Rare photos reveal everyday life in 1990s Cuba during a time of resilience and change, offering a candid glimpse into the country’s culture and daily […]
What Would Happen if the Generals Refused to Follow Orders?
Trump and Hegseth are pushing the military too far — and now is the time to say so. Source: What Would Happen if the Generals […]
Here’s the real reason Endurance sank
The ship wasn’t designed to withstand the powerful ice compression forces—and Shackleton knew it. Source: Here’s the real reason Endurance sank – Ars Technica
Secretive Watchlisting Center Executing NSPM-7
“We’re expanding the watchlist,” FBI director says amid 300% increase in domestic terror investigations. Source: Secretive Watchlisting Center Executing NSPM-7
Europe At Speed: Early Street Photography from Joel Meyerowitz 1966-67 – Flashbak
Joel Meyerowitz was 28 when he embarked on a year-long road trip across Europe in 1966. The experience changed him. Source: Europe At Speed: Early […]
Book Review: A Call to Arms About the Threat of Anti-Science
“Science Under Siege,” by Michael E. Mann and Peter J. Hotez, is an impassioned manifesto against attacks on science. Source: Book Review: A Call to […]
10 Portraits of Mick Jagger by Andy Warhol, 1975 – Flashbak
In 1975 artist Andy Warhol produced a series of ten postcards of Rolling Stones British singer Mick Jagger. Source: 10 Portraits of Mick Jagger by […]
Opinion | Tom Friedman on the Only Way to Solve the Israel-Hamas War
Opinion Tom Friedman on the Only Way to Solve the Israel-Hamas War