The tragic death of the Ukrainian refugee whose life was cut short by a violent act, is a stark and painful reminder of a pervasive failure within the United States (US) justice system. While the news headlines focus on the immediate tragedy, the full story reveals a deeper systemic problem:...
The digital mountain of unplayed video games sits dormant for many players, a monument to ambition and impulse. On platforms like Steam, PlayStation and Xbox, millions of gamers have accumulated massive backlogs — vast libraries of titles purchased during sales or at launch, only to be left untouched. This phenomenon...
The roar of an engine, the scent of burning rubber, a car flashing by. For decades that is what defined a powerful subculture on both sides of the Pacific. American and Japanese street racers had different cars, roads and rules but they shared a common spirit: a desire for community,...
Poland senior officials believe that Trump’s claims of a Russian drone being a mistake are false and doubtful. In context, 19 Russian drones crossed into Poland. Plus, 400 drones and 40 missiles crossed into Ukraine. Poland officials such as Deputy Minister of Defense, Cezary Tomcyzk, and Prime Minister Donald Tusk...
The principle of national sovereignty is a cornerstone of the modern world. It is the bedrock of the United Nations Charter, and it dictates that a nation’s internal affairs are its own. But what happens when a government turns its might against its own people, perpetrating mass atrocities? At what...
I’ve read a lot of books over the years. I’ve rooted for heroines, cried over chosen ones, and lived dozens of lives through the pages. Some stories change your life. Honestly, I’d say quite a few have changed mine in one way or another. Still, there will always be one...
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