A pragmatic political compromise with an uncertain future. […]
Exploring Dutch coffeeshops then and now
Russia’s Sakha people find refuge in Kazakhstan
Fleeing racism and militarism has also opened dialogue between ethnic groups across countries. […]
Univ. of Chicago: Ann Mische on global protest
“Channeling Antipartisan Contention: Field Structures and Partisan Strategies in a Global Protest Wave, 2008-2016,” by Ann Mische (Brazil, 1987-1990) and Tomás Gold, The University of Chicago Press Journals, May 2024 […]
Eater: Joshua Levkowitz on modern Turkey’s signature drink
“Gazoz is the drink of modern Turkey,” by Joshua Levkowitz (Syria, 2021-2023), Eater, June 10, 2024 […]
Foreign Policy: Joshua Levkowitz on disputes over Syrian cuisine
“The Influencer Chef Dividing Syria’s Diaspora,” by Joshua Levkowitz (Syria, 2021-2023), Foreign Policy, June 8, 2024 […]
Financial Times: Neri Zilber on reaction to Gaza ceasefire
“Ministers threaten to bring down Israeli government over ‘reckless’ Gaza ceasefire plan,” by Neri Zilber (Israel, 2011-2013), Financial Times, June 1, 2024 […]
Harper’s Magazine: Andrew Weil’s scenes from a psychedelic pioneer
“Saturn Return,” by Andrew Weil (Mexico, Guatemala, Panama, Colombia, United States, 1971-1975), Harper’s Magazine, January 2024 […]
Russian exiles in Tbilisi join protests against ‘foreign agents’ law
Georgia’s new Kremlin-style measures are generating sympathy for emigres. […]
The Dutch paradox: drugs, dignity and peace
How the Netherlands effectively balances personal freedom and public order. […]
Financial Times: Neri Zilber on Israel’s mood darkening
“Israel’s ‘strategic drift’ darkens national mood,” by Neri Zilber (Israel, 2011-2013), Financial Times, May 18, 2024 […]