Political slogans grew sharper, and in some places the protests shifted from economic dissent to open calls for regime change.
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What “Loving-Kindness” Meditation is and How to Practice it in the New Year
Regular mindfulness practice has been linked to reduced stress and anxiety, better sleep and quicker healing after injury and illness
Inflation, Protests and the Shadow of Another War on Iran
Netanyahu traveled to Florida for an extended meeting with President Donald Trump, and the conversation focused heavily on Iran
“A door to which I found no key:” FitzGerald’s The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám 1:32
Not you nor I have known the secrets of eternity. / Not you nor I have solved the riddle that the letter hides
Why is the United States Drawn to War?
It’s the Oligarchy, Stupid: The financial kings, the bankers and billionaires
Literature from Islamic Societies embraced homoerotic Love until the 19th century. What happened?
Attitudes towards homosexuality in early Islamic societies were complex
Death of a Director: Bahram Beyzai, Pioneer of Iran’s New Age Cinema
After much struggle with censorship and pressure, he finally left Iran in 2010
“Through the Seventh Gate:” FitzGerald’s The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám 1:31
From earth’s dark depths to Saturn’s pinnacle / I solved the puzzles of the turning skies.
Confirmed: Epstein-Dershowitz Campaign against Mearsheimer-Walt’s ‘The Israel Lobby’
Epstein proceeded to play a role in the campaign against Walt and Mearsheimer. His pro-Israel credentials were impeccable
Inequality alone doesn’t cause civil Unrest – but Internet Access adds the crucial Spark
The poorest half of humanity, meanwhile, receive just 8% of income and own 2% of wealth
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