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Let’s fix America with grammar

In the MAGAsphere, sloppy language leads to foolish thoughts, and much worse

Salon · Jul 6

Wednesday quote of the day: George Orwell’s thought-provoking lesson on truth, memory and power may change the way you see the world

George Orwell's quote of the day: George Orwell's chilling words from "1984" resonate powerfully today: "Who controls the past controls the future. Who controls the present controls the past." This adage highlights how shaping historical memory dictates future thought and action. In our digital age, where narratives clash and information…

The Economic Times · Jun 30

Ben Lerner says novel is ‘not a political statement’ despite winning Best Political Fiction prize

‘But the question of how certain forms of media flatten or monetise our attention – I do think that’s political territory,’ said Lerner

The Independent UK · Jun 26

Federal Judge Condemns and Orders Restoration of Trump's Removal of Slavery and Climate Exhibits From National Parks

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore historical exhibits on slavery, climate change, and civil rights in national parks, criticising their removal as an attempt to rewrite history.

International Business Times UK · Jun 14

On This Day in History, June 8: Porsche is born, Ghostbusters release, Siam renamed Thailand, Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four published, NFL merger announced, Robert F. Kennedy laid to rest and other major events

On This Day in History, June 8, the world witnessed events that shaped politics, warfare, literature and culture. The Viking raid on Lindisfarne, the proposal of the US Bill of Rights, the publication of George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four, the creation of Porsche's first vehicle, the NFL-AFL merger announcement and Robert…

The Economic Times · Jun 7

Readers’ top 100 novels of all time

After authors and critics chose their top 100 novels, we asked for your favourites. From Uruguay to the Isle of Skye, 3,000 readers cast their votes. Here are the titles that made your list – topped by a new entry at number 1

The Guardian - UK · Jun 6

I devoured classic novels as a teenager. In a world of distractions, can I relearn how to read them?

In less than a decade, surrounded by screens, I lost my ability to read some of the best books ever written. But, inspired by the Guardian’s 100 best novels list, I was determined to get it back

The Guardian - UK · Jun 2

Nicholas Jordan Wagter's Viral Detention Is Now Being Compared to Orwell's '1984' Online

The Vancouver researcher remains under psychiatric hold as supporters accuse authorities of 'medical kidnapping.'

International Business Times UK · May 28

What am I bid for a blown-up van? The bizarre art auction aiming to build an eco power station in Reform-held Clacton

They blew up a van full of banknotes. They sold high-end Ukrainian vodka to Selfridges. Now art duo Hilary Powell and Dan Edelstyn are auctioning their past works – to launch their most ambitious project to date

The Guardian - UK · May 22

10 Books Every Person Over 50 Should Read Before They Die

Some books hit differently after 50. A novel you barely appreciated in high school might suddenly make perfect sense, while a story about retirement, regret,...

Saving Advice · May 14