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Afrofuturism is a much-need relief in a time when the relationship between America and its citizens feels increasingly complex, literature offers a powerful escape. With recent headlines highlighting the decline of affirmative action, reduced scholarships for Black students, and widespread book bans, many are searching for ways to navigate these challenging realities. Afrofuturism, a genre that blends science fiction, history, and culture, provides a unique lens through which to explore freedom and resilience.

7 Afrofuturism books that reimagine freedom for Black people

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Fact Check: JD Vance's Last Name Means 'Bedbug' in Yiddish?

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Emily Standley Allard

Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

As one of the world’s most isolated countries, North Korea exerts a unique fascination in the Western imagination. It’s easy to misrepresent a place which is so secretive, and which has little opportunity to correct the record. Often the subject of lurid, outlandish and factually dubious reporting, North Korea is typically portrayed as a cult-like dystopia, its inhabitants rendered as a faceless and undifferentiated mass.

This Photo Book Shows a Different Side to Life in North Korea

Reincarnation, a concept as mysterious as it is captivating, suggests that our souls embark on a journey far beyond the confines of our current existence. This belief, shared by millions worldwide, posits that we live multiple lives across different times and spaces. But what exactly is reincarnation? At its core, reincarnation is the philosophical or religious concept that an aspect of a living being starts a new life in a different physical body or form after each biological death. From ancient scriptures to modern anecdotes, stories of past lives and soulful journeys weave through cultures, offering glimpses into the eternal cycle of life, death, and rebirth. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, understanding these 13 facts about reincarnation will illuminate the fascinating discussions surrounding this age-old topic.

13 Facts About Reincarnation

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In Arguing the World, the 1998 documentary about Jewish men who helped define postwar intellectualism and politics, Diana Trilling muses, “Unless a man in that community was bent on sexual conquest he was never interested in women.” A new documentary, How to Come Alive with Norman Mailer, by director Jeff Zimbalist, and two new remarkable...

How New York’s male Jewish intellectuals are still shaping our politics and culture (for better and worse)

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Do your loved ones consult you regularly when they face a crisis? Intelligence is a branch of psychology that lacks a standard definition. Some scientists claim that it is a single ability and others state it comprises aptitudes and skills. Intelligent zodiac signs learn from their experiences and easily recognize and solve problems.

5 Most Intelligent Zodiac Signs

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The woman who shot a video of a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning told WyoFile she and her family were terrified as the blast sent boiling water and rocks skyward, destroying parts of a boardwalk, its guardrail and a nearby bench.

Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion: ‘We were terrified’

If you know someone born under the zodiac sign of Cancer, you've probably felt the intensity of their emotions. When a Cancer gets emotional, they can turn a light shower into a monsoon or a friendly hug into a lifetime commitment! Cancer, the fourth sign of the zodiac, spans from June 21 to July 22. Represented by the Crab, Cancer is a Water sign, deeply connected to emotions, intuition, and the subconscious. Governed by the Moon, which represents emotions, Cancer is known for its profound sensitivity, nurturing nature, and emotional depth. Let's delve into the complexities of Cancer and explore why they are considered one of the most emotional and sensitive signs of the zodiac.

The Most Sensitive and Emotional Zodiac Sign

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You probably studied Native American culture in school, but chances are your teacher only covered a fraction of Indigenous history. Native American tradition and accomplishments are vast and steeped in incredible feats.

19 Facts Many People Don't Know About Native Americans

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“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

Jess and Trisha talk briefly about the possible romance world implications of Project 2025 and then discuss their many — MANY — feelings about The Idea of You (both the book and film). Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more romance recs...

The Good, the Bad, and the Adaptations

The book I want to recommend today has what may be my favorite dedication I’ve ever read, or at the very least, it’s in the top ten. It’s a dystopian young adult fantasy that is an absolutely wild ride from start to finish. The Poisons We Drink...

This Witchy Read is a Wild Ride from Start to Finish

A mainstream psychiatrist finds herself exploring a treatment that is off the radar for most. I am not a researcher; I am a clinical psychiatrist and a writer. When I write about my experiences treating patients with ketamine—as I soon will—I want to be clear: these are case studies from my own practice, they are not randomized, placebo-controlled experiments, but rather a small number of clinical anecdotes. While the use of ketamine and ketamine assisted psychotherapy (KAP) are legal, with the exception of intranasal esketamine (Spravato), ketamine has not been approved for the treatment of any psychiatric condition by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). My use of ketamine will be designed to optimize the chances that patients will have a positive experience and a good response, but KAP, especially when done in groups, has no precise protocols.

Melding Science with Woo-Woo

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

ST. PAUL, MN – Mary Magdalene is one of history’s most enigmatic figures, often shrouded in myth and mystery. Was she a sinner, a saint, or perhaps something more scandalous? For centuries, her true story has been hidden beneath layers of misconception and intrigue. Buckle up as we...

Fascinating Facts About Mary Magdalene: The Untold Scandals and Mysteries Revealed!

New books, heist novels, and more today on Book Riot:. Assemble a Crew: 8 “One Last Heist” Mystery and Thriller Books. “One last heist” is an excellent trope in the mystery and thriller genre for many reasons, starting with the fact that the stakes are already built into the premise: everything is riding on this one last event in a do-or-die way. Now the why, the crew involved, the specifics of the heist, and the setting and time period leave plenty of room for authors to think outside of the box as much as they want. There can be a focus on plot and fast-paced action, a deeper dive into the character’s lives in order to explore what lead them to need to commit this one final crime — or a good blend of both.

Assemble a Crew: 8 “One Last Heist” Mystery and Thriller Books

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Step into the enigmatic world of abandoned frontier trading posts, where a convergence of economic shifts, cultural exchange, and haunting legends intertwine. Economic changes and geopolitical influences left these once bustling hubs deserted, shrouded in mystery. These posts, once vibrant with trade and community, now hold echoes of the past, attracting curious visitors. Eerie encounters, ghostly figures, and spectral voices add to the mystique surrounding these ancient structures. Preservation efforts aim to maintain the historical essence, bridging the gap between history and the present. Unravel the secrets and stories hidden within these abandoned trading posts.

Why Do Abandoned Frontier Trading Posts Hold Mysteries?

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What is an Autoethnography?

In anthropology, studying the “other” in their society is a basic tenet of the scholarly field. The founder of anthropology and the credited inventor of ethnography...

What is an Autoethnography?

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