Brexit: An Act Of Self Sabotage?
byWith the Brexit mandate, the UK has closed its doors on global trade and commerce, a sharp point of departure from the expansionary policies that created the British empire.
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Abbas Ali & The Beauties Of Lucknow
byAbbas Ali’s photo book tells the a story that’s buried deep within the dustbin of history.
The Legend Of Tenali Rama
byTenali Rama’s humorous folklore, laced with logic & common sense, shared over centuries, will continue to be retold for many generations.
The Less Known History Of The Cancer-Causing Chemical Sweetener, Aspartame
byThe history of Aspartame highlights how few powerful men with questionable integrity manipulate decisions on public health.
The Magic Of Masala Chai
byMasala Chai, with all its goodness, works wonders not only on your palette but also on your psyche. It’s healthy, tasty & refreshing.
Chutney Music: Where Bhojpuri Folk Meets Caribbean Calypso
byChutney music is more than a genre. It is an attempt by the East-Indian communities in the Caribbean to reclaim their history.
From Burma Rani to Chellam Sir: The Evolution of India’s Spy Films
byThe evolution of India’s spy films shows how geopolitics influence storytelling & popular culture.
How Disease & Xenophobia Gave Birth To Legends Of Vampires
byFear, ignorance & superstition sans medical knowledge pushed strange narratives about Vampires.
Manipur Is Burning: Why Are You Silent, Mr Modi?
byThe tragedy in Manipur shows that politicians who want to capture power will exploit the fault lines & aggravate social polarisation.
Artificial Intelligence Is A Threat To Humanity: Here’s Why
byDespite AI posing an enormous threat to humanity, large multinational corporations who create AI tools remain unregulated.
How Polo Was Discovered In Manipur
byThe game of polo has its roots in Manipur. Here’s the story of how it evolved.
Where Is The Good Governance You Promised, Mr Modi?
byIf the Modi government is serious about keeping up promises of good governance, it’s important to focus more on governance and less on optics.
AI Could Take Over Elections & Undermine Democracy
byAutomation dramatically increases the scale & effectiveness of behavior manipulation and microtargeting techniques used in political campaigns.
Treatment-Resistant Fungi Are A Global Risk: Can Molecular Mechanics Help?
byAntifungal molecular machines are still in the early stages of development and are not yet available for routine clinical use.
Pakistan’s Military: A Corrupt State Within A Failed State
byThe military’s rise to power in Pakistan is linked to cultivating a collective ethos that portrays politics as inherently corrupt, while positioning itself as the sole bastion of honesty, discipline & nationalism.