The Social Dilemma
byThe Social Dilemma, Netflix’s new documentary, is an indictment of the tech industry.
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The Lesser-Known Story Of Tom Alter
byTom Alter, a versatile genius, made a stellar contribution to the world of acting, sports journalism & writing.
Why Secrecy Over Modi’s Coronavirus Relief Fund Damages Democracy
byDespite claiming to be transparent, the prime minister’s office refuses to divulge details of how the donations are used.
Twitter’s Porn Problem
byTwitter bans political ads, flags Trump’s tweets as “manipulated.“ However, it ignores hate/race porn embedded in it.
Ashes To Ashes
byHere’s a poignant poem which narrates how humans decimate & destroy the earth we inhabit. Is it too late to save it?
The Spectre Of Biological & Chemical Warfare
byBiological & chemical weapons, which can be produced in a lab, are changing the shape of global warfare.
The Physics Of Creativity
byCreativity, the central source of meaning in our lives, is far more difficult to comprehend than what scientists claim.
Venus: Could It Really Harbour Life?
byNew study springs a surprise. It found the presence of the molecule Phosphine, hinting at the presence of life on Venus.
India-China Face-Off: A Breakthrough In Moscow?
byDrawing from history, we can conclude that China’s subversive diplomacy & hegemonic behaviour are likely to continue.
Are South Asian Immigrants Re-Colonising The West?
byThe legitimacy of the narrative of ‘recolonisation’ by the South Asians can be contested by charting their metamorphosis.
Umbrella & Homicide
byCryptic, provocative & enigmatic, this poem castigates the ugliness of TV news by burrowing into the human consciousness.
The History Of Graffiti
byHumans have been making art on walls for millennia. Now, we call it Graffiti. But why is it illegal?
The Global Rise of Fascism In The 21st-Century
byIs democracy paving the way for tyranny? Plato postulated that it would, centuries ago. Here’s why Fascism is on the rise.
How 9/11 Changed Journalism
by9/11 has set a precedent for drastic changes in journalism, which has turned opinionated, ugly & hyper-nationalistic.
A Tale Of Two Cities
byWhat makes Navi Mumbai unique is its fresh sparkle. Also, space — a dream of a ‘new city’ come true.