• Post-Political Post-Aesthetics
    Post-Political Post-Aesthetics

    The universal premises of culture and politics have been subject to criticism from the moment that Enlightenment theories emerged. In postmodern theory, radical skepticism replaces judgement and makes universal speculation seem like either an absurd game or a violent imposition.

    The Puzzle of Financialization
    The Puzzle of Financialization

    In this reprise from October 1993, Henry Magdoff and Paul Sweezy ask: "Isn't there anyone around here who understands how this capitalist system works?"

    Insect Apocalypse in the Anthropocene, Part 3
    Insect Apocalypse in the Anthropocene, Part 3

    Ian Angus on chemical warfare against insects.

    Child’s play?: Berlin Bulletin 209, March 26 2023
    Child’s play?: Berlin Bulletin 209, March 26 2023

    I recall a circle game from my childhood; after each round another chair was removed, leaving one more child out. We called it “Going to Jerusalem.” Last week Israeli boss Netanyahu arrived FROM Jerusalem. After two days he was out of the Berlin circle—one day too early.

    It’s High Time to Step up the Protection of Europe’s Critical Maritime Infrastructure
    It’s High Time to Step up the Protection of Europe’s Critical Maritime Infrastructure

    After the truth about the Nord Stream pipeline explosion came to light, the whole world knows that the United States was behind the destruction of critical infrastructure. In fact, the destruction of infrastructure is not a new method to achieve America's purpose.

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