Iran's millions paid in cash to Kabul's leaders said to be common practice among countries courting favor. Long read for the commute: Hersh, cyber war, hype manufacturing. See also: studio life of Afghanistan's first soap opera. Citation analysis says the New York Times considers
These surreal yet cozy images in Bo Bartlett’s work depict a world the painter knows best—himself, his childhood home, and family. But beyond painting what he knows, Bartlett paints what he feels, a spiritual connection between his past, present, and future lives. (Some images NSFW)
Why, if the Democrats lose, Obama could be better off--and why it boosts his chances for a 2012 win. Guns purchased from a single shop outside D.C. have been linked to 2,500 crimes. Find online success or die trying--in 18 months, The Awl went broke and
In 2005, Daniel Tucker founded AREA Chicago, an organization whose “publications and events serve the double mission of researching art, education, and activist practices within the city of Chicago.” Tucker recently announced his departure from the organization, but he’s been keeping busy. He collaborated on a book called Farm
New narrative: U.S., Afghan forces routing the Taliban in Kandahar, insurgency's heartland. BBC reporter rationalizes trashing war protester's sign, says it was wrong sign, wrong time. Video: Y'all ready for this? G-20 conference, let's go! Virginia textbook author also behind
After belt-tightening forces relocation to a boarding house in Yonkers, our writer learns the ropes of his new situation, where hallways lead to the most unexpected places.
Elliott Smith died seven years ago today in Los Angeles. Though he’s remembered mythically in the East Village, it was in Brooklyn where he was happy.
Gaza's smuggling tunnels now used for export. Sarkozy follows through on retirement reform and France implodes; U.K. follows suit and Brits tweet wryly. Cape Town frets over razing World Cup stadium, desired by few. Book studying development, specifically in Ethiopia, finds vain, unfulfilled promises. Op: As Facebook
G.O.P., White House prepare for investigations into administration practices, should Republicans take control of the House. N.A.A.C.P. backs report that uncovers Tea Party ties to white nationalist groups. Lone Sept. 11 civil trial to begin in June against United Airlines--passenger's family
Those who can’t do, learn. In this installment of our series in which the clueless apprentice with the experts, we divine meaning from the heavenly bodies.
