Culture
‘Decolonizing the Mind’: The life and world of Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o
June 3, 2025African literature, but also world literature—the art of progressive humanity—loses one of its outstanding representatives.
Read more‘Teleology’ review: Folk singer Peggy Seeger’s final album
June 2, 2025This album confirms her vocals and enthusiasm are as stirring and engaging as ever.
Read moreMarxism without Communists? Losurdo’s ‘Western Marxism’ misses the forest for the trees
May 29, 2025Instead of serving up a clear catalogue of the revisionism and opportunism, Domenico Losurdo’s work actually muddies the waters further.
Read more‘Drop Dead City’ review: Timely doc on 1975 New York City financial crisis
May 28, 2025Although set 50 years ago, the film parallels what’s happening in present-day America, offering a stark cautionary tale that is timely and relevant.
Read more‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ review: Despite American chauvinism, still a one-of-a-kind adventure
May 27, 2025Tom Cruise and director Christopher McQuarrie pulled off another extravagant magic trick with an improvised script.
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