The death of popular rapper Takeoff underscores a uniquely American problem – gun violence.
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In a Young Muslim Man’s Courage, a Lesson for Us All
It is not surprising that the Manipal Institute of Technology student's classmates kept silent as he stood up to his bigoted teacher. That is the nature of our nation …
The Academy of Fine Arts in Kolkata Has Lost its Mystique
What was once the nerve centre of cultural life in Kolkata has turned into a cash-strapped institution where only those unable to get space in newer galleries showcase their …
Clay Diyas on Diwali
A poem on what ordinary days actually mean.
‘Gaslighting’ Is Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Year 2022
Interest in psychological manipulation has never been so high, according to online dictionary searches. 'Gaslighting' beat out other words such as 'oligarch', 'cancel culture', and 'Omicron'.
A Rape Survivor’s Memories III
A poem on the day my sister and I were forced to grow up.
Shraddha Walkar and Beyond: How Media Coverage Is Shaping Perceptions
In most cases of sexual violence, big media highlights the accused’s name only when he happens to be Muslim.
The Problem With ‘Call of Duty’ Isn’t That It Makes Us Violent — It’s That It Makes Us Numb
Everyone’s talking about the horrible political message of the new 'Call of Duty'. Fair enough. But there’s no proof that video games generate real-world violence. There is proof, however, …
‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Reclaims the Myth of an African Utopia
The film sees myths created by the Black diaspora come alive as Wakanda is presented as a Black utopia.
‘Kashmir Files’ a ‘Propaganda, Inappropriate, Vulgar Movie’ Says IFFI 2022 Jury Head
Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Israeli filmmaker Nadav Lapid said "all of them [jury members]" were "disturbed and shocked" to see the film screened at the festival.