The ‘Anti-fascist’ Left Were the Real Fascists All Along

Conflating conservatism with extremism is a sophomoric error by those who don't understand fascism's place on the political spectrum.

Prisoner’s Dilemma Shows Exploitation is a Basic Property of Human Society

A new analysis of the famous game-theory puzzle finds that even when the players seem equal, one can learn to profit at the other’s expense—and the victim will cooperate.

How Many Bones Would You Break to Get Laid?

 “Incels” are going under the knife to reshape their faces, and their dating prospects.

Asia Had the Upper Hand

For centuries, Europeans in Asia were guests, trading partners and subordinates. Only much later did Empire seem imaginable.

The Collapsing Crime Rates of the ’90s Might Have Been Driven by Cellphones

Did technology disrupt the drug game, too?

Iam Fleming Explains How to Write a Thriller

Revisiting the legendary author's very pointed advice to writers.

It’s a Sad Day

Leon Redbone, Cult Singer Who Helped Revive Ragtime, Dead at 69.

Culturally Unique Breakfasts

 from around the world.

Mount Everest Just the World's Latest Victim of Tourist Hordes

Once, you travelled the world to see the world. Now, you travel to shoot the perfect selfie.

Resveratrol May Play Key Role in Lowering High Blood Pressure

A new study shows how the red-wine compound can improve cardiovascular health.

We Need Worms

You might think they are disgusting. But our war against intestinal worms has damaged our immune systems and mental health.

Fiction of facts

What the fashion for autofiction means for the relationship between an author and their work.
I write autofiction. Everyone writes autofiction.

Always Got to Do Your Homework

Here’s an Actual Nightmare: Naomi Wolf Learning On-Air That Her Book Is Wrong.

We’re All in Trouble Now

DefendTex Drone-40.

20 Ways to Be a Great Literary Citizen, According to Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz

Advice on dealing with envy, gout, and rivals you'd like to put to death.

The Lavish Roman Banquet

 A calculated display of debauchery and power.

Noah’s Ark Theme Park Damaged by Heavy Rain

 ... and the lawyers come two-by-two.