For France, American Vines Still Mean Sour Grapes

French authorities have tried to outlaw hardy American hybrids for 87 years. But climate change and the natural wine movement are giving renegade winemakers a lift.



Hemingway’s Consolations

It’s preposterous to think of Hemingway, with his best sellers and personal celebrity, as a writer’s writer. But is it possible that this might be the best description of his status today?




Friday, 3 September 2021

The New Puritans

Social codes are changing, in many ways for the better. But for those whose behavior doesn’t adapt fast enough to the new norms, judgment can be swift—and merciless.




In Argentina

Capybara population ‘wreaking havoc’ in wealthy community.



Thursday, 2 September 2021

The American Defeat In Afghanistan Is Only The Beginning

As the post-9/11 chapter closes, a new one begins, marked above all by the end of American deterrence and the eclipse of American power.



Wednesday, 1 September 2021

Dual Vision

‘Bright Star, Green Light’ review



Meltdown of a Superpower

A week after the Fall of Kabul, the flailing hegemon continues to embarrass itself.



Monday, 30 August 2021

Woke Homophobia

It used to be the religious right that hated homosexuals – now it’s the woke mob.



Sunday, 29 August 2021

Virginia Public Schools to Focus on Muslims

As victims—in teaching about 9/11 on attacks’ 20th anniversary.



New Zealand’s Zero Covid Delusion

Jacinda Arden’s strategy is missing just one thing: an exit plan.