Research: New Scientist Magazine – July 27, 2024
Daily Archives: July 24, 2024
London Review Of Books – August 1, 2024 Preview
Spanish Fashion in the Age of Velázquez: A Tailor at the Court of Philip IV by Amanda Wunder – Nicola Jennings
The New Roman Empire: A History of Byzantium by Anthony Kaldellis – Michael Kulikowski
Nato: From Cold War to Ukraine, a History of the World’s Most Powerful Alliance by Sten Rynning
Deterring : A Biography of Nato by Peter AppsNatopolitanism: The Atlantic Alliance since the Cold War edited by Grey Anderson
Everything Is Possible: Anti-fascism and the Left in the Age of Fascism by Joseph Fronczak
On Gaslighting by Kate Abramson
Research Preview: Nature Magazine – July 25, 2024
‘
Found: the hidden link between star-forming molecular clouds
Connections between three interstellar clouds of gas and dust offer a glimpse into their birth.
How the watermelon got its sweet taste and rosy hue
Genomic analysis reveals the complex roots of the modern fruit.
Massive cicada emergence prompted raccoons to run wild
Meanwhile, deer kept a low profile — perhaps because the deafening noise of the insects made it hard to hear predators.
Blowout! Satellites reveal one of the largest methane leaks on record
An oil well in Kazakhstan dumped more than 100,000 tonnes of the potent greenhouse gas into the atmosphere.
Arts/Books: Times Literary Supplement – July 26, 2024
Times Literary Supplement (July 24, 2024): The latest issue features ‘Generation Anxious’ – Jonathan Haidt’s bleak vision of modern childhood; Rebuilding broken Britain; The woman who stalked the world; German Expressionism at Tate Modern and Twisters..
News: Kamala Harris In Milwaukee, EU-Syria Shift, Protests In Bangladesh
The Globalist Podcast (July 24, 2024): Charles Hecker joins us in the studio as we discuss Kamala Harris’s first day on the campaign trail as the presumptive Democratic nominee.
We also explore the EU’s shift in its approach to Syria. Also on the programme: we get the latest on the protests in Bangladesh from Sohela Nazneen and hear the top headlines out of the UAE. Plus: a look at the Venice Film Festival line-up with Karen Krizanovich.
The New York Times — Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Secret Service Director Resigns After Trump Assassination Attempt
Kimberly A. Cheatle gave up her post Tuesday after security failures that allowed a gunman to shoot at former President Donald J. Trump at an open-air rally.
A Lot Has Changed for Women Since 2016. What Does That Mean for Kamala Harris?
Voters eager to elect the first female president pointed to anger over a loss of abortion rights, but also acknowledged a fear that sexism would remain difficult for Ms. Harris to overcome.
Trump’s New Rival May Bring Out His Harshest Instincts
After years planning to face President Biden, Donald J. Trump and his team will be campaigning against Kamala Harris. He has attacked female rivals and critics in brutal and personal terms.
Menendez Will Resign From Senate, Avoiding an Ugly, Intraparty Battle
Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey was facing a possible expulsion vote after his conviction on federal corruption charges last week.
Boomers Daily 