Politics
Yayoi Kusama Was the Avant-Garde Radical Who Became a Pop Icon
In her mass-produced ubiquity, Kusama became one of her own dots, spreading her image into every corner of our culture.
Where Drones Cannot See, the Ukraine War Is a Deadly Game of Cat and Mouse
Russian troops are trying to infiltrate the vast, overgrown reservoir basin of a dam they blew up three years ago…
Yayoi Kusama, Japanese Pop Artist Known for Polka-Dot Paintings, Dies at 97
The Japanese artist’s polka-dot-covered paintings, phallic sculptures and public performances caused a stir in New York City and Europe in…
Rescuers in Nepal Face Devastated Roads and Tough Terrain After Deadly Flood
The deadly Himalayan torrent damaged roads and dozens of bridges. The devastation was impeding the search for survivors and relief…
Democrats to Force Senate Vote on Israel’s Human Rights Practices
Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland is leading a group of Democrats seeking answers about violence against Palestinians in the…
Why Some in Canada Want Out of the F-35 Deal With the U.S.
A year into a government review of the purchase of as many as 88 F-35s, one premier says buying American…
Democratic Socialists Are the Toast of the Party in Uruguay
The success of progressive candidates in the United States is inspiring leftists abroad struggling under pressure from the Trump administration…
Trump’s Strength in Primaries is Clear. The Midterms Pose a Different Test.
The president’s pull with the party base has been clear and his resources are vast. But his low approval ratings…