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The fierce urgency of Now

There is a global left — and it's challenging a global system

Taking inventory for the new year of transformation and action

From player demonstrations to unfurled flags, Palestinian struggle has been visible and fearless at the World Cup. This World Cup featured memorable performances on the pitch—and powerful statements of solidarity with the Palestinian cause off it.

Self-determination? Western encroachment? Understanding the Ukraine showdown, and other international reports

Sober year-end assessments from Western Sahara, Germany, Macedonia, and Russia, and more news from four continents.

Coverage of the Rittenhouse murder trial, and more dirt from Media Land

COVID, Climate, and capitalism - the crises without borders

Thousands of letters written in the early years of the state by immigrant soldiers to their families in Morocco reveal a gloomy picture. Most wanted to go home. “If you want my advice, stay in North Africa; it’s better than the Land of Israel.”

Journalism remains a dangerous trade in 2021