The Chessmen

Sanity Break

Iranian women have embraced 'Bella Ciao’—the Italian anti-fascist song that dates back to World War II and made it their own.

Headlines that matter

Check out this edition for the most important stories from around the world today!

Smart & Curious

Here’s a list of very good reads to kick off your work week.

Feel Good Place

Need an immediate pick-me-up? We have you covered! From hilarious animal clips to stuff that’ll make you go “lol why?!”, we have all you need to keep you sane on even your worst hair day.

May 30 2023

Who we are, what we aim to do—and why you’re paying for this damn sub.

May 29 2023

The government’s obsession with a golden sceptre may be a clever election and/or Hindutva play.

May 26 2023

A UK report lays bare the abuse of tea workers—who still work like indentured plantation slaves.

May 25 2023

We look at what this new citadel of Indian democracy looks like–and why so many people are unhappy with it.

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