The Bund’s disappearance in the USSR in 1921 was not simply the result of brutal Bolshevik repression, as argued by some historians Rather, its demise stemmed primarily from ideological convergence: many Bundists were drawn towards the Communist Party out of genuine confidence in Soviet power.
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People Watching: Fall
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The Neapolitan Novel
By now, you have probably heard of the #1 book of the century in the "100 Best Books of the 21st Century" ranking in The New York Times. The 2011 novel by one of the most acclaimed Italian authors was even adapted into a TV series, which first hit the screens in 2018. But what…
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Why No One wants to Host the Olympics
The Olympics. A tradition with over 2,000 years of history,…
An Introduction to Bouldering
Bouldering—a form of rock climbing—has emerged in popularity in recent…
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Antonio de Oliveira Salazar, the Forgotten Dictator of Portugal
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The Neapolitan Novel
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Our Life Inside a Giant Black Hole
How black holes could harbour entire universes and what it would mean for us.
Athlete Struggles
Wake up, work out, go to school, eat, practice, study, stretch, study again, sleep, repeat. For student athletes, this kind of schedule is normal—it’s simply […]
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Influencers tell us how to live and be happy. These ideas seem novel and revolutionary, but what if they’re much older than we think?
Everything You Need to Know About Muscle
A comprehensive scientific guide to the most integral aspects of the muscles in our bodies. Through understanding the intricate ways in which our muscles work, […]
Cosmic Ancestors
I’m sure every one of you have wondered if there is life in space. Let’s look at this a little differently – what if we used to be the aliens?
Understanding Anxiety: Recognize It, Confront It, Overcome It
Anxiety is an emotion individuals typically feel during phases of constant mental or physical pressure, something that usually occurs during stressful periods of their lives. […]