George Packer and the Twilight of the Short American Century
George Packer’s "Short American Century" frames U.S. dominance from 1945 to 2016 in four distinct eras, ending with Donald Trump’s 2016 election that shattered the belief in perpetual American hegemony. Liberals initially dismissed Trump as an anomaly, hoping Joe Biden’s 2020 win would restore the status quo. The 2024 election, however, saw Trump defeat Kamala Harris decisively, forcing a reckoning with the collapse of the unipolar, neoliberal consensus. The piece argues this marks a definitive shift toward a contested, multipolar global order.
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Massage Techniques to Soothe and Connect With Your Baby
Infant massage, endorsed by the International Association of Infant Massage, offers measurable health and developmental benefits for babies and their caregivers. Research links regular gentle strokes to better sleep, reduced stress hormones, improved digestion, and accelerated motor and cognitive milestones....
I Make My Own Sourdough Bread to Save Money on Groceries. Here Are 5 Things I Wish I'd Known Before...
A Business Insider contributor shares five hard‑earned lessons from seven years of home sourdough baking, emphasizing starter care, storage options, and creative uses for discard. The piece explains how feeding frequency varies by temperature, how a starter can be frozen...
Eggy Revive Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young’s “Teach Your Children” And “Moments Passed” To Set Off Spring Tour
Eggy returned to the stage on March 7 at Moontown Brewing Company in Whitestown, Indiana, kicking off their spring tour after a three‑week break. The indie‑jam quartet blended long‑time staples like “Here and Now” and “Lost and Found” with rare deep‑cuts,...
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10 Essential Treadmill Tips for a Safe Pregnancy Workout
Pregnant women can safely use treadmills after medical clearance, focusing on moderate intensity. Experts recommend the talk test, incline adjustments, and a supportive belly belt to maintain cardio benefits while protecting joints. Workouts should be shorter with longer warm‑up and...
Rocketry: RFTS Rocket Competition + NM Spaceport Hosts Student Launches + FAR‑OUT Rockets at Mojave
The Rocketry Federation of the Stars (RFTS) is running its 18th National Rocket Competition for students aged 10‑18, while New Mexico State University and the Albuquerque Civil Air Patrol launched eleven rockets from Spaceport America on Feb. 14, 2026. Ten of those...
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How to Balance Foremilk and Hindmilk for Your Baby's Health
Breast milk shifts from foremilk to hindmilk during a feeding, delivering distinct nutritional profiles. Foremilk is lactose‑rich and low‑fat, while hindmilk provides higher fat and calories that promote satiety. An overabundance of foremilk can lead to digestive discomfort, frequent nursing,...
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Understanding and Managing Temper Tantrums in Toddlers
Toddler tantrums are a normal developmental response to unmet needs and emerging independence, typically occurring between ages one and four. Experts like Dr. Ray Levy and Dr. Linda Rubinowitz stress that these outbursts are not a sign of poor parenting...
Elle Fanning Wore Givenchy To The 2026 Saturn Awards
Elle Fanning accepted the Best Actress award for *Predator: Badlands* at the 2026 Saturn Awards, stepping onto the Los Angeles stage in a Givenchy Spring 2026 ensemble. The look, designed by Sarah Burton, revisits a black draped skirt first seen at...
No Craft Supplies, No Prep, No Problem: 10 Screen-Free Activities Toddlers Actually Love
Pinterest’s Parenting Trend Report shows a 200% jump in searches for screen‑free activities and a 1,070% surge in sensory‑play ideas, highlighting parents’ appetite for unplugged toddler entertainment. The article counters the flood of elaborate, craft‑intensive suggestions by offering ten ultra‑simple,...
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Essential Exercises to Strengthen and Prepare for Labor
Pregnant individuals can prepare for the physical demands of labor by incorporating five safe, equipment‑free exercises: walking, butterfly stretch, Kegels, pelvic tilts, and wall‑slide squats. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists endorses aerobic and strength‑conditioning activities, noting that regular...
Weekly Bestsellers, 9 March 2026
The weekly bestseller roundup for March 9 2026 highlights three new titles—Aurora Ascher’s *Beauty and the Demon* (ranked as high as #8), Elizabeth Helen’s *Broken by Daylight* (#12) and Cameron Sullivan’s *The Red Winter* (#13). The most prominent news is the announcement...
Kanye West to Play SoFi Stadium Show In Major Booking After Antisemitism Backlash
Kanye West will headline a one‑night concert at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium on April 3, marking his first major U.S. show since a series of antisemitic remarks sparked industry backlash. Ticket sales open Wednesday at 11 a.m., with Mainstay Touring handling promotion after...
Kanter Sprints to Victory on Stage 2 of Paris-Nice
Max Kanter of XDS‑Astana captured his maiden WorldTour victory in a chaotic bunch sprint on Stage 2 of the 2026 Paris‑Nice. A well‑timed lead‑out allowed him to surge in the final metres, edging out Laurence Pithie and Jasper Stuyven. Overnight leader...
Rambo Prequel Movie Update Is What Sylvester Stallone Fans Want to Hear
Lionsgate is moving forward with the sixth Rambo installment, titled John Rambo, directed by Jalmari Helander and starring Noah Centineo as the young titular character. Production is currently underway, and Sylvester Stallone announced via Instagram that he will serve as...
Ganna Cruises to TT Win and Leader's Jersey on Stage 1 of Tirreno-Adriatico
Filippo Ganna dominated the opening 11.5 km individual time trial in Lido di Camaiore, posting a 12:08 effort that was 22 seconds faster than his nearest rival. His Ineos Grenadiers teammate Thymen Arensman finished second, while Max Walscheid of Lidl‑Trek took third. The...
UK Council Criticised over Sale of Collection Including Works by Pioneering Photographer Tony Ray-Jones
Kent County Council will auction 168 items from its art collection on March 10, including 33 photographs by pioneering British photographer Tony Ray‑Jones. The council cites lack of storage and a severe budget deficit as reasons, but it did not offer the...
Track Premiere: Mordeo – “Coward”
California‑based crust band Mordeo is set to release its self‑titled debut album on March 27, featuring the new single “Coward.” The track delivers drop‑tuned guitars, snarling vocals, and a noise‑laden outro that epitomizes the group’s aggressive aesthetic. Recorded, mixed and mastered...
Self-Sustaining Farmhouse / Manoj Patel Design Studio
Manoj Patel Design Studio unveiled a 1,500 ft² self‑sustaining farmhouse on a 30,000 ft² plot near Vadodara, India. The design relies on self‑shading brick walls, curved and angular volumes, and a central glazed volume to maximize daylight, ventilation, and thermal comfort. Materials...
Anthony Bourdain Believed Americans 'Lost Touch' With These Rich Foods
Anthony Bourdain warned that Americans have drifted away from traditional, inexpensive cuts like oxtail, neck bone, and pigs' feet. In a 2017 Business Insider interview, he highlighted how these rich, slow‑cooked ingredients are now rare in urban menus and often...
Tailored Plan Cuts 5K Time by 90 Seconds
Nearly 90 secs off his 5k… in just a few weeks Ross was already training when he came to me. He also owns a busy cafe in Dublin so didn’t have endless hours to train So we designed a plan that hit the mark...
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Supportive Ways Grandparents Can Respect New Parents’ Wishes
New parents are increasingly setting strict visitation boundaries for grandparents during the postpartum period, both in hospitals and at home, to protect recovery, bonding time, and health. Limits stem from the need for rest, privacy, germ concerns, and the pressure...
Ukrainian-Founded FlipDog to Open in Shoreditch with Experimental Cocktails and Asian-Eastern European Menu
FlipDog, a Ukrainian‑founded cocktail bar, is set to open this week at Imperial Hall in Shoreditch. The two‑storey venue combines a 12‑seat ground‑floor bar serving ten technique‑driven highballs with an 80‑person basement offering immersive evenings. Head bartender Igor Brovko employs historic...
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Navigating Gel Manicures During Pregnancy: Tips and Safety
Pregnant individuals can enjoy gel manicures safely by taking a few precautions, such as ensuring good ventilation and limiting UV exposure. Salon‑based gels typically cure under UV or LED lights, while many at‑home kits set without light, offering a UV‑free...
Jennie Gives the Exposed Underwear Trend a Spring Twist at Chanel Paris Fashion Week Show
South Korean singer Jennie attended Chanel’s Fall 2026 ready‑to‑wear show in Paris, showcasing a spring‑inspired take on the exposed‑underwear trend. She paired a beaded open‑knit cardigan and skirt with matching black bra and briefs, accentuated by a red patent‑leather bag...
Wearables Transform Sleep Awareness Into Measurable Wellness
Sleep Awareness Week is a great reminder that getting better rest starts with understanding how we actually sleep. What I find fascinating is how wearable technology is turning sleep into something we can truly measure and improve. Today’s smartwatches and health...
Psoriasis' Immune Activation Reduces Skin Cancer Risk
Chronic inflammation generally poses a higher risk of cancer, so why does psoriasis-like disease have a lower risk of skin cancer. Why? Sustained immune cell activation https://t.co/kcxUHC8Ahk https://t.co/igqNDv5mdj
Jimmy Carter Served This Unexpected Dish To Foreign Leaders At The White House
When Jimmy Carter took office in 1977, he brought a taste of the South to the White House by making cheese‑grits a regular menu item for guests, including foreign leaders. The dish, a baked casserole of hominy, chicken bouillon, eggs,...
Home Depot YouTube Series Transforms Backyard Into Dream Oasis
We just launched an EPIC series with The Home Depot on their YouTube channel - we transformed a backyard from nothing to a full garden, pergola, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, fruit trees, and more over 8 episodes By far our biggest...
Uncover Leadership Tactics Business Schools Overlook
What are we reading? Title: “The leaders toolkit - Tools, strategies and tactics they never teach you at business school” Author: Dave Berkus @daveberkus #Books #Sales #Marketing #SocialSelling #leadership https://t.co/qHyodV8wap https://t.co/1l5eP8RF1O
Most Readers Follow Romantasy. Paid Readers Understand It.
Romantasy, a blend of romance and fantasy, is experiencing rapid growth. The Romantasy Substack tracks genre trends, offering paid members immersion series, cultural commentary, genre decoding guides, and weekly readership data. Subscription benefits include deep analysis of flagship titles like...
New Study Examines Psychedelic Use–Schizophrenia Connection
Exciting & important new study from my lab. Have you ever wondered how strong that alleged connection is between psychedelic use and #Schizophrenia? This project aims to point the telescope there & give it a focused look. Please share widely. @AlexaM_Molinaro...
Predicting Oscar Winner: ‘All the Empty Rooms’ vs Rivals
Final Oscar Predictions: Documentary Short — Can ‘All the Empty Rooms’ Hold Off ‘The Devil Is Busy’ and ‘Children No More’? https://t.co/rZaRJsBOtX via @variety #Oscars
Harry Potter HBO Series Set Photos Reveal Diagon Alley (Including Gringotts)
HBO is developing a Harry Potter television series slated for a 2027 debut, with each season adapting one of J.K. Rowling’s novels. Recent Apple‑Maps drone footage reveals brand‑new Diagon Alley and Gringotts sets, confirming that the production is building its...
The Perfect Book Beats Advice and Money
Sometimes the greatest gift you can give someone isn’t advice or money but the right book at the right time.
Celebrating Favorite Genres with Beloved Friends at Saturn Awards
Got to celebrate some of my favorite genres with some of my favorite people. #saturnawards https://t.co/we9hMmZjjQ
Architectures of Air
Artforum has released a new portfolio spotlighting architect Claude Parent’s avant‑garde ideas, revisiting his 1960s collaboration with Yves Klein on “architectures of air.” The concept proposes an immaterial architecture that manipulates climate rather than erecting static structures, challenging modernist consumerism. The...
GKIDS Joins CinemaCon State of Industry, Previews Godzilla
NEW: As #CinemaCon takes shape, GKIDS has been added to the Tuesday April 14th “State of the Industry” presentation. Director Takashi Yamazaki will take the stage to preview #GodzillaMinusZero, due in theaters this November. Meanwhile, Neon will later close out...
Arnold Schwarzenegger Returns as Conan in King Conan
True news: Arnold Schwarzenegger is back as Conan the Barbarian, baby, and is teaming with Christopher McQuarrie, the filmmaker behind the MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE movies, for the endeavor, titled KING CONAN. https://t.co/yl94annuX7
Willett’s to Open at The Cadogan in Chelsea, Offering Seasonal British Bistro Fare in Historic Townhouse
Willett’s, a new British bistro and bar, will open on 2 April 2026 in the historic 1887 Cadogan townhouse on Sloane Street, Chelsea. Executive chef Michael Turner, formerly of the Gordon Ramsay Group, leads a menu built around seasonal British produce, offering...
Two People Exchanging Saliva vs Netflix’s The Singers Oscar
Final Oscar Predictions: Live Action Short — Is ‘Two People Exchanging Saliva’ the Film to Beat or Could Netflix’s ‘The Singers’ Upset? https://t.co/ViVHRJYtom via @variety #Oscars
Obesity Raises Risk for Multiple Cancer Types
Obesity and overweight are risk factors for several types of cancer. Why? A @JAMA_current review https://t.co/fn5tfxNnsM https://t.co/caCsAt2vuB
Previously Unseen Dante Gabriel Rossetti Portrait Goes on View for the First Time
National Trust has acquired a previously unseen 1877 chalk portrait of poet Christina Rossetti, painted by her brother Dante Gabriel Rossetti, now the centerpiece of “The Rossettis – Siblings and Spouses” exhibition at Wightwick Manor. The somber work, created during...
Artists Dissect Haters, Celebrate Truth, And
Bruiser Wolf x Payroll Giovanni explain the differences between haters and opps. Sideshow delivers one of the year's best albums. A Skrilla seance with ancient Santo deities. Blue Pesos keeps the truth alive. So does @DonnyMorrison26 at The Rap Up. https://t.co/tHSmvY7uJy
Acid Bath Add September Show with Melvins, Kylesa, and a ‘Very Special Guest’
Acid Bath announced a new concert on September 5 at the Hellbender in Asheville, North Carolina, featuring the Melvins, Kylesa, and an unnamed ‘very special guest’ as direct support. The presale is currently live, with the promo code BURNFACE granting early...
Mike Flanagan Will Be Scaring the Hell Out of Amazon MGM for Years to Come
Mike Flanagan has inked an exclusive overall deal with Amazon MGM Studios to develop original series, kicking off with a reimagined adaptation of Stephen King’s *Carrie* and a new version of *The Exorcist*. The agreement follows his departure from Netflix,...
Is Streaming Biased Towards Piano?
Apple’s weekly top‑ten streaming chart is led entirely by solo piano recordings, with five piano pieces occupying the first five positions. The list includes works by Yunchan Lim, Alexander Malofeev, Ludovico Einaudi, Max Richter, and Hayato Sumino, suggesting a strong listener preference for piano‑centric classical...
Pamela. – Skin Contact
Sydney‑based indie act Pamela. released the single "Skin Contact," a bass‑driven track that balances a moody, mature vibe with a surprisingly tender melodic line. The song’s production draws listeners toward a nostalgic, youthful atmosphere reminiscent of The xx while retaining...
Harry Kane’s Latest Skechers Drop Is Your World Cup Warm-Up Wardrobe
Harry Kane has teamed up with Skechers for the fifth time, releasing a new apparel capsule ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The collection includes breathable tees, jackets, shorts and pants, all sized from S to 2XL and sold online....
Watch: Mickey Hart, Béla Fleck and More Gather at New York’s Carnegie Hall to Honor Zakir Hussain
On March 6, Carnegie Hall hosted "Zakir Hussain Eternal: Celebrating 75 Years of Genius," a tribute to the late tabla legend who died in December 2024. The concert featured a star‑studded roster including Mickey Hart, Béla Fleck, Charles Lloyd, and a...