Algiers’ politics are not subtle: For starters, they draw their name from a place once at the heart of the anti-colonial struggle. The Atlanta band’s lyrics are staunchly anti-capitalist, fueled by the righteous anger of […]
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Ulthar: Anthronomicon / Helionomicon
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James Bond Novels to Be Reprinted With Racist Language Removed
On the heels of the controversy over Roald Dahl’s children’s books, the publishers of the James Bond novels have announced that the upcoming reprinting of Ian Fleming’s spy series will also have derogatory and racist […]
Hundreds of Newspapers Drop ‘Dilbert’ Following Cartoonist’s ‘Racist Rant’
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Leonard Cohen: The Future
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Lucero: Should’ve Learned by Now
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‘Horizon: Call of the Mountain’ is the First Must-Play Game for the PlayStation VR2
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Icons and Influences: DJ Miss Milan and Timberland’s Chris Dixon Celebrate the Hip-Hop Community
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Paris Hilton Reveals She Was Drugged and Raped When She Was 15
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Roald Dahl’s Children’s Books to Be Republished With ‘Classic’ Text Alongside Edited Versions
Following the uproar and “debate” over the decision to republish Roald Dahl’s children’s books with less offensive language, the author’s estate and publisher have announced that they would re-release those same books with the original […]