Next biggest news is that Ideofact is back, with much on the Mongols and occultism in Renaissance Europe. Don't assume you are not interested in these subjects - just start at the top and scroll down. Every post is fascinating.
Dr. Weevil on weasels, with much Latin etymology.
Shark translates another Der Spiegel article on Schroder's duplicity, and asks
Only two countries in the 20th century used poison gas on their own ethnic minorities. Can you name them? Bonus points if you can name the Arab country that used poison gas on the civilians of a different Arab country.Answers in the comment section, in case you want to know about another obscure chapter of intra-Arab violence.
The Head Heeb on Antarctic political intrigue.
Like most Antarctic stations, Casey has a class system of sorts, and is divided between the scientists who run the station and the tradesmen - "tradies" - who keep it running. The scientists are not always respectful of the tradies, and resentment of high-handed management practices has created labor-management tensions much like those in the rest of the world.Heeb also reports that the Antarctic has produced several peace demonstrations. Really.
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