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Ba'athism Once Dominated the Middle East... Now It's Gone
On December 8, 2024, Bashar al-Assad fled Damascus for Russia as rebel forces closed in on the Syrian capital. With that flight, a 54-year dynasty collapsed—and with it, the last Ba’athist government on Earth. When ideologies die, they usually leave echoes behind: nostalgia, apologists, half-remembered myths. Soviet communism still has its devotees. Fascism, nearly a century after its defeat, continues to find admirers in parts of the West. Ba’athism, by contrast, leaves almost nothing behind at all. Today, it holds exactly one elected seat anywhere in the world—a single representative in Lebanon’s parliament, who may well be the last Ba’athist ever chosen by voters.
By Lawrence Leaseabout a month ago in FYI
Art That Whispers: The Hidden Messages Lurking Inside Famous Masterpieces
More Than Just Pretty Pictures Celebrated artworks are so much more than beautiful things to look at. Many legendary painters, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Van Eyck, and Picasso, were not just artists. They were masters of symbolism, puzzle-makers who embedded clues, codes, and even hidden images inside their canvases.
By Areeba Umairabout a month ago in FYI
6 Mind-Blowing Things Floating in Space That You Won’t Believe Are Real
Space is supposed to be empty, silent, and cold… right? Well, not exactly. Beyond the usual stars, planets, and black holes, our universe is hiding some truly bizarre things, so strange that they sound made up, except they’re not.
By Areeba Umairabout a month ago in FYI
The Swiss City That Lets You Pay for Most Things With Bitcoin. AI-Generated.
Switzerland, known for its picturesque landscapes, financial innovation, and forward-thinking policies, has taken a bold step into the world of cryptocurrency. A Swiss city is now pioneering a digital revolution by allowing residents and visitors to pay for most goods and services using Bitcoin, the world’s most popular cryptocurrency. This initiative reflects the growing mainstream adoption of digital currencies and highlights Switzerland’s role as a global hub for financial innovation.
By Fiaz Ahmed about a month ago in FYI
Indigenous Deaths in Custody in Australia Reach Highest Level Since 1980. AI-Generated.
Australia is grappling with a deeply troubling reality as recent reports reveal that Indigenous deaths in custody have reached their highest level since 1980. The disturbing trend has reignited debates about systemic inequality, racial discrimination, and the urgent need for comprehensive reform within the country’s justice system.
By Fiaz Ahmed about a month ago in FYI
Stop Saying Affirmations Wrong
Affirmations have become a cornerstone of personal development, but few people realize that how you phrase your words determines whether your mind grows stronger or stays resistant. At the heart of every affirmation practice lie two powerful but distinct tools: confirmations and declarations. They may sound similar, yet they operate in completely different psychological spaces. When you understand the difference, your affirmations stop feeling like empty sentences and start functioning like mental rewiring.
By Fred Bradfordabout a month ago in FYI
Sunaina Roshan Opens Up About Her Battle With Social Anxiety: ‘My Legs Shiver, They Go Numb’. AI-Generated.
Celebrities often appear strong, confident, and untouched by the pressures of daily life. But behind the glamour, many struggle with issues that remain hidden from the public eye. Recently, Sunaina Roshan, sister of Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan, opened her heart about her long-standing struggle with social anxiety—a disorder that affects millions but is rarely discussed openly. Her honesty has sparked a powerful conversation about mental health in the Indian entertainment world.
By Fiaz Ahmed about a month ago in FYI
Best Places to Visit in Switzerland: A Practical Guide for Every Kind of Traveller
Switzerland tends to stay with people long after the trip ends. The mix of calm lakes, narrow valleys, and mountain peaks makes the country feel both peaceful and lively at the same time. Even short walks can surprise you with sudden views or small villages tucked into the hills.
By All 4 Seasonabout a month ago in FYI
I Learned Who I Really Am After Saying ‘No’ for 30 Days
M Mehran FYI: I used to be a “yes” person. Not because I liked helping everyone, but because I was terrified of disappointing people—or worse, being alone. Every invitation, every favor, every last-minute plan—I said yes. Always yes.
By Muhammad Mehranabout a month ago in FYI
The Thailand-Cambodia Conflict is Growing
Today, Southeast Asia is standing on a knife’s edge. Thailand and Cambodia—neighbors with a long, tangled past—are once again trading heavy fire across their disputed border. It’s the second time this year the two have gone at each other’s throats, and the fragile ceasefire brokered with help from Washington has all but collapsed. Civilians are fleeing by the hundreds of thousands, the rhetoric is getting uglier, and neither government seems willing to step back from the edge.
By Lawrence Leaseabout a month ago in FYI
