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Lee, the founding father of modern Singapore and its prime minister from 1959 to 1990, has honed his wisdom during more than fifty years on the world stage. Almost single-handedly responsible for transforming Singapore into a Western-style economic success, he offers a unique perspective on the geopolitics of East and West. American presidents from Richard Nixon to Barack Obama have welcomed him to the White House.

Continuing her journey from a deeply religious Islamic upbringing to a post at Harvard, the brilliant, charismatic and controversial New York Times and Globe and Mail #1 bestselling author of Infidel and Nomad makes a powerful plea for a Muslim Reformation as the only way to end the horrors of...

The official podcast of Prof. Ali H. Akhtar: American professor at Akhawayn University (Morocco), award-winning DJ, and 3x bestselling author of 1368: China and the Making of the Modern World (Stanford University Press), Italy and the Islamic World: From Caesar to Mussolini (Edinburgh University Press), and Philosophers Sufis and Caliphs (Cambridge University Press). Alumnus: Cornell University (BA), New York University (MA, PhD). History, Tech, Culture, International Studies, Morocco.

In response to the American administration's attempt to isolate Cuba, Fidel Castro delivered a series of speeches designed to radicalize Latin American society. As Latin America experiences more revolutions in Venezuela and Bolivia, and continues to upset America's plan for neoliberal imperialism, renowned radical writer and activist Tariq Ali provides a searing analysis of the relevance of Castro's message today. Includes an exclusive additional introduction by Tariq Ali.

Every Brand Has a Story

Edited and introduced by MSNBC’s Ali Velshi, The Trump Indictments collects the complete charging documents brought by the Department of Justice and the Fulton County (GA) and Manhattan (NY) district attorneys—a riveting and shocking narrative of the former president’s alleged crimes and...

Embark on a journey into the life of Ali Tepeleni, the notorious Pacha of Janina, who ruled with an iron fist in one of the Ottoman Empires most chaotic territories, Albania, during the early 1800s. Known as the Lion of Janina, Ali Pachas reign was as brutal as it was relentless, drawing parallels with the savage nature of a lion. In this captivating essay, Dumas uncovers the vast array of heinous crimes committed under Ali Pacha, a ruler whose ambition knew no bounds, fueled by his mothers ruthless advice stating that success justified everything, and everything is permissible to him who has ...

A Ásia é Logo Ali é um convite para embarcar em uma viagem cultural pelas principais festividades que iluminam e celebram a diversidade do continente asiático. Conheça de perto o vibrante Festival das Lanternas na China, o intenso Thaipusam na Malásia, o exótico Songkran na Tailândia e outras celebrações que refletem a rica herança cultural, os valores e a espiritualidade de cada país. Repleto de histórias, curiosidades e tradições, este livro é uma porta de entrada para se encantar e mergulhar nas cores, sabores e ritmos da fascinante cultura asiática.

A leading advocate for social justice excavates the history of forced migration in the twelve American towns she’s called home, revealing how White supremacy has fundamentally shaped the nation. “At a time when many would rather ban or bury the truth, Ali-Khan bravely faces it in this...

On February 22, 1978, a devastating freight train derailment drastically altered Waverly, Tennessee, and its place in history. This was one of the worst train explosions of the twentieth century, killing sixteen people, injuring hundreds more, and causing millions of dollars in damage. What could have been dismissed as a single community's terrible misfortune instead became the catalyst for radical change, including the formation of FEMA, much-needed reforms in emergency response training, and the creation and enforcement of national and state safety regulations.

Al principio del ventesimo secolo, a seguito di una crisi di colera che devastò Napoli, la giornalista Matilde Serao volle raccontare al mondo il "ventre" della città, quei quartieri popolari abitati da schiere di poveri costretti all'antica e ingegnosa arte del tirare a campare. Città bella ma dimenticata dallo stato sabaudo, la Napoli di inizio '900 era preda di degrado urbano, crimine organizzato e malattie cui il popolo abbandonato faceva fronte attraverso uno sconfinato repertorio di credenze e superstizioni.

An Almanac of Ominous Things is a dark and curious journey through history's strangest shadows. Each episode unearths forgotten oddities, chilling true crimes, unsettling conspiracies, and eerie urban legends, weaving them into a richly atmospheric exploration of the macabre and mysterious.

This pioneering study of the social and political lives of Muslim women has shaped a whole generation of scholarship. In it, Leila Ahmed explores the historical roots of contemporary debates, ambitiously surveying Islamic discourse on women from Arabia during the period in which Islam was founded to Iraq during the classical age to Egypt during the modern era. The book includes a new foreword by Kecia Ali situating the text in its scholarly context and explaining its enduring influence.

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An insightful portrait of Muhammad Ali from the New York Times bestselling author of At the Altar of Speed and The Big Bam. It centers on the cultural and political implications of Ali's refusal of service in the military—and the key moments in a life that was as high profile and...

"Ali Unveiled: The Private Side of the Greatest" is a podcast series that takes you on an intimate journey into the personal life of the iconic boxer, Muhammad Ali. Beyond his public persona, this podcast delves deep into Ali's private world, offering a glimpse into his family, relationships, struggles, and the lesser-known aspects of his life. Discover the man behind the legend and gain a new perspective on Muhammad Ali as you explore the untold stories and experiences that shaped him outside the boxing ring.

A irreverent podcast about child neurology with child neurologists Ali Christy and Sam Mackenzie. Interviews, history, science updates, Dungeons and Dragons and swearing.Music by Zach London

“Now, more than ever, Americans are realizing that their votes count. Kim Wehle’s excellent guide tells you everything you need to know about the laws governing our greatest right and privilege. A must-read, especially in an election year.” —Norah O'Donnell, Anchor and Managing Editor...