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European Nationalism in Service of the Empire: Rubio Urges Europe to Embrace Civilizational Struggle—and Sacrifice Itself | naked capitalism
‘The recurring hero of the ancient Greek world was the man who was willing to pay any cost for a cause worthy of his loyalty.’
Big Money, Party Politics, and Congressional Leadership in the 2026 Election: From the Rockies to the Himalayas | naked capitalism
In the 2026 midterms, congressional leaders of both parties are drawing very big money from megadonors, while small donors barely register.
Why ‘Vertical Farming’ Is Not a Fix for Our Food System | naked capitalism
Technological and material investments are being mobilized to preserve the expectation that a particular version of the present can be sustained into an increasingly unstable future.
Links 10/11/2026 | naked capitalism
Our strategic daily links: nautical rock and roll, tortoise DNA, Venezuelan oil, Chinese bridge of fear, India arrests protesters, Mideast horrors, Ukraine burning, vanishing privacy, Trumpishness, Musk matters, hapless...
The Sunday Morning Movie Presents: Kiseye Berendj AKA Bag Of Rice (1998) Run Time: 1H 20M Plus Bonuses! | naked capitalism
Dear readers, The site from which I get the majority of my films, rarefilmm.com, is in danger of shutting down. Apparently, donations to the site have dropped considerably over the last few months. Rarefilms.com is a -tr...
Iran War: Saudi Airports and Oil Facilities Blasted Again and Again
Ansar Allah pounded Saudi Arabia Saturday, injuring hundreds at the Riyadh airport and possibly hitting oil facilities too.
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When Will Politicians Turn to MMT? | naked capitalism
Richard Murphy makes the case for MMT in the aftermath of one of several looming crises.
Links 10/10/2026 | naked capitalism
Our rejuvenating daily links: Trump's Russia diesel deal, Isaias hits Gulf oil, tariff inflation, MAGA realignment, and the Nobel Peace Prize.
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Iran War: IRGC and Ansar Allah Fire Away At Tankers, Oil Facilities
The IRGC hit at least one more tanker in the Strait while Ansar Allah hit more Saudi oil facilities and airlines cancelled flights to Arabia.
Michael Hudson on the Oil Markets | naked capitalism
Michael Hudson gives an immediate and longer-term take on the state of the oil market.
Coffee Break: Reflections on Science During Nobel Prize Week | naked capitalism
Nobel Prize week is a good time to reflect on those who should have been awarded a Nobel Prize but were left off the list.