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Memorial Day 2026: Institutional Memory and the Policy of Commemoration
As the United States observes Memorial Day on May 25, 2026, the holiday faces a dual reality: a solemn tribute to fallen service members and a commercialized pillar of the American economy.
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Myanmar Junta Chief Secures Presidency in Parliamentary Vote
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing has been voted president by a pro-military parliament, formalizing his transition from coup leader to civilian head of state.
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Myanmar’s Dual Crises: Junta Elections Amidst Genocide Hearings and Border Clashes
Myanmar faces a complex reality in early 2026, holding a junta-run election widely dismissed as illegitimate, while simultaneously confronting a landmark genocide case at the International Court of Justice and dealing with escalating cross-border violence with Bangladesh.
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Kirsten Dunst: From Spider-Man Icon to Dramatic Powerhouse
Kirsten Dunst has crafted a remarkable career, moving from her iconic role as Mary Jane in Spider-Man to acclaimed performances in films like Hidden Figures and Civil War. This article traces her evolution, highlighting the breadth and impact of her…
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Thousands of Bodies Discovered in Syria’s Mass Graves (IMAGES)
A mass grave uncovered at al-Qutayfah, approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles) north of Damascus, contains the remains of at least 100,000 people killed by the regime of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, according to Mouaz Moustafa, head of the Syrian…