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TIL Mexico since the conquest has had 130 heads of state and only one of them knew how to speak Nahuatl, the dominant indigenous language: Maximilian of Habsburg. Maximilian was an Austrian archduke who became emperor of the Second Mexican Empire from 1864 until his execution in 1867.

TIL Mexico since the conquest has had 130 heads of state and only one of them knew how to speak Nahuatl, the dominant indigenous language: Maximilian of Habsburg. Maximilian was an Austrian archduke who became emperor of the Second Mexican Empire from 1864 until his execution in 1867.

Mexico has had 130 heads of state since the conquest, with only one woman serving as president, highlighting gender disparities in leadership.
The unbundling of the budget app. Why a conversational finance surface absorbs what the personal-finance apps charge for, and what survives the absorption.

The unbundling of the budget app. Why a conversational finance surface absorbs what the personal-finance apps charge for, and what survives the absorption.

Exploring how conversational finance surfaces are replacing traditional personal-finance apps, absorbing their functions and revenue models.
The license. Why the AI content market pays the brand-name corpus and strands the long tail.

The license. Why the AI content market pays the brand-name corpus and strands the long tail.

Analysis of why the AI content industry favors brand-name datasets and the implications for smaller data sources and creators.
A Putin Satire That Somehow Works

A Putin Satire That Somehow Works

A new film depicts Vladimir Putin indirectly through a fictional character, garnering attention for its unique approach and performances, sparking debate on political satire.
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The Beginner’s Playbook for Best Power Recliner for Seniors

Power recliners for seniors combine comfort, safety, and style—discover essential tips to choose the perfect chair that enhances independence and well-being.
The Book That Plunges You Into Messy American History

The Book That Plunges You Into Messy American History

Karen Tei Yamashita’s novel ‘Questions 27 & 28’ delves into the history of Japanese internment and loyalty tests in the US, blending fiction with archival material.
The American Question

The American Question

An analysis of recent developments affecting American Jews, Israel’s security, and the evolving political landscape, highlighting confirmed facts and ongoing uncertainties.
MAGA’s favorite psychedelic

MAGA’s favorite psychedelic

The Trump administration is considering fast-tracking research and potential approval of ibogaine, a psychedelic linked to opioid and PTSD treatment, amid bipartisan shifts.
Anthropic acquires Stainless

Anthropic acquires Stainless

Anthropic has acquired Stainless, a leader in SDK and server tooling, to enhance its AI agents’ ability to connect to data and tools, expanding developer capabilities.
S&P 500 posts third straight losing session as rising yields drag down stocks: Live updates

S&P 500 posts third straight losing session as rising yields drag down stocks: Live updates

The S&P 500 declined for the third straight day amid rising U.S. Treasury yields, impacting investor sentiment and market stability.