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POLITICUS DANICUS·Nov 18, 2025Norðreyjar — A Proposed North Atlantic Island StateFor years I have worked with the history of the North Atlantic, the Norse cultural sphere, and the historical development of the islands…
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Gordie Jackson·Oct 25, 2024The OutrunI realised I had lost my main payment card while paying for the cinema ticket. I couldn't settle hence I went to the Foyer and did the…
Henri Astier·Oct 9, 2024The Outrun (film review)More than a real-life tale of addiction and redemption, the film is the lyrical portrait of a woman in full, at the risk of being a tad…
InUnshacklingbyRobyn Stratton-Berkessel·Aug 3, 2024History Changes As We Change, If We Are Open To ItSpeculative contemplations on historyA response icon1A response icon1