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Controversial New Video Fuels Anger over British Activist Stuck on Death Row in Ethiopia

The latest footage of Andy Tsege attempts to counter suggestions that he is not being tortured in Ethiopian jail. But many, including his wife, are not convinced.
Oscar Rickett
1.29.15
Whisky

The UK's Economy Is Powered by Whisky

According to a recent report, the Scotch whisky industry adds nearly £5 billion to the economy of the UK, making it bigger than the UK's iron and steel, textiles, shipbuilding, or computer industries. Who wouldn't drink to that?
Munchies Staff
1.29.15
Epitaph For A Head

From Cro-Mags to Agnostic Front to Crumbsuckers: An Interview With Artist Sean Taggart

The famed artist talks to Tony Rettman about his iconic album art and more
Tony Rettman
1.29.15
Drugs

Accused Hong Kong Drug Lord Forced to Burn $140M of Meth In Indonesia

The enormous bust highlights China's growing role as the principal producer of Methamphetamine in Asia, as Indonesia continues a hardline drug crackdown.
Max Rann
1.29.15
Recipe

Classic Fondue Recipe

Mini pigs-in-a-blanket, taquitos, crustless tea sandwiches; there is nothing that won’t be elevated by being dipped into a gooey, runny, indulgent puddle of melted cheese.
Charlotte Kamin
1.29.15
guantanamo bay

The Military Admitted Force-Feeding Gitmo Detainees Violates International Law and Medical Ethics

A military legal document obtained by VICE News acknowledges that according to international law and medical ethics, force-feeding a mentally competent person is 'never acceptable.'
Jason Leopold
1.29.15
Politics

Mormon Church's Newfound Support of Gay Rights Tied to Religious Exemption Law

Rights advocates argue that the church’s gay rights announcement is really about ensuring that individuals and entities can still discriminate against people based on their religious beliefs.
Colleen Curry
1.29.15
Op-Eds

On Coming to Terms with the Fact that I Actually Like the New Lupe Fiasco Album

These days, Lupe's the dude at the barbershop with hot, hot takes on the Illuminati. And I'm fine with that.
Israel Daramola
1.29.15
Premieres

Douse Yourself in "Unholy Water," In Defence's Thrashing New Tour Single

These Twin City thrashers are back with their first taste of new material since 2012.
Kim Kelly
1.29.15
News

The Exchange Program That Puts College Kids in Classrooms with Prisoners

An ex-con became a professional criminal justice reform advocate thanks to a program that lets felons learn alongside students from outside prison walls.
Dorian Geiger
1.29.15
one and done

John Calipari is Trying to Save College Basketball's Soul

The controversial coach is dominating foes and making a strong case for players' rights at Kentucky
Patrick Redford
1.29.15
Sports

Skateboarding Makes Afghan Girls Feel Free

How the Skateistan school uses skateboarding as a tool for empowerment in a country worn down by 30 years of conflict and dislocation.
Kat Lister
1.29.15
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