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This is a rumination on lies — layer upon layer of lies — told by US intelligence agencies and other officials about what Lee Harvey Oswald, or someone pretending to be him, was allegedly doing in Mexico City just weeks before the Kennedy assassination. The original goal, it seems, was to associate Oswald, in advance of the events of Dealey Plaza, with the USSR and Cuba. The essay focuses on tales told by Richard Helms, a top official of the CIA in 1963 who later became its director — and  is based on a talk given by Peter Dale Scott. … Continue reading →

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Here at the Art of Manliness, we’re big believers in the brain-boosting, character-expanding, enjoyment-inducing power of books. Kate, Jeremy, and I always have our nose in a book (or pointing at a digital reader), and last year for the first time we decided to put together a list of the best books we read during the course of the year. We’ve decided to do it again this year, and give you a peek into the meaty sources behind a lot of the articles we write and publish, as well as the books we’re simply enjoying in our spare time. These aren’t necessarily books … Continue reading →

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Global investors should be concerned about potential economic turmoil as the United States is embarking on a recession and the greenback continues to be unsound, says Jim Rogers, chairman of Rogers Holdings and bestselling author of “Hot Commodities.” Rogers spoke with Bloomberg TV India on Tuesday and told the media outlet that the U.S. is “over-indebted” and maintains the largest amount of debt in the planet’s history. He further explained that the U.S. dollar is not sound, and with potential turmoil on the horizon, investors believe that the U.S. dollar is a safe haven for them. This is wrong, says … Continue reading →

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There comes a time when a woman has to decide whether to fight the ageing process or embrace the elasticated waist. But while some happily wave the white flag and others battle on through starvation diets, injectables and subterfuge, there’s a wave of gorgeous, high-profile women in their 40s, 50s, 60s and even 70s who epitomise an altogether different approach to the whole business. The likes of Jennifer Aniston and Cate Blanchett – both effortlessly elegant in their mid-40s – and Dame Helen Mirren – a glamorous role model at 70 – represent a new breed redefining the ageing process. … Continue reading →

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To pay my way through college, I worked as a tower hand for a tower services company in Cedar Rapids. For three years I spent my weekends climbing thousands of feet into the air to fix antennas, replace cables, and change light bulbs. And that was the easy part–what I hated was the cold! You see we did this year round–to include those Iowa winters where the temperature was freezing on the ground and even colder in the air, where winds would create wind chills easily below -20 degrees Fahrenheit. Climbing those towers covered with ice I learned very quickly … Continue reading →

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Recently-declassified nuclear targeting documents from 1959 describe how Washington planned to obliterate the capital cities of what are now America’s NATO allies in Eastern and Central Europe. The revelation casts doubt on Washington’s Cold War commitment to the protection of what it referred to as «captive nations» in Europe. The documents are contained in a report titled, «SAC (Strategic Air Command) Atomic Weapons Requirements Study for 1959». The US Air Force study called for the «systematic destruction» of such major population centers as Warsaw, East Berlin, Prague, Bucharest, Tallinn, and others, as well as Peiping (Beijing), Leningrad (St. Petersburg), and … Continue reading →

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In a memo dated November 30, 1957, an agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation identified as “A. Jones” raised an issue of critical importance: “Several complaints to the Bureau have been made concerning the ‘Mad’ comic book [sic], which at one time presented the horror of war to readers.” Attached to the document were pages taken from a recent issue of Mad that featured a tongue-in-cheek game about draft dodging. Players who earned such status were advised to write to FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover and request a membership card certifying themselves as a “full-fledged draft dodger.” At least … Continue reading →

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The Christian holiday based on the birth of Jesus and made even more kid-friendly by Northern European folklore is upon us. The odds are pretty high you’re one of the nearly 100 million Americans who traveled to spend it with family, and the odds are even higher you’re going to have a disagreement about politics while you’re there. I’m in Madison right now, which is the Berkeley of the Midwest, but the holidays have also included Chicago and New York with plenty of visitors from all over in each place. It’s been an interesting sampling of the country (albeit with … Continue reading →

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A reliable vehicle is a very important part of our preparedness planning. Not only is it transportation out of a bad situation, but your vehicle can provide lighting, heat/air conditioning, electrical power, and shelter. Most of us don’t have the luxury of procuring a dedicated bug out vehicle; we have to make the best of what we have. The good news is that you can add important capabilities to your existing vehicle without breaking the bank, and at your own pace. Road Clearance One thing that will quickly defeat your bugout plan is a tree or vehicle blocking the road. … Continue reading →

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Switzerland will hold a referendum to decide whether to ban commercial banks from creating money. The Swiss federal government confirmed on Thursday that it would hold the plebiscite after more than 110,000 people signed a petition calling for the central bank to be given sole power to create money in the financial system. The campaign – led by the Swiss Sovereign Money movement and known as the Vollgeld initiative – is designed to limit financial speculation by requiring private banks to hold 100pc reserves against their deposits. “Banks won’t be able to create money for themselves any more, they’ll only be … Continue reading →

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There are plenty of ways to turn people off. In fact, most of them don’t require much effort. All it takes is one look at your social media activity or a casual in-person introduction to make someone realize they just don’t want to spend time with you. We’ve rounded up some of the most common social turn-offs online and in person, as well as how to avoid them. Read on and see which ones you’ve been guilty of. 1. Sharing too many photos on Facebook You might be eager to share snapshots of your honeymoon, cousin’s graduation, and dog dressed … Continue reading →

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It’s not a holiday celebration without plenty of food and drink, but what ends up on the table varies from place to place. To bring some variety into your holiday drink routine, we’ve rounded up seven festive cocktails from around the world. 1. WASSAIL (U.K.) It’s a song! It’s a verb! It’s a warm drink! It’s Wassail, and it’s all of the above! It may bring to mind a group of carolers in centuries-old garb warbling their hearts out, but its name and heritage are a bit more muddled. As legend has it, a beautiful Saxon noblewoman seduced the drunk … Continue reading →

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When it comes to questions, requests and complaints, flight attendants have seen or heard almost everything in their time in the sky. That includes all kinds of behaviour that gets under their skin and can turn the crew against travellers who are inconsiderate or just plain foolish. From snapping your fingers when you want a drink to going into the toilet without shoes, these are the passenger habits that annoy flight attendants the most. Not being polite In a recent thread on Quora, flight attendant Paula Mitchell rattled off a long list of annoyances, and ‘clicking fingers at me to … Continue reading →

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At the current rate of discovery, there will soon be no mysteries left to solve, leaving all manner of scientists unemployed. Just kidding, the wacky minds of past civilizations have left us plenty of work, sometimes inconsequential but always enlightening. 10 Egyptian Animals The ancient Egyptians were keen naturalists and tedious archivists, allowing modern researchers to piece together the region’s ecology as it flourished 6,000 years ago. Animal iconography was a common motif, and the assortment of local beasts was preserved through a variety of media, including carvings, rock art, ceremonial pieces, and murals on tomb walls. Combined, these sources … Continue reading →

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