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‘War Authority’ Reminds Us Of Pandora’s Open Box

War Authority is a short documentary film that examines the 2001 “Authorization for the Use of Military Force” (AUMF) which gave the US President “almost unlimited authority to bomb, detain, and monitor just about anyone, anywhere.” Fast-forward to today, some 15 years later, and the AUMF has yet to be amended or repealed, which is to say that it can be used anytime and anywhere unrelated to the events of 9/11. President George W. Bush used the AUMF at least 18 times during his two terms. Obama used it at least 19 times. That’s pretty terrifying considering the new guy in charge. Directed by Matthew Palmer, War Authority features interviews with Congresswoman Barbara Lee (the sole representative in the House to vote against the rushed authorization) and former Secretary of State and Director of the CIA Leon Panetta, among others.

We Want to Play Japan’s Dangerous Game of Bo-Taoshi

Played on sports days in Japanese schools, the brutal game of Bo-Taoshi was originated by cadets in the Second World War.

Brave Birder on an E-Scooter Chases Down Dastardly Bike Thief

This bike thief had no idea what he was up against when he crossed paths with a guy looking for young family of crows.

Short Film Teases Reopening of Characteristically Noisy New York City

As case counts drop and vaccination numbers rise, the loud but comforting crush of urban life is coming back.

What Would Happen If an American President Authorized a Nuclear Missile Attack

Complex 571-7 is all that remains of the 54 Titan II missile sites that were on alert across the United States from 1963 to 1987.