The New Dark Age

'Socialism or Barbarism'

October 20, 2026

  • Iran’s Sanctions Have Arrived in France

    Tuesday, 20 October 2026 — BetBeat’s Newsletter Anyone wondering whether Iran is second-guessing the Hormuz blockade? Anyone wondering whether Iran is second-guessing the Hormuz blockade? Don’t. They have the receipts. They are watching from Tehran as the dominoes fall: France first, Albania close behind, Italy wobbling, the rest queuing up. A little more time is… Continue reading

  • ‘God help us authors’: Helm’s defense of Rooney ignites Downing Street Row

    Police are assessing a post by author Sarah Helm, wife of UK national security adviser Jonathan Powell, expressing support for Palestine Action. Downing Street distanced itself from Helm’s comments, while the Campaign Against Antisemitism demanded police action and a public denunciation from Powell. An open letter signed by 419 writers and publishing professionals supports Sally… Continue reading

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