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This Week

May 13, 2016

Don’t Blame Trump: American Democracy Was Broken Before He Muscled In

The widespread hatred of voters of the "wrong kind" is killing democracy.

Culture

The To-Do List

"Newsweek" selects six beautiful things to try, buy or visit this week.
World

Why Egyptians Say Things are Worse Than Under Mubarak

Detentions, torture, repression of the press and a failing economy have made Egypt a tinderbox.
U.S.

Why the Next Pearl Harbor Could Happen in Space

Forget ISIS—a Chinese or Russian attack on U.S. satellites could cripple American forces before anyone fires a shot.
U.S.

Ultra-Thin Chest Protector for Kid Athletes Aims for a Home Run

A new product will protect kids from potentially fatal commotio cordis, where a blow to the heart between heartbeats stops the heart.
World

Satire Is Thriving in Russia, While Many Russians Aren’t

As the Kremlin clampdown on dissent has accelerated, and traditional forms of protest have become more dangerous, political satire is moving to the streets.
Tech & Science

Honolulu Might Be Sunk Due to Climate Change

If Hawaii can't get the Ala Wai Canal Project off the ground, it might lose Waikiki Beach.
Culture

Turning Tidal: What Music is 'Exclusive' in the Streaming Age?

Jay-Z's streaming service has been the playground for hot releases in 2016; but what does an exclusive release mean?
Culture

Making Sense of 'Silicon Valley', Silicon Valley and its Invisible Blight

HBO's 'Silicon Valley' keeps things light and wholesome even when it is salacious, but the lightness is also a weakness.
U.S.

Animal Activists Are Shouting Out Their Crimes Online

DirectAction.info posts dispatches from animal activists across the world announcing their crimes—or "actions."
Opinion

You’re 100 Percent Wrong About: ‘Get Off My Lawn!’

If your best comeback to a baby boomer is "Get Off My Lawn," your argument is probably lacking.
Tech & Science Video

Bet on FanDuel and DraftKings to Merge to Save Themselves

The sports ecosystem wants fantasy companies to succeed, but they need to get back to being about sports instead of money.