COGNICURRENT

The article discusses Poland's historical perspective regarding its relationship with Russia and the practical implications of that relationship in contemporary politics.

A new documentary by The Kyiv Independent reveals systematic torture of Ukrainian civilians by Russian forces, linking contemporary practices to historical roots from Stalin's era through Putin's regime.

The article explores the historical context and implications of Mikhail Gorbachev's policies in Russia, drawing parallels to contemporary issues faced by opposition leaders like Alexei Navalny.

The article discusses the historical context of the Virgin Islands, discovered by Columbus in 1493, and the lasting impact of European colonialism and slavery in the region, as well as contemporary geopolitical issues involving Russia.

As of January 11, 2026, the war between Russia and Ukraine has reached a critical point, marking 1418 days since the total invasion began, a duration that symbolically aligns with the USSR's war against Nazi Germany and has significant implications for contemporary Russian identity.

Andrzej Leder discusses 'The Forest of Spirits', a multifaceted autobiographical report exploring the journey of a Polish ethnographer who discovers Siberian indigenous sculptures and embarks on a quest to understand their origins and significance.

The article discusses the methods of internet censorship employed by contemporary regimes, the global impact of internet disconnections, and specifically focuses on Russia's censorship strategies, including the '16 kilobytes' tactic.

Slavoj Žižek discusses the ideological implications of criminal behavior in contemporary society, focusing on societal perceptions and justifications.

Contemporary Russian artists grapple with the dangers of addressing Stalinist repression, a topic that remains sensitive for the current Russian government.