From Hitler and slum landlords to the KKK and Muhammad Ali — Superman has always tackled the big issues of our time with a focus on equality and the downtrodden. The latest movie carries on the tradition, argues @ryanbiller.bsky.social for @newlinesmag.bsky.social

In post-Assad Syria, the country’s Druze community is grappling with Israeli encroachment and the power dynamics in Damascus, as well as the rise of anti-government militants, reports @ryanbiller.bsky.social for @newlinesmag.bsky.social

NEW: From Hitler & slum landlords to the KKK & Muhammad Ali — Superman has always tackled the big issues of our time with a focus on equality and the downtrodden. The latest movie carries on the tradition, argues @ryanbiller.bsky.social for @newlinesmag.bsky.social newlinesmag.com/review/super...

In post-Assad Syria, the country’s Druze community is grappling with Israeli encroachment and the power dynamics in Damascus, as well as the rise of anti-government militants, reports @ryanbiller.bsky.social for @newlinesmag.bsky.social newlinesmag.com/reportage/sy...

Is there a dinosaur in the jungles of the Congo? @ryanbiller.bsky.social explores the myth of mokele-mbembe and the cryptozoology craze that has sent evangelicals searching for sauropods.

The question for Syria’s many minority groups, including women, is how to chart an inclusive course toward a future that legitimately—not symbolically—serves the needs and rights of all citizens. The challenge lies in building a post-Assad Syria recognizes the voices of every community.

As Syria’s new Islamist-led government claims reform, women, and minorities brace for a rollback in their rights. @ryanbiller.bsky.social traveled to the region to do some incredible reporting on the hopes (and worries) for the future.

Is there a dinosaur in the jungles of the Congo? @ryanbiller.bsky.social explores the myth of mokele-mbembe and the cryptozoology craze that has sent evangelicals searching for sauropods.