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Paul R. Ehrlich, Who Alarmed the World With ‘The Population Bomb,’ Dies at 93

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:05:07 +0000

His best-selling 1968 book, which forecast global famines, made him a leader of the environmental movement. But he faced criticism when his predictions proved premature.

John M. Perkins Dies at 95; Evangelical Minister Espoused Social Justice

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:32:04 +0000

Inspired by the Gospel, he helped create a national network of community-development ministries “styled on the life of Jesus, who had the greatest concern for the weakest of people.”

Jürgen Habermas Dies at 96; One of Postwar Germany’s Most Influential Thinkers

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 04:16:52 +0000

In dozens of books, he rejected postmodern cynicism about truth and reason, arguing that rational communication was the best way to redeem democratic society.