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Joe Berlinger's six-part Netflix documentary "Hitler and the Nazis: Evil on Trial" uses colorized archival footage and staged recreations to draw parallels between Nazi Germany and contemporary issues in the United States, serving as a cautionary tale about the rise of authoritarianism and antisemitism.
Ukrainian commandos, possibly trained by the UK's Royal Marines and Army Commandos, have been conducting daring raids on targets in Russian-occupied Ukraine, including the recent retaking of oil drilling platforms in the Black Sea. These raids, reminiscent of British commando operations during World War II, are seen as strategic victories by Ukraine's defense ministry and military intelligence agency. However, historical comparisons suggest that the true military impact of such raids may be overstated, as past operations have been debated for their practical purpose and potential counterproductivity. Only time will tell the true impact of Ukraine's commando raids.
The 2023 Oakland Athletics are on track to be one of the worst teams in baseball history, with a record of 11-45 through 56 games. They are compared to other historically bad teams, including the 1899 Cleveland Spiders and the 1962 New York Mets. The Tampa Bay Rays, Texas Rangers, and Baltimore Orioles top this week's MLB Power Rankings.