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X-Ray Architecture
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The Great Pacific Garbage Patch and the Mediocre Writers’ Odyssey
“What a relief to have nothing to say, the right to say nothing, because only then is there a chance of framing the rare, or ever rarer, the thing that might be worth saying.” The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, an ever-enthralling tale of discarded waste floating aimlessly through the vast ocean. Its difficult not to draw…
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A water tanker fills up to fight the fires
This is mesmerizing in a “Grapes of Wrath”, “Wages of Fear” kind of way
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“The End of History” and the Dunning-Kruger Effect
Deconstructing the Notions of “The End of History” and the Dunning-Kruger Effect. Introduction: In intellectual discourse, certain ideas gain prominence and become influential, shaping our understanding of the world. However, not all ideas withstand the test of time or scrutiny. This essay critically examines the notions of “The End of History” and the Dunning-Kruger Effect,…
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Cyberpunk is Now Legacy
The term “cyberspace” has played a significant role in shaping our perception of the digital realm. Coined in the 1980s, it represented an abstract and separate space for digital interactions, distinct from the physical world. However, as technology and our understanding of the digital landscape have evolved, the term cyberspace has become a legacy term,…
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Crapsacchacarine
The cyberpunk genre has long been a cornerstone of science fiction, with its gritty, dystopian vision of the future serving as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked technological advancement. However, in recent years, there has been a trend among millennials and zoomers to turn cyberpunk into something altogether different: crapsacchacarine. Crapsacchacarine is a…
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People push their luck because usually luck is too heavy to move by itself
Title: The Temptation of Pushing Luck: Exploring the Human Desire for Fortuitous Outcomes Introduction: Luck, often regarded as a capricious force, holds a fascinating allure for humanity. It possesses the power to transform lives, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. However, luck is often perceived as a passive element, requiring a nudge to be set…
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Powerage
Keith Richards, legendary guitarist for The Rolling Stones, has long been a fan of AC/DC, the iconic Australian hard rock band. Richards has spoken publicly about his admiration for the album, which he considers to be one of the best rock records ever made. Released in 1978, Powerage marked a turning point for AC/DC. The…
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Art Precedes Theoretical Deduction
Art is often considered a product of human innovation, a way of expressing emotions and ideas through various mediums such as painting, sculpture, music, and literature. However, this perspective fails to fully capture the nature of art as a way of knowledge that is distinct from theoretical deduction and that is inextricably linked to human…
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Microtones
Microtones are a musical concept that has been present in various cultures for centuries. They are intervals that are smaller than a semitone and are used to create a wide range of sounds that are not found in Western classical music. Microtones have been an important part of music from various parts of the world…
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