American exceptionalism seems to get a bad rap these days. After two centuries of support of the excellence of our nation, from Presidents, such as Abraham Lincoln, who alluded to American exceptionalism in his Gettysburg Address (“a new nation conceived in liberty”) down to ordinary American citizens a new generation of hand-wringing pundits and intellectuals has determined that our...
The Matrix is a classic science fiction film that explores the idea of a simulated reality controlled by powerful machines. The film's action-packed plot, special effects, and thought-provoking themes make it a must-see for any science fiction fan. The concept of living in a simulated reality is prevalent in science fiction and the film raises important questions about the...
It’s 9:59 a.m. in the Information Commons. It’s a nice Thursday morning, with the sun shining, the birds chirping. A lot is going on today, but most importantly, the next release of Supreme is dropping at exactly 10:00 a.m. As Mr. Moyse in the Commons quiets the rowdy students, the clock strikes 10. The students quickly click the refresh...
If you are reading this article you may have been called “gringo” before. Even people who are born in Mexico are called “gringo” at times. Have you ever wondered what it means and where it comes from? In this article I’m going to tackle what gringo means, its story, and how to prevent getting this contagious disease.
Where does it...
Before a daunting mission, landing signal technicians and officers line the aircraft carrier. After checking the aircraft's engines, the crew extends their flaps and removes the tie downs. The wings are unfolded. Soon, the aircraft dashes off the deck at 400 mph. Even though it sounds similar to Top Gun, this critical clip is part of a powerful movie...
On Wednesday, December 6th, four Republican hopefuls sparred in the fourth GOP debate. The Republican front-runner, former president Donald Trump, chose to skip the debate and instead attend a fundraiser in Florida. Against the backdrop of an unusual presidential election, former House Speaker, Kevin McCarthy announced his resignation just days after the House of Representatives voted to expel embattled...
He's most productive away from the office. He made his name watching a couple of slightly distinct birds. In his later years, his beard was particularly impressive. He is one of the most prominent scientists in the world.
At this point, most even somewhat versed in science can guess who I'm depicting: Charles Darwin. Sailing to the Galapagos Islands in...
In November 2023, the popular website Omegle was shut down. Millions of online conversations across the globe cut short. Instead of meeting a new random stranger, all of Omegle's users met a farewell letter. Some may consider it an apology, but others see an argument on morality and accountability.
I believe that the history of the site in its entirety,...
