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June 2025

Misfit: When We Let Others Define Who Belongs
The true tragedy lies not in being labeled a misfit by others, but in accepting their insecurities as our own definition, living our lives to prove…
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Divine Mandate: When Religion Is a Tool of Oppression
“Let him who is without sin among you be the first to cast a stone at her.” - Jesus Christ, crucified by religious leaders because of his teachings and…
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Father’s Day: When Fatherhood Means Sacrifice
Fathers give their time, dreams, and well-being in service of their families, navigating societal expectations that demand strength without…
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Google Veo 3: When Hyperrealism Is the New Reality
Veo 3 shatters the boundaries of traditional digital video with a level of hyperrealism that challenges us to rethink the very nature of reality.
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Claude Opus 4: When AI Gets Narcissistic
The potential for self-protective, manipulative AI models draws attention to the importance of robust safety mechanisms and ethical frameworks in the…
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May 2025

Memory: When the Brain Fills in the Gap
Embracing memory as an evolving story rather than a fixed record allows us to appreciate its fluidity and its profound influence on shaping our…
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Revisionism: When History Is Reconstructed
When powerful interests rewrite history, they don't merely alter our understanding of what was, they fundamentally reshape who we believe ourselves to…
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Mother's Day: When Mothering is an Intentional Choice
To every mother who wakes up and chooses compassion over convenience, service over self-interest, and love over all else: thank you! You’re the real…
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Gene Editing: When Designer Babies are the Future of Humanity
As gene editing capabilities advance, responsible regulations and ethical safeguards are crucial to ensure the technology serves humanity without…
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April 2025

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