As the 2024 Paris Olympics come to a close, Team USA is celebrating their impressive haul of medals. In the midst of the excitement, it's easy to get caught up in the thrill of victory, but perhaps we should take a moment to reflect on the bigger picture. What does it really take to become an Olympi
Science is often portrayed as a strict, dogmatic framework that excludes all forms of inquiry and criticism. However, this critique is rooted in a fundamental misunderstanding of what science is and how it operates. Science is not a religion, nor is it a belief system that seeks to impose its views
Daniel Dennett, a renowned American philosopher, passed away on a chilly day in Portland, Maine, leaving behind a trail of intellectual sparks and controversy. Born in 1942, Dennett spent his life delving into the mysteries of consciousness, free will, and evolution, making him one of the most widel
Daniel C. Dennett, the renowned American philosopher, left an indelible mark on the world with his groundbreaking works on consciousness, free will, religion, and evolutionary biology. His passing at the age of 82 has left a gaping hole in the philosophical community. But what made Dennett's impact
As the Democratic Party faces internal turmoil, an unlikely group of wealthy donors has joined the chorus calling for President Joe Biden to drop out of the presidential race. Abigail Disney, heiress to the Disney family fortune, has vowed to withhold donations to the party unless Biden steps aside.
In a sudden turn of events, Eagles cornerback Darius Slay has walked back his initial concerns about playing in Brazil. On his podcast, "Big Play Slay," Slay expressed his apprehension about the high crime rate in the country and questioned the NFL's decision to hold a game there. However, Slay's ap
The BASE, a nonprofit organization that uses sports to build teamwork skills and self-esteem in Boston children, has secured its Roxbury home for good. The organization's leader, Steph Lewis, received a call from the landlord two days before Christmas, informing him that the building was being put u
The trauma inflicted on these gymnasts goes far beyond the physical abuse. It's about the emotional scars, the trust betrayed, and the sense of powerlessness that can linger long after the abuse has ended. It's about the silence that was forced upon them, and the courage it took to break that silenc
The story of Denise Prudhomme, an employee who clocked in for work at Wells Fargo and was found dead four days later, is a haunting reminder of the devastating impact of work-related stress and burnout. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5,486 individuals died at work in 2022, while the Am
In a move that has sent shockwaves across the region, the Philippines has withdrawn its coastguard ship, the Teresa Magbanua, from the disputed Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea. The vessel had been stationed at the reef since April, but was forced to return to port after a months-long stand-off w
