A man who left a lasting mark on literature and education passed away recently. Leslie Epstein, a renowned writer and educator, died at the age of 87. He was known for his unique approach to teaching and his ability to inspire students. Epstein's life was filled with notable achievements, but his impact on those around him was even more significant. Epstein grew up ...
A young man, Guy Edward Bartkus, left a grim legacy behind when he carried out a bombing at a fertility clinic in Palm Springs. The 25-year-old, from Twentynine Palms, California, is believed to have died in the explosion he orchestrated. The blast was so powerful that it's being called one of the biggest bombing scenes in Southern California's history. The FBI is...
The writing abilities of young people who speak both English and French fluently were put under the microscope. These teens grew up in a place where both languages are widely used. They had plenty of chances to practice and use both languages in everyday life. This is a unique situation. Usually, one language is dominant. But in this case, both languages hold equal g...
Ryan Reynolds, the actor behind the popular Deadpool character, has been brainstorming new ideas for his character's future. Despite the massive success of Deadpool & Wolverine, which earned over $1. 338 billion, Reynolds has made it clear that he doesn't want to make another solo Deadpool movie. This decision shows his commitment to creative control and his desire t...
The world of academic writing has seen a significant shift with the introduction of AI tools. These tools, powered by large language models, have become more accessible since the release of ChatGPT in 2022. They promise to speed up the writing process for researchers. However, they come with their own set of problems. Plagiarism, false information, and made-up refere...
John Feinstein, a renowned sportswriter, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 69. His brother, Robert, found him at their home in McLean, Virginia. Robert described John as a passionate individual who sparked strong emotions in people. He was known for his deep insights and honest writing style. Feinstein's career began in 1977 as a night police reporter. He later...
Danny Strong's journey in Hollywood is a story of transformation and success. Starting as an actor, Strong found his true calling in writing. He made a big impact with his script for Recount, a film about the controversial 2000 presidential election in Florida. This script was so good it topped the Hollywood Black List. HBO turned it into an Emmy-winning TV movie, a...
Technological startup Nova Credit was finally gaining traction in the financial world when COVID-19 hit. In 2020, Misha Esipov, the company's cofounder and CEO, found himself in a tough situation: Nova Credit designed a service that allowed immigrants to bring their credit history from other countries to the United States. Credit Passport was Nova's first and main pr...
The world is buzzing with new language tools, like generative AI. These tools have a lot of potential for English language learners (ELL). Many believe that AI could revolutionize the way ELLs tackle their writing assignments. Recently, some research on the impact of AI on ELLs focused on how motivated students were when using AI tools to write academic papers. ...
Imagine writing 175 books in 45 years without ever planning to be an author. That's what our storyteller did. They didn't just write stories; they connected dots like Steve Jobs said, diving into topics from marine biology to American history. Their latest book, "In Search of the Old Ones, " mixes tree rings and social psychology. Four creativity principles guide the...