The Impact of Social Networks on Health Behaviors Summary Social networks can have a significant impact on people’s health behaviors. This impact can be observed in the example of smoking cessation, where network clusters can affect the success of efforts to reduce smoking rates. The way individuals leave a social network can also affect the …
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The Great Debate: Genre vs. Literature Summary The article discusses the ongoing debate between genres and literature, and how they are not so different after all. It argues that at the heart of every story is a fictional world and a central character, trying to navigate their way through life. The article also explores the …
Comic-Con: Where Everyone is a Performer Summary Comic-Con is more than just a convention for nerds to gather and celebrate their favorite geeky franchises. It’s a place where attendees become performers by dressing up as their favorite characters, engaging in a virtual performance that includes both willing and unwilling participants. Comic-Con is a performance space …
Microsoft may sell Xbox 360 for $9! Is it true? Summary The Verge reported a rumor that Microsoft might sell the Xbox 360 for $99 with a $15 per month subscription fee that includes Xbox Live and other video content. Nintendo plans to offer major video games as downloads starting with New Super Mario Bros. …
Revolutionizing Transportation with the Lit Motors C1 Summary The Lit Motors C1 is a fully electric, enclosed motorcycle with gyroscopes that keep it upright no matter the condition. It has a top speed of 120 mph, a range of over 200 miles, and will be priced at $24,000. This has the potential to revolutionize transportation …
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Taking Risks in Engineering and Design: A Conversation with an Expert Summary In this article, we discuss the importance of risk-taking in engineering and design with an expert in the field. Our conversation focuses on the significance of learning from mistakes, the impact of brand on product development, and the differences between artists’ and engineers’ …
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Where are the Campuses? The Global Innovation Center Summary The formula for replicating Silicon Valley as a global innovation center is straightforward but difficult to execute. The key elements include outstanding research universities, a culture of risk-taking, liquid and deep capital markets, and a non-corrupt banking system with strong rule of law. Unfortunately, very few …
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The Latest in the Apple vs. Samsung Battle Summary The Apple patents infringement lawsuit against Samsung and Samsung’s counter lawsuit have been ongoing for over a year. Many executives have taken the stand and provided the court with information that they would not typically divulge publicly. Apple has accused Samsung of infringing on design patents …
Sleeping Dogs: A Unique Open-World Video Game Summary Sleeping Dogs is an open-world video game set in the city of Hong Kong, where the player takes on the role of an undercover cop named Wei Shen. The game features hand-to-hand combat influenced by Hong Kong cinema and a driving experience that combines realism and arcade …
Pop Culture Highlights of the Week Summary In this article, we will be discussing the latest pop culture highlights of the week. We will be talking about Adult Swim’s exclusive singles program, William Shatner’s documentary “Get a Life”, and the webcomic “Axe Cop”. We will also be discussing the first print exclusive version of Axe …