Why the Second Movie is Always Better: An Argument for Hollywood to Keep Making Second Movies Summary The concept of the “Rule of Two,” which suggests that the second movie in a trilogy or series is often the best, is something that many people believe in, and it has led one person to recommend that …
The Importance of Cities in the 2012 US Presidential Election Summary This article explores the demographic breakdown of the 2012 US Presidential Election results using maps and data analysis. It reveals that the urban areas overwhelmingly voted for President Obama, while the rural areas voted for Mitt Romney. Furthermore, the author argues that the importance …
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The Fascinating World of Skyscrapers and Gravitational Time Dilation Summary The completion of the Tokyo Sky Tree, the world’s second-tallest building, at 2,080 feet has captured people’s imagination once again. In this article, we explore the allure of skyscrapers and their functions, as well as their role in giving us access to an entirely different …
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The Search For Chemical Signatures: From Conflict Minerals to Human Odors Summary This article explores the idea of chemical signatures and the quest to identify unique chemical signatures in various materials. From the search for human odor print to the detection of conflict minerals, researchers are applying various techniques to identify chemical signatures that could …
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Why We Can’t Figure Out What’s in the Booze of Science Fiction Universes Summary Science fiction has given us many iconic concepts, but it seems to have fallen short in depicting how alcohol works across different universes. In different works of fiction, we see different types of beverages, from Romulan ale in Star Trek to …
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Albinism: A look into the genetics and characteristics of albino animals Summary Albinism is a rare genetic disorder that inhibits the production of melanin, which gives color to our skin, hair, and eyes. While albinism can appear in any vertebrate, it is rare due to the recessive trait and the inability of albinos to camouflage …
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The Future of Books: Physical vs. Electronic Summary In this transcript, the speaker talks about the differences between physical and electronic books. He shares his own experience with collecting physical books and the difficulty in transitioning to electronic versions. He also talks about the importance of preserving information across time and the work being done …
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 …
The Missing Emotional Core in Spielberg’s Sci-Fi Movies Summary In this Q&A text, we discuss Steven Spielberg’s upcoming movie “Lincoln” and his three different types of movies that he makes. We dive deeper into his science fiction movies and the missing emotional core in them. We compare it to his classic movie “Close Encounters of …
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The Power of Inscription: Writing on the Urban Landscape Summary The power of inscribing words onto the cityscape is undeniable. From the Hollywood sign to the Lincoln Memorial, writing on the walls of buildings and structures is a way in which cities tell their stories. In this article, we explore the significance of lettering and …
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