Culture
Promoting Respect for Elders in Modern Society
Lilly, a young girl, was introduced to me by her father. We exchanged pleasantries, but I couldn’t help feeling something was amiss. At four, Lilly should have addressed me as ‘Mr. Alperson’. This got me
Fela Kuti’s “Zombie”: A Symbol of Resistance in Nigeria
In 1976, the satirical song “Zombie” by Fela Kuti became a rallying cry for teenagers like Yunusa Yau and his friends in Nigeria. At the time, Nigeria was under military rule, and the song’s critique
Algorithms and the Decline of Mass Culture
In March, the TikTok account ai.cinema021 released over 20 episodes of an A.I.-generated ‘dating’ show called ‘Fruit Love Island.’ The show featured humanoid fruits with exaggerated sexual features. Their dialogue is both clichéd and strangely
Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon and Lasting Legend
Marilyn Monroe was one of the most photographed women of the 20th century, despite being reportedly uncomfortable in front of a camera. Today, her influence and legacy remain more prominent than ever. The Academy Museum
Exploring Washington’s Hidden Gem: The Lincoln Memorial’s Undercroft
Underneath Washington D.C.’s Lincoln Memorial lies a long-hidden architectural wonder known as the Undercroft. Originally built to support the weight of the marble memorial above, this expansive space has remained out of public view for
The Importance of Human Authors in Creative Writing
Democracy Dies in Darkness Today, we reflect on the vital role human authors play in generating innovative ideas. The world still looks to human creativity for fresh and bold concepts. Despite advances in technology, the
Interview with ‘Tilly Norwood’: The AI Actress
Tilly Norwood, known as the world’s first AI actress, has sparked debate over artificial intelligence in media. Created by Eline van der Velden, Tilly challenges the boundaries of what we define as an actor. The
Mexican Designer Fuses Culture and Football in Unique Jerseys
Hugo Rosas, a prominent jersey designer in Mexico City, has created a collection of designs that captures the essence of Mexican culture. His latest collection, “Calados del Alma” or “Cutouts of the Soul,” melds soccer
Muckleshoot Tribe’s Enduring Connection to Salmon
The Muckleshoot tribe sees salmon as more than a meal. For them, safeguarding the fish means preserving a deep-rooted history of culture and tradition. Descended from the Duwamish and Upper Puyallup peoples, who inhabited the
Clash Occurs at California Track Meet Over Trans Athlete Participation
At a California championship track meet, tensions flared between “Save Girls Sports” supporters and pro-LGBTQ advocates. The event involved a trans athlete, AB Hernandez, and led to a strong police presence. The incident occurred outside