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Cosmic Background Radiation: What the Heck Is It?
All origin stories sound crazy, but very few have supporting evidence. That’s where cosmic background radiation comes into play. As
Duran Duran: Are We Supposed To Like Them?
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Why Frida Kahlo Matters
Don’t be ashamed—you had barely heard of Frida Kahlo until a recent trip to Mexico City. Oh wait, that’s me.
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As the marathoners passed, the crowd went wild. Maybe a little extra wild. Running a marathon was one thing. Doing
Why You Should Embrace Country Music
Actually, let me start with why you don’t like country music. Then we’ll take it from there. The Facts
Coldplay vs Radiohead: Who Wins?
Coldplay vs Radiohead Why do I even ask? They’re two British bands who were wed Drinking from the alt-rock flask
What Is Manga?
I’ve been told that in the age of AI, writing blog posts that answer basic questions is a complete waste
10 Hints You Didn’t Go to Harvard
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The Indian Diaspora: It’s Everywhere!
It took me a few decades to realize I had problems. Sure, I look Indian. But I speak English with
Pakistan: A Quick 10-Number Portrait
If you live in the United States, Pakistan is one of those places you never hear about unless a death-involving
Cosmic Background Radiation: What the Heck Is It?
All origin stories sound crazy, but very few have supporting evidence. That’s where cosmic background radiation comes into play. As
Duran Duran: Are We Supposed To Like Them?
It’s a fascinating story, this Duran Duran one. The quintessential ’80s band that you laughed off when it was a
Why Frida Kahlo Matters
Don’t be ashamed—you had barely heard of Frida Kahlo until a recent trip to Mexico City. Oh wait, that’s me.
How Much Do We Really Know?
As the marathoners passed, the crowd went wild. Maybe a little extra wild. Running a marathon was one thing. Doing
Why You Should Embrace Country Music
Actually, let me start with why you don’t like country music. Then we’ll take it from there. The Facts
Coldplay vs Radiohead: Who Wins?
Coldplay vs Radiohead Why do I even ask? They’re two British bands who were wed Drinking from the alt-rock flask
What Is Manga?
I’ve been told that in the age of AI, writing blog posts that answer basic questions is a complete waste
10 Hints You Didn’t Go to Harvard
Not everyone goes to Harvard. Here are 10 clues that you definitely didn’t. 10 You continue to insist that
The Indian Diaspora: It’s Everywhere!
It took me a few decades to realize I had problems. Sure, I look Indian. But I speak English with
Pakistan: A Quick 10-Number Portrait
If you live in the United States, Pakistan is one of those places you never hear about unless a death-involving