Rufin VanRullen discusses advancing AI’s architecture to mirror the human mind through the Global Workspace Theory. With a PhD in Cognitive Science and extensive research on neural processes, he emphasizes rhythmic aspects of visual perception. Brian Greene, a physicist...
The Trump administration is expected to shift towards less government regulation, increased domestic production, and protectionist policies, impacting immigration and taxes. Proposed tariffs on imports and drastic changes in foreign policy, including a focus on ending conflicts, signal significant...
The 2025 New Year's Concert, conducted by Riccardo Muti, celebrated Johann Strauss's 200th anniversary in Vienna's Golden Hall. Broadcast globally, the event highlighted Strauss's lively waltzes and polkas, reflecting a longstanding tradition of nostalgia and festivity. Muti's association with...
Carl Sagan, a key figure in popularizing astronomy and understanding the cosmos, influenced humanity significantly through his works, including "Cosmos". He warned about ecological issues and promoted peaceful communication in space. The world's population trends highlight linguistic diversity, urbanization,...
On December 2, the President dismissed a New York Times article suggesting the Sinaloa cartel recruits chemistry students for fentanyl production. Subsequent reports revealed the cartel's operations, revealing a disturbing increase in fentanyl use, especially in border areas. The...
"Auld Lang Syne," a traditional Scottish song, celebrates the old year and is commonly sung at New Year's Eve/Hogmanay. Written by Robert Burns in 1788, its title loosely translates to "for the sake of old times." It reflects on...
In 2025, Mexico transitions to an authoritarian political regime under Morena, characterized by crushed opposition and a market economy dependent on foreign and drug-trafficking capital. The justice system shifts towards unofficial preventive detention, promoting social control. This new system...