Nonfiction

How To Peel A Mango
Introduction I was chatting with my son-in-law Mark the other week and the concept of fruit cutting and peeling came up. There are three fruits that I tend to cut up and keep in the fridge to eat later.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Critique
Trump's Pardons for January 6 Rioters
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued full pardons to 1,500 individuals convicted for their roles in the January 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection. Among those pardoned were prominent figures from extremist groups, including leaders convicted of seditious conspiracy. This unprecedented move has reignited concerns about the fragility of American democracy, the erosion of the rule of law, and the stark inequalities within the justice system. When viewed through the lens of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), these pardons further highlight systemic inequities and the disproportionate impact of justice decisions on marginalized communities.
By Dr William M Whiteabout a year ago in Critique
Why Do The Games in Squid Game S2 Show Real-Life Struggles
Many people have been anxiously awaiting the second season of Squid Game, the most-watched show on Netflix. To win prizes in the first season, players had to compete in several lethal kid-friendly games. The upcoming season, which is also expected to break yet another Netflix record, delves deeper into the limitations and economic background of the surrealistic games. Green light, red light. When the song starts, move forward; when it ends, freeze. It's a fairly easy game. Or is it that moving after the music has stopped carries a death sentence? It was clear from the first season that Squid Game allegorizes the horrors of capitalism through kid-friendly games. Three years later, the second season of arguably the most significant television program of our time advances its adamantly anti-capitalist theme. It accomplishes this by exposing the illusion of "choice" in a system threatening to starve the great majority. In this article, I dive deeper into the dystopian nuances of capitalism and the illusion of choice that stir up scenarios very similar to reality.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Critique
Relationship between “unconscious bias,” racism, and structural inequalities
The brain phenomenon known as “unconscious bias” has been widely used to justify different forms of prejudice and discrimination through stereotypes. In fact, it is important to highlight that this “unconscious” is completely related to the ways in which social structures are perceived that lead to these discriminatory attitudes.
By Silvana Bárbara about a year ago in Critique
Trump 2.0: Can Disruption Deliver a New Era?
Donald Trump, one of the most polarizing figures in modern American history, stands at the dawn of a second term, poised once again to challenge the status quo. His re-election, driven by a combination of his unapologetic style, economic promises, and the unwavering loyalty of his base, signals a renewed commitment to disrupting Washington and reshaping the global order. Yet, while his resolve has only strengthened, questions linger about how far his brand of disruption can go in an increasingly polarized political landscape.
By mureed hussainabout a year ago in Critique
Amnesty International’s Double Standard on Israel
Amnesty International, a global organization exceeding 7 million people, has long been regarded as a leading voice for human rights; however, its track record on Israel raises concerns about a pattern of selective outrage and disproportionate criticism. From allegations of apartheid to calls for international arms embargoes, Amnesty’s focus on Israel stands out as uniquely severe—raising critical questions about the organization’s impartiality and fairness in addressing complex geopolitical conflicts.
By Gregory Lyakhovabout a year ago in Critique
Trump Makes History: The First Former President Sentenced for a Felony
In an unprecedented moment in American history, former President Donald Trump became the first ex-president to be sentenced for a felony. The court proceedings, held on a quiet Friday morning, concluded with a sentence that left many stunned: unconditional discharge, which carries no punishment. This legal milestone underscores the unique intersection of power, privilege, and accountability in the life of one of the most polarizing figures in modern politics.
By mureed hussainabout a year ago in Critique
Bryan Johnson wants to be imortal
Hello hello, I'm an avid documentary watcher and that lead me to watch a new Netflix documentary with the name "Don't die: the men that wants to live forever". I know, the title makes curious off the bat, but let me present the premise of the documentary.
By Joana Piresabout a year ago in Critique
Clarence Thomas
Federal Courts Won’t Refer Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to Attorney General Over Ethics Introduction In recent years, ethical concerns surrounding U.S. Supreme Court justices have garnered significant attention, with Justice Clarence Thomas often at the center of discussions. Despite growing calls for accountability and transparency, federal courts recently decided not to refer Justice Clarence Thomas to the Attorney General over ethics violations. This decision has sparked controversy and raised further questions about the need for judicial ethics reform, particularly in the nation's highest court.
By Fiaz aliabout a year ago in Critique
Ideas from Yahoo 4
Here are 17 powerful symbols in Bible with hidden meanings that to me are all about our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Here is a list starting with:
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Ideas from Yahoo 3
Once again glancing through that page of Yahoo News I came across 10 School Punishments that would fly today for there would be lawsuits galore if these were done without permission from the parents. The first one listed was 'The Dunce Cap' I really do not remember this one used except on television on certain shows or pictures in history books. I do remember writing lines on the blackboard for some, and I do remember actually copying dictionary pages as a punishment that I had to do once, and I cannot remember what I did though. There was 'The Paddle' in the principal's office but he or she had to have permission from the parents to use it on whomever, ruler on the knuckles I heard of when but is a form of corporeal punishment and I do not remember any of my teachers using doing this at any grade level. There was students standing in the hallway, and I think I remember someone standing on one foot for some reason in the classroom and to go along with this I remember one teacher made a student sit under his desk this would be a form of public shaming and I did feel bad for this student even though he should not have been passing notes. The last few were extra homework and physical drills/exercises.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Ideas from Yahoo 2
After I turned on my computer and it booted up and before logging onto the Internet sites that I 'work' for the first thing I see is various articles on Yahoo and I browse for ideas. The first was on weird foods from the 7o's and this one will be on famous books that they say everyone should read sometime during their lives. I have to admit I have read most of them and three I plan to get one day. I am going to just list them here.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique