Arts & Culture | The Chinese New Year – Colorful Traditions and Symbolisms In the lead-up to Chinese New Year, families thoroughly clean their homes, a tradition known as “sweeping the dust.” This practice is rooted in the belief that it sweeps away bad luck and makes way for good fortune and prosperity in the…
The Evolution of Valentine’s Day: From Ancient Rituals to Modern Celebrations
Essay | The Evolution of Valentine’s Day: From Ancient Rituals to Modern Celebrations The origins of Valentine’s Day can be traced back to the ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia, a pagan celebration held in mid-February. During this festival, there were violent and fertility rituals that were believed to promote health and fertility. The festival was…
Inside the Snow Dome: A Story of Wonder
Arts & Culture | Fiction | Inside the Snow Dome: A Story of Wonder by Adam Scull In the quaint, snow-covered town where Leo resided, the picturesque scenery and the blanket of snow that enveloped everything fueled his extraordinary imagination. Every snowflake that gracefully fell from the sky seemed to carry a sprinkle of…
What Dreams Are Made Of: The Connection Between Dreams and Memories
Arts and Culture | Unlocking the Mysteries: What Dreams Are Made Of: The Connection Between Dreams and Memories The link between dreams and memories is a fascinating aspect of human cognition. For instance, the 71-year-old author’s vivid dreams of people from his past evoke emotions and memories upon waking and allow the narrator to reflect…
70 Years of Godzilla, the World’s Favorite Monster
Arts and Culture | 70 Years of Godzilla, the World’s Favorite Monster by Rob DeMarco | Read by Adam Scull  In the pantheon of cinematic monsters, Godzilla reigns supreme as the world’s favorite, a title earned through a rich tapestry of symbolism, cultural impact, and an uncanny ability to adapt and resonate…
The Thrilling Legacy of Robert Ludlum: From Espionage to Enduring Influence and the Iconic Jason Bourne
Arts and Culture | The Thrilling Legacy of Robert Ludlum: From Espionage to Enduring Influence and the Iconic Jason Bourne  Robert Ludlum’s writing style is characterized by fast-paced narratives, intricate plots, and meticulous attention to detail, which he honed through his background in theater. His experience in drama allowed him to master the…
On the Road: Jack Kerouac’s Masterpiece
Essay | On the Road: Jack Kerouac’s Masterpiece Jack Kerouac’s influence on American literature cannot be overstated, particularly as a leader of the Beat movement and his connection to the post-war American youth culture. Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, to a large French Canadian population, Kerouac’s childhood and early adulthood were marked by profound loss, including…
The Battle for Delegates: Inside the New Hampshire Presidential Primary
Analysis | The Battle for Delegates: Inside the New Hampshire Presidential Primary  The New Hampshire Presidential Primary has a rich historical significance, rooted in the state’s long-standing tradition of being the first in the nation for both the Republican and Democratic nominations. Dating back to 1916, New Hampshire has consistently held its primary…
Writing from Within
The Craft of Writing with Randall “Jay” Andrews | Writing from Within  The best writing comes from within. I don’t mean it is hatched from within, but rather the succinct thoughts you feel about who you are, about what you feel, about the love, the shit, the hate, the jocularity, the sadness, the fear,…
Nikki Haley’s Emergence
Analysis | Nikki Haley: Navigating Challenges and Shaping the 2024 Republican Presidential Race  Nikki Haley’s campaign in the 2024 Republican presidential race, including her positioning as the primary alternative to Trump, the evolution of her campaign, challenges and strategies, her popularity and recent controversies, Trump’s opposition and Haley’s response, and her key policy stances…