Author: Josh
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Philosophy: Contradictions in Existence
A Treatise on the Contradictory Nature of Existence: A Narrative Exploration Existence is not a linear progression but of complex dynamics of opposing forces. This inherent contradiction is not a flaw to be corrected, but rather a fundamental characteristic that imbues reality with its profound depth, dynamism, and vitality. This narrative journey will traverse the…
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Philosophy: On Experts
The question “Why trust experts?” invites a profound exploration of knowledge, authority, and human fallibility, rooted in fundamental philosophical principles. In a world brimming with complexity, experts offer a guiding light, distilling vast and intricate information into accessible insights. Yet, this reliance on expertise also exposes us to the risks of bias, error, and manipulation.…
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Fiction: Shadows and Starlight
A multi-billion dollar merger. A reporter with a nose for trouble. And a chance encounter that changes everything. When Eliza Bennett bumps into Darcy Fitz, the man at the center of her investigation, she knows she’s stumbled onto something big. But she doesn’t yet realize how dangerous—and how personal—the truth will be.
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Fiction: Shattered Dreams
Ash choked the air. Ruins stretched to the horizon. And on the edge of a crumbling world, a small band of heroes faced an impossible choice: follow a desperate prophecy into the abyss, or succumb to the inevitable. The Lexicons of Destiny were their only hope, but the cost of finding them might be more…
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Fiction: The Boot Hypothesis
A joke about a cosmic footprint. A scientific anomaly that defied explanation. And a discovery that could rewrite our understanding of the universe. At the Celestial Horizon Observatory, the emptiness of the Boötes Void was about to reveal a terrifying truth.
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Arbor Mundi
On the Eternal Riddle: Existence Itself The question of existence is not a mere intellectual exercise, a puzzle to be neatly solved and set aside, but a profound and eternal riddle that beckons us to plunge into its unfathomable depths. It is a timeless echo, resonating across the vast expanse of human history, whispered on…
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Philosophy: Is Life a Journey or Destination?
Is life a journey, a destination, or something else entirely? We stand at a fork in the road, one path promising a clear endpoint—a trophy, a title, a finish line—the other a twisting, unpredictable route. But what if neither is the true path? What if the very question is flawed? This isn’t a simple debate;…
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Controversy: Artificial Sweeteners
The use of artificial sweeteners (AS), or non-nutritive sweeteners (NNS), in modern diets raises significant questions about their role in weight management and overall health. While these sweeteners are widely marketed as a calorie-free alternative to sugar, offering the promise of weight loss and reduced cardiometabolic risks, the scientific evidence is far from definitive. Emerging…
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Fiction: Ink and Feathers – A Shore Thing
Chapter I: Ink-idents and Irreconcilable Differences: A Shoreline Staring Contest The Coral Citadel, an underwater metropolis of glittering towers and bustling avenues, thrummed with activity. Octopus citizens darted between vibrant coral buildings, their tentacles laden with scrolls, tools, and freshly harvested sea kelp. Preparations for the coastal expedition were in full swing—a mission to observe…
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Facts about: Universe expansion
The expansion of the universe is a truly fascinating phenomenon that shapes how we understand the cosmos. Unlike the common misconception that the universe is expanding “into” something, the truth is that space itself is growing. This means that there is no central “edge” where the universe is expanding into; rather, every point in the…