Tag Archives: Aesthetics
Let’s See What’s in the News Today (Apr. 20, 2015)
Aesthetics Every noise ever! Economics The Ontology of Money Education Studies show that to retain what you just studied, go to the gym right after studying. Alice Dreger sat in her son’s sex-ed class in high school. This is what … Continue reading
Let’s See What’s in the News Today (March 16, 2015)
Aesthetics Terminally ill patients went to Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam as their dying wish. Climate Global warming may result in a 50% increase of lightening strikes in the US in upcoming years. Culture If you googled “how much does a _____ cost?” … Continue reading
Impression, Attraction, and Imprints
Justin Bartels has a unique gallery showcasing what women have to go through to attract. The results are imprints on their skin from their binding apparel they have to wear. Here are some examples below: check out the rest.
Wonder and Knowledge
People often seek knowledge because of the wonder behind it. But as soon as we obtain the knowledge, does the wonder go away? Lorraine Daston has a fascinating article about wonder, knowledge, science, and inquiry: Therein lies the paradox of … Continue reading
Can one Know that Something is Beautiful, but not Experience it?
Suppose someone approached you and said, “X is beautiful, but it’s a shame that I can’t experience it.” Would that make sense to you? When it comes to beauty, there are two types: sensual and intellectual. I’ll start with the … Continue reading
Let’s See What’s in the News Today: 01/15/2012
Aesthetics Photography in the style of ancient Chinese art. A guide on buying a camera. Books An interactive account of Dante’s Divine Comedy. Culture Humans in big gatherings Economics Facts about Gold. A visualization of the economic inequality in America. … Continue reading
Argument about Violent Rhetoric Leading to Violent Action
All forms of violent rhetoric leads to or causes violent actions. All violent actions are wrong and they should be prevented. Violent political rhetoric (e.g. putting crosshairs on a map) lead to the assassination attempt in Arizona. Violent music (e.g. … Continue reading