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Carcharodon, the great white man-eating shark, the terrifying villain of the blockbuster Jaws, and the sweet sugar stored in the sugar bowl on your table — what do they have in common?
Modern individuals increasingly prioritize conformity over standing up for their ideas and opinions. As a result, fewer people are willing to challenge groupthink. Consequently, there are fewer great leaders, rebels, and geniuses in science and culture — those willing to risk social approval and reputation to prove the validity of their discoveries
What is erotica? Erotica is the artistic depiction of human sensual experiences in art. It is often confused with pornography. The latter is indecent, not because it shows indecency but because it shows everything as it is. This is what distinguishes it from erotica, which plays with our imagination
How can you stop aging? It turns out that a plant-based diet can not only improve your well-being but also impact your genetic code! Research shows that a vegan diet can indeed slow down aging processes through changes at the DNA level, but there are also hidden pitfalls…
Illya Repin, a prominent Ukrainian artist with Cossack roots, created immortal masterpieces that have not only entered the history of world art but also left an indelible mark on the art world. Repin’s life was a journey of painting deeply emotional works that vividly depicted historical events and the life of the Ukrainian people. As his strength waned, he humbly sought forgiveness for his lack of fluency in the language, expressing profound regret that he could not be closer to the «sweet and joyful Ukraine…»
A study published in the journal Nature revealed a troubling «cannibalistic phenomenon»: when AIs are trained on data generated by other AIs, they begin to devour their kind literally. As a result, instead of providing accurate information, the models start generating absurd content — such as articles about church towers filled with colorful rabbits
At the end of 1968, Alain Delon became embroiled in a grim criminal case involving the mysterious murder of his Serbian bodyguard, who allegedly blamed the actor in a farewell letter, claiming Delon had ordered the hit. General Charles de Gaulle himself appeared at the trial. The judge could not ignore this and gave the President of France the floor. De Gaulle stood up and said: «I have nothing to say except one thing — France has only one Alain Delo». Judging by the way the press responded to the death of the great actor, one might conclude that the general was slightly mistaken: there is only one Alain Delon, not just for France, but for the entire world. He is a whole world
Our literary preferences are far from random! The same factor that determines your nose shape and eye color — genes — also influences your passion for Shakespeare’s plays, love for Harry Potter, or interest in Sherlock Holmes’s deductions. But how does this happen?
The eccentric antics of Danish King Christian VII shocked all of Europe. But the true drama unfolded around his physician, Johann Friedrich Struensee – a man who briefly became the de facto ruler of Denmark. His rapid reforms and affair with the queen led to a tragic end known to only a few…
How can one maintain emotional stability during wartime while continuing to grow a business? How is artificial intelligence shaping the future of education? What connects Yuval Noah Harari, Philip Kotler, and Ukrainian initiatives? Iryna Tykhomyrova, President of the MIM Business School, reveals the secrets behind projects that are shaping a new educational reality in Ukraine.
Philosopher Serhii Forkosh delves into the profound aspects of acting and the process of creating a stage character. The author explores how an actor’s encounter with the character they are to portray becomes a powerful catalyst for transformation and self-discovery, inspiring them to delve deeper into their roles.
Humans and animals have been exchanging viruses for millennia, with these viruses mutating within their bodies and unleashing devastating epidemics on the world. This process cannot be stopped, but it can be studied, and significant efforts are being made to control it. This is precisely what scientists are currently trying to do, offering hope for the future.
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«You don’t have to burn books to destroy a culture. Just get people to stop reading them…»
In 1892, the German physician Max von Pettenkofer convinced that cholera was caused by miasmas emitted by filth and household waste rather than microbes, decided to prove his point radically — he drank a culture of cholera vibrio in front of his colleagues, fully confident that he would not fall ill and thereby disprove Koch’s theory…
«…on his way from Kyiv, he saw scenes of immense human suffering, and a melody was born within him. Valentin wanted to play it. It was pure improvisation; no one expected it. The entire hall anticipated tragic music of sorrow and grief. But Valentin sat at the piano and played a melody of incredible beauty, light, and harmony. It was a complete shock — the contrast of such otherworldly, angelic music with the horrors of war that inspired it. This is Silvestrov — paradoxical genius…»
In a world where content consumption is growing exponentially, short films have become the perfect format for a quick dive into the art of cinema. From classic pieces to modern online platforms, short films are alive and thriving, evoking primal emotions in viewers
It is time to reject the view of Nietzsche’s philosophy as a bunch of random aphorisms: his philosophy is just as completely an organized system as Schopenhauer’s, developed from one single fundamental, all-pervading thought
It was on the fiftieth anniversary of the liberation from the concentration camp. Eva went up to the podium, took a few deep breaths, and spoke to the public: «I forgive Josef Mengele and all the doctors who carried out the horrific experiments on me and my sister Miriam. I forgive them for killing my parents, taking away my family and childhood, and turning my life into hell…»
Scientists have calculated the theoretically likely number of intelligent civilizations in our galaxy that possibly have means of communication
The question of Mileva’s actual role in Einstein’s scientific discoveries remains a matter of debate among researchers. And this does not diminish her importance as a support and possible inspiration for Einstein during the period when fundamental discoveries were made
A womanizer, a self-taught theatricalist, a slacker, a man with a flair for money, a nouveau riche and a daredevil — all sorts of things were said about Singer. But he gave the world the most famous sewing machine with Sphinx and scrolls, which spread all over the world
«The Zone of Interest», which Steven Spielberg called «the second best Holocaust film, after mine», is aiming to become the fourth such trendsetter drama in history
When Milarepa, one of the greatest yogis of Tibet, was away, demons came to his cave. Initially, he tried to push them out with various techniques, but the demons would not disappear. Then Milarepa decided to change his approach
The Jesuits were well aware of the importance of social elevators. Their education provided a pass to the elite for talented people regardless of social status. Not everyone was an aristocrat. Not everyone professed Catholicism. Still, the contribution of the Jesuits to world culture can hardly be overestimated
Global warming is affecting, among other things, groundwater levels. So, what is happening to groundwater springs today? Does humanity have a sustainable water future, or are we facing a critical depletion of groundwater sources?
«I hope my recommendations will be useful to those of you who are passionate about meaningful cinematography and, even in our challenging times, find a moment to watch it. The order of films in the list does not matter», — wrote Alexander Rodnyansky, director and film producer, in his Telegram channel
A study by American scientists significantly expands our understanding of the habits and motivations behind gossip. The experiment’s results not only refute several common myths but also reveal the underlying psychological and social factors that influence this behavioral tendency
Throughout history, the boldest predictions about future technologies and events have been made in the pages of books. Huxley presents you 25 predictions – from water mattresses to the Internet, which surprise with their accuracy
La Rochefoucauld requires no special training to understand him, he seeks in the reader an openness of soul and receptivity of heart, and though his philosophy is uncomplicated and the demands of morality are as old as the world; he is interesting for his brevity and precision, his humor and paradoxes, and in his book a sublime style is appropriate
Zhanna Kryuchkova: I watched Persian Lessons in Spain. In my opinion, this is a masterpiece. I’ll start our interview with a kind of an insider tip game. Il onai au (editor’s note: «I love you»). How often have you heard this phrase lately?
Vadim Perelman: I hear this phrase quite often. Even yesterday. By the way, what do I answer? Read in a frank interview especially for Huxley
On May 3, 1898, in Kyiv, Golda Meir (1898–1978) was born — one of the most iconic political figures of the mid-20th century, whose words are quoted to this day. She was the first female prime minister of Israel and the third woman in the world to achieve such a high position
Its relations with Ukraine are getting better and may bear fruit. In the meantime, many are simply pleased that the girl, recognized by at least one poll as the sexiest in the world, was born on our land. However, who would doubt?