#cultural-observations

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Digital life
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Greetings from New Delhi, India, where performing monkeys spark delight and ambivalence

A madari with performing monkeys used to visit my Delhi neighborhood, drawing delight despite the illegal nature of the practice.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 months ago

Historian Hampton Sides' exciting account of Captain Cook's Final Voyage * Oregon ArtsWatch

Hampton Sides highlights Captain Cook's navigational skills and health management as key factors in his successful third voyage.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

AI piano analogy does not play well for me | Brief letters

Artificial intelligence's creative capabilities differ significantly from traditional musical instruments, as AI can autonomously compose without a human presence.
Relationships
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

The False Cheer of 'Single Positivity'

Today is the best time in American history to be single, yet societal pressure for partnership remains.
Single people face unique financial and social challenges despite increased celebration of singlehood.
OMG science
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

People Are Sharing The Theories They Can't Prove But Are 100% Convinced Are True

The article presents a range of unconventional theories about societal beliefs and behaviors.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
9 months ago

THE TRASH REPORT: Lots of Dongs, but Also Some Bras

This season of Love is Blind features lackluster contestants, causing frustration for viewers but memorable moments like Monica's breakup Venmo keep them engaged.
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