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How America became a superpower
The modern United States stands as the most powerful nation in history. With over 800 military bases and 37% of global military spending, the U.S. has become the leader of a vast global system that has facilitated an era of unprecedented prosperity and relatively low conflict. To understand America’s current role in the world, we must look back to its early years, when it wasn’t a global power at all.
By Oluwadamilola Agathaabout a year ago in History
How to make learning as addictive as social media
I’m from Guatemala, and here’s a public service announcement: that’s where Guatemala is. And just to clarify, that’s not where prisoners are kept—that’s called Guantanamo. They’re not the same place. Guatemala is located just below Mexico, and for the Americans in the audience, let me put this in perspective for you—it really applies in many ways: you can think of Guatemala as Mexico’s Mexico. Just like the U.S. doesn’t want illegal immigration from Mexico, Mexico doesn’t want illegal immigration from Guatemala. It’s a smaller, poorer country. But, I’ll tell you this—it has much better Mexican food.
By Oluwadamilola Agathaabout a year ago in Education
Top 10 emerging technologies of 2024 (According to science)
The upcoming technologies are set to make the current ones seem like child’s play. Science is pushing the limits of what’s possible, tackling humanity’s most pressing challenges. From the AI revolutionizing scientific discovery to breakthroughs in organ transplantation, these innovations hold the promise of reshaping our lives. Let’s explore the top 10 technologies that could define our future, uncovering their potential and the ethical dilemmas they present.
By Oluwadamilola Agathaabout a year ago in Earth
Hidden meaning of symbols you see every da
Symbols—man, they’re everywhere. Road signs, logos, phones—you name it. Have you ever wondered where all these universal symbols come from? Let’s dive into the mystery behind some of the most familiar signs, from the Bluetooth logo to the heart emoji.
By Oluwadamilola Agathaabout a year ago in Art
What if we discovered earth 2.0?
Could there be a better planet than Earth for us? Scientists are on the hunt for a “super habitable” world—one that wouldn’t just rival Earth but be even more conducive to life. They’re searching for exoplanets. But how would we find Earth 2.0? What makes an exoplanet habitable, and how long would it take to get there? This is What If, and here’s what would happen if we discovered Earth 2.0.
By Oluwadamilola Agathaabout a year ago in Earth
How scientists cracked the secret to making diamonds
Hey, smart people, This story delves into the centuries-long pursuit by scientists to understand one of the most mysterious substances in the universe: diamonds. These minerals are so tough that only another diamond can scratch them.
By Oluwadamilola Agathaabout a year ago in Education
Last minute decisions that changed history
Did You Know? 11th Hour Decisions That Changed History Did you know that some last-minute decisions have drastically altered the course of history? From a personnel change that led to over 1,500 deaths to a single wrong turn that sparked one of the deadliest wars in history, join me as we explore some of the most significant last-minute choices that reshaped the world.
By Oluwadamilola Agathaabout a year ago in History
How to learn programming for beginners . AI-Generated.
I’m going to show you how to learn programming for free. Before we begin, there are a few things you should know. First, you don’t need any prior experience or knowledge to start learning programming. You can be a complete beginner with no understanding of code or computers—it doesn’t matter. You can learn easily and for free.
By Oluwadamilola Agathaabout a year ago in Education
How to Remember Everything You Read
In this video, I’ll introduce a system to help you remember everything you read, study, or learn. I’ve been using this system for the past seven years, applying it to everything from studying disease pathophysiology in medical school to reading research articles, learning science, and exploring productivity and business books. This approach works so well because it divides the reading process into two distinct stages: "consumption" and "digestion".
By Oluwadamilola Agathaabout a year ago in Education