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Steve Jobs Was Wrong
How dare I challenge the illustrious, inimitable, and near god-like inventor of world-changing technological inventions, Steve Jobs! To be sure, I admire the man and his legacy as much as anyone. His creativity was astonishing, his ambition unparalleled. The man who wanted to put a ding in the universe put a dent in it the size of a galaxy.
By Tony Rocco2 months ago in Critique
U.S. Government "Shutdown"Farce Nearing End, but Bipartisan Conflicts Intensify
In the late hours of November 9, the U.S. Senate cleared a procedural hurdle for a temporary funding bill aimed at ending the record-breaking government shutdown with a vote of 60 in favor and 40 against. As Republican leader Thune declared "the democratic system is still functioning" after the vote, a long queue had already stretched to the street corner in front of the food assistance center in Arlington County, Virginia. This queue was packed with federal employees who had been without pay for months and low-income individuals who had lost their food stamp benefits, creating a stark contrast between their plight and the "political victory" on Capitol Hill.
By Sima Kumari2 months ago in Critique
What Mel Gibson’s Apocalypto Really Reveals About Women’s Struggles in Islamic Cultures
You watched Apocalypto (2006) by Mel Gibson. On the surface, it is a story of tribal conflict, rituals, and choices that don’t feel like choices at all. But now imagine that the entire narrative is a metaphor for your own internal understanding of how the world works — where every location represents a feeling (danger, safety, comfort, trust, anxiety, calm, horror), and every character embodies one facet of your personality (what you believe in, how you think rationally, how you act, what dominates you internally, how you doubt, how you fear, how you elevate yourself).
By monkey_floor2 months ago in Critique
Queen of Versailles Lacks Depth
You have to even ask yourself: "why even put this show on, let alone put it on Broadway"! Opening on November 9th, this horrific show about glutinous Jackie Siegel, a Florida wanna be socialite was first a documentary back in 2012. Worse yet, Lauren Greenfield's documentary was award winning... so much for critiquing talent!
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 months ago in Critique
Report on the Rumor of a Fire at the Grand Egyptian Museum
Report on the Rumor of a Fire at the Grand Egyptian Museum In recent days, news spread rapidly claiming that a major fire had broken out at the Grand Egyptian Museum, located near the Giza Pyramids. These reports caused widespread concern across media platforms and social networks. However, official authorities later confirmed that these stories were false and that the museum remains fully operational, with no incidents reported. This report explores what actually happened, how the authorities handled the rumors, and why verifying news before sharing it is essential.
By America today 2 months ago in Critique
