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How Nikola Jokić Makes NBA History on Christmas Day
Christmas Day in the NBA is supposed to be special. It’s when the league puts its brightest stars under the biggest lights, when legacies are burnished and memories are wrapped like gifts for fans around the world. But every once in a while, a player doesn’t just play the game — he redefines what greatness looks like.
By Omasanjuwa Ogharandukun20 days ago in Journal
The End of the “Upgrade Year”: Why Smartphones Are Losing Their Annual Magic
For more than a decade, the smartphone world ran on a simple rhythm: one year, one upgrade. Every fall brought a new keynote, new promises, and the subtle pressure to trade in a perfectly functional device for something marginally faster, thinner, or shinier. Annual upgrades weren’t just encouraged — they were expected. Owning last year’s phone felt like falling behind.
By Shahjahan Kabir Khan20 days ago in Journal
America’s Immigration Turning Point
A Moment That Changes Everything Moments like this are rare, but when they arrive, they reshape lives in lasting ways. The United States has just passed one of the most significant immigration reforms in modern history, and its effects are already echoing through immigrant communities nationwide. Whether you’ve lived in America for decades, arrived recently, or are still waiting for loved ones to join you, this is not a moment to scroll past.
By Shahjahan Kabir Khan20 days ago in Journal
Grocery Stores Open on Christmas Day
Introduction Christmas Day is traditionally a time for family, feasting, and rest — and for most retailers, that means closed doors. But emergencies happen. Maybe you forgot an ingredient, your pet food ran out, or an unexpected guest shows up. So, are any grocery stores open on Christmas Day?
By KAMRAN AHMAD21 days ago in Journal
Understanding the Circadian Rhythm and Why Light Controls It
For a long time, I thought of sleep, energy, and mood as separate things. Sleep depended on habits. Energy depended on caffeine. Mood depended on circumstances. Light helped me see what I was doing. I never considered that the light around me might be influencing all of these at once.
By illumipure21 days ago in Journal
December 25: The Date That Changed the World
Every year, as December arrives, the world seems to move to a single rhythm. Streets glow with lights, stores overflow with decorations, and familiar songs echo everywhere—from shopping malls to phone notifications. More than two billion people across 160 countries mark December 25 as Christmas. In the United States alone, spending around this festival crosses an astonishing $1.3 trillion, a figure larger than the entire GDP of some nations.
By Shahjahan Kabir Khan22 days ago in Journal
Why Smart Buildings Need Real-Time Air Quality Monitoring
For a long time, I thought of air quality as something fixed. A room either had good air or bad air. If it felt stuffy, you opened a window. If people complained, someone adjusted the ventilation. The idea that air could change moment by moment was not something I ever considered.
By illumipure22 days ago in Journal
The Next OLED Leap Is Quiet—but Powerful
Most of us don’t think about how our TV actually works—until something feels off. The screen struggles in daylight. HDR doesn’t pop the way it should. Or a quiet worry creeps in about how well that beautiful OLED panel will age over time.
By Shahjahan Kabir Khan22 days ago in Journal
Richard Linklater
Introduction When discussing directors who changed the language of modern cinema, Richard Linklater stands as one of the most influential filmmakers of his generation. Known for deeply human storytelling, natural dialogue, and bold experiments with time, Linklater’s movies have left a lasting mark on independent and mainstream cinema alike.
By KAMRAN AHMAD23 days ago in Journal
Forget the Galaxy Z TriFold: Samsung’s “Wide Fold” Could Be Its Smartest Move Yet
For months, rumors regarding Samsung's upcoming foldable device have been spreading among tech circles. Galaxy Z TriFold is precisely the kind of eye-catching innovation Samsung consumers expect; the name evokes cutting-edge technology and excitement. It offers a more amazing experience thanks to three screens and additional hinges.
By Shahjahan Kabir Khan23 days ago in Journal
