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'Auld Lang Syne' Meaning and Why It Is Sung on New Year's Eve
Auld Lang Syne is usually the last song of the old year. It is sung on New Year's Eve, just as the old year goes out, and the new year comes in. Many people sing the song. However, they have no idea what it means or its origin.
By Margaret Minnicks20 days ago in Beat
When the Veil Feels Thinner
A Modern World Shaken by an Ancient Claim In 2018, an announcement from Vatican City quietly unsettled millions. The Catholic Church revealed that reported cases of demonic possession were increasing so rapidly that there were not enough trained exorcists to handle them. The situation had grown so urgent that priests were even trained over the telephone.
By Shahjahan Kabir Khan20 days ago in Journal
Sirk Circus
When I was a kid I loved watching whatever movies showed up on the two stations we got on our television. Friday nights usually. Some of those flicks were musicals and I was in awe of their over-the-top merriment, heartfelt sorrow, beautiful costumes, elegant dancing. We only ever had a black and white TV, so I was watching these extravaganzas minus their Technicolour splendour. And still they were amazing to me.
By Marie Wilson20 days ago in Geeks
How Dr. Alexander Eastman Helped Redefine Tactical Trauma Care in Dallas
Emergency response in the U.S. had a predictable pattern for decades. Police secured the area of an incident. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) would stage their vehicles near the scene. Hospitals would then wait for EMS to bring the injured patients to them. This approach worked perfectly in theory; however, it did not work well in practice with respect to gunshots, chaotic situations, and/or active shooters.
By Dr. Alexander Eastman20 days ago in Journal
Best Laptop for Coding
Coding can be exciting until your laptop freezes, runs slow, or can’t keep up with your workflow. If you’ve ever waited for a build to compile or watched your IDE lag at the worst moment, you already know the right laptop can change everything.
By Tab Delite20 days ago in Education
January: The First Month of the Year
Basics About the First Month of the Year January derives its name from Janu, the god of beginnings and transitions in Roman mythology. Janu was said to be the protector of gates, doorways, and paths, which is fitting because many of us view January as the doorway to the new year.
By Margaret Minnicks20 days ago in FYI
Best Ways to Break Free from Procrastination for Good (Proven Strategies for Getting Things Done)
Procrastination is the thief of time, and I used to let it steal my productivity, dreams, and goals. I would put off tasks, make excuses, and always tell myself I’d get to it “tomorrow.”
By Aman Saxena20 days ago in Lifehack
Gratitude in the wake of loss
As I sit here writing this, I’m still trying to figure out where to begin. These past few days have been heavy...heavier than I expected, especially with the holidays happening around me. My heart has been carrying the weight of losing a family member, a feeling many can relate to. Even though I trust that God is taking care of them, the closeness of their passing has made me think about life in a completely different way.
By Musulyn M (MUSE)20 days ago in Families
