#philosophy

[ follow ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
OMG science

Chicken or egg? One zoologist's attempt to solve the conundrum of which came first

The chicken and egg paradox represents a classic causality dilemma that explores the concept of infinity and the difficulty in sequencing actions dependent on each other. [ more ]
Writing
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Writing

My life is all food stains and dead pot plants no wonder I dream of beauty and good taste | Emma Beddington

The article explores how the role of beauty played a significant part in journalist Hamish Bowles's recovery from a severe stroke. [ more ]
time.com
4 days ago
Writing

Boredom Makes Us Human

Recognizing and understanding feelings of ennui and despair can be challenging, even if life seems outwardly successful and fulfilling. [ more ]
The Paris Review
4 weeks ago
Writing

In Warsaw - The Paris Review

The short story 'The Beautiful Salmon' explores the complexities of dinner parties, sharing unique insights and reflections on such occasions. [ more ]
Brooklyn Magazine
1 month ago
Writing

Maria Popova's vivid life in the margins - Brooklyn Magazine

Maria Popova's website, The Marginalian, explores various disciplines like literature, science, and philosophy.
The Marginalian serves as a personal project for Popova but has garnered a universal appeal with millions of readers worldwide. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Writing

The Critics' Picks: A Year in Reading

Political memoirs often try to persuade readers to believe what the author wants, but some books offer a different approach.
Sarah Bakewell's 'Humanly Possible' explores humanist thought and the limitations of humanists, while incorporating funny stories and anecdotes. [ more ]
moreWriting
www.scientificamerican.com
4 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

What Philosopher Ibn Sina Can Teach Us about AI

Chatbot interaction blurs lines between AI and humans, sparking debate on personhood and consciousness [ more ]
Harvard Business Review
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Why Engineers Should Study Philosophy

Having a strong mental model and understanding the why is crucial in AI age, as coding might lack functional correctness. [ more ]
DevOps.com
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

DevOps: What's the End Goal? - DevOps.com

DevOps overarching goal is automation with the potential for AI to write, build, test, and deploy code efficiently.
The challenge lies in maintaining a balance between automation and the need for human involvement in coding for AI to adapt to new problems. [ more ]
BikeMag
1 month ago
Bicycling

BMX Rider Defies Logic With Staircase Descent

BMX riders prioritize functionality over aesthetics, with a focus on performance rather than appearance. [ more ]
BBC Sport
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Athletic beat Mallorca on penalties to win Copa del Rey

Athletic Bilbao won their 24th Copa del Rey title, ending a 40-year wait for silverware.
Athletic maintained their unique philosophy of fielding players of Basque origin and clinched victory in a dramatic penalty shootout. [ more ]
Open Culture
1 month ago
Web design

Goethe's Theory of Colors: The 1810 Treatise That Inspired Kandinsky & Early Abstract Painting

Goethe disputed Newton's view of colors and formulated a psychological account of color experience.
Goethe's book on color challenged conventional beliefs and laid groundwork for a future theory of color. [ more ]
VG247
1 month ago
Video games

Sand Land: A perfect epitaph to Akira Toryiama, I wish I had a game like this when I was growing up - final preview

Sand Land RPG is a fitting tribute to Akira Toriyama's legacy.
The game combines elements of innocence, humor, and deep philosophical reflections. [ more ]
Steelers Depot
1 month ago
Pittsburgh Steelers

Philosophy And Values: Mike Tomlin On Why He Hired Arthur Smith

Steelers make rare outside coordinator hire with Arthur Smith
Arthur Smith's offensive philosophy aligned with Steelers' values [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
France politics

We have the power to end Christian nationalism's hold on the United States. Just ask France.

The American Revolution and Enlightenment inspired revolutions worldwide.
Enlightenment promoted reason, individualism, and freedom. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Philosopher Frederic Lenoir: Porn creates fear of sexual relations'

Desire is crucial for human existence and vitality.
Regulating desires is essential for individual and environmental well-being. [ more ]
Truthout
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Black Existentialism Brings Philosophy to Bear on Our White Supremacist World

Black history is a constantly evolving tapestry of agency, expression, suffering, resistance, and imaginative futures.
Black existentialism is a crucial philosophical approach that offers unique insights shaped by social and historical conditions. [ more ]
Discover the Best Podcasts | Discover Pods
2 months ago
Podcast

The 12 Best Examples of the Jordan Peterson Podcast's Mystique

The Jordan Peterson Podcast covers diverse topics like psychology, philosophy, and societal issues.
Jordan Peterson's podcast offers valuable insights for personal growth and understanding complex subjects. [ more ]
The Atlantic
3 months ago
Productivity

Why Productivity Makes Us So Anxious

A to-do list is a powerful productivity hack
Schopenhauer's approach to achieving great things is still relevant
Three emotions are key to getting things done [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Student, 23, jailed for murdering fiance by running him over with car in argument

Philosophy student jailed for life for murdering her fiance in a lethal game of chicken
Argument broke out after the fiance clicked with another woman at a party
Wood claimed it was a tragic accident but was found guilty of murder [ more ]
Perfectlyimperfect
3 months ago
Books

#410: Dashwood Books

Japan skincare and the preference for cetaphil
Miwa Susuda's interest in philosophy and criticism books [ more ]
WIRED
3 months ago
Books

'Children of Dune' Is a Very Philosophical Book

Children of Dune is a philosophical and intellectually rich book with numerous historical and philosophical references.
While the book excels at worldbuilding, it can be overly obscure and lacks strong character development. [ more ]
LogRocket Blog
3 months ago
UX design

Minimalism in UI design: Form follows function forever - LogRocket Blog

Minimalism prioritizes simplicity and focuses on essentials.
Less is more: the concept of minimalism emphasizes the effectiveness of reducing unnecessary elements. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
4 months ago
Social justice

Letters: We can honor Martin Luther King Jr. by following his example

King's impact on society is connected to his philosophy of equality and rejecting bigotry
To honor King, commit to treating others with fairness and compassion [ more ]
[ Load more ]