In his essay “Fundamental Fantasy and the Split of Law,” Slavoj Žižek offers a critique of Jacques Lacan’s thesis that the function of law is to mask the fundamental impossibility of human relationships. Žižek’s argument is twofold: first, that Lacan’s thesis underestimates the role played by fantasy in constituting our social reality; and second, that … Read more
Abū Yūsuf Yaʻqūb ibn ʼIsḥāq aṣ-Ṣabbāḥ al-Kindī was an Arab Muslim philosopher, polymath, mathematician, physician and music theorist. Al-Kindi was the first of the Islamic peripatetic philosophers, and is hailed as the “father of Arab philosophy”. Al-Kindi was born in Kufa and educated in Baghdad. He later traveled to Egypt and Syria, and eventually settled … Read more
Heuristics are simple, efficient rules that humans use to make decisions in uncertain situations. We often think of heuristics as mental shortcuts that lead to quick, but sometimes inaccurate judgments. While this is true to some extent, heuristics can also be incredibly useful in helping us make robust decisions with limited information. In this blog … Read more
According to the Mayo Clinic, “An estimated 75 percent of Americans have foot pain at some point in their lives. Your feet are complex, containing 26 bones and more than 30 joints in each foot. All these bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments work together to enable you to walk, run and jump.” When any of … Read more
In 2017, 94-year-old John B. Goodenough made headlines with his invention of a solid battery that could be charged and discharged hundreds of times without degradation. The new battery was not only more stable and less flammable than today’s lithium-ion batteries, but it was also cheaper to produce. With the cost of electric vehicles (EVs) … Read more
The global market for batteries is expected to reach $120 billion by 2025, according to a report by MarketsandMarkets. This increase is being driven by the growing demand for portable electronics, electric vehicles, and renewable energy storage. With the battery industry expected to grow so rapidly in the coming years, now is the perfect time … Read more
Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in our skin that keeps it moisturized and supple. As we age, our skin produces less hyaluronic acid, which can lead to wrinkles and dryness. Hyaluronic acid supplements are designed to replenish the loss of this important substance, but are they safe? Let’s take a closer look Are … Read more
David Sinclair is a biologist at Harvard Medical School who believes that ageing can be reversed. He has argued that the causes of ageing are known and that it should be possible to treat them. Sinclair’s critics argue that his ideas are not supported by evidence and that they are not practical. However, his work … Read more
Usually, shows aren’t very educational. But sometimes they are. Below is a list of some great shows that could teach men a thing or two about a thing or two. Plus they’re fun. The Sopranos – Hilarious, entertaining, snide, wise, sarcastic, honest examination of life. Themes: hypocrisy, courage, violence, loyalty, truth, good vs evil, naivety, … Read more
If you’re looking for a house to buy, or you want to hire an employee, when should you stop searching? The rational answer would be to consider all options available, and then, by going through all the data, to choose the option that is superior to all the other options. But if the decision must … Read more