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    the superior music app

  • users' current mood

    missing a friend.

  • tecumseh

    tecumseh, a powerful shawnee i chief, made a strong alliance of the tribes along the western american frontier in what is now michigan and indiana. in november 1811. the governor of the indiana territory, william henry harrison, launched an attack on warriors led by tecumseh's brother. the fierce battle of tippecanoe was a draw. however, it was discovered that some of tecumseh's warriors had used british weapons, adding to the demand for war. after war was declared, general harrison led a force into canada, where he defeated the british and indians at the battle of the thames. tecumseh was killed there. without his leadership, his confederacy quickly collapsed.

  • hulu

    a platform where a gazillion series and movies can be found. of course not available out of the usa.

  • fwiw

    for what it's worth.

  • standard oil

    was the first american monopoly, founded by john d. rockefeller.

  • love

    trying to be the best version of yourself.

  • catalhoyuk

  • keith sapsford

    a 14 year old australian boy who wanted to explore the world, so he snuck to a plane wheel well, it opened in mid-air and the boy fell out. the photographer was just testing his new lenses and was shocked after developing those images.
    wheel-well stowaway

  • game theory

    game theory is a branch of economics and mathematics that studies strategic decision-making. it is based on the idea that people and organizations often make decisions by considering how their actions will affect the actions of others.

    in game theory, a "game" is a situation in which two or more individuals or groups (called "players") make decisions that simultaneously affect each other's outcomes. these decisions are often modeled as "strategies," and the outcomes of the game are determined by the combination of strategies chosen by the players.

    an example of a game in game theory is the "prisoner's dilemma." in this game, two suspects are arrested by the police and held in separate cells. each suspect is given the option to confess or remain silent. if both suspects remain silent, they will each receive a small punishment. if one suspect confesses and the other remains silent, the confessing suspect will go free while the silent suspect will receive a severe punishment. if both suspects confess, they will both receive a moderate punishment.

    in this game, each suspect must decide whether to confess or remain silent, without knowing what the other suspect will do. the outcome for each suspect depends on the combination of strategies chosen by both suspects. if both suspects remain silent, it is the best outcome for both of them. however, if one suspect confesses and the other remains silent, the confessing suspect will go free while the silent suspect will receive a severe punishment. therefore, each suspect has an incentive to confess, even though confessing is not the best outcome for either of them.

    this game illustrates how individuals may make decisions that are not in their own best interests when they are interacting with others and trying to anticipate the actions of their opponents. game theory is used to analyze and understand situations like these, and to make predictions about how people and organizations will behave in strategic situations.

  • petite bourgeoisie

    the term "petite bourgeoisie" refers to a social class that occupies a position between the working class and the capitalist class in a capitalist society. it is often used to describe small business owners, self-employed individuals, and professionals who are not part of the capitalist class but who have some level of economic and social power.

    the petite bourgeoisie is characterized by their ownership of small businesses, their relative independence from the capitalist class, and their intermediate social and economic position. they are often seen as being caught between the working class and the capitalist class, with economic and social interests that may not always align with either group.

    examples of the petite bourgeoisie might include small business owners such as sole proprietors, independent contractors, and freelancers. they may own their own businesses, such as a small retail shop or a consulting firm, or they may work for themselves in a trade or profession, such as a lawyer or a dentist. the petite bourgeoisie may also include professionals such as doctors, teachers, and engineers who are not directly involved in the ownership or management of a business but who have a degree of economic and social independence.

    overall, the petite bourgeoisie is a diverse and varied group, and their social and economic position may change over time depending on the success of their businesses and their ability to adapt to changing economic conditions.

  • john stuart mill

    john stuart mill, a 19th century philosopher and political economist, is best known for his work on the concept of liberty, particularly freedom of speech. in his essay on liberty, mill argues that individuals should be free to express their ideas and opinions without fear of censorship or punishment, as long as their speech does not harm others.

    according to mill, the primary reason for protecting freedom of speech is that it allows for the exchange of ideas and the free flow of information. this, in turn, allows people to form their own opinions and make informed decisions. without the ability to freely express and explore different viewpoints, individuals would be unable to challenge and question the status quo, leading to a stagnant and intellectually stagnant society.

    mill also believed that freedom of speech serves as a safeguard against the abuse of power. when people are able to openly criticize and express their opinions about those in positions of power, it helps to hold those individuals accountable and prevent them from becoming tyrannical.

    however, mill recognized that there are limits to freedom of speech. he argued that the harm principle should be applied to speech, meaning that speech should not be restricted unless it causes harm to others. for example, speech that incites violence or causes direct harm to an individual's reputation should be restricted.

    overall, mill's belief in the importance of freedom of speech has had a significant impact on modern ideas about individual liberty and the role of government in regulating speech. his ideas continue to be debated and discussed by philosophers and policymakers today.

  • edward bernays

    edward bernays was an american pioneer in the field of public relations and propaganda. he is considered the "father of public relations" and is known for his use of psychological and sociological techniques to influence the thoughts and actions of the public.

    some of the concepts and impacts of edward bernays include:

    the engineering of consent: bernays believed that by understanding the psychological and sociological factors that influence human behavior, it is possible to "engineer consent" among the public. he argued that by using techniques such as emotional appeals and creating a sense of social pressure, it is possible to shape public opinion and influence decision-making.

    public relations as a tool for social control: bernays' work has been criticized for its focus on manipulating the public for the benefit of powerful interests, rather than providing honest and accurate information. some critics argue that his methods have been used to promote the interests of corporations and governments at the expense of the public good.

    propaganda and manipulation: bernays' work on public relations and propaganda has been influential in shaping the modern understanding of these concepts. he believed that by using techniques such as emotional appeals and creating a sense of social pressure, it is possible to shape public opinion and influence decision-making.

    consumerism: bernays is also known for his work in promoting consumerism. he believed that by encouraging people to buy more goods, it would lead to a better society. he helped to create the idea of "planned obsolescence" in which products are designed to have a limited lifespan so that they would have to be replaced more often.

    in summary, edward bernays was a pioneer in the field of public relations and propaganda, who believed that by understanding the psychological and sociological factors that influence human behavior, it is possible to "engineer consent" among the public. his work has been influential in shaping the modern understanding of concepts such as public relations, propaganda, manipulation and consumerism, but also has been criticized for its focus on manipulating the public for the benefit of powerful interests, rather than providing honest and accurate information.

  • mark zuckerberg

    - he was born on may 14, 1984, in white plains, new york.
    - he is the co-founder and ceo of facebook.
    - he is the youngest self-made billionaire in history.
    - he has a net worth of over $115 billion.
    - he is fluent in mandarin.
    - he is a registered organ donor.
    - he has been married to priscilla chan since 2012. they have two daughters.
    - he is a strong advocate for privacy and free speech.
    - he has been criticized for his handling of user data and privacy issues.
    - he is a controversial figure, but he is also one of the most influential people in the world.
    - he dropped out of harvard university to focus on facebook.
    - he was sued by the winklevoss twins, who claimed that he stole their idea for facebook. the case was settled out of court.
    - he has been called the "most powerful man in the world" by some media outlets.
    - he has been criticized for his work ethic and his lack of social skills.
    - he has been praised for his commitment to philanthropy and his efforts to make the world a better place.

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    men fall in love with what they see, and women fall in love with what they hear. that's why men lie and women wear makeup.