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  • Italy’s May 1st: A Celebration of Irony and Precariousness

    Italy’s May 1st: A Celebration of Irony and Precariousness

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    May 1st is recognized globally as Labor Day, a moment to honor workers’ rights and contributions. Yet, in Italy, the annual “Festa dei Lavoratori” feels less like a real celebration. It seems more like an exercise in collective irony. Look beneath the surface, and the reality for many Italian workers is far from festive. The…

  • The Outdatedness of Human Beings… Really?

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    Philosopher and journalist Günther Anders wrote this in 1956. 1956! We will face spirits with what is futile and playful.  It is good, in chatter and incessant music, to prevent the spirit from thinking. So, my take is that constant exposure to trivial entertainment and distractions could prevent my children from developing critical thinking skills.…

  • Stumbling on Bugs (1)

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    Went on to play some Microsoft Games from their Rewards website today, as part of the daily task of adding 10 points to the Rewards loyalty program. Their “Bejeweled” web version looks a little rough around the edge: