You Can’t Unsubscribe From Grief For Cai Replying All on the Death Announcement Email On New Year’s Day, I got an email from an old writer friend announcing plans to end her life. Her life was already ending. This expedited ending-of-life had been approved by a medical professional. She was electing to die with dignity. Her death was scheduled for the following day. Like a hair appointment or a visit to the dentist. It wasn’t an email directly to me. I subscribe to her newsletter. Farewell, the subject line read. That was her voice. Grand and direct. There was no…
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Well-balanced partnerships of equal and mutual commitment among two parties, exchange positions of control with a seesaw’s regularity. One lifts as one descends, the other plops foreseeably downward, the process is repeated. To watch this tradeoff is like being a parent yawning at the playground perimeter. How much more eye-catching, variable, and turbulent is a three-way exchange, in which allegiances and arrangements of power fluctuate dynamically—and not in a predictable pattern of ascent-descent, but kaleidoscopically, in all directions. Today, someone is the favored beloved, tomorrow the other is elected. Readers’ fixation on these rotating tensions speak to our deepest fears of…
Monument carving: the laboratory Sphinx in the current of a water tunnel. The object is coated with clay and fluorescein dye, and the photograph captures the “streak volume†or 3D region of flow that has at some time entered the boundary layer and eroded the surface. (Courtesy: Samuel Boury et al./APS 2023) Much of the body of Egypt’s Great Sphinx could have been created by the natural erosion of a rock formation, according to researchers at New York University. The team used clay models to show that when outcrops of inhomogeneous rock are weathered by airborne sand, they can begin…
Among the exceptional writing brought to us in 2023, poetry has seen a renewed and necessary visibility. Whether you’ve listened to the soaring rallying cry from the picket line, or the way these collections have been a voice for the voiceless, one thing is clear: this has been a year of fierce and fearless poetry, existing on the frontlines of heightened social and political turmoil. Quite simply, the poets of today have shown up, and shown out, and we may never be the same. The Top 4 Poetry Collections of The Year: Judas Goat by Gabrielle Bates Gabrielle Bates’s dazzling…
A woman turns into a forest. So begins Maru Ayase’s novel, The Forest Brims Over, translated into English by Haydn Trowell. Rui Nowatari is an (in)famous muse for her husband’s romance novels; one day, she swallows a handful of seeds and germinates. What follows is a layered exploration of what it means to create, and the gendered labor that goes into sustaining artistic creation. The Forest Brims Over is also a collection of multiple viewpoints, offering a broader look into Japan’s contemporary literary landscape. Haydn Trowell’s translation lets the vivid nature imagery shine, juxtaposed against details of urban Japanese life.…
Sun goddess: illustration of the shower of particles created by Amaterasu as it entered the atmosphere above the Telescope Array in Utah. (Courtesy: Osaka Metropolitan University/L-INSIGHT, Kyoto University/Ryuunosuke Takeshige) A cosmic-ray particle with an energy about 36 million times greater than the particles accelerated by CERN’s Large Hadron Collider has been detected. At 244 EeV, this is one of the most energetic particles ever observed and was spotted in 2021 by the Telescope Array in Utah. While the ultrahigh-energy cosmic ray (UHECR) was probably created by a violent astrophysical process, researchers were unable to trace it back to its origins. The…
“Michael Eddy’s Latest Single, “Small Towns,” Invites Listeners to Embrace Their Roots” Step into the world of Michael Eddy, a multi-talented artist hailing from the vibrant city of Los Angeles. This teen sensation is a true embodiment of creativity, showcasing his skills as a singer-songwriter, actor, multi-instrumentalist, and dancer. With a knack for storytelling and an electrifying stage presence, Michael Eddy draws inspiration from legendary acts like The Beatles, Marvin Gaye, Van Halen, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and more. His music is a fusion of rock, pop, and country, delivering a contemporary sound that captivates the soul. For his…
Vacation Is No Escape From Her Sorry Husband Louise Kennedy Share article Beyond Carthage by Louise Kennedy It had begun at dawn as they got off the plane, sparse plashes on the runway. By the time the coach deposited them at the Marhaba Aparthotel it was a slanted, dancing deluge. For three days they had been lying on their narrow beds, eating crisps and reading the guidebooks they should have read before the holiday was booked. From time to time they went to the balcony to examine the sky for a break in the clouds. Therese did not feel entitled…
Cool stuff: an experiment done by Samuli Autti (right) and colleagues at Lancaster University has shed new light on the mechanical properties of superfluid helium-3. (Courtesy: Mike Thompson) For the first time, a researchers has described how it would “feel†to touch a quantum superfluid. Through new experiments, Samuli Autti and colleagues at the UK’s Lancaster University concluded that an ultracold helium-3 superfluid would feel like a heat-conducting 2D surface that encloses an empty bulk. Superfluidity is a remarkable consequence of quantum mechanics that occurs at ultracold temperatures. Near absolute zero, some fluids will undergo a transition to a zero-viscosity…
As a mature student with the Open University, Dan Roach rekindles his love of practical experiment Real deal Dan Roach (right) and his lab partner Leeaaron Jones feeling like proper scientists on the first day of their summer school at the Open University in Milton Keynes. (Courtesy: Dan Roach) Bang! The Pyrex beaker is still intact but is now missing a significant quantity of its liquid content. “Oh my god, I’m so sorry!†my partner exclaims as hydrochloric acid spreads across the lab bench in front of us both. A quick check of the laboratory workbook confirms this is not…
Finally! I know we’re only up to Frasier Season 1 Episode 8, but it feels like it’s taken far too long for David to have a story. And even if it was officially “The B Story,” I’m giving it an A. Frasier fighting for a professorship after less than one semester of teaching at a prestigious university was silliness, but I suppose, given Frasier’s ego, it made some sense. Even Alan sided with him. Well, he sort of made Frasier’s point while still enjoying that he was above his famous friend, at least where the board at Harvard University was concerned.…
It’s the time of year when everyone in the US gives thanks, and we’d like to give our thanks to you. Without you, dear readers, we wouldn’t exist. To say that we are thrilled to have the opportunity to bring you coverage of the shows you enjoy is a vast understatement. It’s a privilege to be welcomed into your homes and hearts, to share our thoughts about entertainment, and even more, to engage with you as part of a community built around our combined love for the medium. This year has been particularly difficult as the industry as a whole…
Secrets coming to the surface is only half the fun on soaps. While it’s exciting to finally learn the truth, the best part is how it impacts our favorite characters. It feels pointless if the characters walk away unscathed after an explosive plot. Fortunately, Neighbours during the week of 11-20-23 didn’t make that mistake. This Thanksgiving Day, American fans can be grateful for a tense, exciting week that included fallout all over Erinsborough. Unsurprisingly, Toadie’s family struggled the most after learning what Melanie had done. Although Melanie’s in jail for the time being, that didn’t stop Nell from hoping that…
Did Sutton and Kyle find a way to mend fences? On The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 13 Episode 5, tensions mounted when the pair sat down for a discussion. Kyle was less than thrilled with her friend’s comments about her marriage. Meanwhile, a dinner party from hell threatened all of the friendships. Use the video above to watch The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills online right here via TV Fanatic. Catch up on all your favorite shows and reviews and join in the conversations with other fanatics who love TV as much as you. TV Fanatic is your…
Who dominated the three-part challenge? On Survivor Season 45 Episode 9, it was all hands on deck to make the right calls to remain in contention for the winnings. However, a last-minute switcheroo left everyone questioning whether another idol could be in play and upend the game. Elsewhere, a sudden turn of events found an alliance imploding and a surprising friendship forming. Use the video above to watch Survivor online right here via TV Fanatic. Catch up on all your favorite shows and reviews and join in the conversations with other fanatics who love TV as much as you. TV…
The final episode of Lessons In Chemistry Season 1 tied up the loose ends of Elizabeth Zott’s near future while giving us closure on the past. With some interesting twists and turns, the mystery of Calvin’s past was solved, and the roadmap for Elizabeth’s future was laid out. The stories woven throughout Lessons In Chemistry have been an exciting mix of past and present, creating the blueprint for Elizabeth’s life as we see it. In the miniseries finale, Elizabeth and Madeline finally find all the pieces to the puzzle, but the payoff isn’t as sweet as they’d expected. Understanding the…
More often than not, Dick Wolf franchises feel untouchable. Depending on how well actor negotiations have gone regarding artificial intelligence, it wouldn’t be entirely unsurprising if, 20 years from now, we still have an AI-generated rendition of Olivia Benson protecting and advocating for abuse survivors on Law Order: SVU. There’s longevity in the Dick Wolf series, whether it’s the Law & Order franchise or One Chicago. And by now, viewers have grown accustomed to a revolving door of beloved characters and actors over the years to sustain the series. But is there a breaking point to that? Will there ever…
Blue Bloods’ cancellation leaves a massive hole in the TV landscape. While we still have both halves of Blue Bloods Season 14 to look forward to, it hurts knowing these are some of our last visits with the Reagan family. While Blue Bloods was a cop drama, many fans looked forward to the Sunday dinner scene in each episode and loved the show’s family values. When this show goes off the air, that’ll be one less family drama on the schedule — and there aren’t many around anymore. At its heart, Blue Bloods was about a family that loved each…