Tucked away in the corner of Zimmerman Library, the West Wing—better known as Harry Potter Hall—offers a historic study space for students who need some quiet time. The ancient wooden furniture encourages a strict study schedule, emitting a reprimanding squeak every time you dare slouch in your chair.
Recent advances in U.S. natural gas production have led many to believe that the fuel source is heaven sent: cheap, clean and economically stimulating energy that can stop global warming and free us from dependence on foreign oil.
Artful detective Sherlock Holmes once proclaimed, “It is a capital mistake to theorize before one has data. Insensibly one begins to twist facts to suit theories, instead of theories to suit facts.”
Remember Clippy, Microsoft Word’s talking paperclip assistant? Let me guess – even after all these years you still feel an inexplicable hatred for that intrusive, know-it-all piece of metal?
Six-tenths of a second. The difference between gold and silver in Olympic Alpine Skiing is less time than Italian silver medalist Christof Innerhofer spent imagining the sweet glory of gold before it was swept out from under his skis.
Many of us learn the hard way that the best cure for a broken heart is to simply bid the outside world adieu and never leave the house again. Who needs real relationships when you can curl up with eight seasons of “How I Met Your Mother” on Netflix?
When asked about collaborating on music with other rappers, hip hop artist B.o.B. asks, “Would you rather have genetically modified (flavor)-less strawberries be as big as your head but ain’t got no flavor in it, or would you want a real piece of fruit?
Controversial evidence from neuroscience is pushing our legal system to reconsider what compels people to commit heinous crimes. The criminal justice system has historically been philosophical in nature, shaped by the prevailing values in society.
October’s blockbuster film “Gravity” is captivating audiences with a spectacular portrayal of the world beyond our atmosphere. Reminiscent of the Apollo era, America is once more infatuated by the thrill of exploring the cosmos.
As we discussed future plans over afternoon tea, an artist friend asked me why on earth I liked science so much. Science is hard and annoying, with years of effort often never even yielding results.
Solutions by The State News
