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Young People on Smartphones Yun Sheng practices a form of culturatl cartography when writing for the London Review of Books : mapping the fault lines between aspiration and exhaustion, connection and isolation. The recent column, “Short Cuts: China’s Gen Z”  (LRB, 9 October 2025), exemplifies that gift. In just a few pages, Sheng captures a generation that has never known life without the internet, that measures hope in exam scores and screen time, and that constructs communi

Writing is a powerful tool that shapes how we communicate ideas, share stories, and convey information. Among the many writing styles, two stand out for their distinct purposes and techniques: creative writing and technical writing. Understanding these types of writing styles can help you choose the right approach for your message, whether you want to entertain, inform, or instruct. Understanding Different Types of Writing Styles Writing styles vary widely depending on the go

Writing personal stories is a powerful way to connect with readers, share experiences, and express emotions. Whether you want to inspire,...

Two friends prompted this review. One posts frequently on Facebook under the heading “logical,” a tag he deploys as a shorthand method...

The Hoover Dam, an icon of American engineering, spanning the Colorado River between Nevada and Arizona. Ninety years ago, on this day,...

In a world dominated by speed, spectacle, and noise, Masashi Matsuie's The Summer House offers something radically different: stillness,...

Writing is an art and a science. It requires a blend of creativity and technical skill to communicate ideas effectively. Whether you are...

Civil Protest A Review of Scott Masson’s Essay Published in Epoch Times. Scott Masson’s essay, “The Demonizing of Charlie Kirk by the...

Storytelling is not merely ornamentation—it is the lifeblood of human connection. A well-told personal story has the power to stir...

Written and posted on Facebook for them on July 27, 2019. "If you'd turn in a few steps more Along this path," the rainbow said. You'd...

After publishing my first novel, A Chesapeake Nightmare , I’ve taken time to reflect not only on the effort it required, but on how much...

In the world of storytelling, personal narratives hold a unique power. These stories connect us as humans, allowing us to share...

The Art of Crafting Narratives that Resonate In an era overwhelmed by ephemeral content, it is the stories that transcend the noise that...

Reflections on Pickover’s Mathematical Devotional and the Enduring Value of Algebra and Geometry Bernard le Bovier de Fontenelle The July...

Anna Fedorova 1. Morning Intentions and the Creative Block As a resolute soccer fan, I am guilty of spending far too much time watching...

I spent nine of my formative years living in Europe, albeit not continuously. The first three years, between 1949 and 1952, living with...

Proposed changes to the safety net, such as adding work requirements and tightening eligibility, are causing controversy and fear of...

Tax Rate vs. Tax Treaty--visualizing the framework around the current 'meh' tax bill The Wall Street Journal  editorial board’s recent...

In his incisive essay, “Tariffs in American History” (1), historian John Steele Gordon provides a sweeping survey of the role tariffs...

What supports the mortarboards? The British sit-com Big Boys  is, on the surface, a clever office comedy. But beneath the laughter lies...