Jeanet Maduro de Polanco

There are many reasons that people love to travel. Some people make it a social occasion, having friends and family be the focus of their trip. This is especially true when people move away and haven’t seen loved ones in a while. Many families hold annual reunions in various locations to get together while exploring new sights. Students looking to expand their horizons before committing academically to a school might choose to take a gap year or longer to find themselves. Some people travel s...

A lot of lessons have been learned from dealing with the COVID crisis, both on the local and global levels. One question on everyone’s mind is how will the next global situation be handled? From an ethical standpoint, it’s a reasonable concern.
One of the mass failings regarding the COVID virus was a choice not to share information. There were many reasons for this, and several parties are guilty of withholding valuable insight at one time or another. Ethically, it is possible that The Powers...

It is very easy to be intimidated by the subject of Philosophy. The world of academia is already a very exclusionary club, and Philosophy as a subject tends to attract the elitist of the elite. That being said, if someone wants to explore this fascinating subject on their own, either as a career or just as a passing interest, there are plenty of generous authors waiting with welcome arms to ease them into the process.

The Unbearable Lightness of Being is a novel by Milan Kundera. The premise ...

Maturity is all about learning from mistakes, not repeating them. Unfortunately, the further back in history an event occurs, the less we remember our actions’ consequences. Regardless of all of the horrors of war and destruction, history repeats itself when people forget about history. This is true on a personal scale as well as global. Historians often talk about history’s cyclical nature and how it flows through four generations before similar events begin occurring. In a similar vein, the...

When people talk about the dawn of Western civilization, they describe the development of a society that traveled westward from Ancient Greece, bringing with it a blend of European cultural ideas and philosophies. Philosophy emerged around this time, as early as the 5th century BC. Philosophy is a Greek word meaning love of wisdom. Over time, philosophical questions became so diverse that different schools needed to be formed to satisfy everyone seeking answers. These became the separate scho...

Italy is rightfully known as the land of diversity. There is quite literally something for everyone. Its stunning architecture is equally as pleasing as the untouched natural landscape. Its unrivaled history encompasses religion, art, food, wine, romance, and culture.

Historical ruins are one of Italy’s major attractions because it’s a chance to witness history up-close and in person. Some of the must-see Roman ruins you should visit while in Italy include the Colosseum, Pantheon, and the For...

The basis of Philosophy is to question everything. The word literally means a love of wisdom. People who study this subject do so because they are instinctively fascinated with knowledge about the universe, themselves, and their role in their connection to the universe. The discipline of Philosophy welcomes all questions, no matter how abstract or generalized. Questions about our very existence carry as much weight as questions about morality and why some of us reason differently and learn la...

No matter how you celebrate, Christmas is a time of bringing family together, celebrating the joys of the season, and honoring traditions. Some traditions are religious and sacred while others are more cultural in nature. For Christians, Christmas marks the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. He was believed to be the incarnation of God and a popular spiritual leader for his time and his teachings formed the basis of Christianity itself. The Christmas of today is also a commercial ...

The celebration of Halloween has long been associated with traditions and rituals. This fun-filled, candy-centric night actually goes by many names around the world. Some people know it as Hallowe’en, which is a contraction of the words Hallows and evening. Some prefer to call it All Saints’ Eve or All Hallows’ Eve. Some religions don’t recognize it at all, and some people prefer to honor its origins, paying tribute to all the dearly departed.

The origin of what we now know to be Halloween st...

When people think of philosophers, the ancient wise scholars of Plato and Aristotle may come to mind. It’s very unusual for someone to think about a modern-day person studying this field, much less being a major influencer. However, there are still people out there who enjoy studying the fundamental nature of reality, knowledge, and existence at an academic level. Just like there are more inventions to be invented, there are always going to be fresh viewpoints and ideas waiting to be shared.

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In addition to being a source of comfort and protection, clothing is also an expression of who we are. Fashion has always been seen as a symbol that goes beyond merely a sensible means of attire, ever since the beginning of recorded time.
Dating back to 3,000 B.C., Ancient Egyptians and Greeks wore different attire to showcase their uniqueness. Egyptians gravitated towards short kilts and long, fitted dresses that were made from lightweight cotton. The Greeks, however, wore long, thick, woole...

Philosophy is defined as the study of general and fundamental questions surrounding human existence. This seemingly basic idea encapsulates complex ideologies such as knowledge, reason, values, and language. It is a very abstract discipline that examines our relationship with the world, the universe, and society, and it is often studied in question format. It is a deeper search for meaning, beyond just ourselves. Throughout history, numerous philosophers have made us think in ways previously ...