#postulate

The last of our genre lists brings the guitars, the energy, the aggression, but also the sweetness, as some of these albums include moments of surprising tenderness.  Their dynamic contrast highlights their emotional impact.  Catharsis is a word often used to describe post-rock, and one will encounter that here; but our list also encompasses Welsh Primitive, jazz and the blues.  As in other lists…

The 2014 poem “Headphones” by Ukrainian poet Serhiy Zhadan (1974 – ) tells of a quiet and disengaged man, Sasha, who wanders the bombed-out remains of a Ukrainian city in the Donbas war zone.

Surprised when the shelling started, he turned on the news, then quit watching. He roams the city, never removing his headphones, listening to “golden oldies”, he runs into burnt out cars, and dismembered bodies.

Student presenting mathematics topic

The main character of the Journey to the West, Son Goku, was so proud of his power that he went on a rampage in the heavens. Buddha makes a bet whether he can go to the end of the world. He takes the bet, flies clouds, reaches the place where five pillars stand, writes "I'm here" on the pillars, urinates, and returns. However, when he came back, Buddha said, "What you think is the end of the world is nothing more than what is on the palm of your hand." Smelly urine is dripping. Buddha's palm fell over him, and Son Goku fell under the mountain.

Well, this anecdote is also interesting as a topic of "Euclidean geometry" and "non-Euclidean geometry" in mathematics. Euclid's ``Theory: Stoikeia'', a compilation of Greek mathematics, caused a great deal of controversy in later generations. There is only one."

A "postulate" is a truth that can be accepted as correct without proof, but this postulate of parallel lines is more complicated than other postulates. Is it?”, and there were many people who worked hard to prove it. However, the effort was not rewarded, and some people even doubted the parallel postulate. As a result, instead of denying Euclidean geometry, another system of geometry without contradiction was established. These are called "non-Euclidean geometries".

Make the distance between the inner point (which sets up a circle) and the circumference infinite.

Oliver Byrne - The First Six Books of the Elements of Euclid 

Almost a century before Mondrian made his iconic red, yellow, and blue geometric compositions, and around the time that Edward Livingston Youmans was creating his stunning chemistry diagrams, an eccentric 19th-century civil engineer and mathematician named Oliver Byrne produced a striking series of vibrant diagrams in primary colors for a 1847 edition of the legendary Greek mathematical treatise Euclid’s Elements.

Vaccines Save Lives

Vaccines are the unsung heroes of modern medicine. They quietly work behind the scenes, protecting us from diseases that once ravaged populations. The importance of vaccines cannot be overstated; they are the cornerstone of public health, safeguarding individuals and communities alike.

The Science Speaks

The statistics are compelling. According to the World Health Organization, vaccines prevent 2-3 million deaths every year. Diseases like smallpox have been eradicated, and polio is on the brink of extinction, thanks to widespread vaccination efforts. The measles vaccine alone has saved over 21 million lives since 2000. These numbers aren’t just figures; they’re a testament to the power of vaccines to change the course of history.

Adverse Reactions: A Minor Concern

Critics often point to adverse reactions as a reason to avoid vaccines. But let’s put this into perspective. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that serious side effects occur in less than one in a million doses. Compare this to the risks associated with the diseases themselves, and the argument becomes clear: the benefits far outweigh the risks. (It’s like choosing between a paper cut and a broken bone—no contest.)

Building Trust

Trust in vaccines is crucial. Recent reports of a minor outbreak of a rare disease in a remote area remind us of the importance of maintaining high vaccination rates. When trust falters, vaccination rates drop, and diseases can resurface. It’s a delicate balance, but one that can be maintained through education and transparency.

Pre-bunking Criticisms

Some argue that natural immunity is superior to vaccine-induced immunity. However, this overlooks the fact that natural infection can lead to severe complications or even death. Vaccines provide a safe way to develop immunity without the risks associated with the actual diseases. It’s like having your cake and eating it too—without the stomachache.

Calls to Action

So, what can you do? Stay informed. Support vaccination programs in your community. Talk to your healthcare provider about any concerns you might have. And most importantly, get vaccinated and encourage others to do the same. It’s a small step that makes a big difference.

Conclusion: A Collective Responsibility

Yesterday, the news highlighted a significant step forward in criminal justice reform: the introduction of a new bipartisan bill aimed at expanding rehabilitation programs for non-violent offenders. This is a big deal, folks. Fast forward to one year from today, and we’ll probably see these efforts starting to bear fruit in our communities.

The bill focuses on increasing funding for mental health and addiction treatment programs within the prison system. By next year, we can expect these programs to be more widely implemented, helping inmates address the root causes of their behavior. This isn’t just about being nice—it’s about reducing recidivism and making our communities safer. When people leave prison with the tools they need to stay out, everyone wins.

Moreover, the bill encourages partnerships between prisons and local businesses to provide job training and placement services. So, a year from now, we might see more former inmates finding stable employment, which is a key factor in preventing re-offense. It’s like giving someone a fishing rod instead of just a fish—empowerment at its finest.