I grew up surrounded by my great-grandfather's ceramics. One of his large ashtrays is the first thing that greets me at my door, ready for my keys. Vases and lamps litter the surfaces of tables and cabinets,...
If you entered NBC’s headquarters on October 11th, 1975, you would have seen chaos.
In the corner of the room, there would have been people frantically trying to extinguish a blazing sofa. Someone...
Aside from the use of “chips” instead of “french fries” or “bloke” instead of “dude," British English is relatively easy to understand once you know American English.
But when it comes...
At Bronx Science, where academic excellence blends with the lively spirit of curiosity, Kathleen Lyons shines as a true inspiration in mathematics education. As the new Assistant Principal of Mathematics,...
Citi Field, the New York Hall of Science, and the Queens Zoo are all conveniently situated in Corona Park in Flushing Meadows, Queens. There is nothing quite like taking a walk around the property on a...
Crocs, listed among Time Magazine's 50 worst inventions, have taken the world by storm – and Bronx Science students and faculty are living proof. The idea for this rubbery footwear surfaced in the 2000s,...
What is the first thing that comes into your mind when you hear the word ‘bird’? Is it a fierce eagle soaring through the sky? Do you think of the sea where albatrosses and seagulls thrive? What about...
The sizzle of a hot griddle, the aroma of spices wafting through the air, and the steady hum of a line forming under the glow of streetlights — these are some of the delightful experiences of New York...
The crisp autumn air sweeps through the swirling leaves, blanketing the trails in hues of amber and gold. With each leaf falling gently to the ground, a new season quietly unfolds. Far from the rush of...
It's a hot summer day in July. As I stroll down Spring Street, I cannot help but gape at a mysterious line of eager teenage girls. Judging by the line's egregious length, I immediately assume the line...
A direct flight from New York City to Hawaii clocks in at around 11 hours, a distance that feels more suited to international travel than domestic. Yet, Hawaii — a collection of breathtaking islands...
Historically, dust made from finely-crushed diamonds has been used to polish and sharpen tools and weapons. Modern niches include high-end drill bits and semiconductors in supercomputers. While they’re...
The legendary Philosopher’s Stone is the mythical alchemical substance believed to be capable of transmuting base metals into gold or silver, and the potential ingredient for the elixir of life allowing...
Compassion is not exclusive to the human experience; it is a universal trait that extends far beyond humans and touches upon all life on Earth. From seemingly eternal African savannas to boundless oceans,...
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As you open a Chinese web novel platform, a whole new world is set before your eyes. There is a dazzling array of numerous book options adorned with colorful covers and witty titles. The...
I am a Congolese-American student. The majority of my family was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), although my siblings and I were born in New York City. Over the years, we've heard lots...
Whether it is used to write an e-mail, navigate a route, or recognize a human face, Artificial Intelligence is an unavoidable presence in our world today. But what exactly is it? Artificial Intelligence...
Have you ever tried a primeval drink fashioned from the gradual steeping of the Camellia sinensis? No? Well, what if I asked you if you’ve ever had green, oolong, or black tea? Both questions are the...
My earliest memory was when I was around four years old. I crouched beside my grandmother as she washed cabbages in a red basin, marveling at her handiwork, her hands deftly pressing salt crystals into...
What if our world as we know it crumbled into chaos? What if technology turned against us, or freedom became a distant memory? The dystopian genre forces us to confront these haunting questions, drawing...
