Making esoteric exoteric
 The term esoteric has a fascinating history. It was first used in a 1660 history of philosophy, spelled as esoterick, and derived from the Ancient Greek word esoterikos, meaning…
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The Epoch Times News Brief for Tuesday, April 2, 2024, hosted by Bill Thomas, covers significant stories including changes in Social Security policy and courtroom dramas. The Social Security Administration…
China, Russia and Trump – The New York Times
It appears that America’s biggest adversaries are in favor of Donald Trump winning the 2024 presidential election.Vladimir Putin has long been known to prefer Trump, as evidenced by historical events.…
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
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Biden Admin Handed a Win Against Alaska in Subsistence Fishing Dispute
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Anthony Furey: It’s No Surprise Support for TikTok Ban Is Growing—but Ultimately It’s About Parenting
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Judge Expands Gag Order Against Trump in NY Hush Money Case
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English Idioms related to speed
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Wisconsinites to Decide on Election Integrity Measures During Primary
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SUBLIME LIMITS
 The origin of the English word "limit" can be traced back to the Latin noun limes, meaning "path" or "boundary." The evolution of this word has led to the…
‘You had your will of me’
In James Joyce's "The Dead," the mention of "The Lass of Aughrim" raises questions about the use of the word "will" in a particular verse of the song. The ballad…
1 in 5 Wisconsin Democrats Said Gaza War Will Impact Their Primary Vote
More than 1 in 5 Wisconsin Democrats said that Israel’s war in Gaza is impacting their vote in the state’s primary on Tuesday, while 71 percent said they strongly support…
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The overwhelming anguish affected everyone deeply. It was difficult to come to terms with the harsh reality. A tragic incident unfolded in Sydney when a Chinese man fatally stabbed his…
RFK Jr. Says He Will Pardon Whistleblower Edward Snowden If Elected President
Edward Snowden was the first to leak information about the NSA’s widespread domestic surveillance operations.Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., claims he would pardon whistleblower Edward Snowden on his…
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