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Three Indiana Educators Leading the Way: A Spotlight on Leadership In the heartland of America, three remarkable women are shaping the future of education, science, and public policy. Dr. Maureen Harrington, Dr. Mary Ritke Jones, and Professor Sheila Suess Kennedy are not just educators; they are trailblazers, leading with vision, innovation, and a commitment to Read More “3 People You Should Know #2”
In an extraordinary display of skill and determination, Indianapolis has become a powerhouse in the world of beep baseball. With back-to-back World Series victories, including the Indianapolis Thunder’s win in 2023 and the Indianapolis Edge’s triumph as the 2022 champions, the city has solidified its reputation as a beacon of success in this unique and Read More “Home Court Advantages #2”
The Raspberry Pi, a compact single-board computer, has long been a beacon for both open-source enthusiasts and budding software engineers. Its recent journey through supply shortages and back into the limelight offers a unique lens into the challenges and triumphs of community-driven tech innovation. At its core, the Raspberry Pi is more than just an Read More “Raspberry Pi’s Resurgence: A Testament to Open Source and Engineering Excellence”
Alright, let’s switch gears a bit. I admit this blog dives pretty deep most of the time but every now and then we can find time to lighten up and this Tuesday is the season premiere of the Hulu hit, “Only Murders in the Building”. For me, it’s something of a guilty pleasure. If you’ve Read More “Guilty pleasures #1”
In the high-octane world of Formula One racing, speed, precision, and reputation are everything. But for the Haas Formula One team, a shadow looms large over its parent company, Haas Automation, following allegations of ties to Russia amidst the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. Recent reports suggest that Haas Automation, a leading American machine tools manufacturer, Read More “Haas Automation’s Alleged Ties to Russia”
In a recent development that has raised eyebrows and concerns among legal experts and civil rights advocates, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed into law a controversial bill, SB 92. This law establishes a commission with the power to limit the independence of community-elected prosecutors or even remove them from office. The law has been Read More “The Erosion of Prosecutorial Discretion in Georgia and Beyond”
In the world of sports, love is a fickle thing. It swells with each victory, each triumphant moment that unites us in collective celebration. But what happens when the victories become less frequent, when the triumphant moments are replaced with uncertainty and disappointment? Will the love still remain? This is the question facing the U.S. Read More “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow: The Uncertain Future of U.S. Women’s Soccer”
As some of you may already know, I live in central Indiana in a town called Zionsville. I grew up here and like everywhere there are the special bits. As a kid from Indiana, from time to time I decided to write about the special bits and will be doing so in regular series I Read More “Home Court Advantages #1”
As the conflict in Ukraine rages on, the world watches with bated breath, waiting for a resolution. However, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s strategic calculus seems to be driven by more than just military considerations. A closer look reveals a complex interplay of economic factors and political maneuvering, particularly with regard to the upcoming U.S. Presidential Read More “Putin’s Strategic Calculus: Economic Considerations and the U.S. Presidential Election”
The folks at FiveThirtyEight recently looked at the numbers as they are given to do and summarized who will likely be onstage will a little less than a month before the first debate for the Republican nomination for President. The article discusses the upcoming Republican primary debate scheduled for August 23. The first six candidates Read More “Who will be onstage at the 1st Republican Debate?”