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Notes on Complexity: A Buddhist Scientist on the Murmuration of Being Each month, I spend hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars keeping The Marginalian going. For seventeen years, it has remained free and ad-free and alive thanks to patronage from readers. I have no staff, no interns, not even an assistant — a thoroughly one-woman labor of love that is also my life and my livelihood. If this labor has made your own life more livable in the past year (or the past decade), please consider aiding its sustenance with a one-time or loyal donation. Your support makes all the difference.
“This life of yours which you are living is not merely a piece of the entire existence, but is in a certain sense the whole,” quantum pioneer Erwin Schrödinger wrote as he bridged his young science with ancient Eastern philosophy to reckon with the ongoing mystery of what we are.
A century later — a century in the course of which we unraveled the double helix, detected the Higgs boson, decoded the human genome, heard a gravitational wave and saw a black hole for the first time, and discovered thousands of other possible worlds beyond our Solar System — the mystery has only deepened for us “atoms with consciousness,” capable of music and of murder. Each day, we eat food that becomes us, its molecules metabolized into our own as we move through the world with the illusion of a self. Each day, we live with the puzzlement of what makes us and our childhood self the “same” person, even though most of our cells and our dreams have been replaced. Each day, we find ourselves restless miniatures of a vast universe we are only just beginning to fathom.
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WorkMan Killed by New Jersey Police Had Been Shot by Officers Once Before Lola Fadulu is a general assignment reporter on the Metro desk of The Times. She was part of a team that was a finalist for a Pulitzer Prize in 2023 for coverage of New York City’s deadliest fire in decades. More about Lola Fadulu
WorkCarnival Cruise Line glitch showed lower drink prices for guests \"The IT issue related to Cheers! sales on Carnival.com has been resolved,\" Carnival brand ambassador John Heald wrote in a Facebook post on Saturday. The price per day was correctly displayed but the calculation in the checkout cart was in error. All guests who booked this glitch will get a refund of their purchase and a one-time discount code should they wish to repurchase.\"
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WorkPope says ‘backward' US conservatives have replaced faith with ideology “I want to remind these people that backwardness is useless, and they must understand that there’s a correct evolution in the understanding of questions of faith and morals,” that allows for doctrine to progress and consolidate over time.
WorkJerry Jones reveals Cowboys had hoped to draft Jalen Hurts \"It is our plan, when we can, but it very seldom happens, to have someone of a high enough quality be there at the right place with our draft pick,\" Jones said of Lance. \"And this one worked, so we\'re excited about it.\"
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WorkCrews begin removing decades-old contaminated dirt from ‘Shingle Mountain' recycling site Residents began fighting to get a massive pile of shingles removed in 2018. That work started in 2020 and when they had finally removed it all it was discovered that the soil was contaminated with lead, likely from dumping done in the 1970s.
WorkTo stop wildfires, residents in some Greek suburbs put their own money toward early warning drones “As we say in aviation, ‘A well-trained pilot is the best safety device\',” he said. “We convert this to the civil protection and we say: ‘A well-prepared city is the best defense of a city against crisis’.”
WorkVirginia Gov. Youngkin eyes a 15-week abortion ban as a ‘consensus' voters would back Their view is informed by the all-women focus groups they conducted on abortion throughout the summer as part of GOP efforts to hold the Virginia House and win the Senate, NBC News has learned. Zack Roday, the coordinated campaigns director, for Youngkin\'s state PAC Spirit of Virginia, said the women\'s views on abortion were \"complicated\" and \"nuanced.\" But, he said, \"15 weeks with exceptions, is a place where a lot of people start nodding their head.\"
WorkHere’s what to know about the nationwide emergency alert system test happening this October The development of Soviet missiles in the following decade rendered the old system ineffective, as missiles could intercept radio waves before alerts could be sent. This led to the creation of the EAS, which can transmit alerts through terrestrial broadcasters, cable providers, satellite services, and digital radio.
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WorkFaculty member fatally shot in University of North Carolina building Robertson reported from Raleigh, North Carolina, and Rankin reported from Richmond, Virginia. Associated Press writers Sarah Brumfield in Silver Spring, Maryland, and Ben Finley in Norfolk, Virginia, contributed to this report.
WorkRemoving Fukushima's melted nuclear fuel will be harder than the release of plant's wastewater The government has stuck to its initial 30-to-40-year target for completing the decommissioning, without defining what that means. Rushing the schedule could cause more radiation exposure to workers and more environmental damage. Some experts say it would be impossible to remove all the melted fuel debris by 2051 and would take 50-100 years, if achieved at all.
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Work‘Wrong!' Texas AG Ken Paxton says he won't resign ahead of impeachment trial “Wrong! I will never stop fighting for the people of Texas and defending our conservative values,” Paxton wrote on Twitter in what appeared to be his first public comment on impeachment since Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick imposed a gag order on the parties last month.
WorkEverything to know about the rare super blue moon, which rises this week The time between super blue moons isn\'t always the same. NASA says it can be as much as 20 years between occurrences, but the average is 10 years. The last super blue moon appeared on Jan. 31, 2018.
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WorkMany big US cities now answer mental health crisis calls with civilian teams — not police Associated Press writer Lindsay Whitehurst contributed from Washington. Peltz reported from New York. Jesse Bedayn is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.
WorkRulings in Texas, Missouri jumble again where US transgender youth can receive treatment The FDA has not approved the medications specifically to treat gender-questioning youth. But they have been used for many years for that purpose “off label,” a common and accepted practice for many medical conditions. Doctors who treat trans patients say those decades of use are proof the treatments are not experimental.
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WorkTexas coach Sarkisian says Yormark likely won't get holiday invite before Big 12 exit “Candidly, we were able to get Texas and Oklahoma out a year early. That was a big deal for us, and I think all of you,” Yormark told the Raider Club kickoff luncheon last week, drawing applause from Tech fans.
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WorkJoe the Plumber, who questioned Obama's tax proposals during the 2008 campaign, has died at 49 Republicans had recruited him to run and thought his fame would help bring in enough money to mount a serious challenge. But he drew criticism during the campaign for suggesting that the United States should build a fence at the Mexico border and “start shooting” at immigrants suspected of entering the country illegally.
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WorkFormer Navy SEAL accused of assaulting hotel security officer, calling him a racial slur Robert J. O’Neill, 47, was arrested Wednesday and released on bond the same day. Frisco police said he faces a Class A misdemeanor charge of assault causing bodily injury and a Class C misdemeanor charge of public intoxication. Jail records list only the assault charge.
WorkDuncanville takes top spot with win over SOC, see Texas HS Football Rankings for Week 2 Rank School (Record) Week 1 Prv rank1 FW Covenant Classical (1-0) W: Westlake Academy, 54-6 12 Pasadena First Baptist (1-0) W: Weatherford Christian, 54-0 23 Baytown Christian (1-0) W: Carrollton Prince of Peace, 44-12 34 Prestonwood North (1-0) W: Keller Harvest Christian, 62-8 45 Abilene Christian (1-0) W: Lubbock Home School, 62-26 5Dropped out: None
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Work‘Shame on you' American Airlines Pilot Union blasts AA over tarmac delays When asked if weather is really the reason for the delays, Tajer responded: “I’m sure Mother Nature is just about had enough of this. Weather is a catalyst for these events, but how you react to them and how well prepared you are, that’s on you.”
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WorkAn Anderson House Wedding With a Green and Yellow Design Amy leads Washingtonian Weddings and writes Style Setters for Washingtonian. Prior to joining Washingtonian in March 2016, she was the editor of Capitol File magazine in DC and before that, editor of What’s Up? Weddings in Annapolis.
WorkOur Guide to Workplace Conflict: Are You the Jerk? If managers are serious about coaxing employees to the office, they probably have to scale back prior dress codes. But nobody wants to see you padding around the conference room barefoot. How relaxed is too relaxed? “Look at the people who are in senior roles, who are well respected,” says Zabriskie. “What are they doing? Copy that.”
WorkWhat Are DC’s Oldest and Newest Public High Schools? This Truxton Circle school opened in the basement of a church in 1870. Then called the Preparatory High School for Colored Youth, it was the first US public high school to serve Black students. Over its 153 years, it has produced a slew of notable alumni, including the first Black Army general, the first Black US Naval Academy graduate, and the first Black member of a presidential cabinet. In 2013, it underwent a $122 million renovation, including new floor panels that honor such influential graduates. Several remain blank, a message to current students that their name could be there one day, too.
WorkPHOTOS: Thousands Mark 60th Anniversary of March on Washington - Washingtonian Thousands of people from across the country converged on the Lincoln Memorial on Saturday to recapture the spirit of the first March on Washington for racial justice, 60 years ago, during which Martin Luther King delivered his famous “I Have a Dream Speech.” #MoW60, organized by Martin Luther King III, Al Sharpton, and other members of Martin Luther King Jr.’s family, featured five hours of high-profile speakers including Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and actor Sacha Baron Cohen, who spoke out against police killings of Black people, Republican-led efforts to chip away at voting rights, and bans on teaching in schools the country’s history of racism. Speakers and demonstrators alike called for action to protect the progress made and reclaim the liberties lost since the first March on Washington.
Work25 Things to Do in the DC Area This Week Briana A. Thomas is a local journalist, historian, and tour guide who specializes in the research of D.C. history and culture. She is the author of the Black history book, Black Broadway in Washington, D.C., a story that was first published in Washingtonian in 2016.
WorkPHOTOS: Square Dancing Returns to Rock Creek Park - Washingtonian “The dance is one of our favorite events of the year, so it felt really great to have so many people out and enjoying a beautiful, warm summer’s evening in Rock Creek Park together, especially after Covid,” said Kramer.
WorkTelehealth firms pivot to a hybrid model for youth mental health care Crain’s New York Business is the trusted voice of the New York business community—connecting businesses across the five boroughs by providing analysis and opinion on how to navigate New York’s complex business and political landscape.
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WorkJogger hit in face in anti-LGBTQ attack in Manhattan's Hudson River Park: Police Anyone with information in regard to this incident is asked to call the NYPD\'s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the CrimeStoppers website.
WorkNYC warns parents of potential school bus strike as classes set to start next week \"We know how many of our students and families depend on yellow bus service and that even the possibility of an interruption in service will create concern and worry, which is why we wish to be as transparent as possible with our families,\" a letter from NYC Public Schools to parents read. \"We will continue to provide you as much notice and information as possible.\"
Work4 found dead, including 2 toddlers, in Upper West Side apartment stabbing: Sources Three knives were recovered at the scene, law enforcement sources said. It was unclear if police had anyone in custody in connection with the deaths. It appeared that it may have been a result of a murder-suicide, sources told News 4.
WorkCHP investigating after man's body found along Lemon Grove freeway Police said a detective was alerted by a new camera system that the suspect’s vehicle was headed toward Spring Valley. He was found with the help of a San Diego Sheriff’s Department helicopter.
WorkFrom the Archives: All-star gridiron Aztecs With the football season now under way, From the Archives takes a look back at some big names at San Diego State. From August 1964, San Diego State College, from left, Garry Garrison, John Madden (assistant coach), Sid Hall and Don Coryell (head coach). The San Diego Union-Tribune historical photos are provided by the San Diego History Center. To browse additional materials, go to https://collections.sandiegohistory.org/
WorkPolice arrest church choir group leader in connection with alleged 2021 sexual assault of teenLast month, the agency installed license plate readers across the city. A police department in Texas has access to the data. The El Cajon department doesn’t agree with critics who say that violates a California law.
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WorkAn L.A. County D.A.'s union leader, veteran judge latest to challenge Gascón's reelection James Queally writes about crime and policing in Southern California, where he currently covers Los Angeles County’s criminal courts, the district attorney’s office and juvenile justice issues for the Los Angeles Times.
Work'The pandemic isn’t over.' Coronavirus cases in L.A. County keep rising Rong-Gong Lin II is a Metro reporter based in San Francisco who specializes in covering statewide earthquake safety issues and the COVID-19 pandemic. The Bay Area native is a graduate of UC Berkeley and started at the Los Angeles Times in 2004.
WorkCalifornia sues Chino school district, aiming to end policy notifying parents of student gender changes Mackenzie Mays covers state government and politics in the Los Angeles Times’ Sacramento bureau. Previously, she worked as an investigative reporter for Politico, the Fresno Bee and the Charleston Gazette-Mail. In 2019, she received the National Press Club Press Freedom Award for her political watchdog reporting. She is a graduate of West Virginia University and proud Appalachian.
WorkNear record heat to hit SoCal, raising fire danger just a week after tropical storm Grace Toohey is a reporter at the Los Angeles Times covering breaking news for the Fast Break Desk. Before joining the newsroom in 2022, she covered criminal justice issues at the Orlando Sentinel and the Advocate in Baton Rouge. Toohey is a Maryland native and proud Terp.
WorkS.F. bakery won't serve cops, police union claims. Store says it's about the guns, not the cops Summer Lin is a reporter on the Fast Break Desk, the Los Angeles Times’ breaking news team. Before coming to The Times, she covered breaking news for the Mercury News and national politics and California courts for McClatchy’s publications, including the Sacramento Bee. An East Coast native, Lin moved to California after graduating from Boston College and Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism. In her free time, she enjoys hikes, skiing and a good Brooklyn bagel.
WorkFarmers Insurance lays off 2,400 workers as insurers pull back from California Sam Dean is a business reporter for the Los Angeles Times covering the technology industry in Southern California. He has previously worked as a feature writer for a number of publications including Newsweek, the Verge, 538 and Lucky Peach.
Work'Wall Street Whiz Kid' charged with running financial scams out of L.A. bars and luxury apartments James Queally writes about crime and policing in Southern California, where he currently covers Los Angeles County’s criminal courts, the district attorney’s office and juvenile justice issues for the Los Angeles Times.
WorkUC Riverside professor accused of faking Native American heritage will resign Noah Goldberg covers breaking news for the Los Angeles Times. He worked previously in New York City as the Brooklyn courts reporter for the New York Daily News, covering major criminal trials as well as working on enterprise stories. Before that, he was the criminal justice reporter for the Brooklyn Eagle.
WorkFederal jury awards $23.8 million to mother of man shot by LAPD Richard Winton is an investigative crime writer for the Los Angeles Times and part of the team that won the Pulitzer Prize for public service in 2011. Known as @lacrimes on Twitter, during almost 30 years at The Times he also has been part of the breaking news staff that won Pulitzers in 1998, 2004 and 2016.
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