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An Interview With Oscar About College in Ireland

1434 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🚌 Education College International Languages Courses
  1. Oscar chose to study in Ireland to do his coursework in English and be closer to his family in the EU.
  2. In his university in Ireland, students have to pick specific Courses when applying instead of declaring a major later on.
  3. American universities start with general education classes, while in Oscar's university, students apply directly to their preferred Course from a list.

A Few Things | January 15

1238 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
  1. Gabrielle Blair is trying a new format for her newsletters in 2024, with free and paid versions.
  2. The Blair family had a special Christmas with everyone together after a year and a half apart.
  3. In the news, Gabrielle Blair expresses her thoughts on the war in Israel & Palestine and highlights COVID-related warnings from WHO.

A Few Things | January 29

766 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Design Reading Shopping Events
  1. The author reflects on the growth and challenges of managing a creative conference over the years.
  2. Alt Summit faced setbacks due to the pandemic, prompting the author to rethink and rebuild the event.
  3. Opportunities for tickets and sponsorships at Alt Summit are highlighted, with an invitation to join the event.

A Few Things | January 22

825 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Design Fashion Books Recipes Culture
  1. Oscar had a surprise American-style high school graduation ceremony in France.
  2. Recent news includes harassment of Uvalde parents, protests in Germany against the Far Right, and the decline of crime and inflation theories.
  3. Shopping recommendations include discounted fashion items and a new skincare product.
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Two Groups At War, and Both Are Marginalized People

2358 implied HN points • 13 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Conflict Middle East Genocide
  1. The conflict in Israel involves two marginalized groups: Hamas is not all Palestinians, Israeli government is not all Israelis.
  2. Support for Israel doesn't mean wanting genocide, support for Free Palestine doesn't mean supporting Hamas' goal of destroying Israel through jihad.
  3. Understanding and discussing the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict involves considering marginalized perspectives and calling for peace.

Joy (And Disappointment) on the One Year Anniversary of Ejaculate Responsibly

1297 implied HN points • 18 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Book promotion Book Sales
  1. The book 'Ejaculate Responsibly' had significant achievements such as making the New York Times bestseller list and receiving international editions.
  2. Despite positive reviews and coverage, the book has sold only 55,000 copies, which is seen as a disappointment in reaching its potential impact.
  3. To expand the book's reach, there is a need for a new and effective marketing strategy to increase sales, along with the support of people leaving positive reviews on platforms like Amazon.

Cussing For Ladies

1434 implied HN points • 27 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Language Society Parenting Politics Media
  1. When women are criticized for swearing, it may mean they need to speak up more.
  2. Women are often held to impossible standards when it comes to language and behavior.
  3. The reaction to language changes, like cursing, can reveal deeper issues and beliefs.

A Few Things — Friday Link List

825 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
📰 News Social media Healthcare Politics Shopping Books
  1. Threads is a new social media platform launched by Instagram aiming to compete with Twitter and has gained 55 million users in a short span of time.
  2. There are concerns about platforms trying to replace Twitter, like Mastodon and Bluesky, lacking a large user base for quality content.
  3. The author shares interesting shopping links, like a popular $35 polka dot dress at Target and a $40 boilersuit, that resonated with readers.

Tell Me About Your Birthday Oddities

923 implied HN points • 14 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Celebrations Family
  1. Sharing a birthday with someone famous can be a surprise and not always enjoyable.
  2. Birthdays that coincide with significant events or holidays may have mixed feelings attached.
  3. Family members often share birthdays, creating unique group celebrations.

Imagining A Harry Potter Rewrite

963 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Books Literature Art Travel Events
  1. Imagining a Harry Potter rewrite with updated content and plot holes to address criticisms and stereotypes.
  2. Authors like JK Rowling who have achieved immense success may have a rare opportunity to rewrite their work and reflect personal growth.
  3. Consider the potential impact and financial success of publishing new editions of popular book series like Harry Potter.