A college teacher uses typewriters to prevent AI-generated assignments and impart important life lessons.
The scene evokes a nostalgic vibe, reminiscent of the 1950s, where students are busy with manual typewriters, the rhythmic clatter marking the end of each line. Grit Mathias Phelps, a German teacher at Cornell University, aims to give her students a hands-on experience of writing without digital tools once every semester. No screens, no online […]
Gosnell Has Passed Away, Yet the Worrying Lessons He Offers Should Endure
Earlier this week, it was reported that abortionist Kermit Gosnell has died. He was arrested and convicted in 2013 for crimes committed at his House of Horrors abortion clinic in Philadelphia, receiving a life sentence for killing infants both before and after they were born, exceeding Pennsylvania’s legal limits. I remember sitting right behind him […]
Cesar Chavez controversy shakes schools as educators abandon lessons
California Teachers Urged to Remove References to Cesar Chavez In a surprising turn, teachers in California are being prompted to revise or eliminate mentions of labor leader and alleged child rapist, Cesar Chavez, from their teaching materials. For years, he has been celebrated as a model of “honesty, courage, and determination,” even starting from kindergarten. […]
Lessons on Human Nature from Two Days of ‘Bed-Resting’
Reflections on Being Unwell I’ve been feeling under the weather lately. Honestly, in the last 48 hours, I’ve probably spent more time in bed than I have in three years. It’s been rough. Beyond the physical discomfort, there was this nagging sense of inadequacy. I attempted to keep up with work, but when the fever […]
Caring for each other: Lessons on community from the early Christians
The Bible conveys a clear message: Christians are called to have compassion for one another. It seems straightforward, doesn’t it? Essentially, it translates to “Love one another.” However, I wonder if it’s really as simple as it sounds. Practical guidance on how to live this out can seem elusive. Maybe a logical starting point is […]
Nets continue to discover valuable lessons amid ongoing losses
Nets’ Loss: Learning from Setbacks The Nets have two options when facing defeat. For one, they can look to their lottery standings, but that doesn’t necessarily guarantee a top draft pick or future success. Alternatively, they can reflect on the lessons learned from their recent string of losses. After Sunday’s disappointing 115-104 defeat to Atlanta, […]
Super Bowl-winning quarterback embraced life’s most important lessons
Sam Darnold’s Unlikely Triumph Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold hasn’t had a storybook career, but he certainly added a remarkable chapter this past Sunday. Maybe Darnold is now a Super Bowl champion because he embraced one of life’s toughest lessons: the importance of self-belief. Sometimes, it takes time for your moment to arrive—or it might […]
Lessons in unity from the Winter Olympics in Milan for a divided America
Lindsey Vonn Plans to Compete in Olympics Despite Injury Three-time Olympic medalist Lindsey Vonn has expressed her intention to participate in the upcoming Winter Olympics, even after tearing her anterior cruciate ligament. Sports medicine expert Dr. Rick Lehman highlights her mental resilience and evaluates both her potential and the associated risks of her decision. With […]
Lessons from the 2026 National Prayer Breakfast – Guest Commentary
National Prayer Breakfast 2026 Every year, the National Prayer Breakfast aims to unite leaders, friends, and political parties for a common purpose: prayer. On February 5, 2026, the atmosphere may have been tense due to recent events, yet the need for connection with God felt even more pressing. This event, which kicked off in 1953 […]
Luka Doncic noticeably missing in fiancée’s post reflecting on ten years of ‘good times, hard lessons’
Anamaria Gortes, Luka Doncic’s fiancée, recently shared a reflection on the past decade, but interestingly, she left him out of her message about the “ups and downs” of life. The model and influencer filled her Instagram post with photos from her modeling journey, her pregnancy, and moments with their two young daughters, yet there were […]