Monthly Archives: January 2025

It’s 2025, Companies, So Why Aren’t You Communicating Like It Yet?

Posted on January 15, 2025 by nathanalbright

You’re right to point out that relying solely on phone calls for customer communication seems outdated in 2025. While many companies are indeed adopting newer methods, there are still reasons why phone calls persist: However, it’s also true that many … Continue reading →

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The Case Against Panama Regarding The Panama Canal Treaty: In Brief

Posted on January 13, 2025 by nathanalbright

The United States has expressed concerns that Panama has not fully adhered to certain stipulations of the 1977 treaty that transferred control of the Panama Canal. These concerns primarily revolve around the neutrality and security of the waterway, as guaranteed … Continue reading →

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We Said Hello, Goodbye

Posted on January 11, 2025 by nathanalbright

Phil Collins’ “We Said Hello, Goodbye” is a poignant song about transitions, moving on, and finding a sense of home within oneself. While it wasn’t a major hit or a central piece of any particular album, it’s a well-regarded track … Continue reading →

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The Los Angeles Fires: Lamentable But Predictable

Posted on January 10, 2025 by nathanalbright

The Los Angeles area fires, particularly those occurring in early January 2025, were to a significant extent predictable given the historical context and known environmental conditions of the region. Here’s how: Predictability: Government Failures: Methods of Dealing with Fires: In … Continue reading →

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Thoughts On The Trump Doctrine

Posted on January 9, 2025 by nathanalbright

Donald Trump’s recent rhetoric regarding the expansion into Canada, Greenland, and the Panama Canal can be contextualized within the broader sweep of American history, particularly focusing on themes of territorial expansion, imperial ambitions, and the strategic importance of geopolitical control: … Continue reading →

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The Problem of Thai Succession

Posted on January 8, 2025 by nathanalbright

The current heir to the throne in Thailand is a complex and uncertain matter. King Maha Vajiralongkorn, who became King Rama X in 2016 upon the death of his father, King Bhumibol Adulyadej, has not formally designated an heir apparent. … Continue reading →

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On the Struggles Of For-Profit Universities

Posted on January 7, 2025 by nathanalbright

For-profit universities have faced significant challenges and closures in recent years. Several factors contribute to their struggles: These factors have contributed to the closure of several large for-profit chains, such as Corinthian Colleges and ITT Technical Institute, and have led … Continue reading →

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A Brief History Of Boy Bands

Posted on January 6, 2025 by nathanalbright

If you know, you know: The history of boy bands is a long and fascinating one, with roots that stretch back further than you might think. Here’s a breakdown of some key eras and groups: Early Influences: The Rise of … Continue reading →

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Ordinary People, Living Ordinary Lives?

Posted on January 4, 2025 by nathanalbright

In the Bee Gees song “Ordinary Lives,” the Brothers Gibb sing over and over again, repeatedly, “We were ordinary people, living ordinary lives.” Was this, in fact, a true statement about the Brothers Gibb? The Bee Gees, consisting of brothers … Continue reading →

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Home And Community Gardens During The Great Depression

Posted on January 3, 2025 by nathanalbright

While Victory Gardens are strongly associated with the World Wars, the concept of utilizing home and community gardens for food production was indeed present during the Great Depression, though it wasn’t branded or promoted in the same way.1 Here’s why: … Continue reading →

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