Consistently, there is a line repeated by parents around the world: “Your studies come first.” Education is touted almost universally by global society as the fastest, surest means for self-advancement and -improvement. Want to make more money? Education. Want a more…
It is a given that, being human, we are forgetful. In the humdrum of daily life, there are many things we can forget: doing the laundry, calling a friend, taking a break. On average, I forget to do about thirty more…
I’ve been in New York for eight months, and in that time, I’ve ridden in a taxi maybe eight times, if that. Part of it stems from the sheer price: the subway is always cheaper, even if it takes a more…