Do numbers exist only in the human mind? Could they be “living” in a Platonic realm somewhere? Do numbers simply exist as symbols on pieces of paper? What is the precise existence of numbers anyway? Philosophers been arguing over the true nature of mathematics and numbers for thousands of years. But in my view, Platonism…
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Unlike the civil ranks, whose squares could be purchased towards the end of the Qing dynasty (1644-1911), military positions were prized by the Manchu army, and it is unlikely that ranks were sold to the conquered Chinese. Also upper-class Chinese disliked and were uninterested in the military positions of the Manchu, so were unlikely to…
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Nozbe is a task management software that was introduced in 2007 and has since been gaining acclaim through various websites and bloggers. I have been using Nozbe exclusively for six months and although I have looked for and tried cheaper task management options, I have found none that can compete with the features found in…
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For NASCAR fans, the long winter wait is over, as the season kicks off with the biggest race of them all, the Daytona 500. Aside from the excitement that goes along with the start of any season, this year, fans will have something else to look forward to — the return of “stock” cars to…
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As the holidays approach, those attempting to lower their environmental impact cringe at the thought of gift giving. They want to express appreciation for loved ones without alienating the majority who unfortunately still expect expression with a gift. Gifting a carbon offset often doesn’t cut it with grandpa or the mother-in-law. Baking and homemade crafts…
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Fossil watches set the standard for innovative design. The number of styles displayed on their website is staggering, but that’s only the beginning. You can customize Fossil watches by combining any of their faces with any strap or band. Choosing among these watches is like eating potato chips–you’ll have a hard time limiting yourself to…
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Playroom Chairs and More Whether you’d like your little girl to have a tv chair that suits her size, or your kids have a nice playroom but no furniture, you can easily hook them up with ordinary cardboard boxes. You might not think that a cardboard box would make a supportive or beautiful chair but…
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Self improvement tapes may just be the answer you need to get the personal satisfaction and financial stability that you deserve. The best time to start the climb to success is now. There are so many helps available to get you out of the survival mode and into a life of pleasure and plenty. Many…
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Most of you must be aware that federal government grants are available for the fulfillment of various needs and purposes. It is not necessary that you have the complete knowledge because there are many misleading advertisements that are misguiding ignorant people. So, if you are facing any level of financial crisis, it is vital that…
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Allen’s 1991 black and white feature takes place at night in the deserted streets of an unnamed city. By setting the action in a neutral place, Allen creates an absolute time and space with universally valid answers to significant philosophical questions. Parallels to Kafka’s Trial Shadows and Fog bears some striking resemblances to Franz Kafka’s…
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