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Book Review: The Age of Spiritual Machines – Ray Kurzweil

Book Review: The Age of Spiritual Machines – Ray Kurzweil

Reviewed by: Josh Lax and Michael Kravshik. In “The Age of Spiritual Machines: When Computers Exceed Human Intelligence” (ASM), Kurzweil presents a history of computing technology followed by a forecast for the future.  He explores the factual development and societal implications of this tectonic shift in human experience.  The book sets out to prove that technology … Continue reading

Can’t We All Just Get Along?

Can’t We All Just Get Along?

Written by: Michael Kravshik. No. No, we can’t. In the history of humanity there has never been a time where we all just “got along.” Clearly, it’s not such an easy task, and to be honest I’m tired of people trivializing the matter. Is it human nature? I believe it is. Although many have hope … Continue reading

Westernism: The Name We Don’t Call Ourselves

Westernism: The Name We Don’t Call Ourselves

Written by: Michael Kravshik. Traditionally, people have primarily identified themselves based on the circumstances they were born into such as nationality, religion, tribal affiliation or skin colour. The growing interconnectedness of the globe has resulted in an increasing shift of focus away from these traditional groupings and towards ‘thought’ groupings based on personal beliefs (environmentalism, … Continue reading

Omar Khadr – A Case of Treason

Omar Khadr – A Case of Treason

Written by: Josh Lax and Michael Kravshik. At what point does dissent become treason? Any free nation requires its citizens to challenge its decisions, but where do we draw the line? A journalist trashing the government’s newest policy is clearly part of the democratic process. However, a citizen deciding to fight for the enemy and … Continue reading