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Are humans still evolving or have they stopped, has been a question for the modern world for a long time now. Evolution is one of the most researched topic which gives us an insight of the development of the human race throughout millions of years. In this research paper I will use peer reviewed articles to answer the question about if we are still evolving as humans. I will try to highlight the reasons that I think that humans are still evolving despite the advances in technology, medication,…

Latin American Essay Latin America is a beautiful and highly populated region consisting of thirty-three different countries. These countries experience their own individual problems. As these small, individual problems are brought together, they become one big issue, causing Latin America to become underdeveloped. The reasons Latin America is underdeveloped are due to the physical, cultural, political, and economical challenges they face. Latin America faces many physical challenges, one…

Technology began growing at an exponential rate during the 1900s. Mankind was being revolutionized and would be changed forever due to the technological advances being made. The 1950's was the start of the extreme change and growth with the creation of the computer. The computer accelerated the growth of almost all technology being created. The 1960s and 1970s would have the start of many businesses and technologies. The 1980s and 1990s would progress technology even further and advance upon…

Alright, folks, it’s time once again for some football! Week 5 gives an AFC South matchup with the Indianapolis Colts facing off against the Houston Texans. Both teams have ultra-talented fantasy players coming off of injuries who should put up some great fantasy numbers this week. Both Colts’ quarterback Andrew Luck and Texans’ running back Arian Foster are primed to have some big fantasy outputs tonight. Thursday Night Football is upon us, let’s get started with my preview: INJURIES: The…

Measles “Worldwide, about 20 million people each year get Measles” (For Parents: Vaccines for Your Children). This statistic shows that the measles infection affects many people worldwide each year. Measles is a highly contagious virus, that is most commonly found in children. Measles is a well known virus, that can have multiple symptoms associated with it. There is very little treatment options available that can be used. “Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease that is caused by a…

World War II (The Second World War) was arguably the most significant period in the 20th century, lasting from September 1st, 1939 until September 2nd, 1945. There were many factors that interconnected together before and after World War I had ended, which progressed into a development of World War II. These events include: the failure Treaty of Versailles with the resentment it caused, the failure of the League of nation and the outbreak of the Great World Depression. However, Germany and the…

The Civil War was undoubtedly the most defining moment in the development of American history. Preceding it included the antebellum period from 1840-1850 which was one of great change as the dynamics of the American situation shifted after the end of the war between Mexico and the United States. Along with the American victory came consequences as slavery expanded into newly acquired territories. This further deepened the sectional divide among northern and southern states and would throw the…

Kleos in the Odyssey and Iliad During the Homeric age, stories of heroes trying to find, protect, and grow their kleos to the point of being considered immortal in the hearts and minds of those who heard of their epic journeys and adventures. The Iliad and Odyssey are two examples of the very foundation of the meaning of kleos; The Iliad is more or less the rage of Achilles and his struggles with his own kleos, and the Odyssey is basically Odysseus struggling to accomplish more great deeds on…

Like a patchwork quilt, the films and literature found in American culture incorporate, to some extent, elements from other movies, books, and even mythological and historical figures and events. George Lucas and his Star Wars films provide a prime example of a film that is a pastiche of various other films, while also serving as a cache of inspiration for future filmmakers. Such inspiration was needed at a time when the film industry had little direction because of the influence of big business…

What defines leisure time may differ from person to person and also from community to community. A person may prefer Broadway as their relaxation, while some else relaxes by watching car races. Whatever the choice one makes, America has a myriad of variety for societies to escape from day to day life. This was not always the case in America. Up until the early nineteenth century, America was strictly guided by certain values. American culture at this time felt a formal set of leisure activities…