Overview of the El Popol Vuh “El Popol Vuh” is an invaluable Maya document and a rich source of ancient Mayan culture and mythology. This document is written in the Mayan language, K’iche. It uses the Latin alphabet with Spanish orthography (Goetz, 1961). This significant text recounts the mythology of the K’iche’ people of Guatemala who not only inhabit Guatemala but also regions in the Mexican states of Quintana Roo,

Team Film and Video Case Reports This paper lights on the achievements and challenges of the hidden figures of society building on the “Hidden Figures” movie that is based on the three pioneering women who contributed to the success of space programs during the time period of Space Race and Cold War although their efforts and achievements remained undervalued for decades. The paper also relates to Northouse’s “Leadership Theory and

Evolving Thesis: While music festivals can indeed attract tourists and create a vibrant atmosphere, hosting large-scale music festivals requires heavy seasonal dependency, significant financial investment, crowd management challenges, perception of disruption, and risk of overcommercialization. Citation: Pavluković, Vanja, Tanja Armenski, and Juan Miguel Alcántara-Pilar. “Social impacts of music festivals: Does culture impact locals’ attitude toward events in Serbia and Hungary?” Tourism Management 63 (2017): 42-53. Author Info: Vanja Pavlukovic is a professor

“I Have a Dream” is the most famous speech of “Martin Luther King Jr.” delivered at Washington DC in August 1963. In this historic address, King addressed the denial of Black Americans’ equal rights in American society. In the nation’s capital, hundreds of civil rights activists gathered for one of the biggest protests ever seen, all in pursuit of equal rights. King meticulously crafts his speech to captivate various groups,

Introduction In history, there are very few instances when a speech resonated deeply with millions of people filling them with a sense of drive, enthusiasm, empowerment, inspiration, and courage to make decisions. In the new millennium, people usually are inspired by words that talk about changing the world as making the world a better place to live in is something that everyone should be made to believe they are capable

Timur Turlov’s journey reads like a modern entrepreneurial legend. Born in 1987, he embarked on a finance career early, quickly developing a deep understanding of international markets and technology. In his early twenties, he launched Freedom Finance, initially focused on providing investors access to U.S. securities from regions where such opportunities were rare. Over time, Turlov consolidated his operations into Freedom Holding Corp, a group that has since become a

Reflecting on the time period we have explored over the last couple of weeks regarding “Sea to Shining Sea” and Manifest Destiny, it is clear that this “Manifest Destiny” time period was marked by a strong belief in the divine right of the US to expand its territorial gains across the continent of North America. In addition, chapter 7 delves into the mid-1880s events leading up to the US invasion

The Casta system with its complex implications played a significant role in the Mexican war of independence by perpetuating a social hierarchy. The Casta system was a byproduct of colonial rule that contributed to widespread discontent among the non-Spanish populations in colonial Mexico. During the colonial period, the Casta system established a complex web of categories reflecting a specific societal position and racial mixture. The Mexican War of Independence was

The book chosen to present the final report related to the leadership practice is “She Thinks Like a Boss: Leadership: 9 Essential Skills for New Female Leaders in Business and the Workplace. How to Influence Teams Effectively and Combat Imposter Syndrome” written by Jemma Roedel. The author of the book is a successful entrepreneur and highly acclaimed writer based in the United Kingdom whose breakthrough writing “She Thinks Like a

VertexGate has rapidly emerged as a recognised player in the fintech industry by delivering a trading platform built around speed, precision, and innovation. Unlike many traditional platforms that rely on outdated frameworks, VertexGate introduces a modern, cloud-based infrastructure capable of handling millions of transactions without lag. Their proprietary algorithm ensures fast execution rates and minimal downtime, both crucial for traders operating in volatile markets. Real-time market data updates allow traders

Abstract Using the case study of a Pakistani television drama series, Baaghi [rebel], based on the life story of Qandeel Baloch —the scandalous and contentious social media figure who defied traditional codes of gender conduct until she was murdered in an honor killing— this paper explores violence against women as it is inscribed via clearly visibilized objectification processes. This research, through Visual Critical Discourse Analysis (VCDA), investigated how visual and

Introduction Figure: sourced from savorythoughts.com Haitian Macaroni Au Gratin, Makawoni O Graten, or Gratin De Macaroni is the Haitian version of cheese and mac. The Haitian Macaroni Au Gratin is a dish that is often reserved for most joyous and special occasions. Its rich and meaty flavour makes it a great deal to be consumed at peak times of someone’s big day like weddings and birthdays and other celebrations like

The episode that stands out as a defining moment in Don Quixote is in part 1, chapter 8, about the famous “Windmill”, which offers a deep insight into the character of Don Quixote in the novel. In this episode, the realistic author mistakes thirty or forty windmills for giants and attacks them with his lance despite warnings of Sancho Panza. He ends up breaking his lance and getting dragged by

The interpretation of fate in Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar and Sophocles’ Oedipus is that both literary pieces examine the idea of fate and tragedy but in a different way. Sophocles emphasizes the idea of unavoidable fate and predetermined destiny that may or may not be the result of the hero’s tragic flaw in his own character. However, Shakespeare introduces and emphasizes the idea of the free will of the human being

In Voltaire’s Candide, one of the significant scenes that reflects Voltaire’s understanding of human nature is the “Lisbon Earthquake” scene, which is indeed a direct reference to the real-life Lisbon earthquake that happened in 1755. This earthquake was a catastrophic and dreadful event that led to significant loss of properties and, most importantly, people’s lives. Context of the Scene At this stage of Candide’s journey, Candide has already been through

In Charles Dickens’s novella, A Christmas Carol, social responsibility and respect are the significant themes that criticize social injustice. Dickens uses the story to critique the features of Victorian society that used to keep people in poverty. One significant scene that illustrates the theme of social responsibility is when the Ghost of Christmas Present reveals Want and Ignorance, two emaciated children, who hide under the robe, to Ebenezer Scrooge, a

The article “Death and the Mid-Life Crisis” is selected to support the argument that the midlife crisis exists. This article discusses a decline in productivity among artists during the Middle Ages. The author suggests that the midlife phase is when adults grapple with the reality of mortality and the number of remaining productive years for one. While people go through significant changes, they often encounter a midlife crisis due to

Title of the Book and The Author The children’s book I have read, titled “A Kind of Spark”, is a touching novel by a neurodivergent writer, Elle McNicoll. The writer of this children’s book is also autistic, like the main character, and is passionate about disability representation and rights. The author is originally from Scotland and now lives in East London. “A Kind of Spark” is her debut children’s novel.

Colleges, universities, and schools face constant wear and tear on their bathrooms. With hundreds or even thousands of students using these facilities daily, bathtubs and sinks quickly lose their shine, becoming scratched, stained, and outdated. Old fixtures don’t just look bad—they also harbor dirt and bacteria, posing hygiene concerns. But is full replacement the only option? Absolutely not. Why Replacing Bathtubs Isn’t Always the Best Choice Replacing bathtubs in educational