Knowing Things is Hard – Book and Sword
Knowing things is hard, even about the past. Over the years I have compiled pithy names for some of the reasons why this is. This week I decided to share them
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · 2 months ago · 7 minutes read

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78 Books Scientific American Recommends in 2024
A collection of nonfiction and fiction books Scientific American editorial staff and contributors read and recommend in 2024
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 5 minutes read
Cecilia Vicuña On Embracing the Beauty of a Universal Order
“I’m walking down the street, and I suddenly see a little stick, a piece of metal or a piece of plastic, and I see its beauty. I see where it has come from, a story and an aura.”
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 5 minutes read
Antikythera
How might planetary intelligence steer itself toward its own survival?
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created about 2 months ago · 4 minutes read
Were Horses Designed to Be Ridden?
Were horses designed to be ridden? This is a question which, surprisingly, has been overlooked until more recent years.
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created about 2 months ago · 4 minutes read
A Century of UFO Psyops Exposed Part 3: Spooks, Scientologists, Satanists, and The New Mind Wars
Since the world is being pushed ever more quickly towards the greatest and most destructive magic trick in history… that is the ‘great disclosure’ of ET collusion with governments using an array of holographic technologies, CGI, media propaganda and ‘insider …
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created about 2 months ago · 4 minutes read
Civilization 7 embraces a new era
For more than thirty years, the Civilization franchise has sold the fantasy of commanding an empire on the world stage. You take control of a leader and a people and you pursue the development of technology and culture. You seize land, you fight wars, and you…
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created about 2 months ago · 4 minutes read
Buddhist Art
Buddhist art originated on the Indian subcontinent around the 5th century BCE, following the historical life of Gautama Buddha—the religious leader and founder of Buddhism. Around the 1st century CE, the aniconic tradition of avoiding direct representation of…
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 4 minutes read
We Forget Most of Our Dreams. So Why Do We Have Them?
No one knows why we dream. It stands to reason that dreams have some purpose because nearly everyone dreams, and we dream 3 to 6 times every night. People typically have several dreams each night that grow longer as sleep draws to a close. Over a lifetime, a …
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created about 2 months ago · 3 minutes read
Transcript: Tony Kim, Blackrock Active Technology
The transcript from this week’s, MiB: Tony Kim, Blackrock Active Technology, is below. You can stream and download our full conversation, including any podcast extras, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and Bloomberg. All of our earlier podcasts on your fav…
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 3 minutes read
Big in 2025: The 50 most anticipated upcoming video games of the year
Grand Theft Auto 6 isn't the only game worthy of your time and attention in 2025
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 3 minutes read
Gaza’s Unbreakable Resistance: A Historical Perspective on the War and Its Aftermath
The problem with political analysis is that it often lacks historical perspective and is mostly limited to recent events. The current analysis of the Israeli war on Gaza falls victim to this narrow thinking. The ceasefire agreement, signed between Palestinian…
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created about 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
A History of Famines
Podcast Transcript One of the most devastating disasters that has afflicted humanity are famines.  Unlike other natural disasters, famines do not have a single cause. They have happened all over the world for a wide variety of reasons; some of them have natur…
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
The Late Bronze Age Collapse
Podcast Transcript Approximately 3,200 years ago, one of the most momentous events in human history took place. Multiple major civilizations during the Bronze Age collapsed within a generation. International trade ground to a halt, almost every major city aro…
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
The Yale Drama Prize; Rudolph in Tuskegee; and the Whiffenpoofs at 115
In this edition of Humanitas, a play about trans identity wins the Yale Drama Prize, the School of Architecture celebrates a historic collaboration, and the Whiffs throw a party.
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
Anger over changes to school curriculum exposes Syria's fragile unity
Changes announced to Syria's school curriculum have sparked backlash over fears that Ahmed al-Sharaa and Hayat Tahrir al-Sham planned an Islamist future.
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
Why did thaedus kill allen?
The Mysterious Death of Thaedus: Unraveling the Mystery Introduction The Minoan king, Thaedus, is one of the most enigmatic figures […] The post Why did thaedus kill allen? appeared first on Life Sciences World.
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
Indonesia to update historical records for 80th Independence Day
Indonesia will update its official historical records by including newer findings and interpretations of historical events ahead of its 80th Independence ...
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
Ratzinger & Tolkien on the Novus Ordo and Organic Development
Ratzinger & Tolkien on the Novus Ordo and Organic DevelopmentGetting your Trinity Audio player ready...Many of these trees were my friends, creatures I had known from nuts and acorns; many had voices of their own that are lost forever now. And there are waste…
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
Chronological Framework of Ancient History. 6: The Old and Middle Kingdoms of Egypt
Reconciling Egyptian history with the Bible’s chronology using all available historical sources.
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created about 2 months ago · 1 minute read
The Hyksos— Does the Bible Shed Light on Who They Were?
An interesting idea has been developed in recent decades that connects the Hyksos with the Bible’s Exodus account.
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 26 days ago · 1 minute read
The upcoming alignment of six planets on January 25, 2025
Dr Rakesh Verma The alignment of planets is a fascinating astronomical phenomenon that captures the imagination of both scientists and enthusiasts alike. This occurrence, where multiple planets align in a straight line from the perspective of Earth, is relati…
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created about 1 month ago · 1 minute read
Why is pi day 2015 special?
Why is Pi Day 2015 Special? Pi Day 2015 was a significant event in the world of mathematics and science. […] The post Why is pi day 2015 special? appeared first on Life Sciences World.
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
What do third graders learn?
What Do Third Graders Learn? Introduction Third grade is a significant milestone in a child’s educational journey. It marks the […] The post What do third graders learn? appeared first on Life Sciences World.
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created about 2 months ago · 3 minutes read
Akram Khan and Manal AlDowayan premier Thikra: Night of Remembering commissioned by Wadi AlFann, ...
ALULA, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- THIKRA: NIGHT OF REMEMBERING A new performance production by Akram Khan and Manal AlDowayan premiered under the stars in the ancient oasis of AlUla, Saudi Arabia, on the 25th of January as part of the AlU…
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created about 2 months ago · 3 minutes read
5 Places To Enjoy A Sunny, Stress-Free Overseas Retirement In 2025
If overseas retirement is in your plans for 2025, here’s a round-up of some of the best places to live in the world.
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
Why is the number 69 funny?
Why is the Number 69 Funny? The number 69 has been a source of amusement and laughter for many people […] The post Why is the number 69 funny? appeared first on Life Sciences World.
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
What is the atlantic world?
What is the Atlantic World? The Atlantic world refers to the vast and diverse region that spans across the Atlantic […] The post What is the atlantic world? appeared first on Life Sciences World.
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created 2 months ago · 2 minutes read
Why study history worksheet?
Why Study History? Studying history is an essential part of a well-rounded education. It provides a unique perspective on the […] The post Why study history worksheet? appeared first on Life Sciences World.
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created about 2 months ago · 3 minutes read
Exploring Ancient Ruins and Historical Landmarks: The Must-See Historical Sites and Destination f...
Ancient ruins are windows into humanity’s past, offering glimpses of long-lost civilizations, their achievements, and their mysteries. From towering pyramids to intricately carved temples, these historical sites captivate the imagination of history lovers and…
Msgr. Alphonso Hackett · Created about 2 months ago · 3 minutes read