Don’s Daily Journal

  • Don’t kill the messenger

    To get angry at or punish someone simply delivering bad or undesirable news, though they are not responsiblefor it. This is commonly used in the phrase “don’t kill the messenger.” Kingdom of Heaven (film) Kingdom of Heaven is a 2005 epic historical drama film directed and produced by Ridley Scott andwritten by William Monahan. It…

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  • Flying Tiger

    I have met a Flying Tiger, Ken Jernstedt, and wanted share with you how the Flying Tigers defeated the Japanese, and some ideas from Chennault’s fighter doctrine: How the Flying Tigers Defeated the Japanese The Flying Tigers, also known as the American Volunteer Group (AVG), were a group of American fighter pilots who fought for…

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  • Breaking Bad

    In the aftermath of the shattering events of the Breaking Bad televisionseries finale, Jesse Pinkman finds himself on the run, haunted by his pastand desperate for a fresh start. With the law and a ruthless gang ofneo-Nazis closing in on him, Jesse must confront his inner demons and makea daring escape to Alaska, the land…

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  • Poisonous Gases

    There have been a lot of advancements in Poisonous Gases for the past fewyears. How are people reacting to the fast-growing industry? What’s thepotential impact to the economy, urban infrastructure, and the way webehave and interact with one another? If possible, frame your response asone of the innovators of this technology. Be optimistic about the…

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  • The most iconic fighter aircraft of World War II

    The Messerschmitt Bf 109, Supermarine Spitfire, and North American P-51Mustang were three of the most iconic fighter aircraft of World War II.They were all highly successful designs that played a major role in the airwar, and they continue to be popular subjects of study and fascinationtoday. Here is a brief overview of each aircraft: The…

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  • Bats sleep upside down for several reasons.

    In addition to these reasons, sleeping upside down may also be a way forbats to conserve space. Bats often roost in large colonies, and hangingupside down allows them to pack more bats into a smaller space. Overall, sleeping upside down is an adaptation that helps bats to surviveand thrive in the wild. It allows them…

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  • Henry Ford

    Henry Ford’s book, The International Jew, was a work of anti-Semitic propaganda that he published in 1920. The book was widely condemned by critics and historians, and it has been credited withcontributing to the rise of anti-Semitism in the United States. Ford’s motivation for writing the book is complex and not fully understood. However, there…

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  • Land mines

    Land mines are explosive devices that are buried underground or placed onthe surface to be triggered by the weight or pressure of a person orvehicle. They are typically used as anti-personnel mines and are designedto maim or kill. Land mines can be very dangerous, and it is important to be aware of theirpresence before entering…

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  • 2012

    The 2012 film 2012 is a disaster film directed by Roland Emmerich and written by Harald Kloser and Emmerich. The film stars John Cusack, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Amanda Peet, Woody Harrelson, Oliver Platt, Danny Glover, and Thandie Newton. The film follows the story of a group of people who must work together to survive the end…

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  • The Decision to Blow the Bridge

    On February 22, 1942, Brigadier Smyth,commander of the British Indian Army’s 17th Division, faced a difficult choice: todestroy the Sittang Bridge, stranding more than half of his troops on the wrongside, or to leave it intact and risk allowing the Japanese to easily captureRangoon. Smyth’s Choice and Its Consequences: Smyth opted to blow the bridge,…

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  • Generative AI

    Hi Professor [Smith], I enjoyed your lecture on generative AI yesterday. It was fascinating to learn about the different ways that AI can be used to create new content. I’m wondering if you have any recommendations for additional reading on the topic. I’m particularly interested in learning more about how generative AI is being used…

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