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Sixteen-year-old twins Harry and Barry stumble across a gateway to another universe, where a distortion in time and space causes a dramatic change in their competitive relationship.
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Fifteen year-olds Sharon and Eile are twins. They may look alike but the two girls couldn't be more different. Eile is a quiet and studious girl who does well in school. Sharon, on the other hand, is wild and always in trouble of one kind or another. It's nearly time for the girls to sit their Junior Certificate and time for the troublesome twin to hit the books, but one day she sees something that shakes her to the core. Study is the furthest thing from her mind as she tries to forget her shocking discovery. Meanwhile, Eile is stunned and terrified as she watches Sharon spiral out of control. Can Eile help her twin sister? Or is it too late?
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The shattered sun
The epic sword-and-sorcery Bound Gods fantasy series comes to its dark conclusion in this thrilling story of a vibrant world whose fate lies in the hands of vengeful gods and bold warriors. The world has been plunged into darkness . . . and only the scheming priest Joros might be able to bring back the sun. With his ragtag band of fighters--a laconic warrior, a pair of street urchins, a ruthless priestess, and an unhinged sorcerer--Joros seeks to defeat the ancient gods newly released from their long imprisonment. But the Twins have champions of their own, and powers beyond knowing . . . and the only sure thing is that they won't go down without a fight. The fate of the world hangs in the balance as the Twins aim to enact revenge on the parents that imprisoned them, and the world that spurned them. The Long Night has begun, and the shadows hide many secrets--including that the Twins themselves may not be as powerful as they would have everyone think. Joros and his allies must strike now--before the Twins can consolidate their power . . . and before they are allowed to shape the world in their vision.
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Literary tastes are as heritable as other human phenotypes: Evidence from twins’ library borrowing
Social science research argues that differences in individuals’ literary and cultural tastes originate in social environments. Yet, it might be that these differences are partly associated with genetic differences between individuals. To address this possibility, we use nation-scale registry data on library borrowing among Danish twins (
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= 67,900) to assess the heritability of literary tastes. We measure literary tastes via borrowing of books of different genres (e.g., crime and biographical novels) and formats (physical, digital, and audio) and decompose the total variance in literary tastes into components attributable to shared genes (heritability), shared environments (social environment shared by siblings), and unique environments (social environments not shared by siblings). We find that genetic differences account for 45–70 percent of the total variance in literary tastes, shared environments account for almost none of the variance, and unique environments account for a moderate share. These results suggest that literary tastes are approximately as heritable as other human phenotypes (e.g., physical traits, cognition, and health). Moreover, heritability is higher for socioeconomically disadvantaged groups than for advantaged groups. Overall, our results suggest that research should consider the role of genetic differences in accounting for individual differences in literary and broader cultural tastes.
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BZRK reloaded
The struggle for control between the Armstrong twins and the group known as BZRK continues with the stakes higher than ever.
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CARAS IDÉNTICAS. UNA TRAYECTORIA SEMIÓTICA
This article explores the poetic use of mirrors in Argentine literature, focusing on Silvina Ocampo's story \"La cara\" while also extending the analysis to works by Macedonio Fernandez, Julio Cortazar, and Jorge Luis Borges. The mirrors are examined as symbols that reflect and interrogate identity both literally and metaphorically, positioning them within a uniquely Argentine tradition distinct from the typical use of mirrors in European fantastical literature. The paper also presents an innovative comparison between literary mirrors and digital twins, suggesting that classical themes of duplication and reflection remain relevant in current discussions of digital identity and representation. La imagen del rostro diminuto reflejado en la cuchara del postre instila la intuición primigenia de una deformación, luego de una inversión, y marca muy temprano la experiencia con la necesidad de una alternativa entre la pragmática de la cara que vive comiendo y la auto-reflexión de un rostro que cesa de funcionar como boca animal porque se remira en un espejo:
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BZRK
In the near future, the conjoined Armstrong twins, under the guise of the Armstrong Fancy Gifts Corporation, plot to create their own version of utopia using nanobots, while a guerilla group known as BZRK develops a DNA-based biot that can stop bots, but at risk of the host's brain.
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The Meta-Metaverse: Ideation and Future Directions
In the era of digitalization and artificial intelligence (AI), the utilization of Metaverse technology has become increasingly crucial. As the world becomes more digitized, there is a pressing need to effectively transfer real-world assets into the digital realm and establish meaningful relationships between them. However, existing approaches have shown significant limitations in achieving this goal comprehensively. To address this, this research introduces an innovative methodology called the Meta-Metaverse, which aims to enhance the immersive experience and create realistic digital twins across various domains such as biology, genetics, economy, medicine, environment, gaming, digital twins, Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, machine learning, psychology, supply chain, social networking, smart manufacturing, and politics. The multi-layered structure of Metaverse platforms and digital twins allows for greater flexibility and scalability, offering valuable insights into the potential impact of advancing science, technology, and the internet. This article presents a detailed description of the proposed methodology and its applications, highlighting its potential to transform scientific research and inspire groundbreaking ideas in science, medicine, and technology.
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Marigold and rose : a fiction
Marigold and Rose is an enchanting, playful, and absolutely singular fable from the Nobel laureate and Pulitzer Prize winner Louise Glück. Simultaneously sad and funny, and shot through with a sense of stoic wonder, this small miracle of a book, following thirteen books of poetry and two collections of essays, is unlike anything Glück has written, while at the same time it is inevitable, transcendent.
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The Metaverse Review: Exploring the Boundless Ream of Digital Reality
The metaverse has emerged as a prominent topic with growing interest fueled by advancements in Web 3.0, blockchain, and immersive technologies. This paper presents a thorough analysis of the metaverse, showcasing its evolution from a conceptual phase rooted in science fiction to a dynamic and transformative digital environment impacting various sectors including gaming, education, healthcare, and entertainment. The paper introduces the metaverse, details its historical development, and introduces key technologies that enable its existence such as virtual and augmented reality, blockchain, and artificial intelligence. Further this work explores diverse application scenarios, future trends, and critical challenges including data privacy, technological limitations, and integration issues that must be addressed for the metaverse to reach its full potential. The significance of this study lies in its comprehensive nature, providing insights not only for researchers and practitioners but also for policymakers aiming to navigate the complexities of the metaverse and leverage its capabilities for societal advancements. Finaly, the paper forecast the future where the metaverse plays an integral role in reshaping human interaction, commerce, and creativity, thus emphasizing the need for ongoing research and collaborative efforts to unlock its vast possibilities.
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