infrangible Definition: (adjective) Not capable of being violated or infringed. Synonyms: inviolable, absolute Usage: These rights we consider infrangible, no matter what else you may take away from us. Discuss.

Mikhail Vasilyevich Lomonosov (1711) With an extraordinarily broad education, Lomonosov became a prominent figure of 18th-century Russia in many capacities. He was a poet, a language reformer, a chemistry professor, and founder of Moscow State University. He created the first colored-glass mosaics in Russia. He designed a telescope and hypothesized the presence of an atmosphere on Venus. He cataloged more than 3,000 minerals and explained the origin of icebergs. His experiments in physics contradicted what commonly accepted theory? More…

Thou know’st the o’er-eager vehemence of youth, How quick in temper, and in judgment weak. Homer (900 BC-800 BC)

berate Definition: (verb) Censure severely or angrily. Synonyms: chew out, chide, rebuke, reproof, scold, lambast, reprimand, remonstrate Usage: The coach berated the players for their lackluster performance on the field. Discuss.

COUNCIL MEMBER FERNANDO CABRERA TO PRESENT CITATION TO SMALL BUSINESS OWNER, NEIGHBORHOOD PHILANTHROPIST     WHAT:          Presentation of New York City Council Citation to Hassan Ademaj, owner of Bella Pizza   WHEN:          Thursday, November 19th 2020 at 11:00 AM   WHERE:       Bella Pizza 4555 […]

Together with New York State Senator Jamaal Bailey, Assembly Members Kenneth Burgos and Karines Reyes, and Council Members Vanessa Gibson, union carpenters and contractors are donating turkeys to families in need across the Bronx.   Bronx, NY – The New York […]

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Asa Gray (1810) Considered one of the most important botanists in American history, Gray laid the foundation for the study of plants in North America. He made botanical expeditions to the western US, established Harvard University’s botany department, and wrote prodigiously on the subject of plants, producing several classic, still-valued textbooks. Charles Darwin was such an admirer of Gray’s work that he shared his theory of natural selection with Gray before publishing it. What toxin was named for Gray? More…

My last page is always latent in my first; but the intervening windings of the way become clear only as I write. Edith Wharton (1862-1937)

voidance Definition: (noun) The act of removing the contents of something. Synonyms: emptying, evacuation Usage: The voidance of one’s inbox after a long vacation is an unenviable task. Discuss.

People lined up to receive a large bag of canned goods and fresh produce Monday afternoon at the Parkside Houses located on Adee Avenue in the Bronx Park East section of the Bronx. On hand were Assemblywoman Nathalia Fernandez and […]

Lee Strasberg (1901) Strasberg was an American theatrical director, teacher, and actor. Expanding upon the teachings of Konstantin Stanislavsky, Strasberg developed the practice of “method acting,” in which actors use their own emotional memories as dramatic motivation. As director of the elite Actors Studio in New York City, he trained actors such as Marlon Brando, Marilyn Monroe, and Dustin Hoffman. He had a profound influence on American theater and film. What news did he receive on the day before he died? More…

All truly great art is optimistic. The individual artist is happy in his creative work. The fact that practically all great art is tragic does not in any way change the above thesis. Upton Sinclair (1878-1968)

legerity Definition: (noun) The gracefulness of a person or animal that is quick and nimble. Synonyms: agility, lightsomeness Usage: Common house cats have an extraordinary legerity that enables them to almost always land on their feet. Discuss.