November 30, 2005
by Atanu Dey
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There is a persistent misconception in the English-speaking world that I have to every so often set right. It is this: because the numerals we use are called “Arabic,” the number system was invented by Arabs and by association, is … Continue reading
November 28, 2005
by Atanu Dey
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Some time ago, I had lamented India’s funding of Pakistani jehadi groups and then posted a followup to that. In a comment to the former post, Tanveer wrote a comment: Atanu: You are a Phd in economics, I am sure … Continue reading
November 15, 2005
by Atanu Dey
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What I Have Lived For Three passions, simple but overwhelmingly strong, have governed my life: the longing for love, the search for knowledge, and unbearable pity for the suffering of mankind. These passions, like great winds, have blown me hither … Continue reading
November 5, 2005
by Atanu Dey
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They don’t really intentionally kill babies just to make more money, do they? They wouldn’t, would they? Well, I don’t really know. Infant or baby formula was developed in the developed world when women began to join the work force … Continue reading
November 5, 2005
by Atanu Dey
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If you have wondered what exactly Bush is after, here’s a possible answer. What’s Blair after? Click on “Blair” in the frame. Most of us have read the transcript of Rice and Bush talking about who the leader of China … Continue reading
November 3, 2005
by Atanu Dey
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I just googled “information” and got 5,930,000,000 hits, or nearly 6 billion hits in 0.06 seconds. Compared to someone sitting at home about 20 years ago, my access to information from within the comfort of my home is a few … Continue reading
November 3, 2005
by Atanu Dey
23 Comments
“India funding Pakistani jehadis” prompted Dan to comment: Couldn’t you make the argument Indian charity and compassion during Pakistan’s time of need might make a positive impression on at least a few Pakistanis. Maybe the aid provided will change a … Continue reading