How artificial intelligence undermines education

If you want to develop human intelligence, you can’t let students rely on artificial intelligence.Generative AI will transform the world, even if no one is quite sure what the end product will look like.

Why science can’t disprove the virgin birth

If you aren’t a Christian, the Christmas story can seem as far-fetched as Santa Claus.Billions of people have celebrated Christmas this year. It’s much more than a reason to decorate and spoil your kids or grandkids.

What, exactly, does the Right stand for?

Years of bickering over the meaning of American conservatism and the identity of the American Right, which had already escalated in the conspiracy-filled aftermath of coalition lynchpin Charlie Kirk’s horrific assassination, reached a fever pitch at Turning Point USA’s recent AmericaFest conference...

In the dark in San Francisco

We were at my brother’s residence in San Mateo County, just south of San Francisco -- watching the college football playoffs -- when my sister, who lives in San Francisco’s Richmond District where I was planning on spending the night, texted to let us know that the power was out in her neighborhood.

Chanukah is relevant for everyone -- but not in the way one might think

Of all the holidays on the Jewish calendar, Chanukah -- which began Dec. 14 -- has always been one of my favorites.

Revive the lost art of matchmaking

Forget Christmas socks, board games or even cash. The gift many single young adults want most is a spouse. Put on your Santa hat and keep your eyes out for potential matches.Marriage is a bedrock societal institution. It’s beneficial for those who tie the knot, too.

Remembering Kerrville

Sending blessings to Kerrville, Texas and surrounding counties this Christmas season. We all love you.Ms. Sheryl Lynn Key and Lampasas County citizens

Observations on a torrent of bad news

The past week has brought an unusual amount of bad news; so much that it’s been difficult to focus on any one item before you’re buffeted by the next horrific headline. Here are a few of my observations on some of these recent events.1.

Don’t go wobbly on China

As the sun rises on a new Trump-era geopolitical chapter, Washington confronts a defining choice: Will America view the People’s Republic of China and its regnant Communist Party through the rose-colored lens of transaction and diplomacy, or will it soberly recognize Beijing as America’s foremost...

The melting pot is boiling over

In one sense, the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution are the foundation of the country’s government. The Declaration laid out the principles we aspire toward. The Constitution established the three branches of government.