#mla cheated

[he13na]

These gatekeeping gremlins need to sit the entire hell down. Like oh, congratulations, babe, you typed out your 60k slow burn fic without any help—want a cookie? No one's taking away your Tumblr Gold Star for Suffering. But acting like anyone who uses AI is some kind of intellectual bottom-feeder? Absolutely not. That’s elitist nonsense masquerading as moral superiority, and it reeks of insecurity.

Let me tell you something real: knowing how to use tools, including AI, to better yourself, learn things schools won’t touch, or just get shit done more efficiently? That’s called ADAPTABILITY. It’s a freaking superpower. Meanwhile, the “I’m better because I suffer through everything manually” crowd is just romanticizing struggle like it's a personality trait.

You can learn valuable stuff—on your terms, in your time, for your benefit. That is badass. That is powerful. And anyone sneering at that can go reread their own angry text post like it’s a Shakespearean tragedy, because clearly, they love the drama.

The vibe is "I suffered, so you should too." Like okay, Grandpa, just because you walked uphill both ways in the snow to write fanfic with nothing but MS Paint and a prayer doesn't mean the rest of us need to. It's giving boomer with a superiority complex, but make it ✨digitally condescending✨.

What they don't get is that growth doesn’t have to come from misery. You don’t have to struggle to earn your place in the world. Using resources smartly isn’t cheating—it’s EVOLUTION. You think Einstein would've said “no thanks” to a calculator out of some weird purist pride? Hell no. He’d be like, “Give me the tech, I’ve got theories to flex.”

So if these digital boomers want to gatekeep enlightenment because it didn’t come soaked in their personal suffering—let them. Meanwhile, others will be busy actually learning, creating, and elevating while they’re stuck in 2011 with their holier-than-thou typewriter vibes. Catch up or kindly get out of the way.

ChatGPT users are not the problem. Their bitter nostalgia complex is.

That and now people think using em dash is AI. Lemme tell you something Kayleigh, some of us actually majored in English in college. We were taught and instructed to use em dashes because they belong in sentences. Grammar is an academic class. I'm sick of these Regina Georges of the internet acting like they’ve cracked some Da Vinci code every time they see an em dash and go, “Ummm this is giving AI…” Girl, WHAT? Since when did basic punctuation become a war crime?

Listen, Ava, just because you discovered grammar on TikTok last week doesn’t mean the rest of us are AI clones. Some of us sat through ten thousand workshops and wrote fifteen-page close readings on Virginia Woolf’s use of syntax, okay? We bled MLA formatting. We were born into the semicolon; we didn’t merely adopt it. The sheer audacity of equating using proper, elegant, academically validated punctuation with “must be AI” is just another flavor of intellectual laziness wrapped in performative superiority. Like—no, sweetie, it’s not AI. It’s called knowing the goddamn English language. Shocking, I know. So let them spiral in their grammatical ignorance. We’re not just writing—we’re serving literary finesse, and they simply can’t handle that level of educated flair. Keep using your em dashes, babes. The English department would be proud.

It really is giving “Goody Proctor was seen using ChatGPT under the light of a blood moon” and now the whole village is clutching their pitchforks and pearl necklaces like it’s The Crucible: Tumblr Edition. Like damn, Sophie, what’s next—burning us at the stake for bolding text or using proper paragraph structure?

They’re out here acting like being a Non-AI User is some kind of moral compass. Babes, it’s not a religion. You’re not a better person because you wrote your essay while crying into a candle and stabbing the paper with a quill. And the idea that using AI makes someone a “cheater” or “lazy” is just thinly veiled fear of change masquerading as virtue. What’s actually lazy? Refusing to adapt, learn, or question your own biases. What’s actually scary? People treating nuanced tools like digital heresy because it threatens their little superiority bubble.

So yeah, it’s 100% giving “witchhunt”—but plot twist: we’re the smart witches. We’ve got scrolls, spells, and spellcheck. They’ve got vibes and vitriol. And history has shown that when you burn the witches, the real magic dies. Not today, Puritan Tumblr. Not. Today.

And like I get the concern about real artists being stolen from, but that's not the point here. ChatGPT ACTUALLY HELPS PEOPLE. If they think they're too cool to access information that's there and right in front of them.... that's their loss. These zealots are missing the fact that two things can be true at the same time. YES, we can (and should) talk about protecting real artists, preventing plagiarism, and making sure AI isn't being used unethically. Those are valid conversations. But that’s NOT what most of these people are actually doing. They’re just waving the “ethics” flag while being condescending and smug AF toward people who are using AI to grow, learn, and better themselves.

Some of us are over here expanding our minds, leveling up, actually using the resources available like a grown, curious, intelligent adult, and they’re sitting on their high horses gatekeeping knowledge like it's some elite club with a velvet rope and a powdered wig. NEWSFLASH: Using ChatGPT doesn’t make you a robot. It doesn’t mean you have no creativity, no intelligence, or no soul. You know what it does mean? That you’re resourceful, adaptive, and unafraid to explore new tech to make your life better. That’s not a red flag, babe. That’s a power move.

So go ahead and rot in your handcrafted moral superiority echo chamber. Others are out here in the 21st century, tapping into a global library of ideas, asking the big questions, and evolving like baddie scholars. If anti AI crusaders wanna miss out on all that because they’re too busy moralizing over punctuation and purity? That’s their tragic little loss.

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THE FOOL

p. pascal x f!oc

Masterlist | Playlist

Summary: They’re finally wrapping on the season with just a few scenes left to film. One of them being the most anticipated moments of the season; when Naela and Pedro’s characters give in to their deepest desires on camera.

Words: 2.1k

Warnings: Mentions of cheating, filming an explicit scene and horknee Pedro!

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CHAPTER FIVE — CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT

The last episode. All of their training and hard work had led them to this moment. For this scene, they’d spent a few hours with instructors on how to be safe in a helicopter. Javi and Lucia were meant to be chasing one of Pablo’s accomplice’s in a helicopter, and the production team made sure they followed all of the protocols and procedures.

It was all pretty easy, keep your limbs inside and know how a parachute works just in case. The only part Naela disliked was the outfit.

Pedro covered his mouth as his eyes landed on her, trying to mask his chuckle. She was trying to tighten the straps on her vest but they were already as tight as possible. Her face twisted with frustration.

“What?” She looked down at the bullet proof vest that hung off of her, the heavy headphones almost slipping off of her head as she did so. She quickly straightened them and folded her arms. Boyd turned at the sound of Pedro’s laughter and smiled along with him.

“I’m sorry, I’m sorry.” Pedro took a deep breath.

Boyd rolled his eyes playfully. “What he means to say is you look beautiful, Naela. But I’m gonna go ask for a smaller vest, okay?” Even he couldn’t help it. He started chuckling as he finished and walked away. Pedro gave her an adoring smile as she pouted.

“Okay, I’m sorry. It’s an adorable look on you. How can I make it up to you, Naela?” He stepped toward her, and the familiar sense of tension started to build in her stomach.

“You could start by writing a ten page apology in MLA format,” she joked. He instantly burst into laughter, throwing his head back.

"Yes, ma'am. I'll have it done by the morning." She chuckled, and there was a short pause. His eyes lingered on hers as he smiled adoringly at her. Her worries about the scenes they would need to shoot later crept back into the front of her mind. Not only was she scared to be riding in a helicopter for the first time, she would be filming her first explicit scene, and with Pedro Pascal of all people.

She didn't have time to dwell on it though, because Boyd returned with a smaller, but still a ridiculous-looking vest. Pedro approached as well to assist her in tightening the straps. Once it felt secure, she held up an awkward thumbs up and Pedro patted her on the back.

Ugh. What was he doing to her? Flirting with her every chance he got and then knocking her down a peg with a damn pat on the back? It wasn't the first time Pedro had done something incredibly neutral, either. It would sometimes be an awkward side hug, or a comment about "friends" or even just a lack of intensity during one of their many interactions. Either way, every time it stung just as bad as the last. Why did he have to work her up, make her think they had something, and then in the next breath, make her wonder if he felt the same at all. Was it intentional? God, the things she would do to be able to see inside his head for even a second.

The helicopter that was dormant the entire time next to them suddenly began to start up, startling her out of her negative thoughts. The director shouted some directions that Naela could barely hear over the whirring of the blades in the wind. She followed Pedro and Boyd into the helicopter, along with a cameraman in the passenger seat and the pilot. Boyd took the farthest seat, but Pedro hesitated as he watched her climb in.

"You get in the middle instead, just in case." Naela realized they had turned their headsets on, hearing Pedro's smooth voice clearly. She nodded, happily accepting every ounce of special treatment he gave her. It was a little tight between the two broad men, but Naela didn't mind one bit. Crew members handed them their stage weapons from outside of the helicopters and soon they were lifting off into the air.

Naela could honestly say her first helicopter ride was a success. It was a little nerve-wracking, practically hanging out of the door to pretend shoot at someone, but she felt safe with everyone with her and the straps holding her inside. She could tell she looked badass doing it too. She didn't feel the same way when they landed, however. She lasted a only a few seconds before she had to run to the other side of the helicopter to empty the contents of her stomach. Luckily Pedro helped her feel less embarrassed by telling her the cameraman looked like he was going to do the same the entire time they were filming in the air.

They took a minute, just sitting in the AC and drinking water once they got back to the studio lot. Pedro sat with her the entire time, chatting and getting her anything she needed. Once she felt well enough to eat, they joined the others for lunch at the group of tables they set up inside.

Still feeling a little queasy, Naela picked up some fresh fruit and cheese slices from the charcuterie board. Once she grabbed a water bottle for herself, she made her way over to the table Boyd, Joanna, Pedro, and Paulina were sitting at.

Naela was mostly quiet, other than answering a few questions and butting in on occasion. She barely touched her food and hoped everyone would believe it was because she got sick earlier. Honestly, after thinking about what scene they were scheduled to film next, she felt like she had to throw up all over again.

Pedro hung back once the others started trickling away to take a break or prepare for their next scene. They sat in silence for a moment as he finished his food.

He sighed, “So.” Naela chuckled after a second, happy he broke the awkward silence.

“So,” she mimicked him.

“We should talk about the next scene we have to do, Naela.” He crumbled up his napkin after wiping his mouth.

“Yeah, I guess so,” she responded nervously, shifting in her seat next to him.

“I want you to know that if at any point you feel uncomfortable, just say the word, and I’ll stop. Even though it’s not real, it can be…intense sometimes.” He looked her directly in the eye, and she could feel the seriousness in his words. “I don’t care if the crew has anything to say about it. We’re not doing anything you don’t want to do.”

She nodded, feeling a little more relieved. “Okay. Thank you.”

He just smiled warmly at her before pulling himself up out of his seat and extending his hand out to her. She took it graciously and followed him to the costumes trailer.

For her peace of mind, it was only Pedro, the director, and the bare minimum camera and audio crew. It still felt like an entire audience as she sauntered out in her robe that covered her mostly exposed body, other than a thin nude thong and pasties. So, essentially, she was naked. She continuously told herself how grateful she was to have this opportunity as she was getting ready. As expected, she was doubting those thoughts in this moment.

Pedro was sitting casually on the bed as the crew made the final adjustments to the lighting and setup. He gave her a reassuring smile as she approached him, her arms wrapped around her midsection like a shield.

“Still nervous?” She nodded, feeling a smile creep back onto her face once she noticed his attire. She really had no reason to be embarrassed as he was sitting in front of her with the smallest nude breifs she’d ever seen. She forced her eyes to focus on his face.

“Okay, now remember,” Tom, the director butted in as he stepped forward. “You were just out celebrating taking down one of Escobar’s allies. The excitement reels the both of you in even though you agreed to never do this again.”

Pedro nodded, “It’s bad for work, but I don’t care.” He looked directly at Naela as he said this. Damn.

“Yes, exactly. You’re too lost in eachother to care about the rules. Take a second to really get in the moment.” He backed away, making sure they understood before returning to the chair behind the screen. Pedro pulled himself back onto the bed and positioned himself on his knees, facing the headboard of Lucia’s bed. Reluctantly, she approached the side of the bed as a member of the crew helped position the blanket around Pedro’s waist.

“Ready?” He looked up at her with a sincere and comforting smile. She nodded, taking a deep breath before slowly untying her robe. Pedro instinctively grabbed the blanket behind him and held it up, covering the crew’s view as the silk slipped off of her shoulders. Her arms instantly wrapped around her waist, feeling the cold air all around her. She didn’t hesitate to slip under the covers with him as the camera was positioned parallel to their bodies. She watched, looking around at everyone as they looked into the camera’s and their feedback on the screens for the director.

“Hey, look at me.” Pedro was looming over her now, his muscles flexing as he planted his hands on either side of her.

“Don’t pay attention to them. Just breathe,” he instructed. She could barely hold eye contact and she had no idea what to do with her hands.

“Okay, angle looks good…Pedro, can you lift her legs up a bit?” Tom projected across the set. Pedro looked at her before answering, waiting for her permission. Her chest still heaving with anxiety, she oblidged and wrapped her legs around his waist.

“Okay, great, now bring your chest closer, Pedro.” He sighed, letting his head fall.

“You’re sure this is okay?” He asked, concern in his brow.

“Yeah, yeah, it’s fine. Promise.” Naela mustered up the best smile she could as she looked up at him.

“Okay…” With that, he slinked one arm under her waist and with the other, he planted his forearm next to her shoulder. She could feel the warmth from his bare chest on her skin, making her feel much less exposed. Their faces were inches apart now as they waited for more instruction.

“That’s perfect, just give us one second…okay, season one, episode 12, scene 28, marker…and action!”

Suddenly, everything felt so real. She was in the same mindset as Lucia. Every kiss, every touch felt meaningful, even though she knew they were not. She was in the moment and she wished so badly that she could have this in real life. The way Pedro sounded, the way he spoke to her was divine in a way that she could never describe. His voice sent goosebumps across her skin.

At the same time, she knew it was wrong. So wrong. She’d never even thought about cheating on anyone, but now she wished she was. She wished she started four months ago when they met.

If she were honest with herself, she knew her relationship with Josh wasn’t going anywhere. He was still in the college mindset, not taking his career seriously and spending most of his free time partying or playing video games. He consistently gave her the absolute bare minimum when deep down, she deserved to be treated like a princess. That was exactly how she felt with Pedro.

So, no, Naela didn’t feel bad. In fact, she felt incredible. Although she wasn’t getting any relief, per se, she was absolutely drunk on the feeling of their clothes hips gyrating together. Their moans were almost too convincing as the camera closed in on them. Knowing they were nearing the end of the scene, Pedro forced her wrists on either side of her and planted a passionate kiss on her lips for a big finish. She wouldn’t have known the director called cut off Pedro hadn’t withdrawn himself back onto his knees, making sure she stayed covered. His chest was heaving as he looked down at her with an unfamiliar expression on his face. He almost looked annoyed…or hungry?

“Here,” he whispered as he leaned over the edge of the bed, grabbing her robe. He handed it to her beneath the blanket and tried his best not to watch as she wrapped it around herself again.

“Thank you.” She smirked as she noticed his hands blocking her view below his waist. She decided not to tease him verbally, but she did feel like it was necessary to sway her hips with purpose as she walked off to the dressing room.

Flirting isn’t technically cheating, right?

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my mom says since I'm burnt out I should try ai for writing all my essays 😋 see if you can spot my additions

"Let America Be America Again" is a powerful poem written by Langston Hughes. While it's often referred to as an essay due to its length and thematic depth, it is primarily a poem. Hughes, one of the most prominent figures of the Harlem Renaissance, was known for his poignant portrayals of the African American experience in America. Don't turn your face. Stop crying.

In "Let America Be America Again," Hughes explores the idea of the American Dream and its promise of freedom, equality, and opportunity for all. However, he juxtaposes this idealized vision with the harsh realities faced by marginalized groups, particularly African Americans, immigrants, and the poor. You know nobody's listening to you anymore, right? Nobody wrote this. This doesn't mean anything. It's empty.

The poem begins with a call to reclaim the true essence of America, as envisioned by its founders, where liberty and justice are guaranteed for everyone. However, Hughes quickly delves into the disillusionment felt by those who have been oppressed and marginalized throughout American history. He screams and cries about the struggles and hardships faced by African Americans, Native Americans, immigrants, and workers who have been exploited and denied their rights. Your peers' perfect work can be automated away easily. So easily. Do you understand? Your work can't, but you can't make it anymore. It's gone. Ash under your fingernails. Are you listening to me?

Despite the disillusionment and despair, Hughes maintains a sense of stupid and insipid hope throughout the poem. He envisions a future where America lives up to its ideals, where equality and freedom are not just empty promises but tangible realities for all its citizens, one that didn't happen then and won't happen now without a bloody and terrible revolution. He calls for solidarity among the oppressed and marginalized, urging them to fight for their rights and demand justice. Do you even think she'll read it? God wouldn't that be funny. Do you remember cheating on your Spanish homework? You always lie like this don't you. You don't know what else to do.

Overall, "Let America Be America Again" is a poem and it's stupid. It's a powerful critique of the gap between America's ideals and its reality, as well as a call to action for social justice and equality. It remains a poignant and relevant piece of literature that continues to resonate with readers today. A perfect five paragraphs. It would do MLA format perfectly if you asked it to. What a fucking whore. Paige can't write anything that isn't this. She doesn't even think things other than this exist. The problem with her is that she's right and you're wrong. You're alone. Spit and cry and write in the wrong ways all you want. They've eaten you alive.

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MARSTON. ━︎━︎ ZSAKUVA STRICT PROFESSOR !

chapter four - ❝with love, y/n.❞

← previous chapter: chapter three - "boo!" next chapter: chapter five - "the letters of abelard and heloise." →

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SYNOPSIS / Y/N is given the next assignment before the Christmas holidays.

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Y / N

AS THE door swung open with Professor Marston entering the room, two minutes passed schedule, I think about how this was the first time he has ever been late to his own lectures. Not that two minutes was even a big deal, but I guess it was to Professor Marston, as he was always, and obviously, the first person you see right when you walk in; laptop on, projector screen lit, powerpoint slides ready, his hands so calm when he undoes one button on his vest. If it wasn't a vest or those business casual blazers, it would be a turtleneck that fits through his average-built figure like a glove. 

Fifty of us sleep-deprived students watch him type something into his laptop. Without even looking up from the screen, his voice projects the entire room. "Apologies for the delay, everyone. It happens every once in a blue moon, but I'll be sure to not let that happen again, especially during final exam season."

Two minutes must feel like two hours for this guy.

So far everything was beyond anyone's interests, but I was invested without force. I observe the answers shared with the class, some that clearly meant they never cared for analyzing what was written, for instance. 

Yet despite the boredom, Professor Marston made it much more interesting. If he had taught Academic English in high school, students would be getting high grades out of appreciating literature, and Sparknotes would be the last thing they would think of using. 

It made me appreciate him as a professor.

"I hope you all enjoyed Halloween and reading week. I was able to get a head start on curating the final exams with Jeremy and Chris, and I was given the opportunity to grade everyone's midterms that is now posted on Moodle. If not by the end of this week, you are more than welcome to e-mail me, but everyone should have theirs by now."

I cringed.

"DO the citations have to be in alpha?" the student whispers to me from my right.

I made a scrunching face. "Most professors expect that, but I doubt Professor Marston would care, honestly."

"No talking," Professor Marston sternly says from his desk.

Nothing feels more relieving than seeing a decent grade on Moodle, like an elephant taking it's feet off your lungs. But at this moment, I'm starting to have doubts. Though I fantasize being alone with this young Professor who most of these students on campus know of, I will never forgive him for unintentionally distracting me while I wrote my thesis. Even though he never stared at me while I was writing it, just feeling his presence made me tense up and hook a leg over the other.

I must have read my work like twelve times by now. One grammatical error and that's an Introductory English writing level and not academia I strive in profoundness. If we were in the near-future, Grammarly would be installed in a microchip planted somewhere in my brain, and all students who desperately give up their limbs to have it would be scholars but with a cheat code. 

I looked back down to read the title of my midterm.

The Stimulating Growth of Pre-Socratic Philosophers

Such a broad title for a minimum two page essay. 

I submitted it, anyway...

With a heart drawn beside his first and last name in the MLA formatted four-line header.

HE LOOKED over at me for half a second, and I quickly looked down at my binder. It wasn't just out of guilt, but out of sheer embarrassment. He looks at dozens of students and not think of it, but after submitting my in-class midterm that I practically slaved over last week, it was hard to fight the urge to run out of this lecture hall. Reading week was for us to prep for that 15% worth our final grade. But of course, due to the dauntless act I committed, the content in my midterm isn't why my mind is racing right now.

"Don't fucking kill me! Are you trying to get yourself expelled?!" my friend Brittany exclaimed with laughter, nearly choked from her vape pen.

"Withdrawn, but no." I shrug, hugging myself from the fall-winter breeze outside on the courtyard. "What? You think he'll notice?"

"No, Y/N. Your hypercritical British professor is definitely not gonna notice the heart drawn beside his own fucking name in black ink. It was nice knowing you."

"Professor Marston is not hypercritical," I say defensively. "He's strict but he's fair."

Brittany hummed. "Right, defend your man. You're swarmed with anxiety, I can see it." She offers me a toke from her pen. I shake my head in decline. She then playfully shook me by the shoulders. "So, what are you gonna do now?"

I took her hands off me. "I haven't checked my midterm mark, but I will tonight. He doesn't give back our assignments so he just posts our grades and feedback online. Oh, and I have to work on the second long assignment he just gave us. It's due before Christmas."

Brittany gasps. "Oh my God, sign it With Love, Y/N in your concluding paragraph, and put a lipstick stain. I will buy you a fucking Ferrari if you do it."

Brittany had a love for me like any close friend would, but I know I'll only be able to see her on weekends once I'm summoned to Andrew's office or possibly the Dean's, followed by emails bringing up the severity of what could happen if a professor in any way obliged to my persistence, with genuine reciprocation or not... he could get fired, I could be called the worst names that'll sting like hell until I could switch to a different school. 

"Oh don't give me ideas," I joke. "And for the record, you would buy me a Tesla instead."

That night I got the chance to check. I was stalling, giving myself lame excuses not to check. It's too early, I'm not finished with this episode I'm watching right now, my laptop is acting up. 

I took in a deep breath and dove in the high tides of the Moodle gradebook. 

84%. 

Excellent work. Focus on making your arguments less verbose and more concise. Avoid contractions. 

Your citations must be in alphabetical order.

Regards

Professor Marston. 

An elephant took its feet off my lungs, and I was able to breathe again. I flew back on my bed, before sitting back up and planning the next long assignment.

The Dynamics of

...of what, exactly? I'm not sure just yet. I have until the last two weeks before the Christmas holidays to figure it out. 

I was walking on eggshells. Why am I suddenly planning my next attempt to get my professor's attention? What good will come out of it?

My little doodle was something childish, I'm aware, but is he not going to talk about the giant elephant in the room? Just like the other students, I became attracted to Professor Marston since syllabus week in my first year, but I went through trouble, and still am, just so he could take the hint. Despite all my attempts, he was smart to ignore my excess compliments and friendly waves down the corridors, or at least not even think of it as me coming onto him at all... and I wonder what he must be thinking about me right now. 

The frustration comes as I open a new tab, logging onto the virtual university library and came upon the dozens of search results. The Letters of Abelarde and Héloïse.

I return to the open document page with the cursor still blinking at the unfinished title. I type.

The Dynamics of Controversial Relationships in Fictional Literature.

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Men that cheat should have their balls chopped off. Dream included.

where has dream cheated. give me mla citations of ur sources

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A CCTV footage has come out exhibiting the 24-year-old legislation pupil who was allegedly gangraped, being dragged from the gate to contained in the premises of South Calcutta Law College by two accused, a report mentioned, quoting Kolkata Police sources.  Kolkata Police on Friday arrested three accused in reference to the gangrape. Among them, two are present college students of the faculty whereas the third, Manojit Mishra, is an alumnus. (File)(Hindustan Times FILE ) The incident passed off earlier final week on June 25 inside the faculty positioned in Kolkata’s Kasba space. According to police, the girl, a pupil of South Calcutta Law College, was allegedly gangraped by two senior college students and a former pupil contained in the guard’s room on the faculty campus. The video reportedly helps the survivor’s criticism during which she acknowledged that the primary accused, Manojit Mishra, had instructed two others to forcibly take her to the guard room, NDTV reported. "The CCTV footage confirms the woman's allegations. It shows the movements of the three accused, the security guard, and the victim. We are currently examining the footage," a police officer informed NDTV. Kolkata Police on Friday arrested three accused in reference to the gangrape. Among them, two are present college students of the faculty whereas the third, Manojit Mishra, is an alumnus. The survivor filed a police criticism on June 26, a day after the incident. She was ‘gangraped’ after turning down marriage proposal: PoliceKolkata Police suspect that the alleged gangrape of the legislation pupil might have been triggered by her rejection of a wedding proposal from the prime accused.  “The legislation faculty pupil was gang-raped as she turned down the wedding proposal of the primary accused,” a police officer mentioned. The lady had reportedly informed the three accused that she was “pleased” along with her boyfriend and wouldn't “cheat” him. Investigators are but to verify whether or not the assault was premeditated. So far, 4 individuals have been arrested in reference to the case — Manojit Mishra, Promit Mukherjee, Zaid Ahmed, and the faculty guard. Mishra is accused of raping the coed, whereas the opposite two allegedly filmed the assault to blackmail her later. Manojit Mishra is related to the Trinamool Congress’s youth wing. However, the celebration has mentioned this is not going to protect him from penalties. The case has sparked political tensions throughout the ruling celebration. On Saturday, the survivor was taken to the faculty for a criminal offense scene reconstruction. A five-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by an officer of assistant commissioner rank, is at present investigating the case. The survivor’s medical report has confirmed gangrape, citing proof of forceful penetration, chunk marks, and nail scratches. Public outrage over the incident continues to mount, alongside political clashes between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the BJP. Internal rifts have additionally emerged throughout the TMC, following controversial feedback by celebration leaders. MP Kalyan Banerjee sparked criticism together with his comment: “If a buddy rapes a buddy, how are you going to guarantee safety? Will there be police in faculties? This was executed by college students to a different pupil. Who will shield her (sufferer)?” MLA Madan Mitra appeared to echo the same view, saying, “This incident has despatched a message to ladies that if somebody calls you when the faculty is closed, do not go; nothing good will come of it. If that lady had not gone there, this incident would not have occurred.” TMC MP Mahua Moitra, nevertheless, condemned these remarks. “Misogyny in India cuts throughout celebration traces,” she mentioned. “What differentiates @AITCofficial is that we condemn these disgusting feedback irrespective of who makes them.” Read More: https

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Chennai Buzz: Your Latest Updates on News, Events, and City Life Today

Introduction: Chennai, the vibrant capital of Tamil Nadu, is a city that never stands still. From significant infrastructure developments to cultural celebrations and critical civic issues, there's always something happening that impacts its residents. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the Latest Chennai News, what's making headlines Today Chennai News, and a glimpse into Today Chennai Events, offering a snapshot of the city's dynamic pulse.

Latest Chennai News and Today's Headlines: The past few days and Today Chennai News have been marked by a mix of developmental strides, civic concerns, and legal proceedings. A major highlight is the Tamil Nadu government's proactive steps in the land acquisition process for the proposed Parandur airport project. The government has formulated a rehabilitation and resettlement package for displaced families, offering competitive compensation of up to Rs 2.57 crore per acre to landowners, signaling a swift move forward for this significant infrastructure undertaking. However, the Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) is facing scrutiny, with DMRC's hiring for Phase-2 drawing criticism for reportedly low salaries, and a tragic incident of a girder collapse at a Metro site earlier this month leading to a Rs 1 crore fine for the contractor.

Civic issues remain a persistent concern. Encroachments continue to plague footpaths across Chennai, hindering pedestrian movement and forcing people onto busy roads. Residents are vocal about damaged and missing pavements, urging for better urban planning and enforcement. On a positive note, the revitalized Blue Flag beach at Marina is set to be launched in the second week of July, promising enhanced recreational spaces for Chennaiites. Efforts are also underway to clean channels to boost water storage in Chennai reservoirs, as steady Krishna water inflow is being reported.

In the realm of law and order, Chennai news reports include the arrest of a 22-year-old Mumbai man for sexually harassing a student on the IIT Madras campus. Additionally, the Madras High Court has summoned MLA 'Poovai' Jagan Moorthy in a minor's abduction case. Tragic incidents include the drowning of two children in a small lake in Thirusulam and the electrocution of a 23-year-old laborer working without safety gear in an underground drain. Cybercrime is also on the rise, with a Chennai man cheated of Rs 2.26 crore in a fake share trading scam.

Today Chennai Events: A Glimpse into the City's Vibrancy: Beyond the daily headlines, Today Chennai Events offer a diverse range of activities for residents. The city recently celebrated its 17th Annual Chennai Rainbow Pride March, drawing thousands of participants from across India and abroad, showcasing a powerful display of identity, solidarity, and happiness. This event underscored Chennai's inclusive spirit and its commitment to diversity.

For those seeking entertainment, various circuses like Olympian Circus and Gemini Circus are ongoing. Live performances, including music concerts and stand-up comedy shows, are regularly hosted at venues like Nehru Indoor Stadium, Sir Mutha Venkatasubba Rao Concert Hall, and Medai - The Stage. Workshops ranging from 3D printing to clay miniature and neon painting are also available for those looking to learn new skills. For fitness enthusiasts, numerous virtual and in-person runs and marathons, such as the "Run for Soldiers - CRPF Day 2025" and various 5K and 10K runs, are actively promoted. Exhibitions and trade fairs are also a regular feature, with the Chennai Trade Centre hosting a variety of events throughout the year.

Conclusion: Chennai news reflects a city that is constantly evolving, addressing challenges while also celebrating its rich cultural fabric and vibrant community. From crucial infrastructure projects like the Parandur airport and ongoing Metro expansion to the daily struggles with civic amenities and the diverse array of Today Chennai Events, the city remains a dynamic hub. Staying informed about Latest Chennai News is essential for residents to navigate and contribute to the growth and well-being of this bustling metropolis.

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Looking for a Reliable Essay Writer in the UK? Here's What You Need to Know

In today’s academic landscape, students are juggling more responsibilities than ever — from attending lectures and managing part-time jobs to keeping up with family, health, and social commitments. Amidst all this, crafting high-quality essays on time can become a real challenge. That’s where hiring a professional essay writer comes into play.

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Madras High Court Upholds Conviction of Tamil Nadu MLA In Cheating Case

Chennai: The Madras High Court on Friday upheld the order of a trial court, which convicted and sentenced Papanasam MLA M H Jawahirullah and four others in connection with a cheating case. Justice P Velmurugan dismissed the criminal revision petitions filed by Jawahriullahh, S Hyder Ali and G M Sheik, which challenged the order of the Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate, Egmore, passed in…

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12th Fail Film: The Review

Journey of Struggle & Hard Work!

Star cast of 12th fail film with true story's real characters Plot: The film tells the story of a boy who fails 12th grade in his first year because the DSP raids the school. Nobody can cheat at school and he like all of the other students fails. Then he and his brother start a Jugaad in the village, but the village's MLA confiscates it and imprisons him and his brother. At the police station, the officers ask him to bring his gun, but instead of returning home, he goes to the DSP's house and tells him everything. The DSP then accompany him to the police station and secures his brother's release from jail. On the way home, the DSP offers a lift to both of them. Then he asks the DSP if he too wants to become a DSP, what response does the DSP give him? You will have to watch the film. Would he be able to become a DSP? But who will help him financially? Will his family allow him to go to the city to study? Watch the film to know all of the answers. Tone and Theme: This film has a motivational & emotional drama tone. The theme of this film is loborious and fight. It's based on a true incident from 1997. The goal of making this film is to depict the life of a boy from a small village in Madhya Pradesh's Chambal region, his struggle, hard work, austerity, love, anger, difficulties, obstacles, being financially weak and not giving up until he reaches his destination, the village's poor financial situation, taking responsibility for the family while studying, and his journey from beginning to end of his life. Acting and characters: Vikrant Massey has played Manoj the most difficult role in his film career with great ease and seriousness. His performance throughout the film from the first to the last scene is worth watching.Those who are struggling and working hard to achieve their life goals will gain a valuable lesson, motivation, and a never-say-die attitude from watching Manoj's story in this film. Vikrant Massey acting it out, particularly those preparing for UPSC Exams. His acting is of the highest quality. No other actor could have played a better role whether it's his facial half-expressions, crying, anger, body language, dressing sense, suffering, pain, sorrow and his brilliant and wonderful dialogue delivery. He has poured all of the emotions of human life into this character. No amount of praise for his acting would suffice. Priyanshu Chatterjee's acting as DSP Dushyant Singh is also superb. It's a small but important role and he's demonstrated how one small thing can change a person's entire life by playing it with complete honesty. Medha Shankar's performance as Shraddha Sharma is also good. Seeing the chemistry between the two in the film creates a different kind of peace; the acting of all the supporting characters is also well-trained. Everyone has honestly represented their characters. Direction, Story, Screenplay, and Dialogue: This film is directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, who needs no introduction or name, he is counted among the best and greatest directors of the Hindi film industry, he is considered a very talented and extraordinary director, his films include Parinda, 1942 A Love Story, Kareeb, Mission Kashmir, Shikara and Eklavya, among others. He is regarded as a filmmaking master, having progressed from parallel cinema to mainstream cinema and produced a wide range of films. His direction of this film is also excellent and grip is intact throughout the film, from beginning to end; his presence is visible in every department of the film; he was able to extract very good acting from all of the characters; and the film's story is based on a true incident, so we can't say much. The film's screenplay is strong and well-written. The dialogues in the film are very well written and touch the heart deeply. Jaskunwar Kohli also contributed significantly to the screenplay. Editing: Jaskunwar Kohli and Vidhu Vinod Chopra have done an excellent job. The film's pace is also quick; there is never a dull moment in the film and the scene transitions are seamless. Rangarajan Ramabadran's Cinematography is superb; he shot the village scenes beautifully, and the film was shot well using all camera angles, with some scenes shot from the sky turning out very well. Music by Shantanu Moitra is very melodious and it syncs perfectly with the mood of the film. Lyricist: Swanand Kirkire's lyrics like Bolo Na and Restart are very melodic and heartfelt. Prashant Bidkar is a superb Production Designer. Manav Shrotriya does good Sound design as well. Climax: It's very emotional and heartwarming. Art Direction of Hemant Wagh is superb and magnificent. Costume Designing of Malvika Bajaj is also according to the characters and sync with their personalities. Some scenes are very moving, such as the climax scene in which he falls to the ground. Furthermore, the mother-son scene has a profound emotional impact. The scene at the police station, where he goes to get his friend out. What can I say about the interview scene? It's amazing. Message: We should never give up in life, and we should fight until the end to achieve our goals. Struggle and work hard; you will undoubtedly achieve success one day. Filmfare Award Nominations: This film was nominated in almost every category, and it won five awards. Best Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actor (Critics), and Best Editing. Some institutes show one or two IPS and IAS in advertisements to earn money and deceive the students; be wary of such institutions. Hopefully, this film will also be nominated for a National Award. Some scenes in the film will make you cry. You will be unable to control your emotions and will cry after witnessing such heart-wrenching and shocking scenes. Inspired by 12th fail by book Anurag Pathak, Dedicated to those handful of honest officers whose integrity safeguards our country. We are forever grateful to them. CBFC-U Movietime-2h.26mins Genre-Motivational Drama Backdrop-Chambal (Madhya Pradesh) Release Year-2023 Film Cast: Vikrant Massey, Priyanshu Chatterjee, Medha Shanker, Anant V Joshi, Anshumaan Pushkar, Geeta Agarwal Sharma, Harish Khanna, Sarita Joshi and Vikas Divyakirti Produced & Directed: Vidhu Vinod Chopra Written: Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Jaskunwar Kohli, Associate Writers: Aayush Saxena, Anurag Pathak Casting: Mukesh Chhabra, Aayush Saxena, Costume Design: Malvika Bajaj, Production Design: Prashant Bidkar Sound Design: Manav Shrotriya, Music: Shantanu Moitra Lyrics: Swanand Kirkire, Background Score: Shantanu Moitra Cinematography: Rangarajan Ramabadran, Editors: Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Jaskunwar Kohli Associate Directors: Jaskunwar Kohli, Aayush Saxena, Art Director: Hemant Wagh Read the full article

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Odisha: BJP MP acquitted in three more cases of cheating due to ‘lack of evidence’

Berhampur: Berhampur’s BJP MP Pradeep Kumar Panigrahy was acquitted in three more cases of cheating by a special court in Odisha’s Ganjam district Wednesday due to lack of evidence. A total of five cases were registered at the Baidyanathpur and Golanthara police stations in the district between 2020 and 2022 when he was the local BJD MLA. The cases were lodged after complaints were filed,…

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For all his eccentricities, my father was an astute man. “Dad” to me, and  “doctor” to every other self-respecting person–including the children in his Kindergarten class. Although, secretly, I think he would’ve preferred that I called him doctor too. The idea made me laugh.

“This man is dying and we can’t land the plane! Quick, is anyone on board a doctor?” 

“Yes–right here. Now, bring me the sheet music for La Campanella.”

If talent was genetic, then surely, I must have been adopted. I plunked my way through Twinkle Twinkle Little Star with all the tact of a drunk baboon playing a funeral dirge. I wasn’t growing into the musical savant my father had hoped I’d be. On the contrary, I was a puny, bumbling 14 year old burn-out. And piano certainly wasn’t improving my image. 

I studied the cool teens on Disney Channel. Lindsay Lohan wore eyeliner, and said things like, “God, Mom, can you learn to knock?” Hannah Montana sported low-rise v-necks, and layered colored tights under her jean shorts. But they shared one common attribute–my surefire, scientifically-backed, guarantee to popularity. They were both in a band. So, I opted to swap piano for guitar; and while my friends went on to play Carnegie Hall, I sat in the garage, learning Wonderwall. I would be the band’s frontman, obviously, steadily cultivating a small-but-loyal cult following on Tumblr, before finally breaking into the mainstream with a chart-topping Indie classic, like I Was Radicalized By PBS Kids (My Suicide Note in MLA Format). 

There was one small kink in my plan–I wasn’t alone. I was another mediocre singer/songwriter in a scene that was already oversaturated with Elliot-Smith-wannabes. Men, who wore secondhand sweaters in 90° weather, serenaded unassuming women at frat parties, and ranted about the “unparalleled genius of Thom Yorke.” Men, who called movies “films.” Men, who made a show of reading The Feminine Mystique, but cheated on their girlfriends. These men, I noticed, generally didn’t “make it big.” They grew up to work unfulfilling corporate jobs, and haunted open mics that felt more like A.A after-parties, slobbering into bar microphones as they sang about their latest divorce. Like Scrooge seeing his own gravestone, I looked into the faces of these simpering drunks, and I understood that my future was bleak. That's when I knew: I couldn't stoop to solo artistry, I needed to find a band. A real, actual, honest-to-god band. 

There it was, scribbled on printer paper and stuck to the wall with an old wad of gum: the answer to my prayers. We want to start a band. Like, a real, actual honest-to-god band. If you’re interested, text (405)-570-1299.

“So, what do you want me to like, do?” I asked, as I fumbled with the clasps on my guitar case. I’d pictured a high-stakes X-Factor style audition. A beer bottle would get chucked at my head, or at least, the serious musicians would laugh me out of the room. Instead, I watched as the organizer disappeared into the bathroom for a third time, only to reemerge with bloodshot eyes and a dopey grin. Skunk, as he’d been dubbed, was four years my senior, and I was beginning to understand how he’d earned his title. 

“I mean, can you sing?” 

“Oh–uhh–not well, but if you want me to, I guess I can try.” Skunk had made his artistic vision very clear. I didn’t have the heart to tell him that I was the least punk-rock person on the face of the earth. I cried watching Cats the musical. I owned all five seasons of Glee on DVD.  More importantly, I had never so much as attempted to sing death metal. “But I don’t have a mic.” 

“Just sing loud.”  

And thus, we became Antimatter Club. Or, the “assless chaps” per my dad’s suggestion. But I wasn’t going to take advice from the man who spent his free time at the frisbee golf course, loosening the screws in the goalposts. More often than not, the band was known as just that: The Band.

Our name was a point of contention. But then again, everything was becoming a point of contention. It had been several months, and our stylistic differences were making it more and more difficult to accomplish anything. We crammed ourselves into the guitarist’s freezing garage, shivering, as we made our way through our limited repertoire of Nirvana covers. 

“Do you think you can do the scream at the end of Negative Creep?” The guitarist asked, gesturing towards me with a pick.

“I–I’ll do my best.” We’d tacked thermal sheets to the walls to make the room warmer, but we’d only succeeded in making the garage look like the set of the moon landing. “By the way, do you know when Skunk’s getting back? We have a show next week, and he hasn’t been to practice in two weeks.” It wasn’t that I didn’t know the answer, but someone had to say it. Skunk was going to graduate high school in three months. The Band didn’t rock. In fact, we sucked. We were never going to pack stadiums, and MTV probably wasn’t in our cards. Skunk was barreling head-first into his future like a toddler on a water-slide, and he was realizing, with a dawning horror, that he didn’t know how to swim. He’d joined another band, in the hopes of kickstarting his musical career. All I could say was “Whatever, man, let’s just get through this song.”

None of us said it, but we all knew: this was the beginning of the end. I packed up my guitar, and I drove home, with a quiet finality. The gig came and went and I decided that I was done with the scene. Skunk would crawl back into whatever alley he came from, and I would go back to where I belonged: my highschool musical theater program. 

Six months later, I stood by the sink of the school bathroom, washing my hands. 

“What are you doing out of class, young man?” I froze, slowly turning around. There he was, in all his unkempt glory. Skunk. Wearing a navy-blue janitor’s uniform, and  lugging a large, sagging trash-bag over his shoulder. His name-tag read Skunk. It occurred to me that it may have been his legal name. “I’m just kiddin’ what, did you think I was a narc, or something?” 

“Oh–oh my God…Skunk? Are you–uh–working for the school?”

“Yeah, it’s not so bad. You know, I still have your mic stand. Me and the band are working through some Nirvana stuff–you should come to our show next month! It’s gonna be a good one.”

I dried my hands on my pants.

“I'm busy next week. But, you can keep the mic stand.”

“Oh, good, we broke it anyway.” I smiled, shaking my head. Who the hell was I kidding.

“I know.”

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The Usage of AI in Higher Education

The Usage of AI in Higher Education

For both educators and students alike, the use of Artificial Intelligence from K-12 into graduate levels has become a staple tool in education. With utility in nearly all aspects of learning, from art history and appreciation to writing and arithmetics, it has quickly anchored itself as a permanent instrument in education. The ethics of its usage, however, remain largely of debate by higher learning institutions, and addressing the issue finitely is proving difficult. 

This is due to the rate of expansion of both the technology of AI itself, and the increasingly new ways it's being implemented in schools and universities. 

Educators are working on all levels trying to keep pace with the technology. Speaking with Casey Ford, English professor and Director of Lamar University’s Writing Center, we were offered insight on the utilization of AI by students and faculty of LU. Ford guides workshops for faculty and students on a variety of subjects, including how to accurately communicate and work with AI, determine factual information from “hallucinations” (a term used for “made up” information that AI will present as true), alongside maintaining ethical standards of its usage.

Ford explained that AI had become “absolute” in learning environments. Students have found application for AI across every subject, but it is most commonly seen used as a writing aid. In the Writing Center, Ford and assistants teach students how to use AI responsibly, placing an emphasis on allowing the AI to help the student learn, but not remove the student’s actual ability to think creatively or critically. “It’s easier than trying to stop them [students] from using it entirely. We have to work with it, and try our best around it.” 

 Noting the shared acknowledgement among faculty on the overwhelming use of AI by students:

What steps are being taken on a higher level to address AI? Are there any major authorities setting ethical boundaries?

“Well, major organizations like MLA, APA, IEEE…[they] make the writing and research rules. We know they’re making addons [for their formats] towards AIs usage and ethics.”

How are you, as educators, handling this together? Is it more of a “ground up” method of tackling the issue?

“Absolutely…in Higher Ed, especially, this happened so fast. We’re just trying to catch up.”

Recognizing its utility as a tutoring aid for varied disciplines of studies, a creative aid, and an organizational/workflow tool, Ford acknowledges the practical desires for AI by teachers and students. “You can’t stop it. It’s worse to ban it - students will use it regardless. We have to educate students, teach them how to use it ethically and effectively, along with integrating the education on environmental cost.” 

In your role, how do you feel, personally, you’re working around AI’s impact on students as writers?

“My whole job is to look at the students' writing, and teach them the beauty in it - tell them they’re doing something right, and good.” 

What are some methods of management being implemented by other professors right now? 

“It’s causing faculty to think about how they’re structuring their classrooms. If they don’t want students to use AI, then they must structure their course around that.”

A good example of this in practice would be Professor Jesse Doiron, of Lamar University. The experience of every classroom is different, and Doiron says he “doesn’t have much of a problem with AI in his class.” Providing an explanation for the contrast between other educators' experiences, he explained that his teaching style did not offer an opportunity for explicit cheating, due to his in-class peer requirements. “You’ve got to depend on the basic integrity of a student wanting to learn.”

Utilizing the honor code and active involvement between students, and allowing them to openly write and critique each other during class time, has offered a “sort of hivemind” amongst the students. Because of this, there is a much higher social expectation to maintain academic integrity between classmates.

Regarding the utility of AI in his own classroom, Doiron emphasized its importance as a tool, and not a replacement for academic work itself. In his coursework, he allows AI with “honest usage”, but maintains that if you trust and respect your students, and “teach them the desire to learn”, then AI may be more manageable of a problem in classrooms.

While classroom and coursework adjustments can be made to combat issues of academic integrity, the acceptance of AI in higher learning leads us to question if this tool comes with too high of a price in changing the way education provides for society.

FACTS ON AI:

The information received from AI is inherently unreliable. AI can pull data from anywhere, and will present the data given without discernment for accuracy. These falsities are referred to as “hallucinations”. The information given can also have explicit bias, and the AI can be programmed to over-represent that bias, as well. This calls into question its effectiveness as a true learning aid.

A global study on 3,200 students from 16 countries, ranging from undergraduate to doctorate students, showed that 86% were using Artificial Intelligence in their schoolwork.

The environmental impact of AI, alongside cryptocurrency and data mining, could equate to 4% of global energy usage by 2026. For reference, that is the current energy usage of the entire country of Japan. 

As well as the base electrical need, cooling the massive data centers that host the hardware for AI requires a large amount of water, via liquid cooling. It’s estimated that just in Microsoft’s data centers, AI consumes between 1.8 to 12 liters of water for each kWh of energy used.

By 2027, the use of AI in the U.S. could make up 0.5 - 0.7% of our annual water withdrawal. (Total water consumed that cannot immediately go back into the water cycle).