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  An opinionated piece probably exceeding thousand words about Pride from a hetero-cis guy is the last thing anyone, including myself would want to read. But it is necessary when you are expected to write a discourse piece for The Weekly Edge. On a more serious note, it is also indicative of the lack of representation of queer people across the board. Our club is one that takes immense pride in standing by the LGBTQ+ community as staunch, outspoken representatives and allies. And yet, the fabled ‘Seat at the Table’ for the queer community remains unoccupied, in our organization and in all others. I had the chance to listen to Emma D’Arcy, who plays Rhaenyra in HBO’s House of the Dragon, talking about the struggles she faced while coming out as non binary. Juggling her acting career, her gender identity and her moral choices. And I was constantly in awe of the sheer strength and character she had displayed through all those circumstances. There are a lot of examples, stories and l...

The moment we hear the term “Quantum” we often consider it a jargon that most of us have heard of but never bothered to interpret. Not just the general public, but even the scientists find it difficult to truly understand the science this term entails. Regardless, it has demonstrated a whole new perspective to comprehend our universe. “ Quantum Science” is the study of how the tiniest parts of the universe, like atoms and particles, behave in ways that seem strange and unpredictable. It looks at things like how particles can be in two places at once or instantly affect each other even when they're far apart. Evolving from Physics in the early twentieth century, it finds its application in various disciplines across Science and Technology.  One such field where it is playing a crucial role is “Quantum Computing”. Quantum science has revolutionized computing by introducing quantum computers, which use the unique properties of particles to perform complex calculations much faster tha...

Pride Month, celebrated each June, is a time dedicated to honouring the LGBTQ+ community and recognising the history, struggles, and achievements of its members. This celebration traces its roots back to the Stonewall Protests of 1969, a pivotal event that ignited the modern gay rights movement and transformed the fight for LGBTQ+ rights into a global movement.  Early LGBTQ+ Activism: Before the Stonewall Riots, LGBTQ+ individuals faced severe social, legal, and political oppression. Homosexuality was criminalised, and gay individuals were often subjected to harassment, violence, and discrimination. Despite these challenges, early 20th-century activists began to organise and fight for their rights. Groups like the Mattachine Society, founded in 1950, and the Daughters of Bilitis, founded in 1955, were among the first to advocate for gay and lesbian rights. These organisations worked to create safe spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals and raise awareness about the discrimination they face...