Matt Alldian

Jason Kottke shares a short piece by Paul Ford from Wired exploring how certain purchases seem to necessitate buying more stuff. via kottke.org

Scientists are using “fitness landscapes” to predict how the SARS-CoV-2 virus might evolve and spread.

A chef's colorful pasta creations are going viral.

A new payment system using cryptocurrency to support artists and creators is proposed.

via Interconnected.

Swissmiss shares a link pack of interesting reads, from articles on apologies to eye pillows.

via swissmiss.

The U.S. is facing a multi-year Champagne shortage due to pandemic-related supply chain disruptions, fluctuating demand, and severe weather.