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Samizdata is a blog featuring writing from numerous authors on a variety of topics, including civil liberties, economics, and more.

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Engadget's homepage features articles about discounted tech, including Nintendo Switch bundles and $600 off iRobot's Roomba Combo j9+ for Prime Day.

Scott Adams challenges readers to guess how many people will die in a 100-year lifespan, revealing a number much larger than we might initially think. via The Dilbert Blog

Thomas Schelling argued appearing irrational can be strategic, like in a game of chicken, and Nixon may have taken this theory to the extreme.

Engadget's homepage features tech news, reviews, buying guides, and more, including Amazon Prime Day deals on Roombas, Macbooks, and Samsung phones. via Engadget.

This Freakonomics blog examines how charities can operate more like businesses, citing Smile Train as a successful example.

Linda Bilmes and Joseph Stiglitz analyze the economic costs of the Iraq War, saying they are much bigger than people realize and could hurt the U.S. economy for a long time. via Economist's View.

It seems like a Reddit page may not be working correctly. via Reddit

March 2008 data shows the U.S. is likely entering a recession, with economists pointing to falling non-farm payrolls as a key indicator.

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Danger Mouse will produce Beck's upcoming album, according to sources connected to both musicians. via Paper Tiger.

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New research published in the *Journal of the American Medical Association* explores the placebo effect, finding that its perceived effectiveness increases when people believe they are taking a more expensive pill. via Freakonomics