FiveThirtyEight rounded up some interesting journalism stories they wish they'd written, including DNA testing at the border and unsolved murders in the U.S. via FiveThirtyEight.

The popular Q&A column known as The Straight Dope is ending, but its archive and message board will remain online.

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Cal Fussman interviews Tim Ferriss about his life, including his upbringing, education, early career, and the creation of his book "The 4-Hour Workweek". via The Blog of Author Tim Ferriss

Givaudan is adding virtual reality experiences with smells like ingredients and even gunfire.

ABInBev, Apple, and P&G were among the top winners at the 2018 Cannes Lions festival. via Campaign

WIRED offers a brief overview of microdosing psychedelic drugs like LSD and mushrooms, including suggested amounts and potential effects. The article contrasts microdoses with overdoses and mentions claimed benefits while cautioning about psychoactive effects even at low doses. via WIRED