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BoingBoing features diverse articles including discussions about movies, the impact of extreme heat, and political topics.

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Arnold Kling argues that lagging employment numbers following the 2007-2009 recession suggest the economic downturn wasn't truly over, prioritizing employment figures over GDP growth as an indicator of economic health. via Econlib.

Economists share their thoughts on how the teaching of economics should change in light of the financial crisis in a series of responses on Marginal REVOLUTION.

Slate's new series about creative partnerships explores John Lennon and Paul McCartney's creative collaboration, highlighting the tension in their relationship.

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Tumblr is a platform with over 100 million users who connect in communities and build friendships. via Tumblr

Kottke.org shared an account of a blind man who explains how the iPhone, with the help of an app called Color ID, allowed him to experience color for the first time.

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Richard Epstein discusses regulation and its impact on the economy in this EconTalk podcast episode, arguing that a classical liberal approach with limited government intervention is preferable. via Econlib

WIRED offers the latest news and insights on technology, science, culture, and business. via WIRED

Tyler Cowen shares assorted links on topics ranging from Fairfax culture and lifelong health insurance to James Hamilton's perspective on sales and unemployment. via Marginal REVOLUTION

Greg Mankiw shares observations about the upcoming release of the movie "Inside Job."

Tyler Cowen explores why the Federal Reserve isn't using monetary policy to stimulate the economy and considers if voters are open to further government action. via The source of this content is Marginal REVOLUTION.

Al Jazeera is covering the one-year anniversary of the war in Gaza, including the latest on the escalating conflict between Israel and Lebanon.