Matt Alldian

This blog post explores the dominance of blue and red branding among top websites. Is it strategic or coincidence?

A blogger details being detained by federal authorities at San Francisco International Airport for refusing to answer questions about their travels.

Al Jazeera covers breaking news on the one-year anniversary of the war in Gaza, including the latest on the escalating conflict between Israel and Lebanon. via The source of this content is Al Jazeera.

Al Jazeera's live news updates cover Hezbollah rocket attacks on Haifa and Israel's bombing of Lebanon. via The source of this content is Al Jazeera.

Tyler Cowen discusses the types of requests he won't respond to, such as requests on topics he's already covered.

Greg Mankiw shares Alan Viard's argument that Bush tax cut proponents missed strong arguments.

via Greg Mankiw's Blog

Economist Steve Landsburg revisits the theory that parents of daughters are more likely to divorce, arguing that sons may incentivize parents to stay together due to financial dependence. via The Big Questions: Tackling the Problems of Philosophy with Ideas from Mathematics, Economics, and Physics

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

Password Reuse explores the security risks of using the same password across different online accounts.

via xkcd.com

Tyler Cowen shares a variety of links, including one that appears to provide a time machine.

Looking for some post-Christmas sales? This article has you covered with deals from Brooks Brothers, Mr. Porter, J. Crew, and more.

Nevada gubernatorial candidate Eugene DiSimone proposed a plan to allow drivers to buy a $25 daily pass to drive up to 90 mph on state roads. via Marginal REVOLUTION.