2008

This article outlines actions the author believes the 44th US president should take upon taking office, including closing Guantanamo Bay and ending signing statements.

An examination of the economics behind high-end prostitution, explaining the expenses, risks, and services that justify steep fees. The article notes that escorts often provide companionship beyond sexual services and includes a link to a more detailed piece on the subject. via kottke.org

Speculation surrounds a photo of Dick Cheney wearing sunglasses taken from the White House website. via kottke.org

Jason Kottke thinks this list of the 50 Greatest Comedy Sketches of All Time will take hours to get through. The list, hosted on Nerve.com, often includes videos of the sketches.

Tyler Cowen's blog post from April 9, 2008, shares data on average starting salaries by college major. via The source of this content is Marginal Revolution.

Improv Everywhere staged a major league experience at a local little league game, complete with a Jumbotron, commentary, and even the Goodyear blimp.

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