2011

Daniel Hamermesh's new book explores the economics of beauty, examining its impact on careers, relationships, and finances. via @freakonomics

This article on Dappered explores stylish and functional cotton belts, including a pricey Lacoste option and a budget-friendly alternative from Toneka. via Dappered

A new study finds cultural differences in how people respond to their bosses: Chinese participants recognized their boss's face faster than their own, while Americans didn't. via Freakonomics

Freakonomics Radio visited D.G. Yuengling & Son, America's oldest brewery, to talk with fifth-generation CEO Dick Yuengling for their "The Church of Scionology" episode. via Freakonomics

Hipster Ipsum offers placeholder text with a "hipster" twist, including buzzwords like "organic" and "Williamsburg." via @dansays

An app review humorously highlights the difficulty of providing accurate and timely warnings, even for something as serious as a tornado. via xkcd.com

Unusual plastic surgery requirements and trends are examined from around the world, like North Korea requiring waitresses to have eyelid surgery to appear more "Western." via Mental Floss

This blog post expresses shock and concern over an unspecified issue.

Valet Magazine recommends Porter's Lotion, a Montana-made lotion known for its restorative properties, as a year-round skin care essential. via Valet.

Radiolab is a podcast that explores curious topics, offering exclusive content for members, a newsletter, listener engagement opportunities, and ways to support the show produced by WNYC Studios. via Radiolab.

Facebook launched a standalone messaging app called Messenger for iOS and Android. via TechCrunch

This blog post explores the Japanese practice of adult adoption, specifically within the context of family businesses.