2017

Visually interesting design finds are curated in an ever-changing grid. via NOTCOT.ORG

A video explores the "Born Sexy Yesterday" trope in TV and movies, which involves naive but skilled women in sexualized adult bodies, often creating unbalanced relationship dynamics. Examples are found in sci-fi films like The Fifth Element and Star Trek episodes, with the video arguing this trope stems from male insecurity about experienced women and sexuality. via kottke.org

Stephen Colbert rapped De La Soul's verse on Gorillaz's "Feel Good Inc." during a mini concert after taping *The Late Show*.

via Consequence

Nike's #Breaking2 event, while not resulting in a sub-two-hour marathon, is being considered a marketing success. via The Drum.

Nike's attempt to break the two-hour marathon barrier fell short by 25 seconds, with Eliud Kipchoge finishing in 2 hours and 25 seconds. via WIRED

Astrophysicists are exploring if GPS satellite data can be used to detect dark matter. via MIT Technology Review.

SpaceX will start launching a network of satellites into orbit in 2019, with plans to have them all in space by 2024.

via CNBC.

Apple's $1 billion investment in US manufacturing may boost automation but is unlikely to create many new factory jobs. via MIT Technology Review.

Valet Magazine gives tips on how to improve what people see when they search for you online. via Valet.

This article from Put This On explores the reasons behind J. Crew's declining popularity. via Put This On.

Integrated Information Theory might help physicists solve puzzles like emergence and quantum measurement. via Nautilus.