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Don't stress if the color of your meat changes in the fridge — it might still be safe to eat. Spoilage is indicated by bad odor, sliminess, or a tacky texture.

This GQ article profiles Stephen Colbert as he prepares to take over *The Late Show* and discusses his comedic style. via GQ.

Learn how to make easy kimchi at home with this recipe that uses simple ingredients like napa cabbage, garlic, ginger, and gochugaru. via The Kitchn

This recipe describes how to make no-bake peanut butter bars with a chocolate topping. via The Pioneer Woman

This article explores techniques to improve reading speed while maintaining comprehension, including debunking common speed reading myths and offering practical tips.

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A number of local food-related announcements were collected, with some topics including new restaurants and special events.

A new study says awe can make you nicer, finding that even just watching nature videos made people less selfish. via The source of this content is Quartz.

This easy recipe uses eggplant, zucchini, sweet peppers, and ripe summer tomatoes and is recommended to be served with crusty bread. via The Kitchn

Jason Kottke finds a Louis C.K. stand-up bit hilarious but also makes him "feel really horrible." via kottke.org

Taking notes on your laptop might seem efficient, but research suggests it can hinder information absorption compared to writing by hand. via The source of this content is Harvard Business Review.

This excerpt from *Bon Appétit* provides simple recipes for fermenting vegetables at home, as well as an explanation of the process driven by lactic acid bacteria. via Bon Appétit.

Jon Stewart's influence was evident in his visits with Barack Obama, both at the White House and on The Daily Show.

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