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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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This 2007 article from *New York Magazine* discusses the rise of Gawker and its impact on New York media, exploring the site's writing style, relationship with traditional media, and founder Nick Denton's business strategies. via New York Magazine.

Research on birds and primates is revealing that human mental abilities aren't entirely unique in the animal kingdom. via Brain Blogger

Atlas Obscura features an interactive map of 12 famous literary road trips across the US, including locations mentioned in books like "On the Road" and "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance." via Quartz

This article explores the impact of easing US-Cuba relations and examines the pace of change in Cuba. via Quartz

Zen Habits offers tips for creating an environment conducive to lasting habits, emphasizing that gradual progress and mindfulness can lead to positive change. via Zen Habits

In an interview, Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, discusses how Pantone colors influence trends and the process behind selecting each year's dominant hues. via Nautilus.

Read all about Comcast's new streaming service, the death of Nintendo president Satoru Iwata, and the rise of nootropic brain drugs in Silicon Valley. via The Next Web

A new report claims that the American Psychological Association (APA) colluded with the Department of Defense to enable abusive interrogation practices. The APA has pledged reforms to prevent future involvement in such practices.