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A food writer shares tips for making flavorful vegetable stock at home.

Cool Material shares the World Whiskey Award winners, including interesting facts about each whiskey like flavor profiles and origins.

A study examines the link between IQ and drug use, exploring how intelligence may influence substance experimentation. via Twitter

A post-mortem analysis of the disastrous Rolling Stones concert at Altamont in 1969, written by multiple journalists for Rolling Stone magazine. via The source of this content is Rolling Stone.

This article traces the history and evolution of roller coasters from 17th century Russian ice slides to modern steel behemoths, exploring their cultural impact and the engineering behind their design. via Priceonomics

This article shadows renowned neurosurgeon Henry Marsh as he performs high-stakes brain surgeries, reflecting on the challenges and ethical dilemmas of his profession while facing retirement. via The New Statesman

A longform article exploring the intense rivalry between the Seattle Sounders and Portland Timbers soccer teams, including the passionate fan cultures and city dynamics surrounding both clubs. via SBnation.com

This NPR interview details Bryan Cranston's experience transitioning from playing Walter White in *Breaking Bad* to portraying Lyndon B. Johnson on stage.

Wearing your favorite winter clothes into spring? This article has tips on layering pieces and choosing fabrics to transition your look to warmer weather. via FashionBeans

American tycoon Theodore Davis funded many Egyptian digs in the early 1900s, and you can learn more about his discoveries in this article. via The Appendix

Looking for modern board games beyond the classics? This list has 15 recommendations, from strategic empire-building to cooperative chaos.

Valet Magazine shares a simple technique for pan-searing a restaurant-quality steak on your stovetop in about ten minutes.

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