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This 2011 article explores why Radiolab has become a hit, especially with younger audiences. via Longform

This article profiles Jacob Barnett, a 12-year-old with a 170 IQ who has a paid research position at Indiana University. via The source of this content is The Next Web.

We've calculated pi to over 6.4 billion digits, but you only need 39 to calculate the universe's circumference with atom-level precision. via kottke.org

Scientists dismiss claims that the "supermoon" of March 19th, 2011, caused natural disasters, saying the moon's proximity only slightly impacted tides.

LifeHack published several articles in 2024 on topics like achieving Northstar goals and enhancing presence in everyday life. Read these and other LifeHack articles from 2024 here: https://www.lifehack.org/.

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A small experiment in London suggests giving homeless people money could be a cost-effective way to help them get off the streets, costing far less than state programs. via kottke.org

Irina Werning's photography project features adults recreating their childhood photos.

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Andrew Sullivan's article from 2008, "Why I Blog," explores the then-emerging world of professional blogging and his experience as a pioneer in the field.

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C.J. Chivers's piece "The School" shares first-person accounts of the 2004 Beslan school siege in Russia.

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GQ published a profile of Charlie Sheen in April 2011 where he discusses his lifestyle. via The source of this content is GQ.

John Q postulates that Arab monarchies may survive if they transition to constitutional monarchies, but the Saudi Arabian monarchy will be difficult to maintain. via Crooked Timber

Robin Hanson discusses William Easterly's argument that swimsuit marketing disrespects women, while Hanson suspects the issue is rooted in portraying women as submissive. via Overcoming Bias.