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Tyler Cowen argues in a political strategies blog post that supporting the best aspects of opposing views, rather than seeking to defeat them, can lead to more productive debate.

Alex Tabarrok shares a radical proposal for funding science research that would distribute money directly to researchers to fund projects of their choosing. via Marginal REVOLUTION

A new story map details Glacier National Park's wilderness character, highlighting areas of significant preservation and noticeable degradation.

This guide to backpacking food from Backpacking Light covers planning, resupply strategies, preparation methods, and gear recommendations. via Backpacking Light

David Perell shares his experience living in Austin, Texas, exploring its culture, tech scene, and more, ultimately finding it a unique and fulfilling place to live.

Holden Karnofsky argues in AI could defeat all of us combined that AI could overpower humanity simply by outnumbering and out-resourcing us, even without exceeding human intelligence.

Economist Tyler Cowen's new Bloomberg column questions if a decline in "taste" is why people no longer desire things like beautiful neighborhoods or impactful cinema. via The source of this content is Marginal Revolution.