August 25, 2011: Afternoon
- Trinidad and Tobago declares national emergency—and imposes curfew—to halt drug-related crime.
- Virginia's unique Tangier Island, in Irene's path, is mere inches above the water surrounding it.
- Kim Jong-il visits Russia to bolster image of his heir.
- Slideshow demonstrations evolution of Steve Jobs's clothing.
- Screw Rick Perry: humans found responsible for climate change more than ever; disruption is worse than expected.
- Dawkins to Perry: You are a moron.
- South Korea eyes construction projects in Libya.
- Indian agribusiness plans a takeover of East Africa.
- "The Kid Should See This"—science, music, and art goodies on the web for children.
- Gladwell: Owning a basketball franchise has always been bad business; the benefits are psychic, akin to owning art.
- During new Radiolab episode on games, Gladwell explains why he's always anti-underdog.
- Overhead view of Lewis Lapham's desk.
- The 72-96 hour plan to format and publish your book for Kindle Direct.
- Dodgeball played on a field of trampolines.