Week One: No One Is Talking About This
Camp ToB 2021 is officially in session! This week, we're discussing the first half of Patricia Lockwood's No One Is Talking About This.
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A day in the life of Texas "bee whisperer" Erika Thompson
A day in the life of Texas "bee whisperer" Erika Thompson includes extracting a hive from a toilet. Via TKSST
The great American city-state.
Innovative shifts in manufacturing processes have resulted in huge profit windfalls—and now, massive supply shortages globally. / The New York Times A recruiter explains why restaurants really can't find enough staff. "Restaurants are just going to have to pay people more or have better benefits." / Washingtonian
The law of holes.
We're taking a long weekend to rest and will resume publishing on Wednesday (the same day Camp ToB 2021 commences). See you then! Helen Branswell: As Covid dissipates in the US, cold and flu viruses may return with a vengeance. / STAT Millions of people registered with Dr. B
Friends of “Friends.”
It's entirely possible that most Covid deaths could occur after there are enough vaccines to protect those most at risk globally. / The New York Times See also: "Coronavirus Variant Excited To Compete With World's Top Mutations In Tokyo This Summer." / The Onion "It
Denial-of-shirtless attack.
President Biden tells the US intelligence community to redouble its efforts in investigating the origins of Covid-19 and report back in 90 days. / CNN Daniel Engber: The shift in public thinking about the lab leak theory is "all the more remarkable for its lack of any major associated
A 10-day timelapse of shiitake mushrooms growing.
A 10-day timelapse of shiitake mushrooms growing.
That Einstein effect?
The Wuhan "lab leak" theory suddenly goes mainstream, leading to renewed calls for a real investigation. / The Washington Post Jonathan Chait: Notice how the media originally dismissed the theory and smeared its supporters. / New York Magazine Maggie Haberman: The media was responding to Trump making it instantly political.
Magnus Carlsen recognizes famous matches from history from a single position.
World chess champion Magnus Carlsen recognizes famous matches from history from a single position.
Texas is trolling you.
After being deployed on Jan. 6, the National Guard will fully depart the US Capitol grounds this week. / The Washington Post Texas Gov. Abbott is set to sign a bill that will allow Texans to carry handguns without a license. / The Texas Tribune "White tears hit different in a