How to surf the Severn Bore.
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Empathy for sociopaths.
The US has suspended a nuclear arms treaty with Russia that’s been in effect since 1987, accusing the Kremlin of violating the terms of the agreement. 1/21 At least 21 people have died so far in the polar vortex, many due to cold-related injuries. 2/21 A
Making Moebius drawings with a drawing machine.
A fascinating short shows imprecise Moebius drawings made precisely with a drawing machine.
Placebo buttons and the toil of glamour.
From Chicago to Australia, more greenhouse gas emissions in the atmosphere increase the chances of abnormal temperatures. 1/20 See also: “Yes, fire is used to keep Chicago trains running in the cold.” 2/20 Pictures of Australia's recent heat wave, which follows the warmest December on record.
It's gonna be cold, it's gonna be gray, and it's gonna last you for the rest of your life.
An explanation of the polar vortex that’s making Chicago colder than the Arctic right now. 1/21 New polls find most Americans are worried about climate change, but few would pay more than a dollar a month to fix it. 2/21 The goal was to address the global
Previously unreleased footage of New Order playing "Ceremony" in Manchester in 1981.
Previously unreleased footage of New Order playing "Ceremony" in Manchester in 1981, less than a year after Ian Curtis's death.
You are what you share.
Trump's shutdown cost the US economy $6 billion—more than the $5.7 billion ransom he demanded for his wall. 1/18 Some federal contractors lost their health insurance during the shutdown, and fear losing it again if a second shutdown happens. 2/18 Why more Americans will
"A slow strangling."
During the 2016 presidential campaign and transition, Donald J. Trump and at least 17 campaign officials and advisers had contacts with Russian nationals and WikiLeaks, or their intermediaries. 1/20 Trump ends his hostage negotiations, signing a stopgap spending bill that will reopen the government for the next three weeks,
A soothing animation of illustrated lines and colors, moving and mingling.
A soothing animation of illustrated lines and colors, moving and mingling.
The sound of drawing (to a close).
The FBI arrests longtime Trump aide and confidant Roger Stone after being indicted for allegations he lied to and obstructed the House Intelligence Committee's investigation. 1/23 A US District Judge revokes Paul Manafort’s bail to prevent him from contacting witnesses. 2/23 Here’s everyone who’