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Among many other things (essays, articles, blogs, etc.), I am reading–or am about to start reading–the following books (presented alphabetically): Ryan Patrick Hanley, Our great purpose: Adam Smith on living a better life (Princeton, 2019). I have just finished reading … Continue reading →

Six tiny AAAA batteries! More details here, via Chad Upton.

Alternative title: That was then, this is now I confess I really love (pun intended) the melody and rhythm of the new Ariana remix, but don’t the lyrics violate YouTube’s “community standards”? Yes, they probably do …

With apologies to German dadaist/surrealist Max Ernst. Hat tip: Craig Collins. (Also, check out Craig’s blog The 100 Billionth Person; you will be amply rewarded.)

Today (February 2nd) is Candlemas, commemorating the Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ at the Temple, and the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary. More details about the meaning and history Candlemas are available here.

Today is not only the “1st of tha month“; today also marks the start of a “perfectly rectangular” February. More details about this occurrence are available here, via Vox (Yuri Victor).

Also, check out this essay by Fahad Muhammad on the psychology of colors. Meanwhile, chemists at Oregon State University have created a new shade of blue! Hat tips: Brian Leiter and @pickover.