The Ancient Corkscrew Burrows of Nebraska
The ancient burrows of Palaeocastor, a kind of ancient nutria, are still being dug up today.
The Continuing Crisis
In an effort to crack down on texting while biking, the Dutch Traffic Safety Association and a national telecom company created a bike lock and mobile phone app that blocks cellular service while the lock is open.
Two Short Pieces of Dowel for $12.64
Amazon thinks you might want to buy a processed stick for your dog.
Volkswagen Has Made an Epic Camper Van
As someone who spent a few weeks car camping across Europe as part of a family of four in 1970, I can tell you that this thing is a giant leap forward. Wow!
Too Many Americans are Beyond Overweight
We're getting fatter fast. In 2016, 25 states had obesity rates above 30 percent. In 2000, no state had a rate above 25 percent.
Do You Believe in Magic?
Next year, California will vote on a measure to become the first US state to legalize magic mushrooms.
The Check Is Not In the Mail
Donald Trump promised $5 million for President Obama's birth certificate, but only $1 million to help Texas hurricane victims. Note that he has not made good on either promise.
Money is the Root of All Evil, and Osteen Removes Evil
Joel Osteen’s church passed around collection plates during a service with Hurricane Harvey victims.
We Can't Grow On Like This
The US population tripled between the 1900 Census and the 1980 Census. World population is now 7.8 billion.
Still Standing
A 1,000-year-old oak tree survived Hurricane Harvey.
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