Letter of the week: What is wrong with you, white supremacists?
The Storytelling Ironwork of New Orleans.
Was Trial by Combat Ever a Real Thing? Yes, but it varied from place to place, and didn't always end in death.
Among the strength performers in traveling shows of the early 20th century, Kate Brumbach stood out as the mighty Sandwina. She took her stage name from Eugene Sandow, who she met when she challenged any man to a weightlifting showdown. (Thanks, Tim!)
We Know Who The Last Jedi Is.
StreetsBlog USA is conducting an online tournament to determine America's Sorriest Bus Stop. They have no amenities, are hard to get to, and can be downright dangerous. (via Metafilter)
The Netherlands Produces More Food per Square Mile than Any Other Nation. Their secret is a nationwide dedication to using science and innovation to improve yield.
The Mullet: Obvious Contender for the World’s Worst Hairstyle. A pictorial journey of the cut that outlived its usefulness.
The Footstep Illusion and More Optical Tricks from Akiyoshi Kitaoka. The psychology professor is a master at making us disbelieve our eyes.
Hi Miss C. Happy Friday.
ReplyDeleteMoney can't buy happiness, but it can buy cows.
And cows make milk.
And milk makes ice cream.
And ice cream makes you happy.
Happy Friday, gwdMaine!
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