Blog/Commentary
Politics
How to Make Trump Go Away - The New York Times
It starts by having some humility and understanding his appeal.
Clarence Thomas Didn’t Disclose Harlan Crow Real Estate Deal — ProPublica
ProPublica is an independent, non-profit newsroom that produces investigative journalism in the public interest.
Markets & Economy
How Bookshop.org Survives—and Thrives—in Amazon’s World | WIRED
Andy Hunter’s ecommerce platform was a pandemic hit. Now he’s on a mission to prove that small businesses can scale up without selling out.
Your Income Taxes Are Due. Here’s Who Pays The Most. - WSJ
With taxes top of mind right now and the Biden administration proposing to raise them on Americans earning more than $400,000, here’s more to know about U.S. income taxes.
Transportation
End of the Gas-Engine Camaro Opens a New Door for Muscle Cars - The New York Times
G.M. is ending production of the classic American sports car, but executives say an electric version is likely. Corvette is already planning one.
Science
Conservationists Fret About Panda Bears, Tigers, and Trees. Why Not Bacteria? - The Atlantic
The field frets about endangered polar bears and tigers. Why not also bacteria?
Environment
In Bahamas, conch fishing is way of life. But for how long? | AP News
The potential loss of conch in the Bahamas reflects the threat overfishing poses around the world to traditional foods. Nowhere is as synonymous with a seafood as the Bahamas is with conch, a marine snail whose shell and image are seen throughout the island nation. No longer a theoretical threat, overfishing has wiped out once abundant species and taken off the table forever beloved dishes important to cultures. And it’s a worsening problem. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization has stated that more than a third of the world’s fish stocks are overfished. And the rate of unsustainable fishing is rising.
Technology
Tim Cook on Shaping the Future of Apple | GQ
In a frank conversation, the Apple CEO offers new insight into his leadership—and explains how he has refashioned the world’s most creative company (from its privacy policy to its Oscar-winning movies to what’s coming next) on his own exacting terms.
Culture
What Happened When Uber’s CEO Started Driving for Uber - WSJ
Dara Khosrowshahi and other executives realized drivers’ complaints were valid. They revamped the app, helping Uber attract workers and extend its lead on Lyft. Driver pay remains a sticking point.
The Business of … Death - Bloomberg
Why most American funeral parlors are family-owned and other fascinating insights—extreme embalming?!—from the burial economy.
Food
Could Ice Cream Possibly Be Good for You? - The Atlantic
Studies show a mysterious health benefit to ice cream. Scientists don’t want to talk about it.