Only in Washington is it the greatest challenge that we face.
Well, to be fair, it might be on campus, too, which is another bubble of unreality.
Category Archives: Science And Society
Physics Girl
A new Youtube channel.
The Latest Michael Mann “Libel”
Looks like John Hindraker is trying to get himself sued. Of course, he’s a lawyer.
And speaking of Professor Mann, Steve McIntyre has eviscerated him yet again.
To Reduce Chances Of Death By Getting Tangled In Bedsheets
…reduce your cheese consumption.
Of course, they don’t discuss how many cases involve BDSM.
Cholesterol Numbers
Is it time to stop worrying about them?
I think so. I still measure it, but I don’t really care about total. Since I went partially paleo, my ratio’s good, and my triglycerides are almost unmeasurable. I’m sure as hell not going to take statins to get it down.
Vampire Rejuvenation
More thoughts on young blood, from Derek Lowe.
Soylent
A New Yorker reporter gives it a try.
I haven’t read the whole thing yet.
[A while later]
OK, I did read it. I was amused to learn that he was hawking it at my own local Whole Foods. One concern I have is his use of seed oils. Canola has too much omega 6 for my health. I’d use olive instead, though it costs more. If you don’t use virgin, though, it doesn’t have to cost that much.
Apollo And The Pyramids
An analysis from Randall Munroe.
An Anti-Aging Hormone
…that could make you smarter?
Heck, I’d be happy with the anti-aging part myself. Though I have a commenter or two that could stand to be smarter.
The Climate Debate Is Over
…and the alarmists lost.
[Update a while later]
Why is Obama getting a pass on his climate lies?
Really, at this point, why does anyone believe anything he says any more?