September 24, 2010
Science Friday: Mark Twain, Science Guy?
Science Friday: Mark Twain dabbled in science fiction. Check it out here and below.
September 23, 2010
Health Reforms Kick In
Several important health insurance reforms kick in today. Consumer Reports Health published a handy guide to the new provisions of the law, which you can print off here. Tons of other details are at http://www.healthcare.gov.
What If We Stop Reading?
Gary Shteyngart talks with the Newshour about his very illuminating and provocative new novel, “Super Sad True Love Story.” I just “verballed” with my neighbor about it (you’ll have to get the book to get the reference).
September 22, 2010
DADT: Lose the Fight, Win the War
It will happen, everyone knows it. It’s just too bad that a tiny minority can prevent even a debate on the defense authorization bill — which has never happened before — and thus prevent an up or down vote. But don’t ask don’t tell will be lifted, allowing all Americans to serve openly in the US armed forces. It’s just going to take a bit longer.
September 17, 2010
Science Friday: Crafty Crows
Science Friday: Crows are totally amazing. Check it out here and below.