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The Super-Rich Who Are Begging To Be Taxed
Aside from military contractors, it's rare to find a group of Americans so openly besotted with the idea of taxation as the Patriotic Millionaires are.

The Salt King Of America
Ben Jacobsen wants people to think differently about the power of salt.

This App Figured Out The Smartest Way To Pay Off Credit Cards
Nearly half of all US households have credit card debt — but now there’s help. Tally’s automated system can help you save money and get out of debt faster. Become a Tally member today and get a $50 Amazon gift card.

Inside Steinway Piano's Secret Underground Vault
Only three people have access to the vault, where the pianos start at $250,000.

Parkour Pro Climbs A Wall Like A Freaking Video Game Character
It took dozens of attempts, multiple days and at least one run-in with the police to nail this trick. Thankfully there was a checkpoint right before it.

Welcome to Metropica, a Supposed City of the Future
Florida developers have long promised utopia. Will their latest attempt—an Instagram-friendly, experience-led community-slash-shopping mall—finally deliver?

Shortage Of Affordable Housing Costs South Carolina $8 Billion A Year
"Shelter poverty" — the inability to cover other essential living costs because housing costs too much — represents an $8 billion cost, borne by "public assistance, private charity, or personal deprivation."

When Vegan Influencers Quit Being Vegan, The Backlash Can Be Brutal
Popular YouTubers like Rawvana and Bonny Rebecca gave up veganism to save their health. But the fallout from their fans has been immense.

Unix At 50: How The OS That Powered Smartphones Started From Failure
Today, Unix powers iOS and Android—its legend begins with a gator and a trio of researchers.

What Does America Have Against Vacation?
As summer-getaway season draws to a close, it's time to face a tough reality: America is not a great vacation nation.

Privacy Fundamentalism
A critique of Farhad Manjoo's New York Times article on internet data trackers and the ongoing privacy hysteria.

The Man Who Couldn't Take It Anymore
"I had no choice but to leave," General James Mattis says of his decision to resign as President Trump's secretary of defense.

This Pinhole Lens Lends Some Classic Charm To Modern Cameras
Pinhole cameras are about as old as it gets when it comes to photography, but you can harness that primitive tech to make incredible images with this awesome 18-36mm lens.

The Tragedy On Howse Peak
In April, alpinists David Lama, Jess Roskelley, and Hansjörg Auer went silent during a harrowing expedition in Canada.

What To Do With Houston's Perpetually Flooded Homes
As a growing body of research shows, keeping these homes around doesn’t just subject families to a frequent aquatic nuisance, it can increase flood risks for the entire city.

Get This Masterclass Training In Data Analytics For 96% Off
Learn to develop deep insights out of data patterns and trends with this Data Science for Business Mastery Bundle: discover how to use Python and R programming, machine learning and more to start a lucrative career in data analysis.

Once You Try Towels With a Waffle Weave, You Won't Go Back
Made from super soft long-staple cotton, these towels from Onsen use a large waffle weave to quickly grab the moisture off of your skin. And since they're designed to dry quickly too, you won't have to deal with smelly towels.

My Time at Google and After
Rarely do we hear about what happens to women after they are forced out of their jobs but I can tell you what happened to me with Google's Chief Legal Officer.

Football Season Is Upon Us, So Show Your Team Spirit
Show off your favorite team with these officially licensed caps, socks, cuff links and charms.

The Teaser For HBO's 'The New Pope' Is Just Jude Law In A Speedo (And John Malkovich As The Pope)
After the dramatic end of "The Young Pope," we're entering a brave new world with... more than one pope? It's not clear, but we're excited.

A Mystery In The World's Oldest Desert
Some believe they're footprints from the gods, others think they're formed by dancing fairies or UFOs, but no-one can explain these millions of mysterious circles in the desert.

25 Years Ago, Jim Carrey Changed Comedy Forever
In 1994, a comedic actor previously most famous for his performances on "In Living Color" released three iconic films — "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective," "The Mask," and "Dumb and Dumber" — that changed Hollywood's approach and pushed a genre to its commercial limits

I Called Bret Stephens A Bedbug. Then He Tried To Squelch My Freedom Of Speech. What A Day
Bret Stephens is above me in the status hierarchy. He knows this. I know this. He has won a Pulitzer Prize and has a regular op-ed column in the New York Times. I am just some professor. I’ve written two books, but unless you are professionally involved with digital politics, you probably have never heard of me.

A Conservative Senator’s Crusade Against Big Tech
Josh Hawley's skewering of Silicon Valley has earned praise from some Democrats, but is it truly a sign that right and left agree on something?