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As the new year begins, I want to pass along the final part of my personal list of the most interesting essays on political issues from 2009. My selections are […]
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As the year draws to a close, I want to finish by passing along my personal list of the most interesting essays on political issues from 2009. My selections are […]
They say you shouldn’t make huge, quixotic resolutions at New Years. Pick something small, something gradual, something you’ll stick to. Instead of swearing you’ll get down to a size zero, […]
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Historian of technology Rachel Maines explains the most fascinating insight to emerge from her current research.
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Activities that were once functional—from gardening to brewing—have become recreational in advanced societies. The author of “Hedonizing Technologies” explains why.
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The “Hedonizing Technologies” author wouldn’t bet against it. Ironing, she says, is already a sport.