National Nuclear Security Administration/Nevada Site Office; Wikipedia (public domain) A popular Reddit thread suggested a US scientist once lit his cigarette with a nuclear explosion. The story appears to be true: The theoretical physicist Ted Taylor ignited his smoke with thermal energy released by a test blast on June 1, 1952, according to a book […]
All-Clad’s oval fish pan is my favorite for cooking whole fish — here’s why it will never leave my kitchen
I’ve been cooking fish in cast iron pans and steel woks for years, but I’ve always struggled to keep heat even and get a perfect crispy skin. All-Clad sent over their d3 Armor 12-Inch Stainless Steel Oval Frying Pan for me to try. My roommates have used and abused it beyond any point of recognition […]
Apologies and Scorn Greet News of a Book by Mark Halperin
The publisher Judith Regan plans to put out a new book by the best-selling political author, who was accused of multiple instances of sexual harassment. Source: NYT > Business – Marc Tracy
Trump Administration Considers Moves to Bolster Economy
The White House continues to insist the economy is strong but advisers are looking at a potential payroll tax reduction if things worsen. Source: NYT > Business – Maggie Haberman, Jim Tankersley and Annie Karni
Seven Most Interesting Oakland Raiders At Training Camp
A look at seven Oakland Raiders who stood out during training camp, which ended Monday. Source: Forbes – Business – Bill Williamson, Contributor
Addressing Two Objections To My Midwest Ethanol Plan
My recent series on a plan for securing the Midwest’s ethanol markets was generally well-received. There were two consistent objections, which I address here. Source: Forbes – Business – Robert Rapier, Contributor