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• Agentic AI

  by Ken Huang

  Five distinct layers define advanced AI development capabilities.

  • Compound Engineering is a workflow, codifying patterns for future agents.
  • gstack offers role-based delegation, simulating a virtual organization.
  • Karpathy's Autoresearch automates ML experiments using a single scalar metric.
  • Superpowers enforces process discipline, using TDD and fresh context windows.
  • Recursive Self-Improvement is the theoretical goal of self-optimization.

  Links: Ken Huang

• ANA What's Happening Now

  ANA announces major conferences and awards for marketers.

  • Register for key conferences, including B2B and Digital/Social Media.
  • Upcoming events cover AI, technology, and media measurement.
  • The ANA Marketing Tech Mastery Awards are open for entries.
  • Explore expert insights on data strategy and marketing trends.

  Links: 2026 ANA Masters of B2B Marketing Conference, 2026 ANA In-House Agency Conference, 2026 ANA Digital and Social Media Conference, 2026 ANA AI and Technology for Marketers Conference, Media and Media Measurement, ANA Marketing Tech Mastery Awards, ANA Multicultural and Inclusive Marketing Excellence Awards, Get More Expert Insights >>

• Atoms

  Atoms shoes blend comfort and style for effortless daily wear.

  • The shoes are designed for all-day comfort in various real-life settings.
  • The brand emphasizes precision sizing, including a quarter-size fitting experience.
  • Atoms focuses on ethical partnerships and sustainable material suppliers.
  • Data security and user privacy are core priorities for the company.

  Links: Explore The Collection, Unsubscribe, Privacy Policy

• Blackblot - Product Management Expertise™

  by Blackblot - Product Management Expertise™

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• ByteByteGo

  RAGs and Agents solve different problems for grounding LLMs.

  • RAGs combine LLMs with retrieval to ground answers in documents.
  • Use RAG when the answer lives within your company's knowledge base.
  • Agents wrap LLMs in a reasoning loop with tools to take action.
  • Use an agent when the answer requires action on external systems.

  Links: Map workflows, automate E2E tests, and ship faster with QA Wolf (Sponsored), QA Wolf’s

• Contrary Research

  by Contrary Research

  Anthropic projects record revenue and profitability for Q2.

  • Anthropic projects $10.9 billion in Q2 revenue, up more than double from Q1.
  • The company expects $559 million in profit, marking its first profitable quarter.
  • Growth is primarily driven by enterprise adoption of Claude's coding tools.
  • Unit economics are improving, with compute spend dropping to 56 cents per dollar.
  • The Trump administration is reportedly in talks regarding quantum computing stakes.

  Links: Anthropic, $10.9 billion, expected, post, in talks, said

• Daily Dad

  by Daily Dad

  Parenting advice is available through books, podcasts, and literature.

  • Family choices are often viewed positively in retrospect.
  • Ryan shares 15 top parenting books for guidance.
  • The podcast discusses a compass for parenting decisions.
  • Ryan Holiday is currently reading 'Small Things Like These'.

  Links: You Won’t Regret It, Daily Dad YouTube channel, 15 Books That Will Make You a Better Parent, Daily Dad Podcast, Listen to the full episode:Let These Guide You, Small Things Like These

• Dan Koe

  by Dan Koe

  A new writing app is available to help overcome creative blocks.

  • The author built a writing app he has long desired.
  • The tool is accessible via eden.so.
  • It is designed to streamline and improve the writing process.

  Links: https://eden.so, Subscribe here

• Dan Kurtz-Phelan

  by Dan Kurtz-Phelan

  Russia's dependence on China is growing, making it a junior partner.

  • The Xi-Putin meeting ended without a formal agreement on the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline.
  • Alexander Gabuev noted the imbalanced nature of the Russia-China relationship.
  • Putin's war in Ukraine forced Russia to rely heavily on China.
  • This dependence will make the asymmetry between the two countries more pronounced.

  Links: Alexander Gabuev’s 2022 piece, China’s New Vassal, How the War in Ukraine Turned Moscow Into Beijing’s Junior Partner

• David Cummings on Startups

  by David Cummings

  Founders Green revitalizes South Downtown, fueling Atlanta's future.

  • Founders Green transforms the area into a hub for entrepreneurs and neighbors.
  • South Downtown is Atlanta's historic original commercial district.
  • The revitalization supports small businesses and the next generation of growth.
  • The neighborhood is now a major startup district with over 100 businesses.

  Links: South Downtown Atlanta, Atlanta Tech Village

• Democracy Docket

  by Marc Elias

  Defending democracy is costly, echoing my family's history of persecution.

  • Trump's attacks are the cost of defending democracy and the rule of law.
  • His family fled persecution in Tsarist Russia, seeking freedom in America.
  • The current political climate mirrors the threats of autocracy and lawlessness.
  • He compares his struggle to his great-grandfather's journey from Russia.

  Links: invest in democracy instead

• Ethereum Weekly

  Cypherpunk insights cover AI platforms and the future of crypto.

  • David presents a cypherpunk case for Venice, an AI inference platform built on Base.
  • The latest Rollup episode discusses the new era of Bankless.
  • Ethereum Weekly will fold into the Bankless Daily newsletter.
  • ETH coverage will continue as part of the everyday Bankless Daily send.

  Links: Bankless Daily, Join Bankless Premium

• Feed Me

  by Emily Sundberg

  Get 20% off annual subscriptions to Feed Me this weekend.

  • A rare 20% discount is available on annual subscriptions.
  • Paid readers receive five weekly newsletters and event access.
  • The newsletter is praised by media outlets like Forbes and NYT.
  • The email suggests local events, including 'Moonrise Kingdom at Metrograph'.

  Links: Get 20% off for 1 year, Guest Lectures, Semafor, The New York Times, The Hollywood Reporter, Forbes, Moonrise Kingdom at Metrograph, one-tweet review, Julia Jean’s, Terminator 2 at IFC, stunts, Carmine Street Beers, Graziella’s

• FinAi News

  Clear Capital bets on AI property analysis for real estate insights.

  • Clear Capital is betting on AI for property analysis.
  • Plaid’s AI-driven LendScore can reduce lending risk by up to 41%.
  • Anthropic reportedly beat OpenAI in business adoption in April.
  • NBC tapped Sardine for AI fraud prevention.

  Links: Clear Capital bets on AI property analysis, Plaid’s AI-driven LendScore can reduce lending risk by up to 41%, Anthropic beats OpenAI in business adoption in April, Ramp reports, National Bank of Canada taps Sardine for AI fraud prevention

• FSA Store

  by FSA Store

  New health products and items are available for FSA reimbursement.

  • The store features new arrivals and best-selling health products.
  • A dedicated section highlights 'Hi-tech Health' items.
  • All products sold are FSA eligible, guaranteed.
  • Browse various health and wellness categories online.

  Links: Best Sellers, New, Hi-tech Health, guaranteed

  by FSA Store

  Pollen levels in New York are expected to be high this week.

  • Pollen levels are forecasted to be medium through Tuesday.
  • Wednesday is predicted to have high pollen counts.
  • The store promotes allergy relief products.
  • All products are guaranteed FSA eligible.

  Links: Best Sellers, New, Hi-tech Health, guaranteed, Shop allergy relief

• Gothamist Daily

  Tragedy, explosions, and reopenings mark day's news cycle.

  • A 14-year-old died and another teen was injured during subway surfing.
  • An explosion at the Staten Island shipyard injured 31 people, including firefighters.
  • LaGuardia Airport's runway reopened after a sinkhole caused travel disruptions.
  • Mahmoud Khalil plans to appeal his case to the Supreme Court.

  Links: 14-year old killed, another teen injured subway surfing across Williamsburg Bridge, Staten Island shipyard explosion kills civilian, injures 31 firefighters, officials say, Runway reopens at LaGuardia Airport after sinkhole upends travel, Mahmoud Khalil to appeal to Supreme Court, after appeals court declined to review his case

• Gov Brief Today

  Judge throws out charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia.

  • Judge Waverly Crenshaw dismissed charges against Abrego Garcia.
  • The judge called the prosecution an abuse of power.
  • USCIS is forcing visa holders to apply for green cards abroad.
  • Russia satellites maneuvered near a Finnish radar satellite.

  Links: Ars Technica, The Hill, CBS News, The New York Times [gift link], NBC News, Bloomberg, UPI

• History Facts

  History Facts delivers a daily digest of fascinating history.

  • The service offers a chance to step back in time every morning.
  • Readers can explore empires and world-changing events.
  • History comes to life right in your inbox.
  • Select a category to confirm your email and begin exploring.

  The first suburban development shaped American culture and lifestyle.

  • The first mass-produced suburban development was federally supported.
  • This development shaped a new national lifestyle.
  • It contributed to a new cultural identity in the U.S.

  Links: What Was America’s First Suburb?, U.S. History, The Secret History of Area 51, What Did Victorian Ladies Actually Carry in Their Purses?

• Last Money In

  Valuations fail due to category laundering and wrong public comps.

  • Valuations are often anchored to the wrong public comparison, a process called category laundering.
  • This relabels low-multiple businesses into high-multiple categories, masking structural risks.
  • Two errors compound: the timing error (peak hype) and the category error (wrong comp).
  • The category error is particularly dangerous, getting exposed catastrophically at IPO.

• Lincoln Square

  MAGA primary wins may signal trouble for Trump in the general election.

  • Recent Republican primary wins could be a mixed signal for Trump.
  • The article suggests these wins might portend trouble in the general election.
  • The piece also analyzes the DNC autopsy leak and Joe's take on 2024.
  • Alabama is highlighted as a key state to watch for political shifts.

  Links: Joe Trippi, Alex Shashlo

  Trump's fund is paying out a $1.776 billion settlement.

  • Trump's Justice Department announced a $1.776 billion settlement.
  • The payout follows Trump dropping his lawsuit against the IRS.
  • Funds are intended for victims of the Biden administration's weaponization.
  • The money may benefit Trump's cronies and insurrectionists.

  Links: Max Burns, Brian Karem, Lincoln Square

  by Kristoffer Ealy

  Progressives treat politics like a game, ignoring real-world consequences.

  • The progressive left often wants a perfect candidate, not an elected representative.
  • They treat electoral politics like a 'Choose Your Own Adventure' book.
  • This fantasy ignores the real-world consequences, like Supreme Court changes.
  • The after-party of political inaction is catastrophic for vulnerable people.

  Links: the video that started this piece

  by Rick Wilson

  DOJ is allocating federal funds to pay off Trump's associates.

  • The DOJ is setting up a $1.776 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'.
  • The money is drawn from the Judgment Fund, not direct checks.
  • Recipients will be determined by a commission appointed by the Attorney General.
  • The funds are intended for Capitol riot participants and MAGA supporters.

  Links: Rick Wilson

• McKinsey Classics

  Effective boards must actively participate in strategy development.

  • Boards must understand industry dynamics and value creation forces.
  • Smarter boards push management to debate and refine strategies.
  • Both parties must rigorously pressure-test all strategic options together.
  • Boards must also address the challenge of AI adoption and expertise.

  Links: Tapping the strategic potential of boards, The AI reckoning: How boards can evolve, Boost your board, Recalibrate the board’s role

• Michael Girdley

  by Michael Girdley

  Proximity bias makes it hard to see the truth in big decisions.

  • The Topgolf failure showed that internal closeness can obscure major business risks.
  • When making big decisions, seeking outside, objective opinions is essential.
  • A Quality of Earnings report verifies if financial numbers are truly recurring.
  • Building a strong peer group helps expose blind spots missed by internal staff.

  Links: Book a call today., Scalepath, Vistage, How to get real feedback, RSVP free, Bedrock

• MIT Technology Review

  Limited time offer for bonus AI content and insights.

  • A bonus AI content offer is available for a few remaining days.
  • Subscribers gain access to definitive AI news and analysis.
  • The deal requires immediate action to secure the bonus content.

  Links: Subscribe today before this deal expires., CLAIM OFFER

  Limited time offer for bonus AI insights and analysis.

  • A limited-time deal is available to secure bonus AI content.
  • Subscribers gain access to definitive AI news and analysis.
  • The offer is expiring, urging immediate subscription.
  • Users can also download the dedicated MIT Technology Review app.

  Links: CLAIM OFFER, Download the MIT Technology Review app, Unsubscribe, Manage your preferences

• Nautilus

  Weekly digest covers space, paleontology, and human biology.

  • Space still harbors surprises, like near-miss asteroids.
  • T. Rex's small arms are attributed to its massive head.
  • Human species benefited from an ancient brush with extinction.
  • The science of cities and childbearing's biological impact are explored.
  • NASA captured footage of a spectacular fireball over Earth.

  Links: Read →, the legacy of the iconic botanist

• Noahpinion

  by Noahpinion

  High interest rates and deficit spending threaten US debt sustainability.

  • Partisan pundits often minimize the problem when their party is in power.
  • Rising long-term interest rates are making the national debt unsustainable.
  • Both Democrats and Republicans continue deficit spending.
  • The author suggests bipartisan fear of deficits is the only hope.

  Links: not very worried about U.S. government debt, I still warned that there was some limit, starting to worry a lot more, tax cuts for the upper middle class

• Nord Media

  Landing pages need immediate audits to improve conversions.

  • A first-time visitor must understand what you sell above the fold.
  • The page must immediately establish value, credibility, and the next action.
  • Superficial creator program management is a bottleneck, not a strategy.
  • Tools like SuperBrief streamline workflows from briefs to payment.

  Links: SuperBrief, Book a demo to see how SuperBrief can scale your creator program.

• Off The Fence

  by Charlie Baker

  Issue 28 promises ambitious international reportage and major features.

  • Issue 27 was a hit, with praise for Sophie Heawood’s debut column.
  • The next issue features an ambitious international investigation into London organized crime.
  • Clive Martin returns, and there is an insider piece from the private equity world.
  • The Carbuncle Cup winner will be announced in the first week of June.
  • The author encourages readers to consider subscribing for future growth.

  Links: Sophie Heawood’s debut column, see legends, acclaim our work, Subscribe here

• Ottolenghi

  by Ottolenghi

  Eggs are a versatile ingredient, a symbol, and a culinary staple.

  • Eggs are powerful symbols, representing fertility and rebirth across cultures.
  • Their true character is defined by context, moving beyond simple breakfast dishes.
  • Pairing eggs with acid, heat, or herbs dramatically enhances their flavor.
  • The article suggests diverse recipes, including miso steamed eggs and baked halloumi.

  Links: sold for £23 million, The Perfect Egg, my jammy eggs with asparagus and chipotle., Miso steamed eggs

• Own Your Category

  by Josh Lowman

  Learn how to define and lead your market category.

  • The newsletter teaches strategy writing and effective rebrands.
  • It covers crafting a category-defining brand voice.
  • Many companies struggle with poor POV and internal silos.
  • These issues result in generic products and wasted marketing dollars.
  • The goal is to provide tools to help companies avoid these pitfalls.

• Product Market Fit

  by Guillermo Flor

  Use AI to interrogate Marc Andreessen's entire body of work.

  • Marc Andreessen's extensive public writings offer more value than limited VC access.
  • An AI agent can scrape and consolidate his writings into a single knowledge base.
  • The system prompt grounds Claude's responses in his actual text, providing citations.
  • This agent excels at analyzing AI strategy, fundraising, and market dynamics.

  Links: Guillermo Flor

• Punch

  by Mary Anne Porto

  The cocktail industry struggles with gendered stereotypes, exemplified by "Boy Martinis."

  • The industry continues to struggle with gendering drinks, referencing "whiskey woman" and "vodka bitch."
  • The term "Boy Martinis" represents a more self-aware, yet still gendered, trend.
  • The author suggests that applying gender qualifiers to simple drinks is often pointless.
  • The publication offers a "holiday gift guide" and "list of favorite bottles to give" year-round.

  Links: whiskey woman, vodka bitch, Boy Martinis, holiday gift guide, list of favorite bottles to give

• Ruben Hassid

  by Ruben Hassid

  AI is the best way to create perfect spreadsheets.

  • Claude Cowork is highlighted as the superior tool for generating complex Excel files.
  • The process requires a detailed prompt template covering purpose, sheets, and formatting.
  • Users must instruct the AI to list top assumptions for critical sanity checks.
  • The guide provides step-by-step instructions for setting up and using the Cowork app.

  Links: how to make perfect spreadsheets, Claude Cowork, Go to the Cowork tab, Create an Excel spreadsheet from:

• Sarah and JVL - The Bulwark

  by Sarah and JVL - The Bulwark

  The latest discussion covers political tensions and current events.

  • Gas prices are currently reported at $4.65.
  • Trump's latest Fox poll rating is -22.
  • The Senate rejected a bill concerning his ballroom.
  • The discussion also covers Cuba and California live shows.

  Links: The Walls Are Closing In, here

• SatPost

  by Trung Phan

  SpaceX's S-1 filing reveals a major focus on AI for its IPO.

  • SpaceX is preparing for a June IPO aiming to raise $75 billion.
  • The company has integrated a major AI component after merging with xAI.
  • The S-1 document heavily emphasizes AI themes, including 'compute' and 'xAI'.
  • Key themes listed in the filing include 'launch', 'compute', and 'connectivity'.

  Links: Read the SpaceX S-1 Deep Dive, Trung Phan.

• Scott’s Newsletter

  Growth comes from the mistakes and regrets we try to forget.

  • The most valuable lessons come from what we got wrong.
  • We all have a '3am file' of regrets and missed opportunities.
  • These memories contain versions of ourselves we wish we could delete.
  • LinkedIn Ads offers precise targeting, unlike general ad platforms.

  Links: Podcast, YouTube, Twitter

• StretchLab Union Square NYC

  Limited-time sale offers assisted stretching packages until May 31st.

  • The sale offers packages of 5, 10, 15, or 20 stretch sessions.
  • Benefits include improved posture, flexibility, and reduced pain.
  • Sessions are available in both 25-minute and 50-minute options.
  • This special offer is available only through May 31st.

  Links: 5 Pack -25 Min Sessions, 10 Pack - 50 Min Sessions, 15 Pack - 25 Min Sessions, 20 Pack - 50 Min Sessions

• Superhuman

  by Zain Kahn

  Humanoid robots are entering homes, space, and daily life.

  • Gatsby launched a humanoid cleaning service, offering an Uber-like model.
  • HELIOS, a four-armed robot, is designed for expensive in-orbit maintenance.
  • Unitree's robot now executes complex tasks using live voice commands.

  Links: made history, service, here, designed, showed off

• The Bulwark

  by Jim Swift

  California live shows were restorative, thanking attendees for support.

  • The recent California tour was a success, thanking attendees in San Diego and LA.
  • Attendees' feedback is vital for improving future live events.
  • The live shows are restorative, providing a reminder of the community's purpose.
  • The relationship is a two-way street, keeping the organizers sane.

  Links: members@thebulwark.com, Trump's Corruption by the Numbers

  by Sarah Longwell

  Voters defy partisan boxes, challenging traditional political labels.

  • Democratic voters' answers overlap more than online turf wars suggest.
  • Jentleson explores how some surprising Democratic figures break molds.
  • The discussion details what a genuinely big-tent coalition looks like.
  • Voters do not think strictly within rigid partisan boxes.

  Links: Adam Jentleson, Adam Jentleson’s, Adam Jentleson: More Heterodoxy, Please

• The Culturist

  AI heralds an era change, demanding resilience over abstention.

  • AI disruption is comparable to the Industrial Revolution, an unstoppable force.
  • The threat extends beyond jobs, diminishing collective high-level human skills.
  • The true danger is not fake media, but the inability to believe anything at all.
  • Losing the ability to discern reality prevents people from making decisions.

  Links: entire archive, book club, community, I’ve written previously

• The Daily Skimm

  From pasta salads to new books, culture and consumer trends are everywhere.

  • Try Food by Maria’s Italian Grinder Pasta Salad for a cookout favorite.
  • The latest casting news for Abbott Elementary was a major surprise.
  • Costco shoppers are making a beeline for shockingly realistic household finds.
  • Kennedy Ryan’s Score follows a reunion of two film industry rivals.

  Links: Food by Maria’s Italian Grinder Pasta Salad with Crispy Air-Fried Orecchiette, this casting announcement dropped, making a beeline for these shockingly realistic finds, Kennedy Ryan’s Score

• The Flip Side

  Israel plans to sue NYT over allegations of sexual violence in prisons.

  • Israel plans to sue The New York Times and journalist Nicholas Kristof.
  • The suit concerns allegations of widespread sexual violence against Palestinian prisoners.
  • UN and rights groups document sexual violence by both Israel and Hamas.
  • Defenders argue the system is built to protect itself and the abusers.

  Links: Israel plans to sue The New York Times and ‌one of its journalists for defamation, The Silence That Meets the Rape of Palestinians, built to protect itself, based on interviews with fourteen Palestinian survivors

• The GIST Sports Biz

  MLB is improving inclusivity for women fans and families.

  • MLB is the most-attended sports league by women fans.
  • Stadiums are improving accommodations for female attendees.
  • Aunt Flow provides free period care in many public restrooms.
  • The league is focusing on better infrastructure for women and families.

  Links: striking data point, companies like Aunt Flow, About damn time, partnered with, $60M stadium renovation

• The Message Box

  by Dan Pfeiffer

  Trump-backed wins in primaries may signal trouble for Republicans.

  • Many question why Trump-backed candidates win despite his unpopularity.
  • The author notes this trend is not a positive sign for Republicans.
  • Winning primaries may portend the opposite of what seems apparent.

  Links: Dan Pfeiffer

• The Newsette

  Memorial Day sales are ideal for big-ticket home, beauty, and fashion buys.

  • Big-ticket items like Mattresses, vacuums, and cookware see strong markdowns.
  • Beauty sales are great for replenishing staples and upgrading with facial tools.
  • The fashion refresh suggests investing in lasting pieces like linen separates and fresh denim.
  • It is a smart time to buy items you will use for years.

  Links: Mattresses, vacuums, cookware, home upgrades, facial tools, luxe skincare products, linen separates, fresh denim, elevated basics

• The Reading Reporter

  Local artists and community members are adding color to Reading.

  • Local artists open their homes and studios during events like Caversham Arts Trail.
  • The Holy Brook Nook mural is a community effort, allowing residents to contribute to public art.
  • The mural design is inspired by the wildlife of the Holy Brook.
  • Commando Jugendstil is leading mural contributions at Reading Bike Hub until May 31.

  Links: The Reading Reporter

• The Social Juice

  by Jaskaran

  Marketing news covers celebrity hype, brand sales, and digital consumer behavior.

  • Spotify's new feature encourages fans to gamble and doom-listen.
  • Starbucks Korea C.E.O. was fired over an ad campaign.
  • LVMH plans to sell Marc Jacobs to WHP Global, G-III.
  • Shein is buying Everlane, targeting ethical luxury consumers.
  • Tracksuit provides data on what category buyers actually think.

  Links: r/marketingcurated, our friends at Tracksuit, Spotify’s new Reserved feature, gamble and doom-listen, Starbucks Korea C.E.O. is fired, ad campaign, WHP Global, G-III, Shein, Everlane, Shorts, Tracksuit’s fortnightly newsletter

• The Substack Post

  by Mo_Diggs

  Social media as we know it is dead, but technology-saturated lives are not.

  • The current chatbot craze is a return to animism, according to Katherine Dee.
  • Social media has fortified the televisual frame we use to view life.
  • The critique of screen-lives being fake is ending.
  • The real world is pulling us back into our bodies, suggesting a shift away from the feed.

  Links: Mo_Diggs, Cross Current, Katherine Dee, The Machine Looks Back, There Has Been a Drought of Cultural Greatness For Most of the 21st Century So Far, What’s So Funny ’Bout… (What We Talk About When We Talk About Romanticism)

• Today's Elevator

  by Today's Elevator

  The article explores why bottled water tastes different.

  • Water taste can vary due to source, mineral content, and processing.
  • Different brands use varying filtration and purification methods.
  • The perceived taste is often influenced by dissolved solids and minerals.

  Links: Why Do Bottled Water Brands Taste Different?

• Trivium China

  US and China have diverging accounts of post-summit agreements.

  • US and China's post-summit accounts diverge, except on strategic stability.
  • Washington's read on critical minerals differs from Beijing's consensus.
  • Past agreements show US statements often reflect domestic political needs.
  • Beijing's official position remains the key factor for supply chain decisions.

  Links: Lost in translation? | The weekly recap

• Visual Capitalist

  A map reveals America's deadliest states for workers.

  • Workplace fatality rates vary significantly across U.S. states.
  • The featured story maps the most dangerous places to work in America.
  • The newsletter also covers America’s most-spoken languages after English and Spanish.

  Links: America’s Deadliest States for Workers, View the Map, View more, America’s Most-Spoken Languages After English and Spanish

• Why is this interesting?

  A roundup of interesting links from the week's group chats.

  • Explore George Nakashima's Japanese-style home and workshop design.
  • Discover the surprising history behind Thai restaurants in America.
  • Trace the origins of Dungeons and Dragons in a historical piece.
  • See how baseball stadium home plate views have changed over time.

  Links: Inside George Nakashima’s Japanese-Style Home & Workshop, The Surprising Reason There Are So Many Thai Restaurants in America, Shall We Play a Game?, How Every Baseball Stadium’s Home Plate View Has Changed in Ten Years