Weekly Filet #273. In defense of puns. And more.
1. If You Think You Hate Puns, You're Wrong (Esquire)
Let's have some pun, shall we? How about starting a pundemic, even? If you feel like punching me already, you're ready for this piece of punditry (no pun intended, so sorry, I spun out of control here).
2. How 2 M.T.A. Decisions Pushed the Subway Into Crisis (The New York Times)
This is an outrageously good piece of explanatory journalism.
3. The Last Conversation You’ll Ever Need to Have About Eating Right (Grub Street)
This was long overdue: a comprehensive FAQ on what you should consider if you want to eat healthy (it's funny, too: «Do I need to drink milk at all? – Only if you were born yesterday. Literally.»)
4. How Do You Control 1.4 Billion People? (The New Republic)
A close look at China's social credit system, which becomes mandatory in 2020. Straight out of Black Mirror.
5. 22 Ambassadors Recommend the One Book to Read Before Visiting Their Country (Conde Nast Traveler)
Nice idea, some interesting picks. I wonder which book the Swiss ambassador to the US would have recommended. If anyone of you knows him, please ask him.